Matt's graduation

Matthew Charles,  I'm so proud of you for accomplishing this HUGE step toward your career! The past two years at SUU have been long at times, and definitely time consuming for you.  Not only were you putting so much of yourself into your school work, you were balancing working full time, serving in fairly demanding callings at church, AND we welcomed our favorite time consuming little past time right in the middle of one of your semesters. Jaden is so lucky to have you as a daddy, because no matter how busy you are there is always a little bit of time to wrestle and play. You've had to stretch yourself in brand new ways to fill all of the roles in front of you. You were a student, ambassador, first counselor, team leader, husband, father, CNA, provider, and now you're a graduate!! And a soon to be Critical Care Tech! (Hooray for getting into a new work environment! You are a sweetheart in the nursing homes, but I know this is going to be a much more interesting job for you!) Thanks for being such a hard worker, but especially for making our family your priority. We pretty much think you're the greatest!!  Love, Mom and Jaden. 

They asked anyone who had served the country to stand and be recognized when the swore in the graduates from SUU's ROTC. :)

The Keynote Speaker, Reverend France Davis

SUU's President, Scott Wyatt... who coincidentally was the President of Snow College when Matt graduated there with his Associates degree. :)

Mike C., Matt, and Jennifer

Matt and Grandma Wilde

He's kind of a hottie right? ;) 

Glimpse into the future? ;)

Mike G., Matt, and Vicki

Mike C., Matt and Jennifer again

Matt with his wonderful and supportive parents! :)

Left to Right: Mike G., Vicki, Matt H., Reed, Mallorie, Grandma Wilde, Matt, Jaden, Me, Jennifer, and Mike C.

Some great grandbaby bonding time at the Graduation dinner we did!

This is one of my very favorite pictures from the day. :) Cute moment between cousin Reed and Grandma Jen!

Grammie Marilyn, Matt, Me, Grandma Barton, and Grandpa Barton. :) Love these sweet people!

My dad, Mom, me, and Matt. :) 

This balloon saved the day for our grumpy little Jaden.