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This year was the second in a long line of years yet to come. With God's help, the second Discher student - as well as the second student for Community Christian Academy - graduated, and began the next phase in her life!
Sarah worked hard and really pushed these last few weeks to finish the requirements laid out for her before gaduation, and on Sunday, October 11th, we honored her work during her graduation ceremony and the party afterwards!!
We are so proud of you, Lizzie!!!
Graduating with Sarah was Samuel Graves, who completed his requirements at the same time. So, a smaller ceremony for each was expanded into a nice big one for both! (plus, as Sarah says, she doesn't have to graduate alone! YEAH!)
Congratulations Sam!!!
Of course, there are plenty of pictures to remind us of this wonderful occasion! Here are a few of them for y'all to enjoy...
The announcments are (finally) ready to mail out...
The day has arrived!!
(Thank you Rachel and Mrs. Graves for the cakes!!!!)
The...uh...orchestra
(all together, we actually didn't sound bad.)
The audience awaits...
(Thanks, Mr. Franklin, for videotaping!)
And the graduates and thier honored parents enter!
The presentation of Sarah's diploma
The presentation of Sam's diploma
Class of 2009!
Sarah was a popular gal!!
Sarah with two wonderful grandparents, who put so much into her education!
Sam advising his little brother on a few graduating pointers. Ben's ready for his turn!
Or...maybe they were outlining a plan of attack on the dessert.....
"Ben, what are you up to??"
Meanwhile, Chelsea is her sweet self and smiles for the camera.
Good friends and good times
So nice to see the Mahoneys again!!!
Sadie and lil' Isaac...
Happy Happy!
"Smile!!!"
OH LOOK!!!!!! IT'S ANOTHER CAMERA!!!!
Yes.....Sarah was in high demand that day!!
With her brotherS
There was planty to discuss over coffee
Plenty of smiles too...
Yep! The paparazzi was there that day!!!
Here that popular gal is with the Lake Wales crew :)
"So...What is it???"
"May I join the party??"
"You see, Markie, you just HAVE to delete that picture!!"
So nice to have the Franklin family back in the territory :)
Gift time!
Sarah was so blessed by all so many thoughtful gifts!!
Sam and his big gift.
May the Lord bless your hands as you use those tools for Him!!
Watching the proceedings...
The camera is here!!! Smile!!!
LIKE THIS!
MORE good friends!
You'll never know what went into this picture!!!
(let's just say, six year-olds have a mind of their own)
Good friends
Even MORE good friends!
My guess is that Emma got bored.....
Josh planned this gift weeks ago!
Nope...this wasn't posed...
Sarah and sweet Grandma!
Sarah with the Doolin gang
Um.....Yep! I think its time to wrap the party up!
(a'fore it gits too wild...)
CONGRATULATIONS, LITTLE SISTER!
Now you can sit around on the computer all day like I do!
(not really - Mama wrote that)
(no looking back!)
--posted (mostly) by Kitty
9 comments:
CONGRATULATIONS SARAH YOU DEZERVED IT.
Awww, that was such a wonderful looking ceremony and party! I'm so sad that we had too miss it.
Congratulations, sweet Sarah!
Love,
Aunt Katie
That was such a beautiful day and what a sweet and beautiful graduate! We are so proud of you, Sarah!
However, Kitty, I am disgusted with that picture of me and your mother!
Love,
Aunt Molly
Sarah, does it feel good to be finished with that Algebra? The sweet graduation ceremony blessed my heart. Your Mom had us all crying. I love that you gave the glory to the Lord and I am so thankful that you love Him. You are a beautiful young lady and I'm excited to see what the Lord has planned for your life. Ah, now, I wonder what it will be like in 2027 when Paul graduates? Sobering thought isn't it? Loved celebrating with you and Sam! May the dear Lord bless you as you seek His will.
Congratulations again, Love, Mrs. Stokes
What a wonderful day! Thank you for letting us be a part of it.
Did you ever get that e-mail with the video attachment? Looking at your blog reminded me that I never remembered to finish sending them to you (sorry)
Congratulations again, Sarah!
Mrs. Franklin
PS So, will next year's post be titled "Three Down and STILL Six to Go!"
Thanks Josh. :) I've been enjoying your gift!!!!!
Aunt Katie--I wish y'all could have been there as well! <3
Mrs Stokes--Yes!! It feels great to be done with Math, but English more. :) I can't even imagine the day that Paul graduates... Thanks from coming!!
Mrs. Franklin--I enjoyed having y'all there! I don't believe we ever recieved an email with a video attachment...?
Haha. That would be funny.
Love you all! Thanks for your sweet comments!!!
~Sarah~
Well, I don't really know y'all, but I must say, CONGRATULATIONS!!
~Johann Van De Leeuw
(Ah, sorry I'm posting this anonymously, my blogger profile is not working. That is, I can't access it. Why is my username and password not working?? :( Sorry.)
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It looks you had a fun graduation party. That Sam looks like quite a character. Is he a relative? I might be afraid to meet the "rest of the family" if we ever get the chance. LOL I'm just playing.
Good job, Sarah.
Beth, I'm sure you feel quite happy, too.
Elisabeth
Sorry to be so late commenting, Sarah! Computer access is pretty limited up here in MO!
Sarah, it was such a special day. Your "speech" was so touching, and so were your mama and daddy's. And, Kitty, the "orchestra" was beautiful. It was a golden day. God bless you, sweet Sarah!
Love,
Grandmother and Granddaddy
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