11 Jun The one where Jon steals the show.
My baby brother graduated at the end of May. I changed his diapers. I also cut his ear (once!) during a monthly haircut. In my defense, he’s wiggly. But we attended his graduation and cheered for him every single time he was on stage. You’ll see how many that was.
First, Jon and Sam (and a few others who obviously are not nearly
as important since they’re not connected to our family) led the audience
in a worship song (cool part of attending a Christian high school!).
Then his face was on stage without him, including his life verse.
This kid loves God’s Word and desires others to catch that passion.
Next, he was announced as salutatorian…
…and gave a hilarious, compelling speech.
Have you checked out any Ted Talks?
(Here’s a sample of one I watched about introverts;
I’m always trying to figure James out a little better.)
Well, Jon’s the next Ted Talk coming to a Facebook feed near you.
Check out the principal and class advisor in the background. Hilarious.
Then, he was awarded the James T. Wessing
Distinguished Character Award out of the entire class of 35 students.
And finally, he walked across the stage to accept his diploma.
“Hallelujah, I’m free!” he said.
(I swear I heard it.) 
Hugging Mom.
What else are sisters good for?
Hugging Dad.
Jon with Hoopie and Abby.
And with his oldest and best sister!
The Queen herself arranging people for the family photo.
All smiling.
One with Sam!
(Congrats to you too, btw!)
Aaand the goofball sister strikes again.
Can you spot her?
One with the ‘rents.
A handsome couple.
What is with all these crazies?!
Back to perfect.
And the lovely Grandma at the top of this tree.
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