If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen that I attended a special ribbon-cutting for Freedom Field, a lush field for recreation and rehabilitation for injured military at the Warrior & Family Support Center in San Antonio. Our family gave this field as a gift in memory of my grandaddy, Kerry G. Merritt, who served in the European theatre of World War Two. While serving our country, he was injured and spent time in several military hospitals abroad, so the center and Freedom Field are a perfect way to celebrate his memory. Our family wanted to do something for those who continue to put themselves in harm’s way on our behalf. It was a beautiful ceremony among gorgeous grounds at Brooke Army Medical Center. We are so grateful for the efforts of those who have created and run the center and for those who come to it as a result of their service in protecting our freedom. Thank you to Returning Heroes Home for creating this beautiful facility!
{ all photography by The Style Scribe ® }
That is so sweet of your family to honor those who fought for this country.
What a special post! And a great thing your family did something that others can also enjoy in your granddad’s honor!
Your family gave a great gift in honor of your granddaddy. Beautiful pictures!
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This is beautiful! Such an honor. I thank you for sharing!
XO, Gina
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God bless your grandfather for his courage and dedication to our country. He was a brave man and is blessed to have such a beautiful family. Love this tribute. XO
Just got a bit teary! Love this post. Thanks for sharing – and thank you to your grandfather for his service.
What a beautiful post. The photos really captured the ribbon cutting perfectly!
Oh wow! That is so awesome Merritt! : )
Kayla
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Thanks for sharing this and supporting those who fight for our country. What a great tribute!
Nicole
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Merritt- this is such a sweet and special post- I love it! (and love your mom’s coat!)
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Such a beautiful gift! Love your dress too.
xo
Sam
What a terrific cause and a great gift. Very touching:)
Such an amazing gesture to honor and benefit such wonderful people. Truly loved this post, Merritt.