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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 Ali, you must be so proud. The last photo brought a tear to my eye - it's just wonderful and one that your Great Grandchildren, and beyond, will be very very proud of too, I should imagine. Congratulations to you all.
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Congratulations, and great pictures of the event!
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Congrats to your family. So exciting for you.
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Congratulations to Chris! Such cute pictures, and I love, love, love your jacket!
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CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for sharing this wonderful milestone!
All the BEST to you and your family!
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Congratulations to Chris. A well-deserved position, I'm sure. It's been wonderful to follow him as he realizes his dreams. Love the photo of Simon walking into the capitol building.
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Congratulations!!!! This is wonderful for Chris and your family!!!
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That's great! congratulations!!!
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Congrats. How very exciting!!!
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What a special day for your family. Congratulations!
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Congratulations to Senator Edwards and your whole family!
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Congrats!
and that last picture is so sweet. :)
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congratulations, Ali and Chris! So cool to see you guys as you go on this journey. Love how the photos captured the day.
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WOW what a great excitting change in your lives! congrats to you and your family Ali !! i love the last photo of Chris and Anna !! best wishes from CANADA !!
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Congratulations Senator Edwards and family! What an exciting time for your family. I know the people in your district have to be pleased to have you (and your family) as their voice in the state senate.
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Congrats to Chris. You look amazing in your jacket. Really graceful and lovely. Where did you get that?
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Congratulations.
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Congrats! I wish your husband Chris good luck in his work for the people in your state.
Thank you for explaining the terms for viewers outside the US. And thanks for sharing this special moment with us!
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Chris will be a fabulous Senator!!!! Congratulations to all of you.
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Congratulations Chris!
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