Today I went to see one of my babies graduate. The ceremony led me to today's post. I looked around at the family and friends in attendance. Posters, balloons and flowers were everywhere. Anticipation and restlessness was evident. Then, the ceremony began. We stood up to welcome the Kaplan class of 2014. From the time they walked in to hearing their names called, their smiles said so much. Pride was in the air as they crossed the stage one by one. Students of different ages from different backgrounds had their own reasons for going to college. They walked tall. They didn't let life, life issues, hardships or obstacles stop them. They hung in there and accomplished their goals. They are now graduates ready for the next chapter of their lives (what a way to start the new year). The best part of it all is in addition to their family and friends being proud of them, they are proud of themselves. They did what they set out to do. By example, they showed everyone in attendance it could be done and it's never to late to be what you might've been or simply, who or what you want to be.
Congratulations Courtney Benson!!! I am so happy for and proud of you!!!
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