 Being a part of the Vermont Army National Guard has opened up opportunities in my life that have been incredible and I wouldn't have had otherwise. I'm First Sergeant Erin Graham with the Vermont Army National Guard. I joined and I raced biathlon in my 20s. You know, I never would have had a chance to do this. I choose to serve because I love this country, I love the people and the state of Vermont, and I really feel that the Vermont Army National Guard is some of the best people in our community.