Monday, May 13, 2013

Blue Monday - Grandson Graduates!

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Our daughter's oldest son, Zachary, graduated from the University of Florida last weekend, and Johnny and I went to Gainesville to join in the experience. Notice please, all the Blue: Zachary's shirt, Johnny's shirt, and my blouse. (I am seated in a wheelchair because of my bad, right hip. My hip replacement surgery is scheduled for August 1st.)



Pictured below is our daughter's family: Pierce, Michael, Debi, Caeli, Zachary, and Ara. Caeli graduated from UF last year and is now working on her Master's. Ara plans to graduate from UF next year. Pierce, 14, is still being homeschooled and plans on attending UF in the future.



We arrived early, and I had Debi take a shot of the Blue auditorium. (The colors of the school are Blue and orange.) The large Blue sign is next to a huge screen that shows close-ups of the grads walking across the stage. This was one of many commencement ceremonies as this Spring there were a total graduating of 9,000!



This shot was taken from the giant screen as Zachary crossed the stage. Plenty of Blue here.


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37 comments:

  1. Magical Mystical TeacherMay 13, 2013 at 12:01 AM

    Way to go, Zachary! We all know your parents and grandparents are proud of you! Blessings!

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  2. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 13, 2013 at 12:13 AM

    Congrats to Zachary! How proud you all look from his finalization of his studies. Beautiful pictures of your lovely family. I can see you and your daughter had a wonderful Mother's Day present such as this!
    God bless Zachary and all of you!
    FABBY

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  3. DinahMay 13, 2013 at 1:08 AM

    Congratulations!!! My sister also graduated from college last week, and I know how proud you are :)

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  4. Fashion MommaMay 13, 2013 at 4:37 AM

    Congrats Sally. Zachary is very handsome. You have a beautiful family.

    My Blue Monday.

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  5. AnniMay 13, 2013 at 5:30 AM

    Congratulations! Amazing to see how look-alike all children are!
    Happy Blue Monday!

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  6. Lovable DerekMay 13, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    You must be very proud of him, and deservedly so too.
    Hope you soon have your hip sorted, and with a minimum of discomfort too.
    Take care.
    Have a good week.

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  7. Melbourne Australia PhotosMay 13, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    Congratulations on Zachary's graduation. YOu must be very proud! Hope all will go well for the hip surgery.

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  8. carol l mckennaMay 13, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    Best Wishes to the Graduate ~ so handsome and lots of hugs to you and your family ~ Absolutely adore your header photo too ~ ^_^

    Thanks for hosting this great blog hop ~ Enjoy ^_^

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  9. dixMay 13, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Always a very special day when anyone graduates College! Congratulations! What a lovely family! I'm sure you all made lots of memories. Thanks for sharing.
    dix---

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  10. Lina GustinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:01 AM

    Congratulations to Zachary! Love to see happy faces :)

    http://www.1sthappyfamily.com/2013/05/a-short-visit.html

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  11. xinexMay 13, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Congrats you the newly graduate! It brings back memories when my son graduated there too. Go Gators!..Christine

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  12. AnnesphamilyMay 13, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    Hi Sally! We are getting ready for Rebekah to graduate next weekend! Yea! I know how proud you are! I am going to be thinking and praying for you and that hip surgery! A few people I know had wonderful experiences! You will too! Go Blue! Hugs Anne

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  13. Jeannie and LindaMay 13, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Hi Sally. I don't know how to link my photo! I choose the photo , click enter and done, and no photo is on your blog! Help me please. Anyway, Happy Blue Monday!

    Peace,
    Linda At The French Hens Nest.

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  14. photodougMay 13, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Congratulations to the graduate. Great family celebration.

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  15. LeoviMay 13, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    Congratulations on your graduation, and he looks very happy!

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  16. UnknownMay 13, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    This is so exciting. My son graduates college next week and I'm ecstatic. We all are. It's a great thing to experience with them...you probably know what my next post will be about :-) Congratulations to you and your grandson on such a great accomplishment!!

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  17. LVMay 13, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    Glad you let us join you in attending this spcail occasion. It is go nice seeing so many young folks trying to do better themselves. You have a nice family. Yes, that is my BIL.

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  18. Rob HuntMay 13, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    Congratulations and thank you for sharing this special occasion.

    Thank you too for hosting Sally.

    Rob

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  19. Denise @ secondtimearoundfindsMay 13, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    A very proud time for your family, congratulations to the new graduate.

    Thank you for hosting.

    Denise

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  20. Jeannie and LindaMay 13, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    Congratulations to Zachary! Now that's some beautiful blue! I know you are proud! happy Blue Monday!

    Linda at The French Hens Nest

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  21. EileenMay 13, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    Congratulations! We are headed off to California to see my fiancé's son graduate from college this Friday. Happy Blue Monday! Thanks for hosting.

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  22. The Quintessential MagpieMay 13, 2013 at 1:15 PM

    Sally, what a very exciting milestone! I loved seeing the family shots and the shot of the graduate on stage. You must be SO proud!

    I wish I had some blue this week, but I only have pink and white. I had been asked to join a blog party that is seasonal and centered on the movie "Steel Magnolias" so pink was in order. I didn't get it up till Sunday because I came back from a trip to Central Florida exhausted. I nearly broke my foot, too. It was a looooooooong week. LOL

    Love you,

    Sheila

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  23. Val VerdeMay 13, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Just found your blog and our love for all shades of blue!

    xoxo
    Val
    http://styletoenvy.com

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  24. My name is RietMay 13, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    What a lovely family. Congratulations with the grandson. You can be proud of hi,. Sorry to hear about your hip but good you get yor replacement is coming. You will feel so much better and without pain afterwards.
    Happy blue Monday Sally.

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  25. ❀~Myrna~❀May 13, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    Congrats to your grandson! I will pray for you & coming surgery.I hope all goes well. Happy Blue Monday!

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  26. joyh82May 13, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    Great photo Sally! Congrats to your grandson. Your daughter has a great looking family. Sorry to hear about the upcoming hip surgery.

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  27. The Quintessential MagpieMay 13, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    I hope so, too, Sally. I had workmen piled up like cordwood, two meetings (one I didn't make), and a friend in Hospice. It was a long (and sad) week.

    But summer promises to be better without so much commitment!

    XO,

    Sheila

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  28. UnknownMay 13, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    Congrats with the accomplishment - such a happy occasion for the whole family! Happy Monday:)

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  29. AnonymousMay 13, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    Hi Sally! Oh, congratulations to your handsome grandson! You have a lovely family and I know you're so proud of them. Oh, I'm going to link up to Blue Monday right now! I didn't think about the blue!! :)
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  30. AnonymousMay 13, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Sally, I'm back to say I'm so sorry you're going to have to have hip surgery. I hear folks do so well with it. You're a tough little blue cookie and you'll do fine! You'll be in my prayers.
    Continue being a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  31. Barbara RosenzweigMay 13, 2013 at 9:45 PM

    Congrats! You all must be so proud of Zachary's accomplishments!

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  32. Botanic BleuMay 13, 2013 at 10:35 PM

    Congratulations to Zachary. How wonderful that the family was able to celebrate with him.

    Best wishes for your hip surgery. More than one of my friends has had it, and they say life is new again!

    I linked Real French Doors in Sarlat. Wait until you see the beautiful French bleu they are painted!

    Judith

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  33. JeanneMay 14, 2013 at 12:21 AM

    Better late than never. Our daughter surprised us with a visit and we have had quite a day. Andrea,our daughter who lives in Tennessee, drove here to take us to dinner for Bill's birthday and Mother's day. A lovely surprise. She has to go back on Tues. morning.

    Sally your post is delightful. I love the photos and the wonderful occasion of Zachary's achievement in graduating from such a great college. I have said it before but you have the most handsome and beautiful family. I know how proud you must be. Great blues and Go Gators!

    You know I will be praying for you with the upcoming surgery. We will chat before then.

    Love,
    Jeanne

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  34. Wsprsweetly Of CottagesMay 14, 2013 at 3:44 AM

    Dear Sally...it's such a great thing when one of the children graduates and begins their life.
    WE have a new graduate from College also.
    Good luck to him and all his endeavors.

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  35. AnonymousMay 14, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    Congratulations to Zachary! Those big screens do help.

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  36. AnonymousMay 15, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    Howdy Doody, Ms. Sally! Thanks for popping in to see my cruise! Have a great week.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  37. JeanneMay 15, 2013 at 10:36 PM

    Hi Sally, it is so nice to see your comment. I was lucky to get the plant stand. I like our deck to be a bit rustic here in the mountains.

    It was 80 today. Summer is on it's way. I hope it doesn't get too hot.

    Did you watch Idol tonight? The final two are amazing singers. They will announce the winners tomorrow night. I know you love music.

    Love, Jeanne

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