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Yesterday we went to the Oregon State Capitol for Chris' swearing-in ceremony as a State Senator.
Chris was appointed to fill this seat by the local County Commissioners after Senator Vicki Walker was appointed to chair the Parole Board. It's been busy and exciting around here as he went through the process of seeking this appointment.
For those of you outside the US, this is the elected body that makes laws and sets budgets in our state (Oregon). We also have a National Congress that meets in Washington DC. They make laws for the entire United States. Each state has their own branches of government that mirror the set up at the national level.
Chris moved from the House of Representatives here in Oregon where there were 60 members to the Senate where there are 30. Chris represents somewhere around 115,000 people.
Simon walking in to the Capitol building in Salem.
Governor Kulongoski presided over the swearing in (he's the same Governor I have written about before) and both Chris' and my Mom were able to attend.
Simon was most excited about the cake of course.
Loving this little family of ours and I am so proud of Chris.
And one of my favorites that will be enlarged and framed.
For those of you interested in picking up one of the September Cocoa Daisy kits they are now available here. See my examples using the kit here.
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Congratulations to Chris. May he serve the people of Oregon and the country well, and remember that the people he serves are counting on him to be fair, just and honest.
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Congratulations to Senator Edwards and his family! I simply adore the photo of Anna and Chris. And, oh my, but does Anna ever look like your mother on this photo. Come back to PA soon.
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1. You look just like your mom,
2. Your daughter looks just like you.
3. I sure hope you get a multi-generational girls photo session done.
4. and I agree with Simon, that cake rocks.
5. Your family is simply adorable.
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Congratulations to your whole family!
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Congratulations Edwards family!!
what a wonderful celebration.
and yes...enlarge it and frame it up!
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Congrats to you all...
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Congratulations to Chris & your whole family. Love the picture of Chris & Anna!
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Congratulations! What a great family shot.
Love your jacket also!
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what a wonderful accomplishment for chris!! and those photos... they are priceless! Thanks for sharing an everyday glimpse into the edwards' family!!!
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that last picture is precious. Congrats to Chris and your whole family!
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I am so happy for your family, Ali. Congratulations to you all.
K.
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Congratulations to Chris and your family. Your pictures are beautiful. I keep thinking that Anna looks a lot like your mom! :)
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Congrats! How incredibly exciting and wonderful for your husband and for your family.
The pic is absolutely priceless.
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Wow, you must be so proud!!!
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What a wonderful way to spend a day. I can only begin to fathom the pride you all felt. May Chris' wisdom grow as he helps guide your state. Thanks for sharing this glimpse into your lives.
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Senator Edwards has a nice ring to it! Congratulations Chris. You are all so blessed, and so pleased for you all to be able to be achieving your dreams, good on you all for getting out there and chasing them, as well as for supporting your community and now your state. Love the love between Chris and Anna in the last shot. You capture things so well.
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Congratulations to your family, especially Chirs! What great picture of Anna and her dad. It reminds me of the picture of JFK jr. peeking out of the president's desk. That is a priceless picture.
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Congratulations Ali!
You must be extremely proud. What an exciting adventure.
(I'm taking your class in Oct-Dec, and I can't wait!)
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Best Wishes to your entire family. I know how proud you must be. Chris will do a wonderful job!!
The pictures tell such a beautiful story.
Much happiness to all!
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The last picture... SIGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
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