This was our day to bring snacks after the T-ball game. I had mentioned previously how every other parent on our team assigned to snacks this season had brought doughnuts – which I don’t mind my son eating on occasion – but the “good mother” in me thought I had better bring some healthy snacks. I had several people tell me that I should not worry about the team’s 4-0 winning streak, and just bring some fun, healthy snacks. Rick, however, suggested we not mess with a trend. You know, like how after Alabama started winning last fall and we …read more

Most of you know (or may not know) that I coach gymnastics a few afternoons a week. I absolutely love working with the girls and it truly keeps me sane! Yesterday my team of 6-11 year olds traveled to a competition and of course, they did wonderful.
More than their performances, I couldn’t help notice the great things that were happening to these girls as they interacted as a team.
One little gymnast came up to me before the meet and told me she brought little baggies of grapes for each of her teammates, and could she hand them out. Of course …read more