Years of Memories:Precious Moments Captured
Today’s discussion on Memory Milestones: College Diploma Frames is brought to you by Church Hill Classics. Psst! Check down at the bottom of this post for an exclusive discount for my readers!
Two Graduations in Two Days
Where did the time go? You can see the memory walls above of my son (25) and my daughter (23). My son has progressed from baby to toddler to a student to a black belt in Karate to a DJ to a college student to a soon-to-be graduating pharmacist (that’s 20 years of school folks!) My daughter has transitioned from a darling little infant to a curly headed toddler to a student then a semi-pro ballerina to soon-to-be graduating graphic designer.
In early May, my two children will graduate within two days of each other, my son with a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) from Wayne State University and my daughter with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Bachelor in Hospitality Business (that’s two degrees people!) from Michigan State University. That’s a lot of accomplishments over a short life time. So a mother really has to think when considering what graduation gifts to buy them!
What gifts makes the BEST college graduation gifts?
When considering graduation gift ideas, I have the following criteria:
- The gift must be a lasting memento reminding them of their accomplishment
- The gift needs to be of high value but not break the budget
- Affordable enough that it can be incorporated into a bigger budget gift if desired (paired with a trip, a camera, etc.)
- Should be an item that shows the graduate how proud you are of them
- Should be an item that highlights the years of extreme sacrifice and when viewed over the years will bring back that feeling of extreme pride
I settled on college diploma frames for my graduates
Church Hill Classics sent us these stunning diploma frames so you could see the best college graduation gifts for my graduates. My daughter received a Michigan State University diploma frame. You will note it is double diploma frame (as Kelly will graduate with two degrees). My son received the Tassle Edition Wayne State University diploma frame. Both frames have Conservation UV protection and Reflection Control glass.
In choosing Church Hill Classics diploma frames, I figured that after all of the time and money spent by myself, their dad and them earning that degree, their diplomas should not end up in a drawer, forgotten about, or even destroyed!
Did you know that in a recent survey, The Motherhood found that nearly 70% of respondents never framed their diplomas!
Watch my children’s reactions as they receive their diploma frames:
Why Church Hill Classics for your college diploma frames?
Church Hill Classics (www.diplomaframe.com) is a professional framing company that helps graduates and families preserve and showcase those hard-earned diplomas with officially licensed frames. With all of their diploma frames handcrafted in the USA, Church Hill Classics offers an extensive selection of custom frame styles for more than 1,500 colleges and universities.
I really like this post and how you show off your children and their accomplishments. Today was International Day of Families and it focuses on education. Education is so important and congrats again to your kids. It’s been a year, and I bet you are still proud of their graduating day, A friend is graduating this year and moving. This would be a good keepsake for both occasions.
Sherry, Both my kids have their diplomas hanging! Whereas mine is stuffed in drawer. This frame made all the difference. Shelley
I’m glad they hang it proudly…they should. Good to know these frames are that nice. I have to buy a gift this year not for my child but for someone close. I want something nice and special. Thanks.
The diploma frames would make a great gift. They look really nice. I am currently studying for my BSW and can’t wait to see my diploma framed when I graduate.
Now that graduations are mostly over definitely the best gifts were the personalized ones. Even cards when they were written on with memories it meant more. This is true for birthdays too. Those collages would make great gifts in many situations.
I love framed mementos. They are so attractive when you find the correct frame. Church Hill Classics has some great frames.
Two Graduations in 2days is a feat & deserves a medal 🙂 I am sure it was more than worth it. Beautiful children.
This is really a great gift and well made frame for the college grad or even high school! Such a great idea and your daughter looks pleased!
I would love for my daughter to have this when she graduate
These are awesome. I really need to get a nice frame.
nice presents for grads!
Theses Pitchures are real nice
Great suggestion for the many Graduation Parties coming up! Classy, practical and unique!
Your son and daughter are beautiful not just on the outside, You can really see how wonderful parents you both have been , through the smiles and joys on your children faces.. God Bless.
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