GO FORTH AND CONQUER...

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The sketch, above, 

was provided by Althea Sherman who,

 back in the early 1900's, 

wrote in her journal

 that the little house wren 

was a far cry 

from what I have depicted in past posts. 

 She described them as 

criminal birds,

 and frightful devils,

 performing evil deeds.

 No one agreed with her at first but, 

over time, 

it became known that

 she was exactly right.

  

Of course, 

we know that whatever they do 

is all in the name of 

preserving the specie

 but one thing for sure, 

she didn't say, 

is that they seem to be 

a very fickle little creature.

  They have left the nest 

for a second time 

here at the Cottage.

 We had high hopes 

of watching the birth of their babies

 but they had other ideas 

and now,

 whenever we sit on the porch,

 we can hear their sweet song 

coming through the trees 

from a great distance, 

reminding us that 

they have moved on 

once again.

This last week 

has been a great occasion 

for celebration.

  Jake and Jacenda, both,

 graduated from Santa Clara University.

  There were receptions and 

a party at Jacenda's house 

where her room mate's parents 

supplied food and drinks. 

 We were happy to be able

 to share in the festivities 

and to meet some 

of their friends.

Jake

Graduate Commencement

Santa Clara University

Leavey School of Business

Master of Science

Information Systems

Jacenda

Undergraduate Commencement

Santa Clara University

College of Arts and Sciences

Biochemistry

University Honors Program

With his proud parents

And his proud grandparents

There was a time 

when he pondered 

if he would ever make 

something of himself

Now Jake 

has completed his education 

and will have news soon 

of the next phase of his life 

and Jacenda

 will continue on with her schooling 

and you can be sure

 that there will be more bragging 

(from guess who)

 to come. 

 We are very proud of these two

 and of all they have accomplished so far 

and like the little fledglings,

 they will go forth and conquer.

  

There is a big future 

beyond our small world 

and it is there 

where their songs will be heard

 louder and stronger 

than ever.

...Judy...

You all did so good!

CONGRATULATIONS!!

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