Every year on the 10th of November (or thereabouts) the U.S. Marine Corps commemorates the birthday of the corps with a traditional ball and cake-cutting ceremony. Due to the longstanding relationship between State and the very small contingent of Marines who guard each and every one of our embassies and consulates, we are invited to celebrate with them no matter where in the world we might be. The purpose of the ball and celebration is to call to mind the glories of the corps long and illustrious history. By tradition, the first slice of cake is given to the oldest Marine, who then serves the youngest Marine, symbolizing the old and experienced Marines passing their knowledge to the new generation.
Our Marine Ball in Abu Dhabi was held at the Emirates Palace Hotel, a self proclaimed 7-star hotel. For all of us it is the biggest social event of the year with serious ball gowns, uniforms and tuxes. Five hundred people came out to celebrate, have a wonderful dinner and dance until 2 in the morning. I enjoyed it very much and for me it is a little extra special because it is so very close to my birthday-I shall consider it a party not to be missed from now on.
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