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by: MarilynAndersen
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Spring has sprung, and that means one thing - Graduations! This ceremony was once reserved for high school and college graduates. And the ceremonies themselves were often quite long and formal. But now, they are in every school and for every age. The caps and gowns are being prepared as students say good bye to an old era and hello to a new one.

So today we'll see children graduate before they ever get to the first institutionalized school. If it's a preschool graduation, it could be a very simple affair. Something like a picnic in the park or cake at home. If you get creative, perhaps you'll construct something out of paper for a hat or use some construction paper for a diploma.

I have a daughter who will be graduating from elementary school soon and moving into middle school. Unfortunately both schools are in the same building so there isn't actually a graduation planned by the school. But she's changing - all grown up as she thinks of herself. No more play dates for her - she's setting her sights on trips to the mall and movies with her gal pals. While I enjoy seeing her grow up, I miss the innocent child that is left behind.

By the time high school graduations come around, our childhood really has been put away. It's a bittersweet time where we are sad to leave some of our friends behind but we are also excited to move forward. In some ways this is clearer to us when we get older - just how much our lives changed at that moment. One of the cool things I do remember about that graduation was getting a lot of presents. Everything I needed for my dorm room in college and even some cash.

And the most formal of all are the college and post-graduate graduations. I suppose that's fitting since these degrees require the most dedication and sacrifice on the part of the students. Remember my little brother - the preschool dropout? He has since earned is doctorate degree and now wears a beautiful gown and hood as he attends graduations at the university where he is a professor. Who would have thought that would happen?

All graduations should be attended and supported in your child's life. Help them understand that change is a part of life and that by successfully completing another chapter in their life is a bit accomplishment - a measure of success. That pride will support them for the rest of their lives.

About the Author

Marilyn works for EyeCandyGift.com and recommends their fine assortment of graduation gifts which include business gifts, and lockets. Discover more great marriage presesnts including unique wedding favors.

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