I thought all of my kids had graduated from high school

When Lena graduated from high school I knew I had two years before my godson Jake would graduate.  Two years...where have they gone?  Lena just finished her sophomore year of college and Jake is graduating from high school next Friday night.  We are planning his graduation open house and I am happy to say that I have finished his photo dvd as of about an hour ago.  There is still alot to do and we will be busy doing it all weekend.  Cooking, cleaning and decorating are all on the to do list.  Jake's mother April is stressed to the max and cannot wait for it to be over.  I have assured her that no on is going to notice if the bathroom walls are not freshly painted.  Truth of the matter is that people hardly notice the things that you work the hardest on.  When Ashley graduated we did  a complete makeover on our house.  New floors, fresh paint, remodeled bathroom...and new landscaping.  I will say the landscaping was the only thing that anyone really noticed.  It was hot that day and the only thing people noticed was that the drink containers were empty.  I stressed for weeks over food, decorations, the house and the lawn and came to realize that no one really cares.  So, when it was Lena's turn I took a different approach.  I cleaned the house the day before the party, cleaned the garage about a week before and just let it all happen.  We so enjoyed the party because there was no stress.  Jake being my 3rd I am thinking it will be even more enjoyable.  It is just nice to be with friends to celebrate such a monumental occasion.   So congratulations Jake David Esposito.  I am very proud of you.  I know that  God has a plan for you and will guide your path.  Never forget where you came from because it will always be here waiting for you with open arms.  Don't be afraid to spread your wings.  It's a big world and you need to see and experience it all!  Most of all remember that you are loved.