A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS!! Nursing school is not easy, I know I worked as a Neonatal Icu nurse for many years until I was unable to anymore due to health issues. This is a HUGE deal and you have the right to brag and be extremely excited. I admire you for admitting your errors along the way but this is AWESOME, although I don't know you very well I want to send you a huge congratulations on your part. Whomever it was that told you to keep your excitement to a min. well I sure wouldnt hell, it isnt your fault that your sister isnt going to graduate for another year. ENJOY your HUGE ACHIEVEMENT, Celebrate and be proud of what you have accomplished. It is your day so make the best of it!!!!! Congratulations again!!!