Just a lil update, a milestone in MY life.

[aviator]

This from my daughter Anjali. She is in Memphis, TN with her new friend and classmate who she shares an apartment with. Dad is so proud of his lil one. I post this here, even before I put it on my FB page, as yall have been part of her growing up and know her. She knows almost all of you deplorables here and asks about every one of you when I return from a "gathering".

Some updates about what I've been up to:
Yesterday, I started my first day at the
University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine
I am grateful to have this opportunity to pursue a career of lifelong service to my community and wouldn't be here if it were not for the combined efforts of my family, friends, and Baylor professors.
Given the current state of the world, it was rather uncertain for a while if my class would have the opportunity to engage in in-person anatomy lab or other in-person simulation activities. But, with some thoughtful consideration, our wonderful administration and professors have been able to ensure our safety while also making it possible for us to fully understand the inner workings of the body.
Even in my limited contact with my classmates, I am incredibly humbled and honored to get to work with such passionate individuals and am looking forward to what these next 4 years have in store for me

[Bmorganjr]

U should be proud sir!

[aviator]

Thanks Bill. It makes my chest tight. She can finally make it on her own.

[McFly]

That's awesome Mani! From her comments, it's obvious she's on Cloud 9 and excited about her new life in Memphis. You've certainly got a lot to be proud of & congratulations.

As a father of 3, I know firsthand about being a proud dad/parent. It's very satisfying as we watch our kids grow into adulthood & that somehow, by all accounts, we managed to do pretty good job raising them. That in itself, is something to be proud of... so pat yourself on the back Mani, you deserve it brother.

[802Mike]

Congratulations Anjal, our children are a reflection on us and Mani has done well.

I have two daughters of my own and couldn't be more proud of them. We sacrifice
a lot of things for our kids but it pays big dividends in the end. Myself, I gave up the
joy of riding motorcycles for eighteen years. We have no pictures of us traveling but
we do have albums full of our little girls growing up. It's a sacrifice I'd make again!

Make sure that tightness in his chest isn't a heart attack though.

[cabnfvr]

Congrats to both of you !!!

[justjoe]

I think I've said this before but I will take the opportunity to say it again. She is well on her way to being the best Dr. Ravee!! Love to you, Mani. And give my best to Anjali! Let's ride out there and have some chow with her in the coming months.

[Pittsdriverwes]

Congratulations Mani! There's a special proud feeling (and if I'm honest, a big relief) from having successfully launched your kid into the world and know that they're going to be OK.

[aviator]

You are absolutely right my friend.

[Kneedragger]

Truly incredible, Mani... congratulations to you and the family for raising such a wonderful young lady!!

[Capnrip]

Nice Mani. Congratulations to you both. Maybe she'll put some of us back together some day.

[PistolPete]

[EricM]

Congrats Anjali, and Mani you have every right to be proud my friend.

[MattB]

Mani, it's always great to see pictures of her, and hear that she's doing well. I really miss seeing her with you at the rallies. I'm a bit far for that dinner that Joe proposed, but please pass along my Congratulations to her.