Tops In Blue visits MHAFB

by Airman 1st Class Brittany A. Chase
366th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

6/16/2014 - MOUNTAIN HOME AIR FORCE BASE, Idaho -- Tops In Blue, an all active-duty U. S. Air Force special unit dedicated to enhance mission productivity for Air Force members and their families, performed here June 15.

Families gathered around the huge stage to enjoy the vocal performance of Tops In Blue which included a wide variety of music, ranging from Bruno Mars to Blake Shelton.

Out of the 21 vocalist's who performed, one had a special Mountain Home tie, as she was selected from the 366th Medical Group and came back performing for the Airmen she once worked alongside.

"It was amazing to come back and sing for the people who have supported me throughout this journey," said Senior Airman Mayra Hernandez, Tops In Blue female vocalist. "To see everyone and share this success was very emotional for me but also very rewarding."

This performance was important for Hernandez as well as to many of the Airmen who came out to watch the show.

"It means a lot for them to come out and perform for us," said Senior Airman Diana Buena, 366th Force Support Squadron readiness unit deployment manager. "The people who are performing are Airmen just like us, who've taken time out of their career to do something for us."

The Tops In Blue team provides quality entertainment from within Air Force resources for the Air Force family.

"I came out last night with the goal to boost morale and show support," said Hernandez. "I know there can be hard times but I want to be able to influence people here, like Tops In Blue once did for me."

Tops In Blue continues to bring a touch of home, a touch of America and above all, the pride of the Air Force to all their audiences.

"I instantly got goosebumps when Tops In Blues started to sing Proud to be an American," said Leah Gilbertson, audience member. "The patriotism everyone showed during that song was amazing, it was a moment where everyone came together to stand and be proud of being a part of this great nation."