tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189835841507845518.post4879291824096003188..comments2023-12-30T00:17:29.532-08:00Comments on Finding Joy in Simple Things: Baseball SeasonMaryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11399324383367077919noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189835841507845518.post-85886005701715261352010-03-17T13:38:55.719-07:002010-03-17T13:38:55.719-07:00Mary -
I am really looking forward to this new ch...Mary -<br /><br />I am really looking forward to this new chapter in Oscar's and my relationship. With Abe, coach-player came first but, some years later, the relationship (to me) is so much more than that. Oscar's and my relationship started so differently (first as younger brother of a player and then dear family friend and Leah's companion - I think of that night in Sacramento when they walked across the Tower Bridge holding hands and realized that that connection happened really quickly - a testament to Oscar and Leah, in my view) and I think that that foundation will help both of us enjoy our 2010 Mariner time even more. I am highly confident that Oscar will make me a better coach and I will do what I can to make this year a success for him.DSFnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189835841507845518.post-18325578348250084072010-03-16T15:01:56.682-07:002010-03-16T15:01:56.682-07:00Love the email, particularly the way you manage to...Love the email, particularly the way you manage to put all of Oscar's issues into age-appropriate & understandable terms. I am very glad there has been such a supportive response.michelle.sfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18342851799149744554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189835841507845518.post-1387513653183035392010-03-16T10:28:16.752-07:002010-03-16T10:28:16.752-07:00You are so thoughtful and eloquent. This letter wo...You are so thoughtful and eloquent. This letter would be a pleasure and an honor to receive. You have respected the other children and their families' intelligence (and their hearts), by communicating honestly and clearly from YOUR heart. It's absolutely building community and mutual caring and respect. I wish you were in the White House! We could use your skills in international diplomacy!<br /><br />It sounds as if you are well on your way to a wonderful season for everyone. Your sweet little girl looks divine in her baseball outfit!<br /><br />Your posting here is strengthening me for my trip to Indianapolis. I can see, again, how important it is for us to communicate what we know with others. Those who walk the path can light that path for others, if they are willing to be open, as you are. Thank you!Gbergerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08895779471612397202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189835841507845518.post-32754157250943510202010-03-16T09:35:28.717-07:002010-03-16T09:35:28.717-07:00This is a fantastic post on so many levels. It'...This is a fantastic post on so many levels. It's wonderful to hear of each of your children playing baseball; it's funny to see your reluctant self acting sporty; it's inspirational to see you shadowing Oscar despite not having the "skills;" and above all, the letter is AMAZING! I think it should be template for all of us -- maybe you could write it up with blanks for us to fill in!Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03313726816776097840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189835841507845518.post-21422105152520275052010-03-16T08:41:46.573-07:002010-03-16T08:41:46.573-07:00oh god, what an amazing mum you are! A) because y...oh god, what an amazing mum you are! A) because you sound so damned busy! and B) because you seeme to have a wonderul appetite for life and making sure your children get the best of life. Makes me a little envious of your US traditions for sport in the community. I'm still struggling with dance class and swimming! Good luck with the season - what a great way to share time with your family.Mummy maniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01155864737963188063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189835841507845518.post-66671748730051293902010-03-16T06:36:46.332-07:002010-03-16T06:36:46.332-07:00Oh my gosh, you are one busy woman. I love that e...Oh my gosh, you are one busy woman. I love that email. I think it's a great way to help other parents (and kids) understand Oscar and feel more comfortable. I would definitely appreciate that kind of heads up.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14748454816480995214noreply@blogger.com