Sandwiched between final exams, a cross-country move, and bar exam prep was one major day that flew by way too quickly: graduation day. I saw many of AA's friends who I hadn't seen in months, which was always a nice treat. And we met many of their families, who we'd heard a lot about. Leah got passed around and seemed to make everyone smile. It was a wonderful time, and we enjoyed celebrating AA's hard-earned achievement.
AA's family flew in from Florida and D.C. to attend. They spent a few days in the hotel with us and helped us say farewell to California.
It's unfortunate that AA spent 3 years on something this big, and you only spend a couple of days celebrating it. But there has never been a more beautiful setting for a graduation - bright, sunny Malibu did not disappoint!
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| "Guys, I think I can manage the cap, but the gown and the stairs are going to be a challenge." |
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| AA with her family |
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| "Weee, this is fun! I still don't know why I have these things on my feet though." |
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| AA and her Law School friends, Jill, Kristen, and Emily - Class of 2012 |
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| "All of this pomp and circumstance makes me hungry....this looks tasty." |
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| "Auntie Kristen, Aren't you hungry too?" |
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| "What do you mean you didn't bring any goldfish!" |
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One of my favorite pics from the day...our friend Kenley (a father himself)
attempting to control a strong and squirmy Peanut. |
AA wanted her graduation lunch to be at Versailles, a local cuban restaurant chain. It was a tough choice with so many good restaurants around, but it's hard to go wrong with Versailles. We all enjoyed our last lunch in LA.
Yes, graduation was a fabulous occasion! Congratulations again AA! And it's quite clear now that Leah is definitely the new family genius as Granda predicted, she wears that graduation cap like a pro.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, indeed! What a special day for all of you.
ReplyDeleteSuch a joyous and fun occasion we all enjoyed. We are so proud and happy for our AA and BA; I just start melting when I see our Leah. gma
ReplyDeleteLove all the pictures! Kenley and I got a big kick out of the pic of him trying to hold on to Leah. :) Someday I'll get around to posting my graduations pictures on facebook - I have some nice ones of you guys!
ReplyDeleteOMG, i love the pics... Best study break ever looking at these pictures. I think the pic with Kenley is one of my favorites too. But you can't top the half naked baby in a cap pic. Love you guys!!! Happy Birthday Leah and Good luck studying AA!! Take good care of my girls (as always) BA :)
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