A fellow mom with a graduating senior posted on her Facebook "One and Done." I thought that was clever for a mom with one son. She's done, friends. For us Copelands, we are "One...and Just Begun..."
That said, this first one was a pleasure. This sweet boy didn't want a grad party to save his life. Ever the spotlight-hider he insisted we NOT when we insisted we DO. We planned and executed the greatest grad party, honoring Oldest and 2 of his friends. A three-person party was the way to go. No one hit with the direct spotlight but everyone gets to celebrate the grads.
The party was a huge success. Lots of people, great food, and huge smiles from Oldest. The boy was certainly happy. Shout out to our amazing DJ, Sky. We really appreciate him coming through for us, and giving us the energy that made our party jumping!
As if the party wasn't satisfying enough, the graduation ceremony itself was awesome. You know how graduations can be. A boring speaker, lots of shifting in your seat, trying to be patient, wondering why it has to take so long. Chantilly High, you put on an amazing ceremony. I especially loved the "11 for 11" where we were enlightened and encouraged by the few inspiring words of 11 great teachers at Chantilly. There was no boring speech-giver, although I must say that really smart kid who gave his speech...he lost me at "hello."
We, friends, are the proud parents of a high school grad. Next day, Oldest: "I'm bored." Isn't that the way folks? All that hype leading up to this major milestone in your life, and when it's done you are wondering what's next? Oldest will enjoy the summer and get ready for college. Not worried about him being "bored." Just thought that was funny that the poor boy had that immediate "what now" feeling.
Friends, it's ever so cliche to tell you to enjoy your time with your loved ones. We know that time doesn't stop and your not promised tomorrow, and all that jazz. But seriously, be intentional about what you do with the now that you have. I promise that just yesterday Oldest was in 7th grade, missing that dag-on bus every single day because he just could not get himself up out of bed on time. Now, here we are, finished high school, with no morning alarm needed for at least a few months. And if you are thinking the last thing you want to do is spend more quality time with the ones you love and the ones who drive you crazy, just remember that we are "One...And Just Begun." You can always borrow one of ours.
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