You’ll be talking about this day forever. I know because in my family we still laugh about the rain, the songs being off pitch, the great stories people shared and of course, that moment of my child walked across the stage in the cap and gown and me standing and cheering.
Here are some suggestions for making the most of this special day:
- Carry extra Kleenex. I passed out cotton handkerchiefs to my immediate family while we were waiting for the ceremony to begin.
- Bring throw away cameras and give them to others so you can simply enjoy the moment and not be in charge of capturing it with photos and video.
- Bring snacks for sure.
- Give short specific stories while toasting the graduate. Share memories and future hopes for them. Even if you are shy, gear up and do it. They will remember and appreciate you. You will too.
- You could gift everyone at the celebration meal with a photo, or CD of one or two songs that has upbeat words about the day. I gave HEAVENLY DAY by Patty Griffin. I knew the graduate loved that song.
- Make it happen–a group photo. Put someone in charge of that detail.
- Dance. Sing. Even if you never do that, do it for yourself and the graduate. You don’t get this day back. Go for the fun.
- If you can’t stop crying which might surprise you, start counting everyone around you who is holding a camera. It shifts you. Tears are good. Tears all day, not so good.
- Embrace everyone. Your ex-partner and their family are all part of who the graduate is today, even if you never witnessed that.
How did you (or will you) celebrate your child’s graduation? Share your story or advice below!
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