When you have a kid that’s good at pretty much everything, you sometimes want him to lose. I want to share the valuable lessons on losing and what it teaches our kids. This story reflects just that. A few years ago, my son was in an annual JiuJitsu tournament. He competed with kids in his […]
To My Daughter On Her 13th Birthday
Today you turn 13, my precious girl! A teenager. I just can’t even… And yet, I know this turning point in your life shakes your heart too. Actually, you would rather not turn 13, I know. Unlike most girls your age, you don’t really care about growing up and you would just as well stay 12. […]
Shouts From The Sidelines: Lessons in Life
If you have kids involved in sports of any kind, you sure spend a lot of your time on the sidelines of the field, the court, or the track. There is always the hum of excitement stirring among the participant’s parents as they anxiously watch the game play out. I’ve had a lot of experience […]
