The following is an opinion article written by Candy Smith, a professional escort from Elko, Nevada.

In my line of work I have a lot of interaction with military personnel from around the world, and I often get invited to various military functions. I've been to plenty of wet-downs, promotions, retirements, homecomings and commissioning ceremonies, but what I love best is their balls.

Of all the balls I have experienced, I like the Marines' the best. They are a real classy affair. My dates always pick me up early because they like to come with me, rather than meet me there. They look so handsome in their dress blues and always provide a stiff arm for me to hold as I am going down the steps to the car. There's usually a souvenir for guests to take home, and sometimes my dates will give it to me in the car before we get there.