Well, my big day has come and gone and now I'm officially a college grad. I'm incredibly happy, but I have to say, this side of the milestone doesn't feel much different than the other side - at least not yet. I think it'll hit me when I don't have to return to school in the fall.
Graduation day on Sunday was wonderful. The weather couldn't have been more perfect. At 83 degrees and sunny, it felt like the first official day of summer. We (UWM) graduated at the US Cellular Arena and Marquette graduated right next door at the Bradley Center, so that area of downtown was overflowing with graduates and their families, and there was a real feeling of celebration and excitement in the air. Our ceremony was nice and it went so quickly - two hours flat for 2,100 graduates! I was impressed.
After the ceremony, my family decided to head down to the lakefront for a bit to take some pictures before dinner. We climbed out onto the rocks and goofed around a bit, and took some pics.
We then headed to Harry's for dinner, and it was absolutely delicious. It's one of my favorite places on the East Side for drinks and lunch, but I'd never been there for dinner. The desserts were especially heavenly.
I got a Sony Handycam from my parents and I'm absolutely in love with it. I might become one of those annoying people with a camera always in people's faces! It's such a great thing to have to be able to look back on fun times. I'll definitely be bringing it with me on most of my outdoor excursions this summer! I wonder if there's a way to upload short videos onto my blog?
So that's it, then. Bring on the real world.
Congratulations on your graduation! I can't wait to follow your escapades this summer!
Posted by: Michelle | May 24, 2005 at 01:24 PM
You go girl! Congrats from the mtns of North Carolina!!!!! The Great Smokies! We are so happy for you and the Blog is ROCKIN Sister!!!!!! Keep the ideas rollin and yes ther's is a way to upload short vids! ;) Later
Frankie Rhonda Lauryn, and Twins!!!!!
Posted by: Frankie Alford | May 25, 2005 at 05:58 AM
Congratulations Erin! I am so happy that everything is going so well for you! I am looking forward to reading all about your adventures in Milwaukee this summer.
Posted by: Jayne | May 26, 2005 at 12:12 PM
Hi Erin, great job with the blog so far. I read it religiously and wanted to say hello. I miss you and look forwad to seeing you again soon...possibly next weekend for the wedding (not yours, unfortunately...I know you're anxious!) Anyhow take care and tell the family I say "hello"! Kisses!
Posted by: Jessica | June 03, 2005 at 03:48 PM