Wasn't he just graduating from kindergarten in São Paulo?
Sniff, sniff.
The ceremony was very nice and included the processional; presentation of colors; music by orchestra, band and chorus; student reflections; a few awards; and the presentation of promotion certificates. They served cake and punch afterwards. 
Mac's reflection on his best memory from ASFS was one of four chosen by the principal to be read during the ceremony. The video of him reading it is too long to attach here but it was thoughtful, funny and very well-written. After all the fussing and carrying on for each essay he had to write at home, it turns out that he really can write without my assistance. Who knew? AND his elocution and delivery were perfect to boot!
And if that wasn't special enough, Mac was one of four students (one from each home room) chosen to receive the inaugural Lightning Bolt Award! I wish I'd videotaped the school counselor when she was explaining the award but I didn't because I assumed they'd give it to someone who'd been at the school for years. My parental cup runneth over. 
After the ceremony, the three of us went for lunch at Mac's choice, Bonchon, for some Korean fried chicken. Tonight we'll return to school for the promotion party.
It's a good day to be Mac's parents.
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