We were able to have lots of family come and stay with us for his Graduation. Orrin's brothers Vernon and Jacob were able to fly in and stay with us for a few days. It was really fun for Orrin to have his brothers to hang with. I know it meant a lot to him to have them here.
Orrin's mom and his youngest brother and sister (sam & becca) also were able to come. They also brought some cousins with them (emily & steven).
Graduation was at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall in Portland. It was a fun venue and so beautiful inside.
During the graduation ceremony each graduate is hooded with the dental hood. You are able to have a mentor or family member who has been hooded before, hood you. Orrin's brother Jake had graduated a month before from dental school in Colorado so he was able to hood Orrin. I know it was really cool for Orrin to have his brother hood him.
(you can click to make it bigger)
Pictures of the Dean & Orrin's Dental Bridge: Broadway
Jake & Vern
They had a nice reception for us after the graduation. They had blocked of the road next to the Concert Hall and had a nice lunch.
Orrin and his good friend from school Tyler (who also graduated but had already taken his gown off)
Orrin's mom
Kyson stayed in the auditorium for only about 20 mins and then wanted to leave. Emily and Vern took turns taking care of him. Emily and Ky had fun walking around down town and even shared an ice cream cone before he fell asleep. Thanks guys for your help with him. :0)
Orrin's sister Becca
Wesley wasn't feeling good that day and threw up 10 mins before we were going to leave so Orrin's brother Sam stayed with Wes and Brad. Thanks Sam.
After graduation Orrin gave his family a little tour of the school and let them ride the Tram and check out the view of the city.
That night we headed over to the Rose Garden and had some dinner and hung out.
The boys playing Frisbee in the background.
A fun but crazy day.
We are all so proud of Dr. Orrin Lee Mackey DMD !!!
