Band Parents gone wild

A short while ago we returned from a party with some fellow band parents. There are about a dozen of us who work very hard to support the kids and put in much time and effort. When we get together without the kids to kick back and reward ourselves, we have a great time. Tonight, was one of those nights. However, I must say that some of the parents had a little too much to drink and provided an immense amount of entertainment for those of us who hadn't. Nevertheless, we are a very forgiving group, and it is all in good humor. I just feel sorry for some of them tomorrow- when the world has stopped spinning.

I am glad that I am friends with these people. Ironically, I have had almost all of their kids in my class at some point. That can be a little strange sometimes. Especially when I hear "Oh...you were THAT teacher!" In other words, the one that worked their kids hard. But they appreciate me for it. I think I would like these people even if I didn't share the common bond of having a kid in band. We are kindred souls for the moment while we have that comoon thread. And we sure do know how to party- although our kids would never know it.

On a side note, isn't it ironic how our friends and priorities change throughout life? There are so many people I have known and enjoyed at particular points in my life, and many of them have moved on as have I. There are times when I wonder what has happened to some of them and I miss them. But life is ongoing, and eventually these other band parents will fade away once our kids graduate.