On Wednesday night (April 21st), Travis got to celebrate his first Aggie Muster. Muster is one of A&M's most sacred traditions and one that makes me proudest to be an Aggie. This particular Muster was extra special as Brandon was the speaker for the Cross Timbers A&M Club in Bridgeport, Texas.
Grandpa, Travis, and I loaded up to head to Bridgeport where we met up with Papaw, Nana, and Pepper. I've seen Brandon speak at the groundbreaking ceremony of Reliant Stadium, Law School graduation, and many other occasions, but I had never been prouder of the job he did Wednesday night. I'd post the whole speech so that everybody could watch, but he'd probably kill me, so I'll settle with posting this one part about Col. Stratton - a true Aggie hero!
I wasn't quite sure how Travis would do since the whole festivities were taking place after his normal bedtime, but he was great. He was so good during the dinner part and even had his first "to-go" meal. Once the speaking started, Grandpa took him outside just so we didn't have any squeals during Brandon's speech. I'm so glad that we shared this special experience with Brandon, and super glad that we had Grandpa to help so that I didn't have to miss the speech.
In many lands and climes this April day, proud sons of Texas A&M unite.
Our loyalty to country, school, we pray, and seal our pact with bond of common might.
We live again those happy days of yore on campus, field, in classroom, dorm, at drill
Fond memory brings a sigh — but nothing more; now we are men and life’s a greater thrill,
Before we part and go upon our way, we pause to honor those we knew so well;
The old familiar faces we miss so much today left cherished recollections that time cannot dispel.
Softly call the Muster,
Let comrade answer, “Here!”
Their spirits hover ‘round us
As if to bring us cheer!
Mark them ‘present’ in our hearts,
We’ll meet some other day.
There is no death, but life eterne
For our old friends such as they.
Xoxo,
Gara
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