Originally Posted by JoanneS
Sadly, this is the 2nd time we've been there for a good friend. It WAS awesome. The first time was just like in the movies: rainy day, walked behind the horsedrawn carriage, military ceremony, 3 gun salute (I think that was the #), and, finally, the inurnment. He would have loved it. For years, he had said he wanted to be buried at Arlington. And, of course, none of us expected to be there to see it.
I have been there too, Joanne. It is an impressive place. I also found it to be a very sad place. PBS had a show about Arlington and how many it takes to keep it going and the trained members of the Armed Forces that work there. It was really interesting!
Have fun on your trip! :D Nothing like a 10 yr old grandson!! :wink: