Staff Sgt. Crystal Hardy in Silver Talon Spotlight Published Jan. 6, 2010 By Silver Talon Honor Guard 71st Logistics Readiness Squadron VANCE AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Name: Staff Sgt. Crystal Hardy Hometown: Macon, Ga. Organization: 71st Comptroller-Contracting Squadron Duty title: Budget analyst Time on Silver Talon Team: One year What has been the best part of serving on the Silver Talon team? "The awesome feeling that I get after any detail -- funeral or retirement ceremony -- where the family comes to us and tells how much they appreciate what we are doing for their family member. To see how much it means to each family makes it worthwhile." What do you enjoy about the Air Force? "I love being able to move around to different bases. I am fortunate to have had five assignments in nine years, seven of those years overseas, so the Air Force has definitely helped me travel the world." Off-duty interests: "I love reading, spending time with my family and playing/watching sports." Do you have any words for those who would be interested in joining the Silver Talon Honor Guard Team? "The families, veterans and civilians that we stand before really appreciate what we do for the local community. This team allows us the opportunity to give back to those who served before us. If you would like to be a part of an elite team that is professional and dedicated to excellence, the Silver Talon Honor Guard is the place for you."