I received my annual Christmas Card from Ray last week. Thanks to Willy Nilly, much has been made of Ray's son, Darin, seeking a U.S. Attorney post in our region. Some believe that Darin was somewhat of a trouble maker in his teens. He may have even broke into some Park District property- Oh! The horror!- although I couldn't get that confirmed. You know what? SO WHAT? But for the grace of God go I and anyone else who is mildly worthwhile. The teen years are filled with stupid pranks and mistakes for most of us mere mortals. Lucky are those who didn't pay a high price with their lives. Anyone out there drag race? Speed? Have unprotected sex? Try a hit of marijuana? Drink a beer before their 21st birthday? Cheat on a test? Cheat on a girl/boyfriend? These would be the more mild of poor choices made by some teens. My question: Did you grow up? Did you stop acting like an ass? Did you get a job and make something of yourself?
From Ray's Xmas Card:
"The LaHood Family 2005
The year began with Ray considering a run for governor of Illinois. After six months of traveling the state and thorough consideration, he listened to his consitiuents
Darin and Kristen will be moving their family to Peoria after four years in Las Vegas. Darin has accepted a position with the law firm of Miller Hall and Triggs. We are thrilled that McKay and Luke will be coming home.
Amy and Kevin continue to practice family medicine in Indianapolis. Amy is a faculty member for St.Vincent residency and Kevin teaches at Indiana University. We enjoy visiting with Ella and Henry as often as possible.
In September, Sam accepted a special assignment at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad and will be there until the end of the year. He is excited by the challenges and opportunities of working in Iraq. We pray for his safety every day.
Sara and Brian continue their academic work at Purdue University in Lafayette, Indiana. By next summer, Sara will receive her teaching certification and Brian will complete his work in Business Administration.
We wish all God's blessing to you and yours during this holiday season."
Okay, so, unless you and your offspring are as successful and you are willing to prove it... STEP OFF. (Ahem, Willy!)
1 comment:
Honestly, I don't know much about the guy. I onterviewed him once briefly, but that's about it. Youre right on the money about one thing, though, Polly: success breeds success. His kids are achieving. And slamming somebody because of their last name, and not their credentials, seems as pointless and silly of a reasons as, say, skin color. It's just petty politics.
Jr. seems as qualified, if not more qualified, than anyone our market might attract.
As for the teen years...if ever there was proof in the existence of God, it's in the fact that any of us make it into our twenties.
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