I posted yesterday about the amazing traditions in the 1st Cavalry Division and the Change of Command Ceremony last Friday. Today, I'll post a peek into the reception afterwards, which was equally impressive. There is a semi-permanent tent outside the division headquarters that is used during "Welcome Home" ceremonies; this is where the reception was held after the change of command. Each battalion set up a 'static display' of their colors, flags, and other paraphanelia to showcase their unit. They all looked amazing. There were seven tables lined up against one wall, each with a unit cake. The receiving line area had the division colors and even had a red carpet! The first order of events was the receiving line. The brigade commander, all battalion commanders, new CSMs, and their respective spouses all lined up to greet everyone as they entered the tent. This was my first time to be in an Army receiving line and I didn't relish the idea...