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Title: CONGRATS TO BT65!!!!!
Post by: minismom on April 24, 2009, 06:56:49 am
On behalf of all the ladies in the PW forum, I'd like to congratulate BT65 on her upcoming COLLEGE Graduation -  Cum Laude!!! Yesterday was her official last day - cap and gown soon to follow.  She has served as an inspiration to me and many others here.  Overcoming insurmountable hurdles, she is a living testament of strength and determination.

I'm proud of you.  I'm happy for you. 

Mum
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Post by: Ann on April 24, 2009, 07:29:42 am
YAY BETTY!

I'm really proud of you too. I bet you never thought you'd see this day ten years ago.

I hope you treat yourself to something nice, in honour of your graduation. Wish we could all be there on the day to cheer you on!

Hugs,
Ann
xxx
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Post by: Texan38 on April 24, 2009, 07:45:21 am
CONGRATULATIONS! :-*   :-*

<<Huge HUG>>
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Post by: bear60 on April 24, 2009, 08:09:17 am
Betty
Congratulations on your accomplishment!  :-* :)

Hugs
Joel
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Post by: Assurbanipal on April 24, 2009, 08:35:09 am
Congratulations Betty!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmXW8NM-9Kc&feature=related
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Post by: Dachshund on April 24, 2009, 08:55:02 am
Fantastic Betty! I'm so proud of you. You're living proof that AIDS is only a disabilty if you let it be. What a positive example of being positive you are.

I love you.
Hal
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Post by: BT65 on April 24, 2009, 08:59:52 am
Aw, thanks you guys.  This brought me a smile this morning. :-*
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Post by: Snowangel on April 24, 2009, 09:03:33 am
Congratulations BT!!!! ;D ;D
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Post by: leatherman on April 24, 2009, 10:33:18 am
Congrats Betty!! What a great accomplishment! ;D

  :-* mikie
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Post by: rondrond on April 24, 2009, 10:47:18 am
Congratulations Betty.
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Post by: Robert on April 24, 2009, 11:33:50 am

congratulations betty.  A lot of hard work but commitment goes a long way.

robert
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Post by: Miss Philicia on April 24, 2009, 11:52:18 am
Congrats Betty.  I know how hard you've been working yourself for this.  It must feel good.
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Post by: aztecan on April 24, 2009, 01:44:46 pm
Congratulations and felicitations Betty!  ;D

This is quite an accomplishment and one of which you should be very proud.

You go girl!

HUGS,

Mark
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Post by: Oceanbeach on April 24, 2009, 04:21:44 pm
Dearest Betty,

Much love and congratulations!   ;D Have the best day
Michael
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Post by: Andy Velez on April 24, 2009, 04:40:28 pm
Well done, Betty! Lots of good luck to you with that diploma in hand. Enjoy your graduation day!
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Post by: Longislander on April 24, 2009, 05:12:11 pm
Awesome accomplishment!! Congrats~ ;D
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Post by: J.R.E. on April 24, 2009, 05:48:11 pm
Betty,


Congratulations to you !! I am so happy for you, indeed, a wonderful accomplishment !!


(((HUGS)))----Ray
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Post by: AndyArrow on April 24, 2009, 06:14:47 pm
Betty,

That is wonderful news!!!   Congratulations!!!

Hugs & Stuff,
AA
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Post by: cjc on April 24, 2009, 08:37:06 pm
Congratulations, Betty. You are a wonderful strong woman and I am so very happy  for you.   Love ya.    Cristy
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Post by: komnaes on April 24, 2009, 09:31:04 pm
Shaun is doing a happy dance in honor of our wonderful Betty.... ;D
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Post by: BT65 on April 24, 2009, 09:56:42 pm
You guys are awesome, just awesome.  This isn't anything anybody else couldn't do.
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Post by: Dwayn20 on April 24, 2009, 10:03:10 pm
Congradulaions Betty
Scooter
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Post by: Ann on April 25, 2009, 06:59:33 am

You guys are awesome, just awesome.  This isn't anything anybody else couldn't do.


Bollocks, woman! Don't be so damn modest. It's a fantastic accomplishment achieved despite the odds. You said, "damn-it, I CAN!" when so many would have said, "gosh, I couldn't possibly..."

You're one in a million and don't you forget it! ;)  ;D

Hugs,
Ann


PS - and not only did you DO it, you did it in style! I mean, cum on, you cum laude woman! :)

PPS - for those of you who are unfamiliar with the term cum laude:   Cum laude is an Latin term used to indicate a high level of academic distinction at the time of graduation. Along with other academic honors, it is used all over the world and no standard system governs how it is used; schools decide how to award honors on an individual basis. Typically, to graduate cum laude, a student must maintain excellent grades, complete a supplemental honors thesis, and participate in honors courses. In some nations, students who wish to achieve a cum laude designation on their diplomas must also complete a series of special exams.

When a student graduates cum laude, this is written on his or her diploma. Generally, students also indicate their cum laude status in applications to other schools and on an employment resume, since it suggests a high level of achievement.  source (http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-cum-laude.htm)
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Post by: BT65 on April 25, 2009, 08:39:33 am
Thanks, Ann. :-*
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Post by: Cliff on April 25, 2009, 12:31:05 pm
Congratulations Betty.  Good luck with whatever you decide to pursue and enjoy the moment, you've more than earned it!!!

Cliff
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Post by: AlanBama on April 25, 2009, 06:09:15 pm
Congratulations to you, my dear.  I am so proud of you.

I agree with Ann on this one, it is no small accomplishment, and one you should be damn proud of.

Love,

Alan  :-*
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Post by: anniebc on April 25, 2009, 10:32:57 pm
Hi lovely lady

Just wanted to add my name to the many who are so proud of you and all you have accomplished...from a proud pal in NZ.

Hugs
Jan :-*
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Post by: PeteNYNJ on April 27, 2009, 06:10:08 pm
Congrats, love :)    What a great accomplishment!
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Post by: fearless on April 27, 2009, 07:36:02 pm
Cum laude - now that is special.

Congratulations and well done, Betty.

You must, and should be, very proud.

ls
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Post by: northernguy on April 27, 2009, 10:50:59 pm
Congratulations!  A great example that I hope some of our new arrivals here will take inspiration from.
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Post by: OzPaul on April 28, 2009, 01:01:59 am
Hey Betty

That's wonderful news ! Congratulations  :D

Paul
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Post by: Ann on April 28, 2009, 07:31:14 am
Congratulations!  A great example that I hope some of our new arrivals here will take inspiration from.

Oh man, you ain't kidding! Our newer members probably don't realise that Betty's been positive for, what is it now, hun, getting close to 20 years? She also has various health problems that would ground most people - like having dodgy, very painful knees. (not hiv related) She's been at death's door a time or two. (hiv related) She's also a recovering addict. She hasn't wallowed in self-pity, she got out there and did something remarkable and I'm sure she'll continue being remarkable. She's an inspiration for sure.

(Don't hit me Betty! I'll shut up about this eventually, but I think it's important for people to understand just what a great achievement you've... er... achieved. ;D You deserve all this praise and then some.) ;)

Ann
 
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Post by: BT65 on April 28, 2009, 10:23:49 am
Oh man, you ain't kidding! Our newer members probably don't realise that Betty's been positive for, what is it now, hun, getting close to 20 years?
Ann
 

Yeah, it's been 20 years.  I'm not going to talk about the other health problems, though.  That would be saying "look at me!" and, well, it's just not about that.  And I know we're all at various levels of health.  But, we should never let being diagnosed with HIV act as a reason for our lives to stop.  If we do, then there's obviously something else going on besides just the diagnosis, that needs to be figured out.    About being a recovering addict........I realize recovery doesn't have the best odds.  The majority of people who get introduced to recovery don't stick around (which, of course, is sad, but reality).  It took me a few times (3) to stick with it, but it's worth it.  All the horrible withdrawals, confusion, guilt, pain etc. that is getting worked through is worth it. 

You all here are very special to me.  In the positive women's section, we all are a very close-knit group, and I'm so glad.  There's some extremely strong women on these boards (yeah, you too Ann), and I'm so glad I found them.  And you others as well (Hal, David, Alan, you others know who you are).  I didn't expect this thread, nor all the replies.  I just want to thank you all, it means the world. :-*
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Post by: Miss Philicia on April 28, 2009, 11:09:52 am
That would be saying "look at me!" and, well, it's just not about that.  And I know we're all at various levels of health. 

Oh dear, it's always about that in my book.
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Post by: BT65 on May 10, 2009, 08:17:16 am
Just a couple pics, so you all know I really did graduate. ;)



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Post by: Miss Philicia on May 11, 2009, 09:20:23 pm
Those grainy pictures are obviously faked.  They're almost like some sort of Stalinist revisionism.
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Post by: BT65 on May 11, 2009, 09:22:30 pm
Those grainy pictures are obviously faked.  They're almost like some sort of Stalinist revisionism.

Hey now!  Those were taken with my fairly new Nikon something or other camera.  One of my friends took them.  Those are the only ones I can maneuver small enough to post. 
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Post by: Winiroo on May 11, 2009, 09:32:05 pm
(http://www.cool-layouts.net/comments/cat/Graduation/Congratulations_Graduate_with_Red_Rose.gif)
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Post by: next2u on May 11, 2009, 09:38:14 pm
how the hell did i miss this??!???!

conGraTuLatioNs!!!!

most awesome bt. and thanks for the lovely photos. u look absolutely dapper in your mortarboard and gown. whats more impressive is what's underneath : )
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Post by: YaKaMein on May 11, 2009, 10:19:45 pm
Betty,

What sweet news of your great success!! How inspiring!
Mazel Tov to you and wonderful beginnings.  ;D
Will we see the pics on TMZ? -YaKa
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Post by: BT65 on May 12, 2009, 07:00:53 am
Thanks, all.

Next, if you only knew what was underneath, you probably wouldn't have said that. ;)

Yaka, I truthfully have never been on TMZ. :-\
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Post by: Ann on May 12, 2009, 07:30:52 am
Those are the only ones I can maneuver small enough to post. 

Hey Betty, if you send them to me, I have this really cool re-sizing software on my computer. I can shrink them and send them back to you. If you don't have my email addy, send me a PM.

Ann
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Post by: minismom on May 12, 2009, 11:24:52 am
I know what's under that robe - a warrior heart of pure gold. And, yes, it is quite impressive. :-*

Congrats again, hun!
Mum
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Post by: sharkdiver on May 13, 2009, 12:23:07 am
You look as gorgeous as ever! 

Congratulations on all your hard work.

Lotsa Love,
Sharkie
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Post by: anniebc on May 13, 2009, 04:04:51 am
Once again Betty congratulations, I love the photo's.

Hugs
Jan :-*
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Post by: MOONLIGHT1114 on May 29, 2009, 08:07:58 pm
Congrats to Betty!!  Woo-hooooo, you did it, GF!   :D
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Post by: aztecan on May 30, 2009, 12:27:51 am
Yep, I think this is definitely something to celebrate!

Cum Laude no less! YIKES!
That's Fantastic!


ECSTATIC HUGS,

Mark