So Emily is all graduated from high school! What a bittersweet day that was for me. I really thought I would spend the day in tears, as sentimental as I am, but I had no time for tears, never mind any time to think about what was actually taking place that day! I barely remember seeing her get her diploma, and then BAM! It was over. 12 long years in school, getting prepared to go out into the world with all the knowledge gained, and it is over with the handing over of a diploma, that I dont even remember seeing her get! Wow! Thank goodness for the invention of the camera.

She leaves in two weeks for Basic Training. Is she ready for that? I know I'm not! What a way to grow up quick! I am thinking the next time I see her, in September, she will be a totally different person with an attitude adjustment. Not a bad thing, Lord knows she could use a new attitude at times. I am not ready to let go, but the choice is not mine, now is it? Life in the house will be strange without her. She keeps me on my toes and keeps my mind sharp with worry and stress!

Sunny Boy will still be home, thank goodness. Hopefully, he will remain the person he is, and keep the house stress-free!

On another note, today is Oreo's (my dog) 9th birthday. We let him have some extra treats today and we brought him in the car with us every time we left. What a great dog he is. The smartest dog I ever saw. And no, I am not being prejudiced. He is truly the smartest dog. Happy Birthday Oreo! And Happy Birthday tomorrow to mom. 69 years young.