Grady's Graduation from Fort Jackson

As parents we could not be more PROUD of our SOLDIER!

Meet Grady Thomas Macklin - our son.
Our pride, joy and an
AMERICAN SOLDIER!

The start of the ceremonies - Graduation from Basic Training

Fort Jackson, South Carolina

It is amazing seeing the troops appear through the smoke. 

Imagine the National Anthem being sung as they emerge!

Very moving....not a dry eye in the stands!

Incredible ceremony and recognition!

Dad was first to find Grady!  Look at them....dad - son LOVE!

Duane, Grandpa Leo, Grandma Dolores, Grady and Gayle.
YES!  It was COLD!  Plus, unbeknownst to us....I was really sick!
Nothing would have kept us away from this day!

So very PROUD....love this man!  

Grandparents show their pride!  Smiles say it all!

Three Words:  Love YOU Grady!