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People clap shortly before we have our speech. I had no idea I would be speaking until just before this thing.

The crowd looks on as MSgt Hoyle blabs about us

The crowd looks on - I can name almost everyone in this picture, even those that are facing away.

DJ is giving his speech that he had no time to prepare for - he did alright, though.

DJ was either singing the Air Force Song right here, or reciting the Airman's Creed, neither of which he is very good at or particularly likes to do.

The promotees shake hands with everyone as they come and congratulate them

The promotees are congratulated by various SNCOs, including DJs new boss, foreground left.

It wasn't a full on meal, but the finger foods and various noms were pretty good

DJ has a conversation with his new Commander after the ceremony

DJ shows off his habit of talking with his hands to his new Commander after the ceremony

When given the chance, Bonus will lay on you and take you hostage

Kelley comforts Dribble - he ran into the back of a car while running that morning, hence the soot on his head. He was too busy looking around and not where he was running.

Dribble pouts -- he ran into the back of a car while running that morning, hence the soot on his head. He was too busy looking around and not where he was running.

Dribble stares up at DJ while he takes a picture

Our cats are all over Kelley trying to convince her to give them some of her ice cream.