Everything My Daughter Needs to Know She’s Learned From Gymnastics

Thanks to those who sent this link.

From a happy Gym Mom:

My job as a mom is not to raise a child, but to raise an adult. The whole process is overwhelming and seemingly impossible. I mean seriously, I can’t even train my dog to come when called. How in the world am I going to raise daughters who are independent, honest, self-assured women of their word who also show compassion, selflessness and unconditional love to their fellow human beings?

When DW and I put our kids in sports it was for a handful of teachable moments: leadership, teamwork, mental and physical strength, how to be competitive. …

… I would say that two of her coaches have surpassed any of my expectations and been more like mentors than coaches. …

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