April 26, 2023
by Maralee
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My son participated in a track meet in another city this winter. Track season is usually in the spring, but he conditioned all through the winter and participated in an indoor meet outside of what the public school typically offered. … Continue reading
March 18, 2022
by Maralee
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My beautiful boy is running in his first track meet today. I dropped him off and watched him walk across a high school parking lot to his waiting team. I gave him a hug before he got out of the … Continue reading
September 8, 2021
by Maralee
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I told my son yesterday that my biggest goal in parenting is not for him to have the best childhood, but for him to grow into the best adult. Obviously, that’s an oversimplification. I’d love it for him to have … Continue reading
September 26, 2019
by Maralee
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I am not an athlete. I do not run unless someone is chasing me. But God has given me athletic children and I am learning what it means to be a good soccer mom/gymnastics mom/cross country mom, etc. I think … Continue reading
August 20, 2019
by Maralee
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Dear Simone, My family is rooting for you. And not just because you represent our country, but because you represent us. My two little daughters sit next to me and cheer for you because just like you, they spent part … Continue reading
January 2, 2014
by Maralee
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Favorite Guest Posts of 2013 I’m so blessed to have a great group of friends and contributors who created some beautiful guest posts for me this year. Here is a wrap up of some of my favorites. The Vaccine Series … Continue reading
December 5, 2013
by Maralee
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I wrote yesterday about my recent experience as a first time soccer mom. Today I’m excited to share with you my friend Sara’s thoughts about youth sports. Why listen to Sara? For starters, she’s my friend! I’ve known Sara since … Continue reading
December 4, 2013
by Maralee
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My oldest child had his first experience with YMCA soccer this year. Having a naturally coordinated and speedy son, I knew this day would come, but not having much experience with sports myself, I wasn’t sure what it would be … Continue reading