Julia got the Citizenship award

Aaron didn't want to go to his awards ceremony, and who was I to complain about that? Parking is horrendous at his new school. We didn't know for days afterwards what award he got. We had an invitation mailed to us from the school so that's how we knew he was getting recognized for something. He didn't ask - didn't care. I waited in anticipation of what it could be. When he finally got the award certificate and brought it home, 3.5 or higher, he was still low-key with it. I told him I was proud of him. He barely puts forth effort. Just think of what he could do if he applied himself. (Where have I heard those words a million times before?)

Julia went to the honors breakfast so we knew that wasn't the award she was getting - as the note from school told us she was receiving one that was separate from that. It turned out the be the Good Citizen award. She is a sweet, thoughtful girl - caring about those less fortunate. This year, she took part in a program called "Stand by Me" where she went at recess, or had lunch with the inclusive children. I wouldn't doubt it if she follows in her Aunt Sue's footsteps.