We woke up early (early for a day off that is) in order to get ready for graduation. The graduation started at 9:00 am at the World Arena here in Colorado Springs. Upon getting there, we quickly put Mia in the Baby Bjorn, because who wants to carry around the car seat carrier in an arena, and hurried inside to find the family. Graduation was the typical 2.5 hour special, with many LONG speeches and the watching all the smiling faces walk across stage to receive their empty diploma case. When it was all over, we waited outside for Justin to make his presence known. Many hugs were exchanged and pictures snapped. It was a fun time, and Justin seemed to be relieved that he was finally entering the "real world" - or many more years of college.
(our little family)
(Grandmama and Daddy)
(The view from our seats)
(Daddy and Cousin Justin)
We finally made it through the traffic exiting the arena. With all of our bellies completely empty, we made our way to Chick-fil-A (Note: LMYC was NOT there) to get some delicious grub. It was seriously yummy; just what the doctor ordered. Then we made our way home where all collapsed on mommy and daddy's bed for a short nap, so mommy could take a walk before both grandma and grandmama came for dinner. Well, 3 hours later we all work up. Sweaty. Foggy. Feeling much better. Forget the walk! It was then a mad dash to get everything ready for our dinner company, while still trying to hatch from our long, winters nap.
Grandmama and Grandma showed up for a lovely dinner of Turkey Chili and croissants. It was fun to hang out with them and let Mia have some fun spoiling. We sat out on the deck for a relaxing, summer evening. They both did mommy's dishes and then grandmama rocked Mia to sleep.
It was a beautiful day--even better with Casey home. Now I can't wait for the weekend!
8 comments:
I cannot believe you are so lucky that your little one was quiet during that long ceremony. You are one lucky Momma!
I hear ya on being ready for a long weekend. Woohoo!
and do you have a turkey chiie recipe you would like to share??
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I'm glad you were able to enjoy Chick-fil-A without LMYC!! Sounds like you had a fun day! The weekend is just days away!!! YAY!
I was thinking the same as Steph; 2.5 hours. That's awesome!
And, I'm so glad you were able to have this day with your family. You really needed and deserved it.
What an angel Mia is, sitting through an entire graduation ceremony.
Your M&M days are always so beautiful.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend making many more special family memories.
Love and hugs
Elise
What a lovely day you had, and Mia was so good.
Have a great weekend,
love and hugs, Tabitha XX
Lovely pictures for a lovely day!!!
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