Graduation

Well, we can hardly believe we've arrived, but here we are!

The well-earned garb, the more-than-true statement. Sweetheart, you kicked butt in a major way! Can you believe you did all that in just two years?

"Yay! There's Daddy!" In addition to being proud of their daddy, the girls were excited to see him up close, and I'm sure, to be free to move!

We were so happy to have so much family attend and celebrate with us (Alena, you too, even though we didn't get your picture!). Thank you to all who've supported Matt throughout his schooling so far!

A few more poses:

The emotions of the day:

All four kids were troopers through what could be considered "kid torture." They played quietly and stayed put, and still had cute smiles afterwards. I guess it was their graduation present. I thought I'd ask the girls what they thought of four hours of ceremonies. Here's how they felt:

Now it's on to Lubbock (after more schoolwork, trips, and some major packing).

Matt (aka Daddy),

We are so proud of all your hard work and dedication. We can't wait to see (more of) the influence you'll have in helping families and marriages succeed!

We love you,
Your girls

Wonderful surprise

After I check my e-mail, I'm taken to the MSN homepage where there are snippets of news, advice, etc. While it is often interesting, there's not usually anything to really report on. Well, today I noticed a blurb about a woman who auditioned for Britain's Got Talent. This singer, Susan Boyle, appeared to the audience to be a flop because of what they judged to be lack of beauty, fashion, or anything noteworthy, but as she began to sing, it was a complete transformation, as everyone's eyes (and ears) were opened to real beauty. I came across the story after her talent was revealed, so I can't claim any credit for not being judgmental. Still, in pondering on this story, I think sometimes it is easy to think we "see" what someone is like with one glance, when that person has so much more to offer, so much depth, feeling, and sweetness, and not to mention talent. Susan, I'm rooting for you!



The clip is 7 minutes but it shows her whole song and the reactions before and after. Sorry you can't view it right on the blog. I tried!