So, overnight, I am a "Senior"!? Still absorbing that one... thought I had until late August to take on that responsibility. Now I need to find a Thesis Advisor and an Internship.
Phew.
But before the seriousness sets in - we had a HUUUUUUGE Block Party at CCS today to celebrate our 10 Year Anniversary. It's a very young school. Here's a ton of photos to show you what you missed. ;-) I won't make a lot of comments because I'm exhausted and very hungry.
Was fun to add to others' drawings! I added myself riding the dragon. The finished pics were then taped to a wall and anyone could take what they liked.
These customizable cardboard PinBox 3000 pinball machines were SO cool!
I had been fretting that I didn't have much cash on me - when I was asked if I could do an impromptu commission for a Mother's Day Card! The girl wanted a cartoon of her mom driving a mower...
And I suggested she get the incredible lettering artist to write the sentiment parts.
With my new wealth (I thought about making a sign that read "will cartoon for food") - I bought a piece of hot, flatbread pizza, this great comic just published by students at CCS... [When I Returned features stories about local Veterans, you can download a copy too]
... and "Toonies" t-shirts for me and Lilah.
Today was also Free Comic Day, so there were tons of cool comics being distributed...
And Jon Chad (one of my teachers) was signing copies of his Science comics. I got one for me and one for Lilah.
And the VERY BEST... Ed Koren (New Yorker cartoonist), Steve Bissette (my teacher, Swamp Thing/monster cartoonist genius), and James Sturm (co-founder of CCS) did a Monster draw-off!! As James was walking over to stick the finished piece to the wall - I snatched it up!
Then I got all three of these super famous cartoonists to SIGN it! Ah, heaven. :-)
4 comments:
Happy graduation!
Looks like a fun celebration! Now you take on the mantle of a 'senior' and all that that entails -- you can do it! What fun it has been to go to CCS vicariously this year. All the fun/none of the work or sleepless nights
Sandy - first, congratulations on completing your year! I know it was scary and hard, but I am so glad you were able to spend as much time as you could with Lilah. It is hard when you have to share her. The love between you is strong and you are giving her indelible memories. Don't beat yourself up - I've learned this the hard way, and at 64 am nearly coming to embrace the Me that did her very best.
I bought the When I Returned cartoon book. Thank you for sharing the link. My husband suffers from complex PTSD as a result of Vietnam. He is finally getting help from the VA in Port St Lucie FL. I was deeply moved by the stories. The fact the students cared enough to respectfully share the stories is a testament to the goodness of people who are still here in this crazy world we are living in at the moment. The Veterans must have felt that goodness because it is hard to share those memories that have been locked up inside.
I know you will go into next year inspired, and with the talent, enthusiasm, and energy you mustered this year. Let us know if you are doing another fundraiser for your senior year!
You will triumph, I just know it! You will rise above the legal stuff, you will do well in class and you will continue to be an amazing, encouraging example to your two wonderful children; just know you are imprinted on their hearts and minds and you will never be away from their side because they carry you in their heart.
Hugs and love Jakki
COWABUNGA! LOVE that you shared your victory so FUNderfully. Enjoy your summertime BIGTIME! XO :) Jean
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