I did not sleep well on Thursday night, I couldn’t fall asleep until after 2 am and couldn’t seem to stay asleep. I was up around 7 am and in to the studio for 8:30 am to sponge for one of my classmates. We had been told we would get the news of who was selected for the second year of the program at noon, in the form of a letter. It was a bit tense in the studio and had been for several days. It was good to be occupied and focussed. Noon came all too quickly and I had a strong urge to leave without finding out my fate. It’s been difficult to think of my time here at Tamarind ending so soon.
We made our way to our work tables. Marjorie and Rodney said a few words before the envelopes were handed out. Wasn’t sure I read it right but mine contained an apprenticeship offer…
I did it! I was the one selected for the second year of the program and will receive certification as a Tamarind Master Printer. Unbelievable. It could have been any of the eight of us. I’m still a little stunned.
Sorry, but I won’t be coming home for a while….
Jill Graham_ink 
Jill! That is amazing news! I knew you could do it! I’m so happy for you! You earned it!
Thanks Gen! It feels amazing although it hasn’t completely sunk in yet. Thanks for your support, Jill
Congratualtions Jill.. You are brilliant and it is so wonderful that all is coming to fruition..
It is wonderful! Forever grateful for your support and encouragement.
Jill
Congratulations Jill! I am thrilled for you (and not at all surprised)! It is so well deserved! I hope you are celebrating with a huge bottle of chapagne this weekend!
xxJ
Thanks Jenn! Champagne, no…. I went with new shoes! I’m so looking froward to this experience- amazing.
I appreciate hearing from you, Jill
New shoes would have been my choice too! Always the best way to celebrate 😉
New we were if like mind! Wore my shoes, did a little dance… life is good! Going to post photos as I’ve bought another, more prized piece of leather for a lithographer, in celebration as well.
Congratulations, Jill! Unbelievable? No! It’s totally believable! You’ve worked very hard for this! You’ve earned it and you deserve it! I’m so excited for you! Bravo!
Thanks Liz. It’s definitely exciting news and I feel absolutely (unbelievably) very fortunate. It really has been terrific being in the program at all and I’m happy I get to continue on. It’s been quite an experience!
Congrats Jill! That is fantastic !
Nice to hear from you Alison!
I’m looking forward to a terrific year of learning.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had such a strong feeling that you would get it…so happy for you! You deserve it Jill!!!!
Gailxo
Thanks Gail! So happy to hear from you. I appreciate your confidence in me.
Way to go Jill! They way they told you sounds like the end of a reality competition show! YOU WON! The home viewers all knew it…
Hey Jennie! Thanks for being in touch. Yes, I’ve said all along the experience resembles that Big Brother show for lithographers… minus the confession room. Send me some news of you. All the best, Jill
Congratulations Jill you deserve this, work hard, have fun, sleep well and see you when you get back.
Thanks Sandi! It’s the sleeping I’m most concerned about right now. I’ve got lots to catch up on. Worn out. Working hard at this job will be a treat!
I know I’ve said my congratulations but I wanted to be on your record. Congrats! Told ya they would be crazy not to choose you. So they’re not. I hope you’re celebrating with booze and lots of pilates stretches : -D
Thanks Astrid! You and everyone from OS have really been a huge support and its so appreciated. I miss you all.
Extraordinary and wonderful. Congratulations Jill!
Thanks Endi! Can’t wait to apply all my new skills to our work together.
Hi Jill, CONGRATULATIONS! Your dream comes true through all your hard work. I’m really happy for you and sending a strong hug of support.
Thanks, I could use that hug Ann! Still pinching myself that I’m lucky enough to be here… now lucky enough to stay!
Wow…really pleased for you Jill. Knew you had the “right stuff”. Going to miss some challenging Pilates you brought to us but would rather you follow your dream. Hey when you get back we’ll still be here….
Rachel, Scott and Gail….
So happy to hear from my Pilates trio! Sorry you’re stuck with those pre-recorded classes for another year. Hugs to all, Jill
I’ll say it again (and again and again): I’m so proud of you!!!!!!!!!!!! I knew you could do it. xoxo s
Miss you Sara!
Oh Jill what a joy to hear that Tamarind knows what we’ve all known for ages—just how good you are, how focussed & bright and dedicated and . . .we’ll keep missing you. Big hug and happy dance of celebration.
Victoria
I’ve been doing a happy dance of my own lately! Appreciate you’ve joined in Victoria. Definitely my dream come true. Can’t wait to share with you all here. Hugs back at you, Jill
Je le savais que ce serait toi Jill! Félicitation tu le mérite.
Merci Nadine! It’s going to be an amazing year. You were right, I really love NM! Like no where else. Now what about that road trip to come and see me?
I WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENED TO THE SHOEBOX YOUR NEW KICKS CAME IN?!
Oh please! You know I still have it. Self confessed box addiction sufferer.
Congrats JIll! Very happy your dream has come true. I know you have worked hard for it and deserve it.
Thanks Heather! Still pinching myself.