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I am now officially Mrs. Representative Chris Edwards. What a day! We were up super early to make it here for the morning session. Simon kept his jammies on in the car and we dressed him once we got to the parking lot. He was not too sure about the whole thing. Excited that we were going to Daddy's office, but not excited once he saw all the people around. Once again, the video ipod came in very handy. A nice way for him to "chill" and experience something that is more normal for him.
During the morning session Chris was sworn in with the other Representatives. We got to sit along the side. Simon fell asleep on my lap before it began (which was a good thing), and I ended up laying him down on the floor in front of my chair. He was much happier down there.
The second session was the swearing in of the Governer. Lots of pomp and circumstance, but inspiring - especially his use of the word opportunity. We had the opportunity to sit with Chris on the floor this part. I took Simon out there long enough to snap a couple shots of him at Chris' desk and then decided that the side area was probably a better location for us - unpredictable behaviors are much easier to deal with from the side than when you are sitting right in front of the Governor, all the state-wide elected officials, past Governors, and current legislators. Again, the ipod is our saving grace.
After that session Simon headed back to Eugene with Grandma and Grandpa. I am hanging out here with Chris - enjoying checking out the capitol, chatting with people, and generally feeling excited about state government. It is amazing to think of the history of this place and all the people that have come before. So cool.
And can you spot Representative Edwards in this photo?
A good day. A long day. A proud day. A very proud day.
And now it is time to get to work.
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My word is ENJOY!
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Thanks for the inspiration, Ali! I love your blog!
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Wow What a great day for you all you must be so proud.
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HUGE CONGRATULATIONS, i really enjoyed reading about Chris' first day.
i understand how proud you must be.
so good !
take care
Love
Mimi
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Wow. I got seriously choked up by this. I LOVE to see people accomplish their dreams. It is so freakin' COOL.
Go Chris Edwards! A dream grabbed hold of you and you went for it! So, so, so awesome.
All my best. I know you'll do great.
And Ali, you must be so proud. Congrats to you. It is not easy to support your spouse's dream.
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Just visiting for the first time ever...wow...never seen so many comments! Just wanted to tell you that my father-in-law was a state representative for most of my husband's growing up years and Speaker of the House for several also. Those pictures remind me of the ones of my husband and his dad. My husband was very little when it all began and about 7th grade when it was all over. He says he VERY FONDLY remembers running all over the state capitol building and feeling so big about his dad. His dad was the only "yes" vote when the legistlature outlawed bottle rocket fireworks, just for his son, they were banned after that. I'm sure your son will enjoy the journey. Congratulations and many blessings! : )
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