So, while I was in the hospital this week for some surgery, the "boy" came home with his report card.  To my shock and happiness he did better.  Went up in Math and Reading.  I do not know how, but I am thrilled.  He has been working harder, I know.  And I guess it shows.  He is in 4th grade and it was not what we expected.  It is much harder.  Hope next semester is just as good.  (But I will pray for better!)