Molly McMBA

Thankfully the Mother's Day snow soon melted and Spring temps returned in time for a gorgeous graduation day for Tante.  She graduated today with her MBA from the University of Colorado.  This is an amazing accomplishment for anyone but to do it while working full-time at a professional job was all the more impressive.  Her good friend Sara and I helped with the location and decor while her parents treated all to some yummy food and signature cocktails.  Of the many parties I've hosted or helped plan this Spring, this was the most fun and thanks to Sara's incredible graphic design skills, turned out the best looking decor.

Lots of friends and family turned out for the celebration after the ceremony on the lawn of the Tivoli in Denver.  Molly reported that she had a great time and felt very loved and is off to St. Kitts to relax and celebrate her accomplishment.

The graduate and her proud parents

 

 

 Grandpa Ed and Grandma Betty

3.5 Masters degrees

 

 Molly's friend Marie started the program with her but left for a job in Austin.  She'll be able to complete her MBA online in the next year or two.  She made the trip to celebrate with her 

classmates :)

 

 Ben would say, "Um...I think that's everybody."

Time to party.........

Nice to have an engineer for a brother-in-law.

the girls.....

the boys.....

.....and Grandma. ;)

being Fierce!!!

LoDo's executed the party perfectly and were gracious hosts! We will go back.

Prior to the day, Molly commented repeatedly that this was her "wedding" as she'd never be getting married.  Ryan obliged with her spring fling "wedding cake."

 More decor.....

Sara, Molly and I celebrating success on many fronts. :)

Big thanks to my mom and Marty for hosting the delicious food and drinks!

This day wouldn't have happened at all without Sara's dedication and meticulous planning-THANK YOU!!

 *Ben's cousin Ian had his birthday party today and Nana and Papa happily took him.  We had arranged a sitter anyway as long graduation ceremonies and active 3 yr olds are sure recipes for disaster.  It was a perfect day for all of us and it was especially nice to celebrate without distraction.