"Maddi, do you want to spend your time playing soccer, where I can no longer coach you, away from home, or do you want to run...with me?"
Our daughters are growing up, and athletics, although not mandatory, are something we very much encourage. Our youngest daughter is playing softball this year. And with it comes 2x practice plus games. Both girls take piano (1x) and religious class (1x). As Madilyn debated on what sport she wanted to do this year, it sent her mom and I into a bit of a panic. No matter what she picked, it would take our family away from each other during the week and even the weekend. Because family time is important, we came up with a solution.
Running!
Maddi is a naturally built runner. Coupled with the fact I have lost faith in team sports over the years (coming from a dedicated baseball background), and based on the premise of wanting my girls to participate in sports that they can continue with throughout their life. Softball...maybe. But it is what is best for Abbi. As for Maddi, running is a viable option.
So, she agreed to run this year. She and I will run 4 days a week, with planned 5k races throughout the year. SO, we have two races planned...2/9 and 3/23. I am pumped! We bought some real running shoes, and we have a schedule.
More to come!!!
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