for the grad

Where to begin...well, it all began a year and a half ago. He (my ultra motivated other half) started his 2 year MBA journey (which he finished a semester early) while working full time. Now this wasn't an executive MBA (nothing against those), this is a true blue MBA. It was hard. It was blood, sweat and tears hard, but oh so deliciously worth it. He's always wanted his masters degree since he was a boy and it was so sweet to see this dream realized on Saturday. I am so proud and happy for you Kel!
Kel's more than amazing family made the journey from Arizona. They loaded up their 15 passenger van with only 1 spot to spare (which was filled on the way home with their other daughter Becca who flew in earlier). I am in constant awe of Kelly's mom. I can't imagine driving that arduous journey over the course of a full 2 day period to just stay one day and make the 2 day trek back home with 13 children. Many of which have special needs. To top it off, she stayed up past midnight the night she arrived making these super cute grad outfits for my kids, took care of her 4 month old grandson overnight and was the first one up and showered in the morning. My theory is this, she is not human. :) I just know that she has legions of angels buffering her along the way. It is incredible. Thank you so much for coming, it meant so much to us.

Kel is the tallest in his whole graduating class!

He's basically a celebrity. :)
Grandpa M. and Beck
Grandma M. and Beck


3 of Kel's sistas.












Kel's brotha Chad and Beck.



Kel's aunt Holly, uncle Bruce and 2 daughters drove the 4 and a half hours to come too. Thank you!