One more thing...

Lately, I've noticed Luke partaking in the following activities: putting on chap stick, trying to walk around in Brooke's high heels, prancing rather than walking, carrying around purses, rocking pictures of babies in his chest...need I say more? Gentlemen, any suggestions on how to curb the trend? I'm thinking a father-son retreat (now that I have time), any other suggestions?

You can call me, done

For the first time I've decided to take the reins from my wife and make a post on the Andreason-Clan Blog. I'd first like to say how I appreciative I am of the many well wishes and congratulatory responses to my graduation efforts. Relatively speaking, it was only a Bachelor's degree, but it was still a grand accomplishment for me. One of my friends noted that he never envisioned me gaining a high-school degree let alone a college degree, and I have to admit I shared the same sentiment for many years. For those who don't understand why I would feel that way, pay heed to the photo below:



Long gone is the scowl, the flowing locks and the endless stream of profantities in front of my gym teacher after losing a meaningless basketball game. Luckily, I had a top-notch support system to help me realize what I considered an impossible achievement. More so than my personal efforts, the efforts of my wife, son, parents, siblings, friends, etc., should be lauded (now give each of them an imaginary round of applause).

Post-graduation life is in full swing. Brooke and I spent a wonderful night at the Little America (wonderful solely because of the view I assure you all). Brooke also bought me some new clothes (first time in three years) and for the first time in months I've been able to sit down and guiltlessly enjoy a book ("The Four Feathers," I highly recommend it). The job search is underway as well and so far we have some promising leads; however, in this job market we do not want to put all of our eggs in a few baskets, so if any of you know of some job openings, we'd be more than willing to look into them. Once again thanks for everyone's support and we hope life is being as kind to you all as it has been to us during these trying, yet rewarding past three years.

IT'S OFFICIAL!!!

It is official, I am married to a college graduate!! Matt has been working so hard for years, and now he has graduated! He looked so good in his cap and gown! Matt didn't want to walk, but I made him. I told him I needed proof that he is done, so he did it for me. I will say, the graduation was very boring, and they focused on the faculty. But, since I was so excited, it was worth it. Matt's parents and his sister Kaitlyn came to support him. And my dad came to support too, my mom tried, but couldn't get work off. That's OK, we are going to go to dinner with both our parents sometime. Afterwards Kaitlyn slept over and watched Lucas for us. We went to Skybox for dinner (where we sat by a NBA interm coach - Matt said most people wouldn't know who he is, and I already forgot his name. But he was a BIG man). Then we went shopping, Matt got some new clothes, and then we went to see Star Trek. Now, I am not a treky, but I liked it. I wasn't too excited to go, but it was good, I would actually like to see it again. Then after that we went and stayed at the Little America! It was beautiful! And it was so nice to be able to sleep in (to not be woken up by Lucas - since he is such an early riser). The hotel was supposed to be a surprise for Matt for his Birthday (which was last Sunday) and for his graduation, and for Mother's Day. But...somehow Matt guessed it. That's OK, it was still fun. Anyway, here are some pictures of Matt looking so smart and handsome after graduation!

Matt & his wonderful mother Sandi, & Lucas (trying to figure out what is going on)

Matt and Kaitlyn (Luke's favorite babysitter. We saw Kaitlyn again yesterday, and Lucas wouldn't even come to me or Matt. He had to sit by Kaitlyn, he had to play with her. If she walked away, he would cry. Lucas totally ignored Matt and I, he LOVES Kaitlyn)

My dad and Matt. My dad was Mr. Jokester that day, as you can tell by his smile. :)

Matt and his parents, Bruce and Sandi - what a wonderful support group for Matt!

I love my man!!