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AKFOR CHRONICLECelebration to RememberBy Tech. Sgt. Claudette HutchinsonHQ KFOR PIOPhotos by 1st Lt Maksym Nedria,Ukrainian ArmyIt was a special day in HQ KFOR,Film City. Dining tables were dressedwith the finest linens. A single rosedelicately positioned at each placesetting, and crystal glasses to toastthe honorees. This celebration wasnot for dignitaries or Heads of State,but for HQ KFOR's Military Women.More than 30 women, from fivenations celebrated this event, Oct.21.The purpose of the dinner was formilitary women to meet, greet andshare with each other their differencesand most importantly theirsimilarities.The event was the brainchild of Maj.Valerie-Claire Bermond HQ KFORPublic Information Office (FrenchArmy) and other women of the PIOstaff.Deputy Chief of Staff OperationsKFOR Brig. Gen. Reinhard Wolski(German Army) opened the celebration.He expressed his appreciationand thanks for the contributions ofKFOR's women to the mission ofproviding a safe and secure environmentfor the people of Kosovo, incollaboration with their male counterparts.This simple idea planted the seed,which grew into a classy event,bringing 30 women from very differentworlds, together. The fruits of thisidea were instrumental in improvingand building relationships, comradeshipand friendships among womenwho once thought they were different,but now realize they are moresimilar.The women complimented theDining Facility staff for their excellentservice and for providing a deliciousmeal and a great environment, onthis special day.www.nato.int/kforOct. 31, 2005 23