Congratulations, John!

Congratulations to my little brother, John! He graduated from UT Knoxville as an honor student with a degree in Plant Sciences and as an athlete who lettered all 4 years in track & field. We are all so proud of you! He has been running practically since he was able to walk and on a track team since the 6th grade! Ten years of track & field - always fast, always competitive! And we went on many trips because of his talents! I know John might miss Knoxville, but selfishly - we are SO excited to have him home again!

John and his sweet girlfriend, Kirstyn!

Wilkes was so happy for Uncle John!

During a very serious (and quiet) academic processional, Wilkes yelled out "GO UNCLE JOHN!!"

Demontray and Marcus, two boys from the Open Hearts program, came with us to celebrate John's graduation! He's their "hunting mentor" and they wanted to be there for him! So sweet!

Here's my stalker pic. UT football coach, Derek Dooley, attended the reception for graduating athletes. John posed so I could snap a pic!

I have been terrible at updating my blogs lately. From designing Christmas cards to decking the halls, from graduation to working...we've been so busy! But I will make sure to snap lots of pics through the holidays and be more dedicated to blogging! Enjoy your holiday festivities!