Those of you who have kids in the public schools or any school for that matter, know what stresses this can cause with parents. Being a parent ain't no easy mission. Well my youngest graduated early tonight. She hates school. I told her that she had to graduate, so she took extra courses and graduated early. Better than dropping out, eh? She just turned 17 last month, and is now a high school graduate. I think I'll have a shot of George Dickel.

Tell her way to go from the great white north

Great job Vic, and congrats to your daughter!

Awesome. She may not recognize how important your guidance is now, but she will appreciate it later in life. Good job, boss!

btw...your daughter is a cutie! no wonder you collect knives...I could see you doing a "chopper test" when the boys come calling <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Or...is it "sharpening"? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Thanks, Brother Dogs. Raising two girls by myself at my ancient age has not been a picnic. This is a huge relief for me. Kids nowadays are bombarded with distractions. It can get overwhelming at times. But Linda stuck it out and made it. Of all the commands, jobs, and missions I have ever had, getting these girls through school and on succesful tracks has been the most challenging thing I have ever done. Her sister, Bonnie is an intelligence analyst with the Air Force in Germany. I though she would never graduate, but she did. And without that diploma, options are limited. College is likely next in a year or so. I'm not worried about that. She will do fine if she chooses to do that. But in the Ross household, high school graduation is mandatory. Cheers! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Tell Her a HUGE Congratulations from Colorado Springs! I think she's going to Love College, even if she didn't like high school as much. It's a completely different environment, the people are different and it's a LOT more fun (it certainly was for me, what little I did. I should probably go back and finish up eh?)

You're a great Father Vic, they certainly got lucky with you! Keep up the good work

You are and ALWAYS will be such a wonderful positive influence in your daughters lives Vic. Seems like the other day Linda was starting High School! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

I for one am [censored] proud of your work as a parent with your loved ones. Hard??? I can only imagine. That smile and that simple piece of paper speaks volumes Vic. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Well done Linda!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bowdown.gif" alt="" />

Dad's job is never over,but that's why we love our children so much right?
You gave a lot to raise your girls so well and it will pay off forever throughout their lives. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Good Dad Vic. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

Peace.

Congrats to the both of you. You are right, without a hs diploma options are limited.

nice HD

congrats

Thanks all. Linda earned it. Now she has more confidence in herself. You can't "give" self-esteem. It just doesn't work that way. Yes, I encouraged her and occasionally gave her a rough time about completing work on time. I met with her teachers on a few occasions just to make sure we were both on the same page. Now she is ready to take on life's challenges. And she has shown me and herself, that she has the necessary drive and tenacity to succeed in whatever she chooses to do. It's a happy night for both of us.

HD You did good and stuck in there!

Once she gets her feet in the real world she'll consider college.

You'll just have to pay for it


Have two shots of George Dickel...

Congrats Vic and Linda