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Posted by allisonm on May 29, 2004, at 14:26:27
I'm leaving shortly with my 77-year-old dad in tow to head down to school for graduation, which is tomorrow. He does not always do well away from his precious business/work, but we'll see. Weather is supposed to be nice. I feel very graduatelike in my rented gown, hood and cap.
My best friend tearfully told me today that she can't go b/c her son is sick. I think divorce may be in her future and that there is more to this than she is telling me, but I will not let that bother me right now. My roommate and I have a bet going whether my boyfriend will attend with us. I am betting he's not, but hoping I am wrong.
People keep telling me what an accomplishment it is to go back to school full-time at age 40 and get one's master's degree. They seem to think tomorrow is more special than I have been seeing it. I am trying not to downplay it, but find it difficult b/c I have always minimized good things. I think it helps not to expect a lot because then maybe the disappointment won't be so great.
Anyway, here goes...
Posted by Racer on May 29, 2004, at 15:33:28
In reply to Happy Day (I hope), posted by allisonm on May 29, 2004, at 14:26:27
Just for tomorrow, I give you Special Dispensation to expect a lot, and to be extra super proud of your acheivement. It really does take a LOT of guts to do what you've done, and you really and truly are a SuperStar for having done it. Hell, woman! You're a SuperStar for having *tried* to do it, let alone accomplishing it.
Don't strain your rotator cuff patting yourself on the back, but do spend an hour in the backpatting machine. You certainly deserve it.
Posted by shar on May 29, 2004, at 20:35:17
In reply to Happy Day (I hope), posted by allisonm on May 29, 2004, at 14:26:27
A--
The best pic I have, the biggest (genuine) smile in that pic, is when I graduated!Go for it all, do it all, strut your stuff, and ENJOY, celebrate--all that hard work and perseverence!
Heartiest congratulations!
Shar
Posted by Phil on May 29, 2004, at 21:25:36
In reply to Happy Day (I hope), posted by allisonm on May 29, 2004, at 14:26:27
Allison Day
A proud day at the very least. Being a regular on these boards, we don't often get to celebrate with others, do we?
If I still drank, I'd sip 6 or 7 margaritas in your name.
You done good. Just in case you never heard it from your parents.....Good job, young lady. We are all very proud of you.
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