We are so proud of dear Jonathan! He graduated from high school in May. He plans to continue on at MACC (he took a few classes there this past year, his senior year of high school). His graduation party was Friday, May 25. It was a great evening with family and friends and we were all glad to celebrate Jonathan. His buddy, Zack, was even able to drive up from Arkansas - what a special treat!
Jonathan is a kind hearted, deep thinking, quiet and thoughtful young man. He is the epitome of 'still waters'. He is always watching and ready to lend a hand. He still gives me hugs (which I cherish). He takes good care of his Dad. He is a hard worker and knows how to buckle down and get things done. He has a wickedly funny sense of humor, if you are lucky enough to hear it! Everyone thinks of him as shy (and he is) but if you put in the time and effort to get to know him, he is the most loyal and true friend you can find. He may not always show you how he is feeling, but he feels more deeply than most. He is a truly fine young man and we sure do love him. We are so proud of him and excited to see what his future holds.
Once again, dear Brenda decorated for us. She is fabulous!!
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| Brenda and Jonathan |
Dear Jim wrote one of his 'famous' poems for Jonathan's graduation. But first, he found some Better Than Bouillon in the cabinet and presented it to Jonathan as 'Better than Bowling'. Jim, the originator of 'Dad jokes'. :D ha!
There were quite a few 'inside' jokes that came from many years of hanging out under the awning at the state fair. I love these two very much!
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| Jonathan and Jim - two special fellas, indeed. |
Everyone knows that I cry at the drop of a hat. Especially if I have any strong feeling for the moment. So we all knew I was a goner when I tried to welcome folks to Jonathan's party. He had told me that I wasn't allowed to cry and yet right on cue, I got choked up. To my surprise, Jonathan stepped in and 'saved me'. He welcomed the group and thanked them for coming. I turned to look at my grown up son and my heart just swelled. (and that certainly did not help me to STOP crying!!) ;) I am so proud of the fine young man that Jonathan has become.
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Buffet was set up in the mud room -
I cooked for days but it was worth it! :) |
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| Jim and Jeremy |
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| our graduate! |
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| Jonathan :) |
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| Krissy G. made a beautiful cake, as always! |
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| Jonathan and Grandma Sue |
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| Jonathan and Grandpa Jack |
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Thankful to Matt who helped keep the buffet
going by monitoring the warming trays. |
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| My three fellas - Marvin, Jackson, and Jonathan |
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| Lucy and Jim |
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| Carolyn and Chester |
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| Jackson and Jim |
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| Betty, Matt, and Anna |
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| Tony, Matthew, Donna, Audrey, and Ben |
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| Cody, Shonda, Brianna, Abdala, Chris, and Susie |
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| Brian and Bernie |
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| Bryan |
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| Nancy |
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| Zack and Nathan |
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| Jeremy, Shonda, Marvin, and Laura |
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| Matthew and Jim |
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| Pete, Kady, and Hannah |
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| two high school graduates! |
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| Audrey and Jonathan :) |
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| Ben, Dana, Audrey, and Tony |
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| Todd, Kristina, and Julie |
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| Jan, Zack, and Curt |
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| Nathan, Zack, and Jonathan |
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| Laura, Shonda, and Deb |
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| Marvin and Jim |
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| Hannah and Nancy |
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| here comes trouble! :) |
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| Jackson, Zack, Nathan, and Jonathan |
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| the kids were watching a funny home video... |
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| Hannah, Jonathan, Brianna, Jackson, Alaina, and Zack |
Here is an entire album of photos from the evening.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/williscreekranch/sets/72157697461256864
And here is a video of Jim reading the poem to Jonathan.
