Being a sports parent is not for the faint of heart. The combination of supporting your children whom you love more than anything in the entire world, competition and being let loose in the wild kingdom of youth athletics is not always an easy task. Sometimes, it brings out the worst in us. Sometimes, we get caught up and lose sight of the big picture. It's ok. Luckily our kids forgive us quickly, and we can live and learn IF(and this is a big IF) we are willing to recognize when we are acting like a$$holes and take steps to make a change. :) So today, a short and sweet recount of just a … [Read more...]
“Must Read” Tips from A Softball Grandma | Softball is For Girls
It's amazing how life comes full circle. Back in 'the day', I played softball - then eventually had three daughters of my own whom I coached for years, before turning them over to some other amazing coaches. During those years I have experienced every emotion, every situation, every life lesson and every aspect of being a sports parent. I know how YOU feel. And, now, I am a softball grandma with perspective, and am watching my daughters spin through the familiar circle with their own daughters, who now play this game, too. And I have learned a lot of things through the years, to … [Read more...]