I’m filled with gratitude for the opportunity to be a featured artist at the "Armed with the Arts" annual gala hosted by the Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP). My photography, taken over 21 years ago, was auctioned off to support this amazing organization. The evening was full of inspiration, encouragement, and laughter as we came together to celebrate the military community. Reconnecting with Marines who were there with me when the featured images were taken made the night even more special, reinforcing the power of community and camaraderie.