Congratulations, Francesca…
She started out with Amelia Bedelia…
and Madeline came shortly thereafter…
Her love for reading began at an early age
and continues to be one of her passions today.
Tea parties
and dress up~
remain two of her favorite hobbies…
She is a beautiful, young lady
with impeccable manners…
who leaves telltales signs
whenever she’s been in a room.
We’ve spent 18 wonderful years
building sandcastles as a family…
so it comes as no surprise
the beach is one of her favorite places…
She dreams of living in New York City one day~
so many wonderful memories
of so many special occasions
were spent in this city as a family….
Yet, the small town girl still loves to stroll through
the quaint, little town of Clinton…
A family vacation to Disney World
is where her favorite ride of all time exists~
…and even though we’ve experienced
our share of princesses at Disney…
none can compete with her beauty, her charm
and her grace.
We’ve never had to worry
about her making the wrong choices…
So it came as no surprise
she & her boyfriend, August,
are as perfect a fit
as a mouse is to cheese…
It’s hard to believe this little girl
will be leaving for college shortly
to follow her dream
as she begins her exciting career.
She
truly is
a parent’s dream…
and
if I had one wish
for my beautiful daughter
it is simply
to be happy…
“Be yourself
and live the story
that no one else can live~
the story
of your own unique life.
Be proud
Be confident
And most of all, be happy”.
~Unknown
Congratulations
on your graduation,
Francesca Mariona
We love you
to the moon and back.
xoxoxoxo
Photos courtesy: La Bon Vie, Old Whiskey and Lace, Sweet Montana, Pinterest
Congratulations to your sweet and beautiful girl, dear Lisa!
What pride and grace you must feel knowing that you raised such an wonderful young woman!!
A beautiful post, dear friend….
May she have much love, many joys, great success!
You are both so blessed…
Sending love and hugs,
- Irina
Oh this is splendid my dear Lisa.
If I missed being here when you posted, it was only because I was ASLEEP ON THE COUCH, catching up with much needed rest!
YOU are to be applauded. NO CHILD comes out and stays THIS WAY on their own. NO WAY. I may not have children of my own, but what I have seen as an educator, I know that kids are shaped by the love and EXAMPLE of the adults in their lives. She is BEAUTIFUL in face and form, and I KNOW that all of what has driven her to be her best comes from her heart and morals that she has LEARNED as well.
I LOVE that APPLICATION to date your daughter…..HERE HERE! Those guys out there need to take DATING COURSES and young ladies need to be reminded to NOT GIVE AWAY PRECIOUS THINGS TO SOON…ya know what I mean, don’t cha?
She has a sparkling career ahead of her. Her drive to take her this far will be necessary to take her further in the competitive world of art, but with YOU as her mentor, she will learn even greater lessons. Oh how you must be proud.
You are going to give a feast this weekend that will tell her how much you love her. ENJOY IT, I KNOW you will make it great, and know that I am over here in the midwest cheering you ALL ON!
LOVE THE SHOOTING STAR PIC!!! You and I love gifs, don’t we? LOVE LOVE LOVE TO YOU ALL my dear friend without WHOM I WOULD NOT HAVE MY FREEDOM TODAY!
Anita
Congrats Francessca. May all your dreams come true and live life to the fullest! Life is what you make it so be smart and enjoy.
Love Dawn
Lisa and Jeff,
You must be so proud of your little girl all grown up and now she’s college bound. I can’t wait to see Francesca use the knowledge that she’s found.
Francesca on your high school graduation, I’d like to stop and say, how proud I am of how much you’ve done to become who you are today.
Just yesterday you were in the nest, just learning how to fly. Now it’s time to spread your wings and head for the sky.
It has been four long years, but now the day has come. Your life is just beginning as your high school days are done.
For years you’ve dreamed about this day and now it’s finally come. Buckle in and hold on tight, your life has just begun.
Love always,
~Helen
Congratulations Francesca! Shannon and i know you will succeed in anything you choose to pursue. We wish you all the best in life and are happy we have shared pleasant memories with you in the past and look forwird to sharing many more great times with you in the future. Your mom said it all and we second that!! Love, Shannon and Lisa Grubbs
Hi Lisa,
Congratulations to your beautiful daughter, on her Graduation.
I know how very proud you must be of all you she is to you and all she has done.
Lovely post, and looks like the application to date … was a great success.
Best wishes to Francesca, for much happiness in the next chapter of her life and may all her dreams come true.
Have a happy week
Hugs
Carolyn
Dearest Lisa
What a precious time to celebrate Francesca!!!! I love all the photos of your lovely beauty! Enjoy my friend this time of celebration and love of family! Wishing you the best as always and sending you much much love from my heart!
xoxo
Kate
Oh Francesca,
High School memories will be just that – memories. The one thing I learned is not to compromise yourself or blindly follow others doing stupid things. Your Mom & Dad have raised you with excellent values. Follow them and stay true to yourself – you will have a tremendous life!
All our love,
Annie, Ron and Curry
Good morning, beautiful! I hope your plans for the festivities are going well and soon, you will be partying DOWN! My love to you and Francesca!! Anita
Hi Lisa,
Congratulations to your beautiful daughter, Francesca! Congratulations to you too for raising such a sweet, talented gal. I know she will do well in life because of the values you have instilled in her. Your post is a beautiful tribute to her.
Hugs, Barb
Congratulations to Francesca! What a beautiful girl! I know how proud you must be of all her accomplishments, her awards, etc. She will go far in her career…
What lies ahead for all of you is beyond thrilling (wink, wink!). I am so excited I could just burst, but I won’t ruin the surprise!! haha
Good luck tomorrow, Francesca.
May all your dreams come true. xo
i saw your comment on dear irina’s blog and wanted to come and congratulate your lovely family! your daughter and her boyfriend are a beautiful couple, well done francesca!
Good morning gorgeous and talented friend!
I just came back from my morning walk and got bitten by mosquitos!!! We had a torrential storm yesterday that left everything lush BUT RIPE for the bugs! Today we are cleaning out the basement to make it more suitable for a workshop. THANK YOU for coming by to visit my dear. I am thinking of you and cannot WAIT to talk to you soon! HAVE A GRAND CELEBRATION WITH FRANCESCA! You are going to have such a wonderful time!!! LOVE! Anita
Oh Lisa, your Daughter is BEAUTIFUL! The best of luck to her! If she has half the energy, motivation and passion for life like you do, she will CERTAINLY be SUCCESSFUL!!!
xoxo
Good morning ladies!
To mom: you are probably exhausted, but your hard work and pride in having such a great daughter will carry you through this day.
To daughter: Well done my dear. You have made your parents proud and now the world awaits every sparkle of talent you hold. Most of all, the sparkle of kindness and discipline, focus and creativity will carry you even farther. You have it, I can see it.
To father: HAPPY FATHERS’ DAY! YOU DESERVE IT for you have made a beautiful family….
CHEERS TO ALL! Anita
Lisa,
Congratulations to your beautiful daughter and to y’all as well. I can read between the lines and I see a mother’s heart tucked in there. Love fills this whole page and I just want to thank you for sharing it with us.
She can’t help but fly…you’ve given her beautiful wings.
Deb
Lisa dear, coming by to wish you Happy Summer!
I bet the party was just glorious for Francesca…
Enjoy the weekend, sweet friend!
Hugs,
- Irina
Dear Lisa,
Congratulations to your beautiful daughter. I wish her much happiness and success as she starts her journey down life’s path. I know from experience, it is bitter sweet. But smile and be proud, Mama! Each stage holds more joy and although it seems impossible, more love.
Your Friend,
Deborah
Such a beautiful post Lisa….the love you feel for your daughter shines through.
Lisa! Yes, my dear, I know what a busy month this has been…and I wish you and your family a most glorious, RELAXING vacation!
Enjoy every moment, sweet friend….
Sending love and tight hugs,
- Irina
HELLO THERE BEAUTIFUL! Oh no…having email problems????? I AM THINKING OF YOU!!!!
Oh how are you? I am feeling a little better but I coughed so much yesterday I pulled a muscle in my CHEST! I am helping Ruben with the prepping of my studio and we hope to paint this weekend.
A new deck is being built as I type and all is well over here…OH DO get your email back up….I miss YOU! Anita
LISA! I MISS YOU IN A BIG WAY!!!!!!! Is your email working????? I just saw your comment come up as I am now leaving the computer to go and paint my studio…FINALLY! All week has been spent on steaming off the old wall paper (two ugly layers) and with PAINT on top of that!
I am still hacking away with this cough and the heat has not helped me feel great. I will try emailing you…..Anita