..gRaDuAtIoN..

Well. I can't say that I am not excited cause I kind of am, but I am also a little scared that it is over. On April 30th I walked in Graduation ceremonies. While waiting for it to come I didn't think it ever would, like it was just a fantasy that couldn't be true. As the weeks past and the day got closer it hit me harder and harder. The night before it came and I rushed around to make sure I was ready for the following morning. Graduation started at 8am. I am not a morning person so just to make sure I was ready I laid everything out in anticipation for the big day.

I woke up on time, but took too long getting ready. My hair decided it needed more than the usual pep talks to make it through the next few hours. I rushed to get finished and ran out the door. I had chose to wear a dress made by my mom (pictures to come later..) and a pair of cute red sandals so I couldn't trip on the stairs on my way up to get my diploma. As I walked outside I was greeted by snow. Yep, huge snowflakes and the freezing cold temps. What?!? So I just decided to go with it, ran to the car and hopped in. 2 minutes into the drive I realized I had forgotten my cap and tassel at home. Bless Cody's parents for going back and getting it for me since I had to be there at the school by 7:30. I finally got put together around 7:45 and stood nervously with my classmates talking about the things we had all done in school. I can't believe it is over. I walked without tripping! Happy day. Cody managed to sneek in a air horn and blew it when I walked, it scared me but I managed to make it across. I did tear up a bit I have to admit. I love school and always have. I have only done school since Kindergarten. I am not sure what to do in this next chapter of life. It will be nice to have a break from assignments and pressure of finals and what not, but I have to say I am really sad that it is over.

Here are just a few pictures of that day..

.. Kellyn, Me and Jarett..

( yes Jarett is my youngest brother at 15. Sad day that he is like a giant over the top of me)

.. Anika (cody's mom), Me and Cody..

( Justin - Cody's dad - did come, he had to be back at work by 10 so he stayed to yell at me and then left. He was there.. My parents and grandparents were also there, but I don't have the pictures up of them just yet. :))

.. Trent, Me and Amber..

(these two are seriously my best friends in school. I loved doing it with them!)

.. Trent, Matt, Me and Amber..

( photography buddies)

.. Me and Cody..

So thanks to all of you out there that helped and supported me in my efforts to get my BFA. Especially to my #1 fan, Cody. You have been a great support and push in helping me reach my goals in life. Thanks for making me try harder and make it to where I am today. I couldn't have done it without you.

And in case you are wondering, I will go back to school. I am planning on getting my Master's degree, MFA, in a few years. I am going to help my #1 fan make it through his last year and into his passion before I take the next step.