He did it, he really did it!! Danny graduated from high school today! I am so proud of him! I can't believe my baby brother has graduated, I feel really old! For many people their sibling graduating is no big deal, but Danny and I are 12 years apart in age -- so him graduating makes me feel old!!!
But this has not been an easy road for Dan.... He has battled more than I can even imagine! Things have never come easy for Dan and he has really had to overcome some major obstacles -- but with much prodding, pushing, and love from my parents he has accomplished a big goal in life and NO ONE can take that away from him.
I can't say that there wasn't a tear in my eye when I watched him walk across that stage and get his diploma, Danny and I haven't always had a close bond (we are working on that and have gotten closer over the past few years) but even so I am incredible proud of him and his marking this milestone!
When we got home after graduation I gave him a big hug and congratulated him and at that moment we were both thinking the same thing -- "the only thing that would make this better if were Rick were here." But in my heart I know that he is thinking of Dan today. He is with us in our hearts and I know that he is diligently serving the Lord in Vegas.
Way to go Dan, I am so proud of you and all of the struggles that you have faced have only made you stronger! I love you!
