Well, as many of you know, I FINALLY did it and completed my Master's degree! I graduated on Saturday, May 9, 2009 from the University of Georgia with an M.Ed in Human Resources and Organizational Development (HROD). It's been a long journey (only 4 years to complete a 2 year program!), but filled with many other exciting milestones in between (i.e. 2 pregnancies and one birth, one pending...). My mom was able to fly in from Wisconsin to celebrate with us. We kept my dad posted with pics sent via iphone, emails, and phone calls.
The graduate and her Ladybug in full UGA gear! They even took a similar shot to this one for what we think is the UGA Alum magazine.
Lauren sits on one of the many Uga's placed around Athens. You can see the infamous "arches" in the background. We elected not to wait in line for the obligatory arches photo, given my very pregnant state. :) This background shot will have to do!
Lauren on the car ride to Athens. Nana had to fix the buttons on her UGA dress, so there was a brief period that she was naked (minus the bloomers with the dog paws on them). Todd wondered aloud about the fact that on his only daughter's first trip to Athens she was going topless...a foreshadowing of wild college days to come? We sure hope not!
Our Family, post-ceremony. Yes, that is relief on my face...relief to be done, relief that I could unzip the hot polyester gown and let my belly breathe!
For all you blog stalkers that complain that I never have any pictures of myself on Kat's Cradle. This one's for you...belly and all!
Lauren and Todd exploring downtown Athens.
A very heartfelt thank you to all my family and friends that have been my cheerleaders throughout this process. I couldn't have done it without your help (babysitting, brainstorming, a listening ear when I needed to vent) or encouragement. An extra big shout out to my Love who told me I could NOT quit after having Lauren, and made sure he did whatever was needed to keep me on the road to graduation. You's the best, Todd! xoxox.
Now we have an official Bulldog in da HOUSE!!!!!!! Go Dawgs! Sic 'em! :)
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I've been checking all week for this post! So, so PROUD of you! And that baby-belly! Whew! How do you do it every day? Congratulations again and let me know when the UGA alum mag hits the stands! Hope you get to kick your feet up this weekend :)
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