3/4/2012 – Bill & Kenneth Akerstrom

To the Brazoria County Cavalry and the West of the Brazos Military Moms!
I want to sincerely thank each and everyone for your part in my “Welcome Home “on the 4th of March 2012. I did not know my brother Ken was requesting this and am glad that he was surprised to be honored at the same time. Ken had invited me to come to your 4th Anniversary Celebration at the Lake Jackson Civic Center. It was there that I heard several Veterans’ relate their stories about wanting to make right the way so many soldiers were treated upon returning home during and after the Vietnam Era. I also realized that the send-offs to boot camp is now very important to these young men and women, to let them know we appreciate them wanting to continue to protect our country and freedom, while knowing there may always be a Vietnam, Korea, Iraq or Afghanistan where their life could be endangered! I also was on hand to witness your recognition of 5 residents at Sweeney House for their service to our county years ago and the two 100 year young ladies celebrating their birthday. This to touched my heart! My family and I want to say ” Thank You”, it was a very special day for me that I will always remember! I plan to “Ride” as often as I can to actively support and promote the Brazoria County Cavalry!
God Bless All Of You,
Bill Akerstrom