The First Battle of G's Front Porch

This day shall live on in history as the date of the First Battle of G's Front Porch. It was a most momentous encounter involving cavalry, infantry and artillery. It was fought by many brave and noble soldiers.

All was fought under the banner of the standard bearer... 

who also served as chief soldier on guard duty.

Artillery presented itself in the form of "Old Mike." 

It had to be carefully sighted to be accurate

 and then loaded with the deadly ping pong ammunition.    

Besides the artillery, the cavalry with its study steed served well.

One soldier was especially versatile in her battle skills, being master of the cannon. 

the plastic blade,  

and the sword.

Together with her ready sidekick, she was a formidable foe.  

Of course, there were also foraging and cooking details to ensure that the troops were well nourished. 

On the menu was a hearty stew followed by pink icing.  

  

While the battle did not go well for some... 

In the end, all survived to fight another day.

How wonderful it would be if the scene of the aftermath of all battles could be...piles of flower petals. 

Dedication:   This post is dedicated to Jason Castellow, who on this day of December 29, 2015, can say:  "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.  Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing."  (II Timothy 4:7-8).