POST-GRAD POST

Graduation was GRRRRRRRRRRREAT!!!!

I really didn't expect to enjoy it half as much as I did. I felt like a dignitary walking up with the platform party. Oh la la... that kind of experience will cause headomagly (enlargement of the head)...lol!!!

I was so nervous when I got on the platform and knew that in less than an hour I would have to give my speech in front of more than 1500 people!!!!

Thankfully, I didn't choke up!!! I gave my speech without totally freaking out. Note: I did freak out, just not as much as I thought I would.

Anyway people... here is the speech as requested by be silent.....

Graduation Speech (2007)

We are all children of a father who finds great joy in our achievements. To my mind, this knowledge is a source of encouragement to strengthen our resolve in forming a pattern of success in physical, intellectual and spiritual field.
In addition, the associations that we have developed within the walls of this institution are ones in which mutual benefits have been derived, thereby augmenting the proficiency of all stakeholders. And as we prepare to move on from this significant milestone where our mutual purpose characterized our sojourn here, let us be mindful that this reciprocity transcend all barriers that might otherwise inhibit our success.
Furthermore, the rich history and dynamic structural organization of this institution has in no uncertain terms helped us to prepare for the challenges that invariably lie ahead. We have developed strong personal relationships with faculty members who have offered their time and talents giving us great individual attention to meet those challenges. This has produced a tingling excitement in my brain with a yearning to explore other horizons in a quest to achieve greatness.
The token of our value and potential as prospective contributors to the development of society is amplified tremendously by the repertoire of experiences and skills we have garnered over the years. Think of all the activities in which we have all participated (clubs, societies, sporting activities, community projects, volunteer organizations, etc.) at the various educational institutions and in our homes that has equipped us with skills to impact civilization in a positive way. These skills can be implemented yielding generous results as we seek to contribute even more in uplifting conversations, rewarding transactions and record breaking negotiations.
I have grown to realize that a significant aspect of what transpires between a student and an institution which might seem abstract and figurative during the union, becomes more concrete and literal after the student grows incrementally in stature, advances delicately in maturity and increase proficiently in wisdom. I trust that this is the kind of paradigm shift which encourages the most pragmatic transfer of knowledge into useful applications thus facilitating the process of problem solving.
With all this in mind fellow students, I am inviting you to join me in a bi-lateral agreement, to represent our beautiful communities in which we live firstly, our soon to be alma-mater Costal Georgia Community College secondly, and last but by no means least, our expectant parents some of whom are sitting in this audience beaming with pride because of us. Let us resolve to extend ourselves to the best of our individual and collective aptitudes in our actions thoughts and the expressions from our lips. Not only to ensure the continued good name of all these institutions but also to make an impact on the advancement of civilization in whatever field we choose to hone and consequently practice our skills in the future. Let us resolve to raise the banner and wave the flag high to let the world know that we have come from homes where love abounds and nurturing is plentiful, and we are graduating from an institution of excellence where an atmosphere of concern for the welfare and success of each student is top priority.


I even said the big words right!!!... I think...lol

P.S. Another graduation related post coming soon...