Dr. Me

I've fantasized about graduating for sooooo long, I cannot believe that I'm finally done. So I'm still gazing at the new letters behind my name, trying to get used to it all. Graduation weekend (5.20.06) was just awesome...perfect! My Dad flew up from Myrtle Beach on Friday and my Mom drove down from PA...we hung out with Noah while Paul and Jake went to an Orioles/Nationals game.

Graduation Day was awesome, but hectic- breakfast in the AM with the Psychology Department...it was great to see classmates and professors; reminded me of what a nurturing and supportive environment I experienced at Loyola...and reminded me of what a long road it has been. When I began graduate school, it was September 1999; I was 25 years old and single! Oh how things have changed! My super dissertation committee chair even flew out from California just to hood me...have I mentioned that he rocks!

The graduation ceremony was typical, however Bob Costas gave, by far, the most entertaining commencement address of any of my 4 graduation! He was hysterical, I wish I had it on video.

Following the ceremony, a mad dash back to our house to meet up with various folks, and off to the fabulous dinner party planned by Paul (have I mentioned that he spoils me!); great to see folks from near and far; thanks to Mom and Dad, Aunt Susan and Uncle Denny, Ang and Joel, Lisa and Cole, and Eric and Adam, for traveling very long distances to join in the celebration. Also, it was great to reconnect with the local folks, including Aunt Jo, Ena and Tom, Lance, Rick and Jennifer, and Sarah.

Party continued at my house...but I must confess that I went to bed relatively early....I'm still getting up to feed Noah in the middle of the night, after all!

Great weekend, very bummed when it ended!