Today, my lovely daughter Christina, graduated from Arizona State University - and I was there to see it ! The Convocation started at eight a.m. at Wells Fargo Arena, with several hundred young adults, now with super fortified brains, taking the walk to the stage for a hand shake, announcement of notable achievement and a folder that says "your diploma will be mailed to you." At 10:30, we exited to a scorching blast of 90 degree heat - and we were so ready for a cold drink and nice bit of breakfast. I'm posting a few photos of the day's event, and my two daughters, Julia and Christina.
Just so you know - that splotch on the ground is not "sick." It's merely a splotch of some foreign matter. It looks very deceiving doesn't it; Christina and the daub of white on the ground. Although extremely nervous and excited, she was simply bending over to zip up her gown. I think I over scrutinize my photos. By now, you know how weird I am.
And they're off ! Mum following with the camera.
A few photos before we go inside.
We arrived early so as to get good seats.
She's slightly excited - she found her sister's name in the ASU Program.
I was pleased to find out, the guest speaker was Hugh Downs. For those of you in the UK that have never heard of him - Hugh has been a journalist, author, American TV personality and all around public face for over three decades. Intelligent, a wonderful persona, inspirational and adventurous - just a few words to describe him. I've enjoyed watching Hugh report news and present documentaries since I've been just a little ankle-biter. I have a great deal of respect for this man. He kept the speech short - I liked that.
Just look at the brainpower amassed in this stadium. I wish I had a small fraction of their youthful smarts and recall ability. I would like that - for balancing my checkbook and finding my car keys.
There's my baby - getting ready to walk to take the glory walk to the stage - you go Christina !! Did I mention she graduated with highest honours and wore TWO cords ?! Proud mum.
Anyone got a tissue ? Sniff, sniff - blub, blub.
I so like the communication of love , showing appreciation to Mum and Dad - upside down even ?
Ready to conquer the world. I love this girl !
Showing some sisterly love - ahhhh !
Waiting for our table, I snapped these photos of the graduate - lovely ! I'm so proud of you Christina.
