The Maturation Program

Well, today was the day.

It was the 5th grade maturation program. I have fond memories of attending with Tyler two years ago -- I even learned a thing or two.

Aubree gave me the speech beforehand about how she didn't want me to raise my hand and ask any embarrassing questions. She didn't even want me scratching my nose, in case the speaker thought I had a question. I complied.

I remember my elementary school maturation program. I remember giving my mom the same speech. I also remembering saying at the end of the program, "They have brownies? How are we supposed to have an appetite to eat brownies after this thing?" Ha ha!

Ah, growing up is hard to do. That's for sure!

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