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On May 31, 2008 Alex walked across the stage at the State Theatre in downtown Cleveland, Ohio and received his high school diploma. Although this past year was a tremedous challenge for Alex and Rich and I, we made it through the highs and low however May 31st was a HUGE HIGH. My mother traveled in from Detroit, a mere 3 hour drive. Although without the support of my cousin Kayla to drive her in she would have missed out on seeing Alex graduate. Kayla gave up her time to drive in (even with the cost of gas at almost $4 per gallon) leaving her husband for an overnight stay with our family. Having my mom join us was very special as Alex now only has one grandparent and after losing Rich's mom in December he has felt an even stronger need to connect with his Baube. Steven, my oldest join us for the weekend too. Taking time out of his busy schedule. As many of you know he and some buddies have launched a new company - rogomo.com / please feel free to visit the site and use his se...

2007 ended with Alex being accepted at Akron U and into the School of Music. Some said he would never make it in high school and yet he has proven the doubters wrong, he is on his way to a career in music and communications. If Alex has his dream come true he a professional vocalist, watch for his Plantinum Album. Alex was able to share his good news and fortunate with his grandmother just weeks before she died. Alex and his Gran had a very special relationship. She worried about him and how his Autism would affect his life but she did see the potential behind the clouded eyes. 2007 was a good year for us, Rich is still working at what e likes to do, teaching and directing the Computer Technology Department at Vatterott College. He is still repping Epson Printers on the weekend and we are growing our photo business, Memories-2-DVD.com I am very happy working at Bryant & Stratton College, I am the High School Admissions Rep and it is very rewarding! I tease my co-workers, I am...