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Celebrating Grads

By Lorraine

Saturday we had a party to celebrate Erin’s college graduation and Jared’s middle school graduation

 Jared listened intently as Pop-Pop shared and prayed for our oldest grandson
 Our first-born and slightly strong-willed daughter was a little apprehensive when her dad called her to his side and began to share her accomplishments.  He reminded her of her first word, “I-will-do-it“, and how that trait along with her determination, perseverance and hard-work helped her to obtain her degree while maintaining a home, career and being a mom.  This much-loved daughter has boundless energy, creativity and personality. She is talkative, bold and opinionated. 
She weathered being the oldest child and gracefully forgave us of the many errors we made as parents.
(this Einstein art was a gift to Erin made by Abbey)

 So that Erin always remembers that others appreciate and admire her many gifts and talents,
I made this subway art for her.

~ Erin Lee ~
 Some of the friends and family that celebrated with us
 I saw the candy poster on facebook and copied the idea for Jared
Sunday afternoon we gathered again to celebrate the graduation of another sweet girl.  Karli, (Top right photo between her brother and dad) is the daughter of my late cousin, Tammy.
Karli, and her younger brother and sister lost their mom in a car accident twelve years ago.  She recently received her Doctorate of Pharmacy.

My cousin Karen (Karli’s aunt) was showing off her 1st grandbaby, Emma Katherine
♥
My cousin, Caroline (in the orange dress and Karen’s sister), has a daughter who is getting married in August. So we still have some more celebrations to come!
   

Filed Under: Family, Family & Friends Tagged With: cake, Erin, Friends, Jared, Karen

Comments

  1. Personalized Sketches and Sentiments says

    June 29, 2012 at 3:17 am

    Congratulations to Erin, Jared, and Karli on their accomplishments! What a wonderful celebration…and wonderful photos of it all. …and many more celebrations ahead!

    And what a blessing it is to have family together for such special occasions as these.

    Blessings & Aloha!

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  2. Maple Lane says

    June 28, 2012 at 8:53 pm

    Sure was a lovely cake! Glad you shared the pictures of friends/family enjoying the graduates' special day!

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  3. Melissa says

    June 28, 2012 at 12:22 am

    I love the cake, the gifts and the wonderful family photos! =)

    Congratulations to the Graduates!

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  4. podso says

    June 27, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    Wonderful events to celebrate! Congratulations to the graduates!

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  5. Traci says

    June 27, 2012 at 7:30 pm

    Congratulations to all the graduates! I love the candy poster. I've never seen that done.

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  6. Walking on Sunshine... says

    June 27, 2012 at 2:13 am

    These are beautiful photos of a beautiful celebration! Thanks for sharing! Love the photos of your daughter in her cap and gown especially!

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  7. Down By The Bay says

    June 27, 2012 at 1:58 am

    Beautiful pics and celebration. I have one of those slightly strong willed first-born daughters too:) Would you consider shparing a tutorial on the subway art. What a wonderful present! Enjoy your posts always!

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  8. corners of my life says

    June 26, 2012 at 10:24 pm

    I'd say Pop-Pop looks mighty darn proud. Congratulations all.

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  9. lindsey says

    June 26, 2012 at 6:23 pm

    Thanks for sharing these lovely family photo's. You must be so proud of your daughter…I like the way you describe her 'first born and slightly strong willed'…you could be describing our first born daughter too 🙂

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  10. Tammy@T's Daily Treasures says

    June 26, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    I love that candy card. I love the subway art! And I love the Einstein artwork! Wow! Looks like everyone had a lovely time. Congrats to Jared and Erin. And Karli. So sorry to hear about the loss of your cousin. Have a wonderful rest of the week. Tammy

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  11. Ann says

    June 26, 2012 at 3:09 pm

    Lots of celebrating going on there. Congratulations to both of the graduates. Love that subway art and the candy poster is great. I love that idea.

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  12. Debbie says

    June 26, 2012 at 12:51 pm

    Congratulations to both of your graduates! Your daughter is just gorgeous. I love the sign you made for her. And those candy cards are so cute. My grand daughters made one for their daddy's 39th birthday, so cute. I love to see pics and hear about times of celebrations of life's sweet moments. It's what it's all about.

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  13. renee @ Singing With Birds says

    June 26, 2012 at 6:11 am

    Your life is such a party! Congratulations on all of the graduations, degrees, babies, and for surviving it all. Love your candy card for Jared!

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  14. SJ Scott says

    June 26, 2012 at 5:13 am

    So wonderful! thank you for sharing these precious moments!

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  15. marie says

    June 26, 2012 at 3:51 am

    I love when you share these family celebrations! The love is just flowing!
    Congratulations to Erin and Jared…huge accomplishments for both! I love the gifts you made for each of them Lorraine…you are such a thoughtful gift giver!!
    I think my favorite part of your post are the photos of John with his daughter, and with his grandson. What special moments those must have been.

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  16. Pondside says

    June 26, 2012 at 4:18 am

    What wonderful reasons for celebration! Your daughter will be an inspiration for all the younger ones in your extended family!

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