2/8 = 1/4 = 25%
Definition: 2 Children Graduated = 25% less children at home
(I am not jumping for joy...I am actually balling)
High School Graduation Day has come and gone. All the preparations and festivities are finished. Now I have time to really think about what it all means..... one less school lunch to make, one less person to wake up in the morning, one less child to support in productions, concerts, and basketball games, and one less wardrobe to wash. It also means one less hug every day, one less person on the church pew, one less person at family dinner time, one less child to see, touch, listen to, and learn from. It sounds like the kid is dying...
Sometimes I like to think that Sam and I successfully raised another awesome child. But, it would be naive and selfish to try to take all the credit. I cannot stand Hillary Clinton's village quote (you all know what I'm talking about). However, I will say that there have been MANY AMAZING PEOPLE that have assisted us in shaping and forming our children. With another child officially graduated, I feel the need to recognize these truly fabulous individuals....
Family:
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| These people have loved and cared for him from Day 1. They have supported and guided him. He would not be who he is without them. I love my Fam!!!!! |
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| That's one proud Grandma! I think that's one of the biggest smiles I've seen on you, Mom! |
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| And another happy Grandma!! Always there for us!! |
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| That's one emotional Auntie! I get teary just looking at the pic. |
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| Amazing Uncles - Always going above and beyond! |
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| Awesome New York Fam - helping with the Eagle Project! |
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| Just half of their Family...we know the rest of them love him, too! |
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| This bunch has DEFINITELY had an effect! |
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| Aunt Suz - Oh, the picture says it all! |
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| COUSINS!!!!!!!!!! |
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| The Extended Bushman Family |
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| Fun times with the Whimpy One |
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| Ohhh....great times, forever memories! |
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| Amazing & supportive GREAT (in more ways than one) Aunts and Uncles |
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| The Fun Aunts (no offense, CG)!! |
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| The Best Basketball Fans!!! |
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| Miss you, Grandpa!! |
Friends:
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| Our AWESOME Delta Peeps |
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| The KB Days Crew!!!!!! |
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| The Graduating Bunch - AF 24th |
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| The Best Missionaries...Up and Coming! |
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| So supportive of "The King" |
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A Decade of Friendship
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| Good Times with these Two! |
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| Mexico City - AHS Graduates |
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| Teotihuacan - Mexico |
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| Lake Powell with such a fun family!! |
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| Musical Review - Bonding Moments on the Stage! |
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| Spring Formal, 2012 |
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| Five Very Cool and GOOD Dudes |
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| The Three Golds |
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| Future Roommates! He likes him for his money! :) |
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| A Tender Moment (Mom has tears, too) |
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| Lots of Friends - the BEST!! |
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| Love these Kids!! |
Teachers & Mentors (& Friends):
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| Lookin' lovely, ladies! |
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| Fun at Trek - Martin's Cove, WY |
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| Yes, real men do quilt (and women)! |
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| Awesome friends and scout leaders - spent hours helping with his Eagle Project |
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| The sweet leader of the Launfal Foundation |
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| Coach! Go Patriots! |
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| Mexico with one of the greatest! |
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| Two of the most influential people in his life. |
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| Graduation Day! Adam's Mentor!! Not a day went by without a story, experience, or kind word about this man. |
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| Principles of Leadership Teacher and Head of School (and basketball rival) |
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| "The coolest administrator" - You will be missed! |
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| A Teacher like no other - "I don't just love them for a year, I love them forever!" |
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| Our Maestro - what fabulous musical experiences he has given my son! |
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| His High School Director - so talented and full of energy. She saw his potential and gave him opportunities! |
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| 2011/2012 Coach - He loves this dedicated and encouraging man, coach, and friend. |
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| A Priceless Pic - 3 influential men that have not only taught him, but loved him |
No, it doesn't take a village to raise a child. (Hate that!!) It takes righteous, faithful, amazing people who care and love my child to help us, as parents, teach and train. Thank you, thank you to the scout leaders, primary teachers, piano teachers, coaches, school teachers, family members, friends, employers, seminary teachers and church leaders that have made this guy who he is today.We couldn't have done it without each of you!
Presenting....AHS Graduate - Class of 2012
Yes, we are thrilled for you and your accomplishments, but most importantly, we are delighted with the man you have become. We love you!!!!!!!
More to Come...but until then, Stick-to-it!
What a great tribute! Thanks for sharing. I am so proud of Adam and grateful that I have been able to see him grow up. He is truly a wonderful young man.
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