This past weekend many in our family gathered to celebrate my granddaughter Kate’s graduation from The University of South Carolina. After four years of dedicated work, she finished with wonderful grades, a host of friends, and one proud grandfather.
My son-in-law prepared one of his most famous meals to honor Kate: a traditional southern shrimp boil.

We’re talking about gigantic shrimp, sausage, corn-on-the-cob, and potatoes, topped with his favorite spices and tons of lemon juice, freshly squeezed by the entire party.
I am so proud of the mature and caring young woman Kate has become. Graduation days like we just experienced are what makes being a grandfather such a blessing.
Here’s to Kate!
That feast looks great, John.Congrats to Kate on her big accomplishment!
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Thank you, Cynthia. I think a gained about five pounds. I am, of course, so very proud of my granddaughter.
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Many congratulations to Kate and her proud grandfather
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Thanks, Christina.
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Congratulations to Kate. Hope you’re doing well John.
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Thank you, Suzie. We are doing well indeed in our new…now a year on…apartment. I miss the garden, but my back doesn’t.
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Congratulations to your granddaughter John. Hope you and your wife are well.
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Cathy. Many thanks. We are doing well. Can’t believe it’s been a year since we sold home and garden.
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Congratulations to Kate!!!
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Thank you. I will pass your comment to her.
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Congratulations! That looks like a wonderful celebratory meal.
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