2009 Commencement Ceremonies

As most of you know I graduated from college in December. The University of Utah only does one commencement ceremony a year, so anyone that graduates fall semester to summer semester the following year goes to the commencement ceremony in May. I wasn't planning on walking at all, but had a little bit of coercing and my plans changed a bit.

Steve graduated this spring and thought it would be fun if we walked together. I wasn't sold on the idea, but when I was able get the day off, borrow a gown from a girl at work, and had the incentive of spending the day with Steve, it seemed like a no brainer.

We had commencement together that morning at 9:00 and had to be at the school by 8:00, so othe day was off to an early start. It was surprisingly exciting to be up there with everyone graduating and be proud of my accomplishments.

After the commencement were our individual college convocations. Mine was right after and I was lucky enough to have my parents come up. I was so happy to have them there and was grateful for all their help in getting me to this point in my life.
Steve's convocation was later on in the afternoon, so we took some time to get ready for the BBQ that night and I got a chance to catch a little nap since I wasn't feeling well. It was so nice to just have a quite afternoon.

After Steve's convocation, we headed to the park with his family and friends for a celebratory BBQ. It was fun to hang out, play games, and eat good food all night...

It took a little convincing, but I am SO glad that I decided to walk and got to share this day with Steve. It was fun to have a big celebration to mark this exciting event.

Thanks Mom and Dad for coming, it meant a lot that you would be there and all that you did for me to push me to finish school. I love you both very much!