A Proud Mom/Grandmom

I'm a bit tired tonight but I just have to tell you what a wonderful day this has been. Of course, every day is a wonderful day, but my family made it an even better one just by their presence. My granddaughter graduated from the big university next door so I had most of the family here spending last night; then, today, my daughters, their husbands and my youngest son were here for lunch and early afternoon. Also, 5 of my grandchildren and one soon-to-be grandson-in-law were present. This made for a great day. I just wish I had been able to spend more time with them. They left at 8 this morning for the graduation ceremony and returned before noon but I was unable to get home until after 12:30. Unfortunately, most of them had to begin the 3 hour trip back to their homes by 2:00 PM. That's the way it is almost every Sunday that they are able to get home which isn't often enough. I miss my son and his family who live 3000 miles away, but was thrilled when I received a call that they will be visiting this summer.
My granddaughter who just graduated with superior grades already has a job, beginning the first of June. She will be moving out of state so I probably won't be able to see her as often either. Her new home will be on our way to Florida each year, however, and we plan to spend some time with her then. That will be nice. I am proud of her accomplishments and look forward to hearing great things about all of my grandchildren.
I have to tell you that I received the most beautiful long-stem yellow, white, and pink roses, a very colorful impatiens hanging basket, shopping money, and mother's day card that really touched my heart. Wow, I'm such a proud mom and grandmom. I pray that you, too, had some wonderful experiences today.