Look out world, Chelsea graduated!


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June 8th 2008
Published: June 9th 2008
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Introducing, Chelsea Lilleness, RN, BSN (Almost!)

That's it folks, seven years later and she is finally a college graduate



We know this is not a travel related entry, but since it is one of the main reasons for our traveling, we thought it was appropriate to include a blog about this weekends events!

This past weekend consisted of many long ceremonies, heart warming celebrations and strange graduation traditions and hoopla! From Ivy Cutting, to Pinning, to Commencement; it's enough to wear any new graduate out (as well as her supportive friends and family)!

Both David and I agree that one of our favorite memories was the graduation fiesta! Aside from some fiesta cheese mishaps (Thank you Marv, Dodo, and Mary for trouble-shooting that one!), the party was the perfect culmination to a crazy past two years suffering through nursing school. We both loved seeing all our friends and family together, sharing nachos and margaritas! We have included some photos from the night at the end of this entry.

Although at times it felt like a whirlwind, this weekend was extremely special and we want to give some shout-outs to all the people who made it as big as blessing as it was. Thank
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Don't we look relieved to be finally done with nursing school?
you to our parents for all their help and creativity in honoring Chelsea's achievements. A huge thanks to the Meier family for opening up their beautiful home! And finally, we want to thank all our friends and family for their presence and support not only this weekend, but the whole long haul that has been nursing school! We love you all. We especially missed those who couldn't come to all the events this weekend. All though you weren't there in body, we felt blessed by your prayers and well-wishes from afar. Thanks for thinking of us and we missed you!

Well, that's all the big news for now. Today is recovery day (or "x-box time") as David affectionately refers to it. Starting Monday, Chelsea heads back to school for an intensive nursing board prep. class. Talk about an anti-climatic ending to graduation weekend! Other than that, we hope life will calm down so we can finish planning and start packing for Europe!



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Chelsea and Kelsey Griffith (long-time friend and future movie star)
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David and the Roberts!
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For those who enjoy cold and dreary Seattle weather (or at least want the seats closest to the drinks) the deck was one seating option!
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The party was a great time to improve upon our picture taking skills before heading to Europe. The candids are definitely our weak point!
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Chelsea and Andrew, the cutest two-year old ever. Doesn't he look like a baby model!
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Chelsea and her dad enjoying the many nacho toppings!
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David's high school friends (+ Adrienne) enjoying post high-school and post-college life!
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Sombrero twins (David and Brett Meier)


9th June 2008

most amazing weekend
What an amazing celebratory weekend. Your dad and I were moved with tears of pride and filled with joyous smiles more times than we could count. Your graduation is just one of the many multitude of achievements we have experienced with you, and we know that we are still at the start of your very special life! We are blessed by you both, and we are so excited to share this next adventure with you. PS Love the blog!
9th June 2008

First site visit
Hey guys; Great site and a fantastic graduation weekend. We are looking forward to viewing your travel blogs and experiencing your wonderful trip.

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