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Old 08-20-2008, 05:03 PM   #1
Patricia Joyce Patricia Joyce is offline
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Congratulations, Michelle!
My son is in the Coast Guard. I have a great deal of respect for this branch of Homeland Security. They are a very tight knit, honorable community of men and women who get little recognition. Few people understand that it is the Coast Guard who keeps our waters safe and when the Navy is overseas, the Coast Guard is there securing the safety of the Navy.

I can't wait to see your painting and look forward to hearing about the ceremony. Those guys and gals are pretty stunning in their dress whites!

Can you share with us how you got the commission in the first place?

This is a well deserved commission for you!
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Old 08-20-2008, 06:09 PM   #2
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They found my website. (Kudos to Cynthia Daniel, once again!) I guess when they saw that I had done other government commissions, they contacted me.
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Old 08-20-2008, 06:24 PM   #3
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Congratulations Michele, that is wonderful. It is no surprise they chose you, your work is amazing!
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Old 08-20-2008, 08:15 PM   #4
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This is terrific news, Michele! You will do a very good painting for the Coast Guard and I glad they chose you.
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Old 08-20-2008, 09:20 PM   #5
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This is wonderful news, Michele! Congratulations! I know you'll do a fantastic job.
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Old 08-20-2008, 10:36 PM   #6
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Michelle

What wonderful news! Painting all those medals and finding out what they all signify. Congratulations!
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Old 08-20-2008, 10:50 PM   #7
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I don't have any idea what most of these signify. There are almost too many to count! I do know that one of them was specially designed to represent Admiral Allen's exemplary handling of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, after the Coast Guard took over operations from FEMA.
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Old 08-21-2008, 10:23 PM   #8
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Congratulations Michele! I'm looking forward to seeing it.

By the way, I have to go to Seattle one day next week and I thought I'd take a look at the Impressionist show at the SAM. Would you be interested in joining me? The 27th - 30th are the days I have available. Email if you're interested.
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Old 08-21-2008, 10:57 PM   #9
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I am SO thrilled for you! Congratulations! Please keep us all posted, I know you will have a wonderful experience, and a terrifc product.

XOXO
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Old 08-22-2008, 11:30 AM   #10
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Congratulations on receiving such an impressive commission. I look forward to seeing the end result.
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