Monday, June 18, 2007

June 9th 2007 Graduation and Birthday!! Michael way to go!


MICHAEL GRADUATED ON HIS 20TH BIRTHDAY! Don't know what was more important on his mind...graduation or his birthday. The day started like Christmas morning..Mommy, Dad, it's morning and it's MY birthday, is all we heard at 6:00 a.m. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Michael, go back to sleep it is early, three of us answered... no can do, we got back... SO, up we got and started a very emotional day!



Your cake: from your first birthday picture to your Senior picture. How handsome you've grown.


The asthma of his youth is well controlled as Michael starts his second decade. The candles all go out with one breath! We are all happy that this has been under control for many years now.Happy birthday son!
Some teenagers would most likely be out doing other things..Michael, well he thought that going under his GRADUATION sign would signify water under a bridge or passing through a tunnel to the other side of life... interesting thinker our son!
He is starting to get tired...
I need my rest, mom...I have a big evening coming up.
Daddy always helps with the tie..Getting ready for the BIG WALK.
Michael headed for the stage. We were right in front of him, yet he only saw our old friends behind us and greeted them. He was so focused on where he was going and what he was about to do that nothing else mattered.
I DID IT! Daddy, mommy I DID IT! YEA When do we eat?????

The teacher with the MOST..Ms. Melissa Tucker..One of the best teachers that Michael has had. Ms. Tucker was Michael's case manager for the past 3 years. She taught English, Math, and Science pluse many daily things that we all appreciate.


Her staff of one aid and student teachers have been great. She kept us informed of every detail of his education way beyond what was expected. Against all odds she does wonders with her students and all of their special needs. We are very grateful to her and all that she has done and continues to do in her career.
It was a beautiful day at the Germain Amphitheatre. Michael looks pooped...it's hard work graduating...
Josue' thanks for the help, You're next, now we go to eat...yes!!
!Michael's traditional dinner for the last 12 years has been at the Fujiyama Steak House of Japan. He loves the fanfare and atmosphere. He would love to work here.

What a great day.

You only GRADUATE ONCE FROM HIGH SCHOOL AND YOU ONLY TURN 20 ONCE... and MOST DEFINITELY AND RARELY ONCE ON THE SAME DAY.

CONGRATULATIONS MICHAEL!









Friday, June 15, 2007

Remember Me

This was made by a young girl from Central Ohio. She is still in High School. This is very moving.