The Graduation

 We have had such a busy month! Getting ready for this girl to graduate has been a whirlwind of activity at our house. We are so proud of Jo. Our last move was rough for her...but she has bounced back beautifully!

I don't think her Dad or I could be more proud.

She wore my Mom's necklace to graduation. It really made my Mom feel so close. Jo felt it too.

Stephanie came to support Jo. It was SO good to see her.

Allyson and Jo looked stunning in their Titan Blues!

Can't tell we are about to burst....right?? Our baby...wow...

And then there is Ryan...we like this one. He is pretty funny and very respectful...something the last "one" wasn't.

The Civic was a huge venue....but when you have almost 400 graduates, I guess you need somewhere to put all the the people who love them. It was fun to have so many kids from church graduating. We got to cheer for them all!

Jo is never hard for me to find in a crowd. I love her vivid hair. It matches her unforgettable personality.

As far as graduations go, this one was pretty good. The speakers weren't too long, or very boring at all. 

This is Leanne and her dog Dasher. Jo was an aide in the SPED room for one of her classes her last semester. She was primarily responsible for helping Leanne. Jo loves this girl and she will always have a place in her heart.

I took this after Jo received her diploma. She is standing just to the left of the stage.

And there she is, our graduate. Look how tall!! She rocked those heels. I was so proud...she didn't even trip once!!

So now what? you ask...well....we aren't real sure just yet. Part of her wants to go to ISU (Idaho State University) and part of her (the part that likes her money) wants to stay here for a bit and go to Metro Community College (tuition is like 1/4 the price of ISU). So we will see which path she chooses. The world is hers right now to do with what she will. Good luck, my darling daughter. You will be fabulous no mater what you chose!!