good things

T-Man has earned his high school diploma. Got the word today.  He also texted me asking for his SS# today.  I knew that meant he was applying for a job.  In addition - he did a chore without expecting pay or cigarettes.  A good day.   One of the school board members that saw our program wants to nominate me for a PTA Helping Hands Award.  Also went to the school board meeting tonight and made our plea for a good parent program.  We know that some of them aren't for the mandatory program that I mentioned to the Super in an email.  One member I could count on to say she wouldn't support it.  I've known her for years and when you say white - she says black.  If it were her "thing" it would certainly be a different story.  Whatever.  It isn't up to her or any of them for that matter.  It comes down to the wonderful Principal - as usual.  But the good news is we came forward and, at least, put it out there.  Baby steps. And I contacted the special events person in charge of a local pro ball organization a few weeks ago and we've been playing phone tag until today - finally spoke with her.  I would love the organization I'm on the board of (helps families with the cost of drug treatment) to be highlighted at a game.  She is also involved in the Suicide Prevention Organization I was involved in.  She lost her brother to suicide.  He also had a substance abuse problem.  I knew she would be willing to help.  She says she has some ideas.   Tomorrow is my son rheumatology appointment.  We'll see.