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Spc. Michael Pope, holds his son, Trevor while he plays peek-a-boo. Pope is a mechanic with Headquarters Company, 48th Brigade, which celebrated National Guard Appreciation Day with their families and friends. Guard members Central City Park in Macon for the third soldier appreciation activity directed from Brig. Gen. Robley Rigdon, 48th Infantry Brigade commander. "This is a way to help boost the morale of the soldiers and at the same time increase recruiting and retention for the unit", said Sgt. Jody Reel, the Headquarters’ Company recruiting and retention sergeant. Soldiers were allowed to invite anyone interested in joining the Guard to the celebration.