Darren LeBlanc

Congrats to my sister Shannon who graduated from 8th grade this week. Click on the picture below to see the photo gallery:

On a side note, this time of the year feels really weird. It’s the first year in many that I haven’t been out to like 9 commencement ceremonies in graduation season. My brother and I are notorious for finding tickets to these things so that we could show up and support the students we have worked with or taught in the church. We’re basically major players in the black market of graduation ceremony tickets.

Now don’t get me wrong, it’s wonderful being at home with Misty and Olivia (I have zero regrets about my current life priorities and I don’t need any validation on that one, I know I’m right) but I do miss being involved in the lives of those I care about and in this case some special young people (my part time job has been in the church for the last 5 years…mostly working with teenagers, many of whom have become great friends to Misty and me). Life as it is, doesn’t leave room for much outside of my own house. So many relationships that I care about have fallen by the wayside.

So…Shannon, I’m glad I could make it to the graduation. Sorry that Misty and I aren’t around more for you.

And on another side note (but slightly related) – Jess, sorry we missed the wedding. We love you.