Left here yesterday about 0845 following Don to West Point. He went to the back gate but they were only letting military people in that way yesterday. So off we went to the other gate..because of the way the road was you couldn't make a left turn so about 6 miles later we were able to turn around..but in turn we got a beautiful drive up and down the mountain overlooking the Hudson River...one of those times I wish I wasn't driving so I could snap some pictures. Oh well..
Got through the ID check in and off we went..It is so beautiful, I was just in awe of the buildings and the setting. There were so many people there it was just amazing! All things considered we were there early! We dropped Grandma and everyone else at a parking lot and Don and I took off to find parking...we finally did and luckily there was a shuttle! Found everyone and then we met up with Chelsea. At 1130 we headed for the mess hall were we were treated to a great lunch. Amazing how they get everyone fed and the system set up at the tables. Felt like the Waltons at our table passing everything around. After lunch she showed us some more of West Point, especially the gym where she spends alot of her time!
At about 1400 we got in line with about 1000 other people and headed for the reception at the Superintendent General's house (he will be pinning Chelsea on Saturday afternoon)..very nice and very impressive to hear what wonderful things people had to say about Chelsea (even though I'm not surprised).
Well, it's 0445 here, Don's coming about 0615 so we can follow him back to West Point ..so I will finish this later. We have Parade this am but figure we need to get there early in order to get seating. We'll be back this afternoon, as tonight we have a reception and then a banquet to attend this evening. Tomorrow graduation! Can't post pictures as internet is too slow...but i'll be back.
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