White Coat Ceremony

This last weekend was all about Heidi. She has been dreaming about becoming a veterinarian her entire life. She has worked so hard to get to this end. The White Coat Ceremony is a convocation recognizing that she has officially started at WSU's College of Veterinary Medicine, class of 2015. We couldn't be more proud of her and all of her accomplishments. With a little over 100 in her class, she will have lots of support to get her through.

Putting on the white coat for the first time.

The future Dr. Heidi Talbott and her wonderful husband, Jon.

After the ceremony we all drove up to her very good friend's horse ranch in Moscow for a BBQ. What a great time we had at Paul's. We took a short hike up into the hills to a place they call "The Homestead".

Paul's dog, Dude.

This was the first time we were all together since Heidi's graduation (BS) about three years ago. Correction: Actually, we were last together at Heidi and Jon's wedding about 2 1/2 years ago. Photo credit goes to Monica, Heidi and Hannah's younger sister on their mom's side of the family. She did a great job!

After the hike we visited with the horses. The palomino is Heidi's horse, Major Day. What a beautiful horse! He is a little over a year old. She can't wait to ride him, but it won't be for a while yet - lots more work to do in training him and he needs to get bigger, too.

Garrett made some friends when he showed up with a plum.

Major especially liked the plum.

These next photos make me so happy. Heidi is working for and living her dream.

"Knight Major Day"

The beautiful scenery at Paul's ranch.

Both of Heidi's families got to enjoy this celebration and we are so happy we were able to be there. We love you, Heidi!