Thoughts on graduation

I never thought the day would come that Clayton would be done with school. It wasn't even a full year, but it seemed like an eternity. In order to be reimbursed by Intel for his school, he had to apply to Intel in Sept. of 2007. We had been trying to get pregnant for months to no avail. Didn't really think any thing of it. He applied to the MSIM program in January 2008. He was accepted in March to begin in June. Then in May we found out we were expecting Luke. It was a wonderful day. Then reality started to sink in. The baby would be born with a full semester left to go. I knew it would't be easy, but I knew that Clayton couldn't pass up the opportunity to go to school.

June 2, 2008. My birthday. And Clayton's first night of class. Happy birthday to me. And it was non-stop chaos the rest of the time. Being a school widow isn't fun. But hopefully it will be worth it.

Despite having a growing number of things to do at work, a calling in the EQ presidency and full time school, as well as having a growing family, Clayton did very well. Honey, I want you to know how very proud I am of you. I know I wasn't always the most supportive during this whole thing. Your intelligence and drive amazes me. And your willingness to make sacrifices in the short term to hopefully benefit your family in the long term is a trait few have. I love you very much. And I am SOOOO glad to have my hubby back!