About midafternoon, an announcement is made that Warren has decided to come. Bill Tracey, his son-in-law, goes to pick him up, with some help from the youth.
Bill wheels his father-in-law backwards down the ramp built to his door.
The ride to the Nalukatak grounds.
Warren is helped out of the truck. The gospel singers are now performing, "How Great Thou Art."
Warren is greeted by his daughter, Marie Tracey.
Warren, Surrounded by his children.
More relatives gather, including sister-in-law Grace from Anaktuvuk Pass.
Captain Julius shows his appreciation. Before the picture taking was over, probably everyone present, including all of Atkaan gathered.
Even with all the attention, she gets him for herself.
Warren Neakok.
The ambulance is not here for Warren. It is here just in case someone should get hurt during the blanket toss. Warren has moved beyond the years of life when he might be thrown from the blanket, but thanks to him and his wife, young people get tossed off the blanket on this day.
(To be continued)