As Far As I Can Tell

My brother Isaiah graduated today from the University of Michigan with an undergraduate degree from their architecture program. Along with the diploma he ranked top in his class and won numerous awards based on his projects, including first place in a prestigious contest earning him a huge cash prize and getting him a job offer. He’s worked ridiculously hard these last 4 years to get where he’s at, and deserves every bit of it. Good job Isaiah.

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This last weekend was such a strange mix of emotions, going from a funeral home, to a rainy cemetery, to a graduation ceremony. I’m exhausted from it and emotional spent. Hundreds of people came to show their respect for my Grandma and our family. It was amazing to see how many lives she had touched — how many people one life can be connected to. I wish there was more I could do now for my Grandpa and Mom. They’ve spent every moment in the last year caring for Grandma. My Mom is so amazing for the way she’s taken care of both her parents as they need it. I can only hope to be that good of a son one day.

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On a much lighter note I’m now in the final countdown until I leave for Europe. May is here, mushrooms will be growing, lilacs will be blooming, and mopeds will be ridden. I get to talk to Meredith on the phone tomorrow for the first time in nearly a week. It seems like so much longer than that.