2009 Inaugural Ball - Salute to Hero's

Well, for the first time since 1953 the president did NOT show up for the Veteran's ball. Instead, the VP was the guest of honor. :)

Here are some pics

First, ME & E


Marg Helenberger (from CSI Las Vegas & China beach) was the host among other military dignitaries...


Buzz Aldrin (it was his birthday too) - stopped by for a passionate speech about space exploration..


Here is J with the Lt Gen Hal Moore (and medal of honor winner) who wrote "We Are Soldiers once and young" the 2002 movie with Mel Gibson..


And our guest of Honor, Vice President Joe Biden and his wife