This is quite an accomplishment because it recognizes Alisha for attending early morning seminary for 4 consecutive years. Back in my day, we only had early morning seminary once a week, so it is much more of a commitment for these kids that go every day! What impresses me the most, is that they do it themselves. I don't have to push and prod. They get themselves up, and get ready on their own, and by 7:00 a.m. they are for the most part out the door!
Seminary grad this year included that attendance of Alisha's grandparents who traveled to the city with us for the occasion. Alisha beamed as she received her diploma - a symbol of all the sleep she sacrificed for spiritual knowledge.
Here she shows off her certificate out in the foyer of the Stake Center.
I know that the Savior is as pleased with her accomplishment as her family is.
I love this photo. Her face glows golden in the setting sun that was pouring in through the door highlighting the sheer joy on her face. What a beautiful girl - inside and out!
I can't help but think of one of my favorite scriptures at times like this:
Truly, there is no greater JOY than to see my children progress spiritually. I am sure that Heavenly Father feels much the same as He sees us make good choices blessing and serving our families, friends and neighbors. I am also sure that his pain is equally excruciating when He sees His children turn from truth for then their joy is lost and his has turned to sorrow...
May we always walk in truth and be blessed with exquisite joy!
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