In a few months I will have the opportunity to introduce my mother to her graduating class as she accepts a Master's degree diploma.
She has kindly asked me to introduce her, and although there is plenty of time to craft the perfect presentation, I decided to go ahead and write one while the inspiration- for whatever reason- flows.
I'll save this post as a draft until after the ceremony to avoid ruining the surprise.
I love you, Mom, and am so proud of you!
"This next graduate is one I hold very near and dear to my heart. Who, from long before I could comprehend that the world was bigger than my own home, taught me that I would never be who I was truly meant to be until all of God's other children- no exceptions- had the same opportunities to progress, love, and live in happiness as I did. Though a well-seasoned explorer, never I have ever met someone with such a fierce, unconditional love for all humanity- who demonstrates these attributes in thought, word, and deed. I am so very blessed to have had her as a mentor, friend, coach, doctor, personal driver and chef, teacher, spiritual guide, therapist, and above all: a mother. I can also confident that I am not alone- many here today have been blessed by her courageous heart and gentle spirit as well. With this introduction, I now proudly present to you the woman who gave me life and teaches me how to live it, Kirsten Hagen Kennedy."
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