It's been ten years since we didn't have to attend

I found out last evening was a middle school and high school marching band concert.  I realized it had been ten years since we didn't attend this annual fall concert.  I'm not going to lie, it didn't make me sad.  I mentioned it to Andrew, and he commented that not only did we not have to attend, but he didn't even know about it.

I've really missed nothing about not being involved with band, except for not getting to know the kids.  To be honest, I didn't really realize how resentful I had begun to be about how much time and effort I was putting into it.  And to be honest, no one seems to care.  I'm incredibly grateful that awesome people have taken over and they don't need me, but even though it took three people to fill all my roles, the directors and other board members never expressed thanks or gratitude.  Many parents were always quick to do so, and although it's not why I did it (it's about the kids), the fact that I'm not particularly missed makes it even easier to just walk away.

I would love to attend the chili supper next month, but I have a meeting.  Hopefully I'll be able to attend the band concert at the holidays.  That one was always one of my favorites because it was one of the few I could attend and not have responsibilities.  But now, I get to enjoy any of them that I choose to attend!