Graduation Time Come On!!!

Hi friends and family!

May 1st marked the last exam of my academic life! I am so thrilled to be able to to say that I am officially a law school graduate! Marcus was so supportive the whole time with his patience and support. I couldn't have asked for a better partner with whom to share this experience. Surprisingly, he showed up with flowers and pork rinds (lol!) just when I was waking up from my post-exam coma. His smile was so BIG and I could tell he was so proud of me.

Unfortunately, I was so overwhelmed with law school and wedding stuff, that I forgot to send out the announcements for graduation. I ordered them, but they probably won't be here and/or sent out until after graduation (yikes!) so, keep an eye out for those. We are doing things pretty low key with a fish fry and drinks at the Bailey House. I specifically asked for nothing big or fancy. I really just want to unwind with everyone and keep it light and laid back.  My wonderful Aunt Sherrill sent an entire case of wine as a gift for Marcus and I, so I'm sure we'll be digging into those as well :)

Graduation is on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at Lake Matoaka on the campus of W&M. Anyone is free to come as there are no tickets required for entrance. It starts at 2:00, but get there early because once it's at capacity they will turn people away. Feel free to email or call me for more information.

I love that this graduation falls on Mother's Day. It's so apropos as ever since I was a little girl she has told anyone who would listen that I would be a lawyer -- judge to be exact, but let's focus on one goal at a time :) She has always taught me that anything is possible and surely without her this would not have been. While both of my parents were instrumental to my achievements overall, my law degree is dedicated specifically to my mother. I share this one with you, Mom. I never would have made it without you. Thank you and I love you always.

Michele