Originally posted by 2kitties
Cat, I understand what you say, but I think "good grades" are relative. You may not have the grades you considered to be high, but I am certain that had you not been a good student with good marks, then you would not suffix with esq.

Really, I didn't do very well in high school or college. But, I agree that good grades are 'relative'. I think good grades mean you pay attention, can memorize (if not actually learn), are in school most of the time, do well on tests, etc. BUT, they are not the indication of future life champions...I would rather see my child maintain a "C" average, participate in sports (one at a time), read every night, and have conversational skills than overachieve in school.

I see these brainy kids today...and they can't hold a conversation with anyone, don't have any table skills, act about 10 years younger than they are, AND couldn't run to the front door unless it is to open it for the pizza guy.....