Today we are going to visit a ceremony in Lakeway for the remembrance of the day 80 years ago when the Japanese surrendered to end World War II. We will be going to Heritage Park and will be catered by Jeffreys of Austin. Our entertainment will be Lee Greenwood.
Menu
Tournedos de veau & escargot – veal tenderloin in bacon, escargot, butterwhite bean, confit tomato, peppered ham jus
Gulf snapper en papillote – lemongrass carrot broth, baby turnips, king trumpet mushrooms & thai basil
Pekin Duck breast “au Poivre” – roasted rapini, le puy lentils, bronze fennel, caramelized figs & banyuls vinegar
Alaskan halibut & squash blossoms – scallop mousseline, chanterelle mushrooms, dulse butter & lemon thyme
Braised beef short rib – crushed English peas, caramelized shallot vadouvan curry & preserved garlic
Grilled meats
Dean & Peeler Floresville, Texas, USDA Prime, all-natural Black Angus beef
8 oz tenderloin fileT, 16 oz ribeye
Mishima Reserve Northwest, reserve ultra, all-natural Wagyu beef
6 oz tenderloin filet, 12 oz New York strip, 16 oz ribeye
Niman Ranch Midwest, USDA Prime, all-natural Black Angus beef 24 oz bone-in strip, dry aged 32 days
26 oz bone-in ribeye, dry aged 32 days, 42 oz porterhouse, dry aged 32 days
Wood Roasted Chops
16 oz Colorado rack of lamb, served with mint jelly
16 oz tomahawk pork chop, served with truffle butter
Let’s get going.
We are here at the Heritage Center.
Welcome remarks by Patrick D. Hall, Rear Admiral USN (retired).
The invocation by Pastor Scott Rogers.
The Star Spangled Banner by the Wildflowers.
Moving remarks by Tom Kilgore, Mayor of Lakeway. The Spirit of Freedom monument behind the mayor has over 500 names of those from Lakeway who served during World War II.
Presentation of the memorial wreaths by Admiral Hall and Nancy Jo Forage.
A beautiful rendition of Taps played by Emily Muckelroy of Lake Travis High School.
God Bless America by the Wildflowers.
The Benediction by Pastor Scott Rodgers.
We are all reminded not to forget the men and women of the greatest generation who answered the call for freedom.
Now it is time to enjoy that freedom with music and food. I hope you have an easy week.
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This looks like a moving ceremony, an event worth remembering.
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It was lovely.
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Looks very somber. Wonder if this was the reason there was a crowd, uniformed people, and a bagpiper in the park yesterday morning.
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Could be.
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May they all be remembered.
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I agree, GP.
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Thanks for this, John.
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😊
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That is a very nice meaningful ceremony, John, with fantastic participation.
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Thanks, Tim. 😊
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It’s quite overwhelming when you see so many names on a memorial, isn’t it?
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It is. So many who did their duty.
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A little remembered holiday, but an important one.
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I agree!
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I agree, Craig.
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I think it’s so important for us to remember through ceremonies like this.
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I do too. Those memories are shared throughout the world. It would be a shame to lose them. Thanks, Esther.
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Looks like a solemn and dignified ceremony remembering so many who ultimately gave their all for this country.
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I agree Monika. It was very moving.
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As more and more of the greatest generation pass on, ceremonies and remembrances like this become fewer, and I find that sad. They weren’t “the greatest generation” for nothing! Thank you, John, for taking us to one of these celebrations — and thank you, Lakeway, for conducting it.
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My dad was part of that generation, and I feel these ceremonies are significant.
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Me, too, John.
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Such an important time to remember and give credence to those that stood on the line! It looks like wonderful pause for people to come together in support and remembrance, John.
Thanks for sharing it with us.❤️❤️
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It was a lovely ceremony, Cindy. 😊 It is good to remember.
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What a lovely and meaningful ceremony, John. We need to remember – or we’ll just repeat our mistakes.
And Alaskan halibut – sign me up!
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I agree, Noelle. Memories are learning. 😊
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Hi, John. Thanks for sharing this lovely ceremony. Well done with the photography.
Oooo that’s a rather posh menu. I’ll have the Alaskan halibut & squash blossoms – hold scallop mousseline because of my egg allergy. Oh, but wait! It’s virtual. No virtual allergies. 😀 Have a wonderful new week. Hugs.
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No virtual fat or calories either. Hugs, Teagan.
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What a beautiful ceremony. I would have been crying through most of it, particularly during Taps and the singing of God Bless America. My dad served as a paratrooper in WWII. I was born seven years after, and during my entire childhood and adulthood I knew that if patriotic music played, instrumental or singing, tears would be streaming down his face.
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It is hard not to cry at Taps. When you think of all those who gave their lives, it becomes overwhelming. My Dad served as a naval aviator in a dive bombing squadron. Saw action in the Pacific and against the mainland of Japan. He would have shed tears as well.
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We are lucky our dads survived their daring and courageous service. Ok, a few more tears here.
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Mine only lived five years after the war. I was ten when he died. Taps always reminds me of his passing.
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So sorry to read this. My dad suffered long-term back issues from paratrooping. But never complained. The greatest generation they were, for sure.
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I agree
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God Bless us, everyone!
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Amen
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I didn’t know the date of the Japanese surrender. Thanks John!
War.. I cannot say enough negative things about war. There are no positives, unless you own a munitions factory. Sick!
My M-i-L was in a Japanese internment camp when she was a young girl. When she was delirious on her death bed, she talked to one of the guards.
Still, I honour the fallen, and all who served.
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I honor them as well. 😊x
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Eighty years . . . wow.
Here’s to your wonderful tribute Boss. Well done.
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I think the city did a great job. Thanks, Marco.
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For sure.
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One of the people I read to at the assisted living center I volunteer at served in World War II. He is an interesting man with a lifetime of great stories. I’m glad there are events such as the one in Lakeway that remind us not to forget history.
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I loved talking with my uncle, who was 20 years old when he went into the air force. He was a p-38 pilot over Europe
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Lovely commemoration, John.
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Thank you, Pat. The city does a good job on these memorials.
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That was cetrainly an extensive menu. It seems to have been a beautiful ceremony.
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It was. I had to include everything since I wrote it before brunch. 😊
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Looks like a wonderful ceremony for an important anniversary, John.
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It was lovely, Teri. Thank you.
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John, what a beautiful remembrance. Thank you so much for sharing this. Taps is always a lump-in-my-throat. Did I ever tell you that Millie the Quilter’s favorite song was America the Beautiful? She had a perfect voice and sang for the children. I find myself singing the song at random times, like in the bathroom with children. They smile.
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Your song brings a smile to Millie’s face, I’m sure.
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I think you’re right, John. I hadn’t thought about that. Thank you.
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I’d like to attend more ceremonies. They usually stand for incredible causes that could only be captured in such an event.
WW2 was a war that my grandfather fought in. I’d learn more about his service in a heart beat.
Seems like the menu had a theme that resonated with the memory. Really cool stuff… Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks for the visit, AJ.
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