Saturday, June 02, 2007

the end of the beginning

I've been counting down to this day for the past year and so it seems a bit sureal that it's here. Later this morning I'll say the osteopathic oath and have the degree of doctor of osteopathy conferred upon me - a simple step that stands between medical student and resident physician.

The shawl isn't done - a mistake turned into a garbled mess and so I put it down yesterday. It will be finished, just not in time for today's ceremony. I'm disappointed, but not surprised.

I've got new sock yarn and a set of bamboo needles ready to go for the (potentially) lengthy ceremony; the only caveat is that I've been talked out of taking it up with me to be hooded.

Today is here.

I couldn't be happier.

30 comments:

  1. Anonymous5:59 AM

    Congratulations!!

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  2. I've been following along for so long and I can't believe the day is finally here, Kristen. Be proud! Congratulations!

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  3. woo-hoo!!!!! ok, is it weird that i'm actually a little bit misty-eyed?!!!

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  4. Congrats!

    I'm looking forward to seeing Dr. Kristen soon. :)

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  5. CONGRATULATIONS!
    (Some things are worth a good shout. ;)

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  6. It is a long road, and like most of us delayed gratification folks, now you have to set a new goal since the many years long one is now gone.

    AND now you have to change the name of your blog!

    Congratulations. And may the good spirits guide you as you embark on this next section of maturing as a physician.

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  7. YaaaaaaaaY! Way to go, Kristen!

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  8. Anonymous8:32 AM

    My most sincere congratulations! It has been so wonderful and encouraging to get to see you get settled and now to get hooded! Have a wonderful day.

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  9. Sigh...it's so grand!! Mozel Tov!

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  10. Anonymous8:43 AM

    Congratulations!!

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  11. Congratulations, Kristen!! It's been a long, hard road and we are all so proud of you.

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  12. Anonymous9:48 AM

    congrats! it's a fantastic accomplishment!

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  13. I am so happy for you. Seeing people's progress "up the ladder" is inspiring for those of us below. Best wishes for your next adventures!

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  14. Anonymous10:04 AM

    Wow. Do we have to call you Doctor Kristen now? (just kidding)

    Congratulations. I'm so glad it's over and you can start the rest of your life.

    Skál!

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  15. Yipee for you, amy the day be fabulous and the ceremony not too long... Congrats

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  16. Anonymous10:54 AM

    What a wonderful accomplishment! Cingratualtions, and best of luck with the next phase of your life!

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  17. But...what will you rename the blog???

    Nice work, Doctor.

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  18. Anonymous3:37 PM

    Congratulations! That's awesome.

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  19. Anonymous6:59 PM

    Congratulations.

    Just like the shawl, it's the process. This is just a signpost on the road.

    Bravo!

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  20. YEE HAW!!! I'm so glad that there will be a sock there to share the day with you :)

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  21. Congratulations, Kristen!!!

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  22. Congratulations! At long last.

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  23. Wow, congratulations! :)

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  24. Anonymous10:04 AM

    Congratulations! How exciting and unbelievable! It must feel a little surreal, but good too!

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  25. Many, many congratulations!!!!!

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  26. Anonymous5:15 AM

    Congratulations, Doctor!

    I love seeing all the kitty pics and paint sample pics.

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  27. Anonymous6:52 AM

    If the 15th letter of the alphabet had feet, what would it be? A "Standing 'O'"! (Joke courtesy of my boys.) The heartiest of congratulations to you!

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  28. Congratulations Dr. Kristen!

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