Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Regionals Bound!


So the kids had practice last night and of course both of them fell!  I am hopping they are just getting it out of their system before Regionals.  And Regionals, oh my gosh!  It has come up so fast, it seems like just yesterday the kids competed in Nationals last July.  Where does the time go.  Well, I know, skating practice (as I say sarcastically).  But, to be truthful, I wouldn’t give any of it up.  To watch my kids grow and develop through this sport has been a great enjoyment!  And I am not just talking about their skating skills, but also their sportsmanship and self-confidence.  How to handle defeat and how to learn from their mistakes.  

I seriously think I am more nervous about Regionals than they are.  By the end of a meet I am soooo exhausted you would’ve thought I was the one that raced!  While I watch them race I find my legs moving back and forth, like I will be able to help them or something.  But, I am that way on video games too!  Moving the whole controller and my body, like it’s gonna make a difference.  

So to this I say to my kids’ good luck.  You both have but in a lot of hard work this last year and sacrificed a lot of social time to practice.  I am proud of you both no matter the outcome at Regionals.  Your drive and determination has shown through your practices, your injuries and your successes.  Your Father and I will be there this weekend as your biggest fans.  We will support in the triumphs and there to lean on if you need a shoulder.  But remember this, no matter what placement you get; you are still #1 in our hearts!  

Wow this turned emotional!  Didn’t expect it to go there, but, had to say what was in my heart and my fingers just typed.  I hope to update my blog again before we go, if not, it will be immediately after the meet.

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