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I Don't Want to Grow Up


Graduation... It's a weird time.  This past weekend was my brother's graduation from the University of Iowa.  He graduated with the same degree and in the same building at the same time.  It was a deja-vu feeling, walking down the stairs in my black gown and cap surrounded by my friends.  It was a very different perspective to be sitting amongst the parents, grandparents and siblings.  To this day it feels like I should have not graduated yet, much less my brother.  It was a great weekend overall, going to my favorite college bar, Brothers and Spoco, favorite restaurant, Mickey's Grill and seeing some of my favorite people! Iowa City you have been great and I will always cherish the memories made there and the many more to come.  Iowa City will always have a soft spot in the heart.


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