We had a busy week in my family last week. #1 son graduated from architecture school in Ft. Lauderdale. It’s a five year degree and they have one year of graduate level classes. They don’t get a master’s degree though- how odd is that? Anyway, #1 son was one of only 4 of his graduating class of 30 to get an award. His was a research award for graduate level thesis work. He got a certificate and a book for the award. The spouse and I, along with my mother, traveled down to see the awards ceremony and the graduation. This is the kid most like me- driven and type A.
In the meantime, #2 son stayed home with my father as he had to take his Advanced Placement tests for this school year. He’s a junior in high school. He got his ACT scores this week- he made a 30 overall with a 34 in the English section- this score is in the top 98% in Fla and 96% nationwide- but guess what? He’s not satisfied. He wants to take it again. To get at least a 34. Geez. 36 is the best you can get. What the heck is the deal? His 30 would get him in anywhere he might want to go. AND this is supposed to be my laid back kid. Who is this boy?
And lastly, migraine. I hate and despise migraine headaches. I’ve been cursed by them my whole life and got hit with a whammy of one while down south for the graduation. I missed one of the celebratory luncheons but decided I couldn’t or should I say, shouldn’t, embarass the kiddo by vomiting in front of the whole restaurant so I stayed at his apartment and lolled about. I absolutely hate it when these things hit. They’re debilitating and make me miserable. Crying does no good but I always seem to think it will. I had to get on a plane home with it and that was awful, too. When I got home finally, as I staggered out of the airport, one of my favorite local policemen was there at the security gate. He hugged me and was nice enough not to tell me I looked like the hell I felt. LOL! Gotta love friends that let you keep the delusion!
Everything has settled down now and I feel better. Looking forward to the weekend, though! 
Jillian Chantal 
Congrats on #1 and #2 sons’ success! I’m so sorry about your migraine, but you did a great mom thing. I hope you feel better!
By: danicaavet on May 10, 2011
at 8:21 am
Thanks, Danica – they are great kids! Thanks for the well wishes!
By: Jillian Chantal on May 10, 2011
at 8:44 am
Yay! Yay! and Ouch! I’ve heard migraines are horrible. I had a headache with the flu in March that I found totally debilitating. I couldn’t do anything but wallow in my misery. And still, I knew it wasn’t as bad as a migraine. Ugh! What a tough thing to have to travel with.
At least your sons offer a ray of sunshine, eh? Congratulations to both of them for their successes. I’m sure there will be more to come.
By: Laurie Ryan on May 10, 2011
at 9:41 am
Migraines are the bane of my existence. I’ve gotten them my whole life but I thought I was just about too old. LOL! Hadn’t had one in a long time- this one made up for it.
My kids are really doing me proud this month! AND always, really. They are really fun people, too.
By: Jillian Chantal on May 10, 2011
at 9:55 am
Congratulations it’s times like these that make up life. And, you have so many more in front of you.
Sorry about the migraine. I’ve had some and you’re right about not wanting to risk throwing up.
By: Lavada Dee on May 10, 2011
at 11:48 am
Thanks Lavada! I agree about life’s moments and also not wanting to vomit. LOL!
By: Jillian Chantal on May 10, 2011
at 1:19 pm
I’m so sorry to hear about the migraine. My friend suffers from them so bad. I feel for you. Make sure you get plenty of rest.
By: Ciara Knight on May 10, 2011
at 9:57 pm
Thanks Ciara! I’m much better now –
By: Jillian Chantal on May 11, 2011
at 7:03 am