As I sit watching the Army - Navy game, I can't help but reflect on one of the most exciting days of my life! Travis got me a ticket to the big game; I think it was 2010. He was Flag Secretary to the Admiral serving as Superintendent of the Naval Academy. He arranged priority VIP parking for me! I sat on the fifty yard line a few seats from the Superintendent and his guests. I was surrounded by Navy officers and other dignitaries.
Travis wasn't able to be with me much due to his responsibilities, part of which was to host Vice President Biden during the first half and then escort him to mid-field at halftime to sit on the Army side for the balance of the game. Travis said that he was a REALLY nice man.
Travis told me to go to the upper level where my ticket would give me access to all I could eat at the Superintendent's tailgater. I was overwhelmed with all the goodies that were available. When Travis stopped by to check on me, he asked why I didn't have any of the good food. Turns out, I only took advantage of the Navy tailgater.
He took me back up, where we entered a heated room with a full bar and a smorgasbord of fine foods served on china serviceware! It was WONDERFUL!!!! I hob-nobbed with senators, admirals, captains and other distinguished guests. I felt out-of-place, but Travis moved through the crowd with familiarity and grace! It seemed like everyone knew him and enjoyed him!
That day, he bought me a Navy stocking cap, Navy gloves, a souvenir program and a Navy scarf! (It was a very cold day!) It was so nice to have a place to go and get warm - as well as to get free Cokes and delicious food!
It was an incredible day that I will never forget, yet it was only one of numerous similar experiences that I had with Travis. He was such an amazing son and I miss him SO MUCH! I'm so proud of him as an intelligent, kind, fun and generous person; and I'm unspeakably proud of his phenomenal accomplishments and achievements.
All who knew him loved him, and all who loved him admired him.
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