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We Have a High School Graduate!?

We had a beautiful (hot) weekend to celebrate Caiden's graduation from Goessel High School! We put together a party in the shop and welcomed a lot of family, teachers, coaches, and Caiden's friends to our place after the ceremony. What a joy it was to see so many people who have made an impact on Caiden's life!  Caiden, we are excited for you as you move on to the next phase in your life and we are proud of the man you are becoming!

The Class of 2022

Caiden received his diploma from Pat.
Braden Unruh was the speaker for the event.

Awww!
Together since pre-school!
Not sure where Cambry was...

Ready to get that robe off after the ceremony!

Chelan put this little wall together!

Aunt Kathy lovingly pieced this t-shirt quilt together!

Cousins together (plus Ty's girlfriend)

Marcia and Karl Brubaker

Mrs. Gerlach and her kids, along with Tina
and Levi in the background.



Even Uncle Lynn and Aunt Sondra made it down for the occasion!
Mallory, Caiden, and Jake







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