I hear so many stories about parents who just don't get involved. My parents were like that... they went to one parent/teacher confrence my whole life. They never had a clue what was going on in school, and I don't think they much cared.. Get good grades or suffer my wrath. That sort of deal, since, if I was getting good grades, they didn't have to do anything parental.

Thanks for your kind words, I really appreciate them :)