My Long Awaited "Announcement"

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barb cabot said…
Laurie, this is a huge accomplishment. I am in awe. Congratulations. You must be over the moon with joy. Please tell more about how this day goes with photos too. What was your degree in? So pleased for you.
March 30, 2009 at 9:22 AM
Jamie said…
Wonderful!!!! I am so very proud of you!! Take lots of photos for us. I bet May seems so long away:) Love, Jamie
March 30, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Coralie Cederna Johnson said…
Congratulations Laurie!!! This is wonderful news! What an awesome accomplishment! GOOD FOR YOU!!!
March 30, 2009 at 3:50 PM
Lydia said…
WOO HOO!!! Bravo!

I remember when my Dad finally got his Associates degree in his late 40's. He was in the first class that did that, I believe, in NY State.

He couldn't finish college, because he went off to Germany at the end of the war, and came back w/his Byelo-Russian bride. Then it was quickly onto family and working as a civilian in the Army National Guard, as a Master Sargeant.

He felt so good finally finishing his college, mostly through life learned credits/experience. So I can just imagine, how you must feel. Just terrific! Great job!!!
March 30, 2009 at 10:10 PM
Melissa said…
Congrats to you! Enjoy your day.
March 31, 2009 at 7:15 AM
Laurie said…
Thank you everyone - I am overjoyed! I will blog more about my college in the near future, as it's been a great experience going to school online. My degree is in Creative Writing.
March 31, 2009 at 9:56 AM
Summer Gypsy said…
Oh,Laurie!! Congratulations!!! Celebrate!!! You've earned it!!

Blessings,
Marilyn
March 31, 2009 at 3:54 PM
said…
Congratulations!
March 31, 2009 at 4:24 PM
Unknown said…
A huge CONGRATULATIONS shouted out your way...Good for you! Melinda
April 2, 2009 at 8:58 AM
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