Our CPA

Well, a few weeks ago, Vic, his parents, his sister and I all met in Austin for a weekend to celebrate Vic being officially sworn in as a CPA. While he received his license back in October and has been using his CPA status ever since then, they also have an official swearing in ceremony. So, of course, we all wanted to see him walk across the stage, get sworn in and do anything else to make this official since he worked so hard last year studying and taking those tests.

You know, it really is amazing to think that only a year ago, he was still in the middle of studying and at this point, had only passed 2 of the tests, I believe. He never stopped working and has the most dedication of anyone I know, when it comes to going for something he really wants. There was never any goofing off and while I do tease that I was without a husband for those 8 or 9 months, I am so proud of him and glad we got to celebrate in Austin.

Other than the ceremony that lasted about an hour and a half, we spent the weekend walking around downtown Austin, eating, and hanging out drinking cheap beer. Well, I actually just drank lemonade because it was pretty hot and humid outside! See some pictures from our weekend below...

When we met in Austin, we were all wearing the same color and very fun jewelry!
Jill, Janice and Steve awaiting the ceremony to begin. They did not have enough room for all of us; so while it looks like empty seats in this picture, by the time everyone was in the room, there were lots standing in the back and sitting in the aisles.
His walk across the stage....
The official certificate...
So, we got this great bumper sticker and I would totally put it on my car, but Vic would not let me. He promised we can find a place in the house for it...
And a family picture!
That afternoon after lunch, Vic, Jill & I headed down the street to the Texas Capitol.
That evening, we went to the Roaring Fork restaurant. It was pretty fancy! We ordered a delicious bottle of wine...and check out that food - it was definitely as good as it looked. Then, when we ordered dessert, the waiter surprised us with the "congratulations" on the plate!
Extremely proud parents who are so thankful their hard earned money no longer goes towards college tuition, CPA course fees, etc.

And, the weekend ended. But, it was a great one and it is nice to have a CPA in the family (another way to slowly work my way to being a SAHW (stay at home wife...) Just kidding! I love my job and do NOT want to leave...unless I have twins. Then, maybe. Okay, I'm getting ahead of myself here....