it's about time

So it's been awhile...about two and a half months to be exact. Here's a little update on what's been going on:

--> Graduation: Zak graduated at the beginning of May with his Bachelor's degree in history. Zak's parents and my parents came up to Orlando, and Kerri and Charlie came down with Logan and Emma from Georgia. Graduation was early Saturday morning (Zak had to be there at 7:30!) and the processional started at 9. After a bagpipe-led processional, some speeches, and lots of names, Zak received his empty diploma holder! Yay!
The most entertaining part of the ceremony was courtesy of Logan. After standing up to sing the National Anthem with the entire arena, Logan yelled, "Play Ball!" It was cute and hilarious. Afterwards, we all hung out at the hotel pool and went to Stonewood for graduation celebration.

Zak looked very handsome in his cap and gown...


And Emma and Logan were adorable as always...


--> Moving Out: After 3 years of living together, Colleen and Becky graduated and the condo sold. Before they left, we had Jemma take roomie photos of us. As usual, they turned out awesome. Here are two of my favorites.



We had to pack up everything and move lots of furniture...it's amazing how much stuff can be accumulated in 3 years! Zak came up to help the weekend that Becky and I were moving everything out. I kept saying, "I don't have THAT much," but after two entire days of packing, boxing, loading the car down 3 flights of stairs, moving everything across town in several trips, carrying futons, entertainment centers, desks, lamps, and everything in between, I don't think he believed me anymore. It's all done now, and I am settled in my new home, living with David, Jemma and their 3 dogs, Coach, Vera, and Killian for the next 6 months.

--> Wedding Planning: We've actually gotten a lot done! On our week-long break at home, we looked at wedding bands, tuxes, florists, DJs, ceremony musicians, and invitations. It feels great to have all those little boxes checked off! Most of the big stuff is done, or at least reserved, so now it's on to all the little details. Planning is so much fun!

So that's about it...we'll keep up with this more as the next SEVEN months progress. Can't wait!

Love you all, z&j