Pieces of You
At Madden’s eighth grade graduation a few weeks ago, I looked over at my dad, and half jokingly said, “I’m really glad you’re alive to experience this.” But, while looking at my dad, deep down I was feeling how grateful I am that he is still here...
Decisions That Make the Cut
Going into the 1ast qualifying game last weekend on the PWBA Tour, I had a feeling. I wasn’t looking at the board. Even when the scores are scrolling right in front of us, I’ve been doing a good job of not looking at them. To me, the score is distracting. It can...
Not Mainstream Stuff
A couple months ago, I wrote about Jersey’s experience attending Nature’s Classroom with her school. That post inspired a mention of my best friend from high school, Nikki. Before education alternatives were widely talked about, Nikki saw the traditional education...
Keeping the Focus
This post is a throwback to a couple weeks ago, and a really proud mom moment watching Jersey bowl the EYT Youth-Adult in Lockport, IL. Up until now, she has placed in EYT competitions. But at the last EYT in Lockport, she won in her division – currently the U12...
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