…the more they stay the same. At least here in the Magic Dog House they do. Today The Boy got his first college degree. As of this weekend, he’s also a partner in our newly incorporated LLC. All of this sounds very dramatic, but in reality it’s been a slow evolution. He’s been contributing his talents to presentations, to typesetting and laying out books, and to developing data management programs for years now. We’ve just made it official.
Friday, we worked on client stuff. Saturday we played. Today we watched his online graduation. This evening he’s having his socially distanced graduation party–several folks he’s been friends with for more than a decade. When we moved here he was in fourth grade, and nine years old. On the day we bought the house I made a commitment: We would not move again until he was through high school, and possibly college if it was convenient. I wanted him to have a home town, a place where he had roots. We’d moved four times in his first nine years. I didn’t want to yank him up again.
So–here we stopped, and here we stayed. It hasn’t always been perfect, but it’s been very good in a lot of ways. And today? It’s pretty danged wonderful. My house and yard feel full of boys–bringing their wives and girlfriends now. Normally they congregate in the living room; today they’re outside, keeping their distance, and strengthening those connections that have served them so well. Happy Graduation, Patrick. I love you.
Speak! Good Dog! 
I’ve watched him grow up from afar. You’ve done a great job. Congratulations to you both! 🎓
Thank you, spurgin–
You’ve been a good friend and support over the years.
Wish you had a “Love” button, because I sooo love this post. Warmest wishes for a long and prosperous business association with Patrick, You are an incredible mom!
Thank you, Mary Jo–I’m so glad you love it. I’m feeling so very fortunate.
Happy graduation, and congratulations! It’s been a trip, watching you grow up on the internet. Proud to “know” you and your wonderful Mom!
I will most definitely pass the word on. And thanks for the “wonderful Mom” line!
Wow! That’s quite a week! So he graduated from college? What did he major in? Will he still play the tuba? Please give my hearty congratulations to Patrick and to you!
Yes, he graduated from college. Because of the way things worked out he finished his AS in March, and needs about one and a half quarters to have his BS. For the moment, we’re focusing on building the business and giving clients good service. Yes, once things open up I’m sure he’ll be back on the tuba again (another advantage to working the way we do–it allows him the flexibility to keep that important part of his life). I’ll pass on your congrats! How are you and the girls doing?