Out of the Woods

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We had a lovely weekend in Indiana, especially on Graduation Day when the rain stopped and the sun made its first appearance all week, enabling us to enjoy the lush green beauty of the campus sans umbrella. At 2 p.m. on Saturday, the 168th commencement exercises were underway!

My degree was bestowed upon me, and diploma was in hand, but it didn't feel real until the moment of switching my tassel from the right side to the left; then, I had goosebumps, and for the rest of the day I couldn't wipe the smile from my face!

Doesn't my son look dashing in his blue blazer? He was a sponge, soaking up all the pomp and circumstance, and dreaming of his own day to come (in 10 years or so, if all goes well.) I was so pleased that he could be a part of the journey!

Thank you everyone for your kindness and all of your well-wishes! I'll publish more stories and photos of the rest of our weekend, shortly.

Comments

Melissa said…
Congratulations!

What a beautiful setting for your graduation.
May 4, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Spotted Sparrow said…
Congratulations! I can't wait to hear more.
May 4, 2009 at 11:53 AM
said…
Love the happy family photos Laurie!
May 4, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Micki said…
Looks like you have had a great time!
Micki
May 4, 2009 at 3:29 PM
Lydia said…
Congratulations!!!! ...and what a gorgeous family!!! such beautiful smiles:)
May 4, 2009 at 5:18 PM
kari and kijsa said…
Congratulations!
blessings,
kari & kijsa
May 4, 2009 at 6:54 PM
Anonymous said…
Congratulations and My Best Wishes on a long and sought after journey!!

Kris
May 4, 2009 at 9:43 PM
maryboys said…
milestones like this always make me cry just a little - and these photos are no exception...congratulations!!!

(and do feel free to post here about the "it's about time" swap - i didn't really think about that! silly me...)
May 4, 2009 at 10:51 PM
Handmade in Israel said…
Thank you for the mention yesterday, Laurie, and congratulations on your degree! I just read all about your ceremony - wonderful! What great memories for you all.
May 5, 2009 at 11:09 PM
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