I feel like bursting out with the song "Wonder of Wonders, Miracle of Miracles" whenever I realize that Mike and I are DONE WITH SCHOOL. It's true. We graduated and we couldn't be happier. The festivities started with my mom and brother flying out from CA for my graduation. They got in a few days early, so we hit up Shipshewana, toured both ND and IUSB, and ate a LOT of food before the ceremony. Photographic evidence of our graduations follows:
My brother, Nathan, had never been to Michigan, so we drove 5 minutes north and took a picture to commemorate this joyous occasion:
Touring IUSB:
You can't really tell, but we're standing on the bridge at IUSB that overlooks the St. Joseph river. Also, Even when Nathan ducks down and I stand on my toes, he is still taller than me.
my fan club in the stands:
Many thanks to my madre and Nath for flying out, and to Liz, Janelle, and Callie for coming/decorating my front door with balloons and streamers. It made me feel loved. :)
My mom and brother decorated the inside of our apartment in festive graduation get-up.
A few days passed, and then it was time for Mike's graduation.
We took a picture of Mike with all his school books after his first semester... and after his last semester...
Mamma and Poppa Wilde came out for the festivities.
Getting hooded
The next day Notre Dame had their commencement with all graduates from across the whole university. It was bloody hot in that stadium, but we still all had a grand time.
It has been a long road, and we are very proud of each other.
Happy graduations to us!
so happy for you guys! That's really a wonderful feeling. :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats!!! Fave pics = the one of Nath in Michigan and Mike in Indy; Mike with the stack of books and papers. Hilarious!! Good luck with your move!!!
ReplyDeleteThe hoods are classy. I hope you kept them.
ReplyDeleteYay! May we be as grown up as you someday. Bravo Wildes.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to both of you!! Ah! Look at how smart you are.
ReplyDeleteBel! You look amazing!! Your hair is so long! Congrats to both of you. You must let me know when you're going to be in CA sometime so I can come see you. Hope you're doing well!
ReplyDeleteMeliss, I love this post! It stands as a symbol of a huge amount of time and effort. Nath and I loved being with you both to celebrate. What a fun trip - and thanks for being such fabulous hosts! We and only wish we could have been there for Mike's graduation. Thanks for posting all the pics. Almost inspires me to do the same. :-)
ReplyDeletewoo-hoo!!! major congratulations to you both!!!!
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