A second list.

After surviving my first week of "vacation" - one of the busiest and most stressful of the year - I have another list of 'lesson's learnt' from graduation last night:

1. Smile sincerely for the camera - you will be looking at those photos for a lifetime and beyond. 
2. Happiness and excitement are contagious.
3. Relax and enjoy yourself - this is your night!
4. Nothing makes a girl feel more glamourous (and confident) than a spritz of her favourite perfume*
5. Yes, wearing a sweeping, black graduation gown does make you feel like batman. It is part of the awesome experience.
6. Your family and friends will clap and scream (much to your embarrassment) - so blush and keep walking with your head held high (you deserve the praise!)
7. Keeping a bottle of iced tea in your bag is sure to save a hot, dehydrate life.
8. Help out wherever you can.
9. When receiving your degree shake hands firmly.
10. Practise walking in your heels before the evening - tripping up the stairs is not an option.
11. Your outfit is not complete unless your nails have been painted a brilliant colour.
12. Say congratulations - and mean it! 
13. If a moment of complete chaos, take a deep breath, stay calm and collected - the situation can be controlled.
14. Eat plenty of cake and drink lots of tea.
15. Even washing up hundreds of teacups with friends can be fun.
16. A vintage dress is simply just more amazing than something brand new. 
17. Hugs all around :)
18. CELEBRATE!
19. Don't forget to say all your goodbyes and thank-you's.
20. No better feeling than falling exhausted into bed after a wonderful day!