Father Bill at Voces de la Frontera
March for Immigrant Rights

Today I went to an award ceremony for my 92 year Jesuit friend, Father Bill Brennan S.J. The award was given to him by Voces de la Frontera a leading immigrant rights group in Milwaukee. Bill certainly deserved it for his lifetime struggle for rights of immigrants, woman in the Church, the poor, the marginalized and for his efforts to close down the School of Americas in Fort Benning, GA.

A few weeks ago my friend Ella received an award from the City of Milwaukee for an outstanding achievement and as a patch quit maker. Next week I am driving her to the Yacht club for a special lunch with Governor Walker. I do not know if she is getting an award or not.

Thinking back in time I realized that I have been to many award ceremonies, for achievement in sports, academics and citizenship. I must go an award myself sometime, although I cannot remember doing so. I was not much of athlete, although I loved playing sports like basketball; my academic achievement was okay but not outstanding and no one ever accused me of being a good citizen.

Not caring or seeking awards could be a negative thing, explaining why some consider me ‘arrogant’ and seeking attention and it could be a good thing meaning I am humble and do not seek attention. No matter what it means I do not miss having awards. Also I do not consider myself particularly arrogant or humble. Award or no award, what does it matter?

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