This morning I graduated with my associate degree from Utah Valley University. The past couple of days I had been feeling a little silly for walking and doing the whole ceremony thing, because I started to feel like it was silly to do all this for a 2 year degree. The feelings were worsened when I got there are realized that 90% of the graduates were getting 4 year degrees. In fact, I only saw one other girl who was getting an associates degree! My parents said they saw several people, but after they called my name I wasn't really paying attention.
So anyway, I was feeling a little silly as I walked across the platform and received my "diploma" when all of a sudden I heard, "I love you Holly!" yelled above the noise. It was my darling sister-in-law, Stacy! I have never been happier to hear her voice. I immediately felt reassured that my family was supporting me and wanted to be there. It ended up being a good experience, if nothing else to be reminded of my family's love and support.
I guess they couldn't get enough of that dirty, been used too many times, graduation gown smell. :)
I guess they couldn't get enough of that dirty, been used too many times, graduation gown smell. :)
3 comments:
Holly! I don't think it's silly, I think it's amazing! I wish I could have gone to see you walk. You are such a dedicated student and such a good example to me. I love you and that second picture of you is so cute!
I think it's wonderful that you walked for your AS degree - remember, I did that, too! Why not enjoy twice the love and accolades for your college effort? Also, that picture makes me look pregnant. :( *frownsmile*
You're awesome Holly!! So happy for you! Congrats from the Rexburg Free Family!!
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