Graduation...the behind the scenes story...

With Graduation only days away, finals taken and announcements sent, Caps n Gowns were sent home, awaiting the best day so far in 538 Willow Canyon HS Seniors lives...

Dowlin before graduation

Proud Mom and Dad

Living in the Valley of the Sun does have it's advantages...We have a lot of outdoor stadiums. Living only 5 minutes away from the KC Royals/TX Rangers Spring Training Stadium, this is where graduation for our district was held. As we waited in the 105 degree heat for the ceremony to begin, they used the score board to flash the graduates photos!


I had cheered and yelled for every kid I knew up to this point...All of a sudden my throat slammed shut and my eyes were flooded! I couldn't say a word. I just stood there and cried!
Dowlin Jared Taylor

coming into the stands after to find the family.

"Stop taking pictures Mom so we can go home and eat ice cream!"

Dowlin and Brandon
After the initial meeting in the Mother's room at the Olathe Stake Center, 18 yrs ago... and all of the years and moves - it was great to see Dowlin and Brandon both graduate together. Both are off to BYU - Dowlin to BYU Idaho - Brandon to BYU Provo -Where will the years lead? Maybe one day I'll post a picture of these boys 1st sons T-ball game, lol - Who knows? No hurry guys! Love ya!