Well here we are. ... Summer is finally here, and for us that means Baseball!!
Ashers team played well. ASHER played well and did us proud! Sadly, they fell short at the State level and didn't pull out the win. Aside from a "fun" tournament this coming weekend ( for both boys' teams)... Ashers season is over. *sigh*
Trevors team.. 2 time Mass State Champions... fell short at the District level last weekend but as luck would have it, they are still in the State tournament next weekend ( shortage of teams). *sigh*.
Tough losses for my little baseball AllStars. Its tough to see your child lose at something they are so passionate about. Its tough to explain that though sometimes your talented child is one of the best on a team of talented young men.... that recognizing EVERY child is super important!!
Every boy selected for these teams is as AllStar and though we as parents sometimes want to fall into the trap of believing OUR child is the MVP, the top player, the "glue" holding up the team... a cup of humility is imperative not only for us as parents but the key to raising a well rounded, human, compassionate person. It will only make them better adults, to recognize that this is a Team. Not one child is responsible for the losses OR the wins! They win and lose as a TEAM!!
I am grateful for the gifts that God has granted all my children but its our job as parents to help them USE those gifts and abilities.... and that includes being kind, gracious and humble!!!
So be proud Trev and Asher.... you represented Northbridge well... you made your parents and coaches proud! Never give up!!!
Have fun this weekend at your tournament and remember... first and foremost you are Our children, Gods blessed boys and RAMS!!!
