Although my high school graduation was nearly 40 years ago, I remember the speaker that day talking about graduation as a beginning. Back then, I was young and eager to begin my life of independence. Everything was a great adventure. Today, there is a sober realization that when we leave this place, we are essentially starting all over again….we will have to make new friends, live in a different house, locate a church, shop in a different supermarket or feria, figure out how and where to pay bills, learn another monetary system and public transportation system, and even learn the Chilean variation of Spanish. My desire for adventure was long ago replaced by a desire for stability and a certain level of comfort. Nothing but the grace of God will enable me to face the new challenges ahead. There were times this year that we didn’t think we’d make it to this day. We literally were depending on God hour by hour, one class at a time. But we can look back and say that God has been faithful. We have every assurance that he will be faithful in the future. That is worth celebrating!
You guys look so wonderful!!! Congratulations!!!
Hope your flight home was uneventful and smooth!! Thinking of you lots!!! Much love, The Jones Clan
You guys look very happy and proud! And you should be! What a great picture. We’re looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!