Last day of school

Today is the last day of school!  This morning, we will have a half day
of school with the students.  Finals are done and there is no more
grading to do.  That alone is reason to celebrate!

But this morning there will likely be some bittersweet moments - much of
our time will be a "goodbye" ceremony, in which students are given the
opportunity to say their last sentients towards those who will not be
returning next year.  There is always a good percentage turnaround -
even though most of the staff will be here, economic problems elsewhere
are forcing a good number of families to leave.

As expected, my official birthday was busy and not so fun (and it was
punctuated by the Red Wings' loss in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup
Finals...) but yesterday we had a fun BBQ and get-together to celebrate
the end of the year and birthdays.

And finally, only 1.5 days until my parents will be arriving!

-alan