Fast Forwarded

I very specifically remember the day we took Ryan to school in Fayetteville for the first time. It's been a very fast (for us) four years and I can't believe we just witnessed his commissioning and graduation!  What has he done in 4 years?

1. Bull pen catcher for one year with the Razorbacks
2. ROTC military science classes and physical training all 4 years
3. Played baseball in the Dominican Republic for one summer with Athletes in Action
4. Shoulder surgery and recovery
5. Lived in an apartment with 3 great friends for 2 years
6. Met, dated, and married Katelyn
7. Was discipled and led a life group with his church in Fayetteville
8. Went to Burundi, Africa, on a ROTC mission during one summer
9. Went to over 5 other SEC stadiums for football games with the university and 2 bowl games
10. Stayed in touch with his family and was intentional to build a relationship with his younger siblings
11. Received a degree with 3 majors: Spanish, Sociology, and Criminal Justice

Of course, there's more, but the boy has turned into a man and now has a job until he's 30 with the US Army! Katelyn is a super-smart gal who got her bachelors degree in 1 year and her masters this year. They both celebrated graduations this weekend and I'm SO VERY PROUD AND THANKFUL to have been a part of it all!