Posts Tagged ‘Children’s Activity’
What’s on the other side of that glass wall?
I’ve had a few parents ask why our lobby is separated from the gym by a big glass wall. I usually answer “so that you can nap while we’re in class.” I’ve had parents suggest that our coaches wear microphones so that speakers in the lobby could let parents hear what we are saying. I’ve…
Read MoreWhat’s the matter with kids nowadays?
I’ve worked with children since 1980, when, to off-set the cost of my own tuition, I started assisting with classes at our gym. I can tell you horror stories from my years in the profession. I can tell you about behavior from kids that would make the Menendez brothers look like great kids. I have…
Read MoreHard to say Good-Bye
The following is a message I got from a former team gymnast who has come to the age of retiring from the sport. I removed any identifying text as I didn’t ask her if it was OK to use this for the journal here. I did feel that the topic and correspondence was relevant for…
Read MoreHaving your child’s birthday party doesn’t need to be stressful (part 1)
Another longer post, but bear with me and I hope you find it useful. Panic! Another year has gone by and your child wants a birthday party….again. If you are like us, we’ve had a party for our kids every year. At first it was more of a get together of our friends because our…
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