The history of the 'Gold Star Award' is one of prestige and merit. Dating back to October 15th, 2013, the 'Gold Star Award' has been passed down from art teacher to art teacher throughout its existence (which at this point is going on about 4 minutes)!
If you were at our 2013 Fall GAEA session ("The Art of Blogging: Surviving the First Year Through Social Media and Technology"), you already know that I am self-admittedly motivated by hypothetical "gold stars" - so it makes perfect sense that I award one of my most valued symbols of worth to Ms. Katzin. Congratulations Mollie - I hope you accept this awesomely flattering totally not made-up "award". ;)