Proud of Myself, Grateful as I reflect on 2023

 I pause before posting this and think of Sally's reflections on holiday cards being braggy.  I don't see them that way- I welcome every bit of news and information that updates me and allows me to update others. I am proud of my children, husband, alma mater, and myself.  I want to know what others are up to and enjoy reading other posts and blogs. Do I wish we shared the not so great as pubically yes, it is important to know it isn't all good and I hope I'm respected when I do share that within the relationships I have. I'll try to put some not-so-great out there on social media for balance too.  Oh, it is complicated in today's world right! Life on Newark-Granville Road is messy, far from perfect but wonderful and I am grateful.

For the record books- more on the completing component of my Master's of Philanthropic Studies Degree! I had a robing ceremony on 12-18-23! I received my regalia in the mail and wanted closure and a bit of pomp and circumstance.  Many ideas circulated in my head and I didn't know what to do.  I put out an email to Nan, Greg, and Adam- Nan ran with it. See below- the pictures tell the story and I'm beyond grateful! I loved the opportunity to have this closure and honor.  Nan's remarks were incredible. Having Adam and Greg there, and several incredible colleagues meant so much. Joe made it as well. I'm sorry the kids were not there but I was happy to keep it 'simple".  Nan I really can't say thank you enough for all you have done and who you are.

So why not at IUPUI? They offered the chance to do this in the Spring and it didn't work due to Clare's graduation. I could do it next Spring, that will be Peter's graduation.  I'm so glad Denison's President and Athletic Director did the honors.  All of them supported me in the wonderful journey to this accomplishment. 

Life on Newark-Granville Road with some pomp and circumstance, woo hoo!

And look at this- club champion...Flight 2- only two rounds/matches for the honor but I did it! I loved every opportunity to be on the Moundbuilders Golf Course and participate in Wednesday Leagues- yay me for taking time, thank you to all that played, coached (Linda, I take out the pin now), and supported- Randy, Zeke and so many more! Joe for playing with me, Peter too, Sara, Amanda, Nan...I could go on and on and on. I am competitive. I like to win and I do like to learn and grow- grateful to do so outdoors in this beautiful, special place that is indeed a happy place and sport!