GOod to know. I don’t want to do the wrong thing and make her uncomfortable. And yes, there will be a party at some country club afterwards. SO maybe just making the trip would be meaningful to her, just being there.
The party afterwards is probably a short and sweet reception at the officers club, with punch and finger foods. There’s always some sort of little reception for things like this. It’s not really a “party.”
Let me clarify. If you want to get your cousin a gift for her promotion, by all means do that. Getting promoted to Colonel is a big deal.
I just meant that I've never heard of any officers getting a gift from other military members for a promotion. I suppose it's different for family.
As for the gift.... I have no idea. That kind of thing is not my forte.
Hope I helped.