Tis the season . . .
As years pass and our boys continue to grow, we want them to feel the joy and excitement giving brings. Our hope is that they learn Christmas is more about giving than receiving. We carefully assembled twenty-one hot cocoa packets for our nearest and dearest, complete with a candy cane and marshmallow rope. Handmade with love and laughter. Emotions ran high as Operation Ding Dong Ditch commenced. The boys were nervous about being seen and extremely excited to leave treats for their friends. As I anxiously waited in the parked car hidden out of sight, they snuck up to the doors, dropped the treats, and darted back to the car. I can still hear them laughing as they hopped in and we sped off! Afterwards, they giggled endlessly as I shared the messages being passed as our friends tried to figure out who left them a little love. In light of recent set-backs on the mat, Steve has decided to hand over his coaching duties to others so he can focus on being 'dad.' Previously, I spoke of the fine line between being a coach and being a dad and needing to trust Steve in handling both. Unfortunately, he and William hit a breaking point this past weekend. Tears were shed, and an overall sense of disappointment was felt. William, disappointed in the way he acted, and Steve, disappointed in not being able to successfully juggle both.
It is the right decision for us at this time. He will continue to coach Benjamin, and will resume coaching William when they decide the time is right. 2015 wrestling season has begun. The boys are in their 4th year of seasonal wrestling and have expressed they are enjoying the sport this year. This is quite a change from previous years.
Lessons will be learned, amidst the tears, triumph, sweat, and blood. "You only lose if you have learned nothing." -Coach Haines This season marks nineteen years since Steve asked me to be his 'girlfriend,' since he didn't do the 'just dating thing.'
I love him more than ever. He is our everything. I received the following email today and it warmed my heart; I treasure 'Debbie' and all she did for William.
Good morning, Traci, and surprise! I am sure you did not expect to receive an email from me! I hope you and your boys-make that young men-are well. It's only every once in a while that I see Will in the halls. I miss him dearly! My signed and dated Sherpa throw that Will gave me last year is truly my favorite all-time teacher gift. I wanted you to know that I have it out all fall and winter.-with the embroidered signature showing. This is not to slight any other thoughtful gift I've been given over the years. It's just that your loving gesture was so meaningful, so useful, so smile-making, and so washable. Have a great December, Traci. I wish us all Peace on Earth, and good "Will," forever. Love and gratitude, Debbie |
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AuthorTraci, a wife, mother of two boys, Special Education teacher, and sole proprietor of Eco Alternatives LLC. Archives
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