Track

Yesterday was Robert's second track meet of the season.  It was such a blast because our old school district was there, so I was able to catch up with some good friends, and I got to cheer on some great kids as well.  Robert enjoyed getting to see some old acquaintances and catching up with a few people as well.  I was also so proud of how he did overall!  He won his heat in the 200m hurdles!  We were stunned...he looked really fabulous out there.  In fact, one of the coaches of our old school talked to me at the end said he was really impressed with Robert's stride and form.  It was so great to see Robert succeed.  Even though he didn't win the overall event, it was still so great to have him be able to finish in front of the rest of his pack.  Everyone deserves to feel some success!

The meet brought out a few other emotions as well.  It was so wonderful to be able to see some friends and visit with people I've missed a great deal.  It's hard knowing we (but especially I) left all of that behind to make this move.  And yet, it was another example of knowing that this move was the best thing that we could've done.  Our old school district dominated the meet yesterday and both boys and girls teams won in a landslide.  Now, I suppose some could say that why wouldn't I want Robert to be a part of that success?  But he would never have the opportunities to participate as he is now if he had to compete against those other athletes for time.  He isn't going to be a stellar athlete, and none of us care about that.  But he's getting to participate and he's having FUN.  I am so grateful we made the decision we made!