Props to my Pops



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In that crazy, best of times, worst of times way that life has sometimes has a way of dealing us, I flew to Montana the day Andi died for the dedication of the new Journalism building at the University of Montana that took place on May 11th. Since my father accepted the job as dean at the University of Montana's School of Journalism in 1999, one of the oldest J schools in country, he has been working to raise private funds for the new building for his school. He has had victories and defeats, all detailed to me through e-mails and phone discussions.

I was always excited to hear about the latest multi-thousand dollar donation, but to actually see the building inside and out, gives me a true realization of what my Dad's been up to for the last seven years (besides chewing on cigars and watching Jeopardy!).

I am proud of both him and my Mom, his lightning rod, for more than this building dedication, but for what it stands for -- new lives, friends, careers and achievements and a beautifully amazing place to call home -- Missoula, Montana.

Photos of the building and the event can be seen here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/echeevo/sets/72157600228443497/

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Montana Governor Brian Schwietzer spoke at the dedication. My smart sister realized he has appeared on "The Daily Show" with Jon Stewart.




Comments

Jamie said…
I voted for Brian and he is the rockinest governor ever (and that' coming from a Republican girl). He went on the Colbert Report to talk to Stephen about using Montana coal as an alternative to mid-east oil. Mostly Stephen ignored that part, but the guy has some grea ideas and is tired of the brain drain in Montana. Amen, my brutha. And congratus to your dad. I guess this answers my earlier question about whether he's in MT anymore. Cool.
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Brooks Brown said…
Not only are the parents still in Montana, they will not answer any questions about when and if they will leave. After my May visit there, I am really starting to see why although the jobs that pay half of what I make in Birmingham have been kind of a turn off. Can I just go up there and be a cowgirl?
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