branch of the military? Or any other particular award in which you are proud of?
I was awarded a "bosun's pipe" with a lanyard, onboard the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Durable out of Brownsville, Texas
My previous husband was a bosun's mate and served 20 years in the Coast Guard. While he worked in the Coast Guard, I worked in the private sector.
Knowing this the Captain of the Coast Guard cutter Durable honored me in a ceremony during which my husband retired. I was awarded the bosun's pipe in which I blew his final "reveille"
If you don't know what a bosun's pipe is, I have attached a couple of links. Click onto each command to hear the bosun's pipe.
http://www.home.earthlink.net/~bosun-m8/id20.html
http://www.brayengr.com/bosunspipe.html
On their very next voyage out to sea, the vessel caught fire and has since been decommishioned(sp?)
Shortly afterwards I set him free, because he could not keep his pecker in his pants.
Once a sailor, always a sailor:~)
2007-12-18 04:26:50 · 18 answers · asked by Cheryl 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
When I worked as an Enforcement Officer for the State Comptroller's Office I received three awards for collecting the most in previously unpaid taxes state wide. As an Investigator for the Attorney Generals Office I was recognized in our state capital for locating people who were in arrears of paying their child-support, getting them in court and getting court orders to bring them into compliance. I have ten framed awards, letters from the Attorney General at the time and my picture taken with him as we worked together in court when I was on special assignment and he came to bring attention to " dead beat dads and moms " who hadn't been paying their child support...... I am very proud of my accomplishments
during my years with the government. Plus the great feeling it gave me to help others.
2007-12-18 06:44:07 · answer #1 · answered by Eve 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Non-military...received the Mary Switzer Scholar Award [one of 20 chosen nationwide] for Excellence in the Field of Rehabilitation [persons with disabilities]. It entailed a fellowship to NYU which I thoroughly enjoyed and yep, was so proud :-)
Mega congrats on the bosun's pipe! WHAT an acknowledgement!
Edit: thought I should clear something up - it is not I who had a disability - rather it was the field of expertise :-)
2007-12-18 04:46:41 · answer #2 · answered by sage seeker 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I have 3 Army Commendations Medals, 2 Army Achievements Medal, 6 Awards of the Army Good Conduct Medal, Overseas Ribbon, NCO Professional Development ribbon, Vietnam Service and Vietnam Campaign ribbon with 4 bronze stars.
Shall I continue ?
2007-12-18 05:47:49 · answer #3 · answered by Robert W 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Congrats to you!!!!
I worked in a prison & while working there, I received the "Employee of the Month" award. It was a real honor to receive such an award, & my co workers entered my name. The warden has the last word on who gets the award, based on why co workers think someone should receive the award. I got some really nice gifts & a picture taken with the warden as he presented me with my award, & a special parking spot for a month, that was the closest to the employee/ visitor entrance. That was great when the weather was nasty. My nameplate joined the other names on a huge plack in our "employee/ visitor entrance, with those who received the award before me. I received a second award for doing an "outstanding job" for the year, in getting the monthly "state paperwork" together & presented to the warden, as it was due. The award was based on efficiency, neatness, organization, & being completed well before the due date.
**Congrats to all who have received special awards....Take a bow, you deserve it!!!!!!
**grodno....I am handing you the "Honesty Award" Hang it up on your wall.
2007-12-18 06:15:24 · answer #4 · answered by Shortstuff13 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
No military for me. Got 'employee' of year for real estate sales once and several plaques and stuff as retiring president of a few organizations. The one I remember most is from high school. My essay won in a regional contest - nice check and certificate. Worst thing was I had to stand before whole school and read it but my photo was in newspaper (it was a very small town and some days news was scarce). When my mother died, I found copy of the article in her box of keepsakes.
2007-12-18 06:27:57 · answer #5 · answered by Just Hazel 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Yes, when my Military Husband retired, I was honored with an award from the President of the United States Of America... Due to protocol I was forced to accept with a smile... it was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do! I had no respect for A president who played with little girls in the oval office!
PERIOD!!
2007-12-18 04:38:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
I was awarded a scholarship for scholastic achievement. Then twice I was named "Outstanding Lady of the Community", and later won the governor's award for service to The Alliance on Aging.
Congratulations on your award.
2007-12-18 05:22:20 · answer #7 · answered by missingora 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations.
I've received many service awards from my community from which I retired 7 years ago. The frames are very useful.
2007-12-18 05:38:20 · answer #8 · answered by lpaganus 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
What an honor! Thanks for the links too.
The only award I have received was "Foxiest Driver" at a car show for charity. I drove my dads Edsel and dressed for the part, including hat and gloves.
Such wonderful award winners here today. Congratulations to all!
2007-12-18 06:28:38 · answer #9 · answered by noonecanne 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Quite a few during my working years--Ironically the one I treasure the most, an award for the best flower garden and landscape in my neighborhood, plus $25.00 to buy more flowers, what more could you ask for......Merry Christmas.
2007-12-18 16:23:49 · answer #10 · answered by Joan J 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋