Tag: focus
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I’m All In

He does everything with panache. No halfway measures. Whether it’s drawing, playing soccer, or goofing around with his sister, Ward has a tenacity that I envy. His interests are broad; besides drawing, he also practices soccer and has a theatrical bent. His ability to follow through to the end with excellence is a talent I…
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I’m Still Standing

He ran into a bridge. Granted it was a playground bridge, but it wasn’t miniscule. It was large enough to be seen from a distance. He wasn’t looking for it. Mason, at six, is a competitive go-getter who hates the idea of slowing down or losing. He’s an incredibly focused young man who keeps his…
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Miniature But Mighty
He was the youngest and newest one in his class. His outfit was big, but his resolve was huge. Ryken has been taking taekwondo for a few months, and I’m amazed at the force of his focus. He observes everything the instructor does and watches her three assistants carefully. I envy the depth of his…
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How Do I Not Drop The Balls?
We’re living in a time when being a professional juggler might be to our advantage. School is beginning in many areas, and figuring out which option to choose for educating your children may take a dozen increasingly challenging decisions to make: Do I let them be face-to-face with other students and teachers whom I have…
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It Could Drive Me Crazy
Road trips are fun. Seeing the countryside from the highway, admiring the landscape, listening to a book on tape are all things I enjoy. Not my husband so much. He’d rather get on a plane and get to wherever he’s going. He does all the driving. As much as I enjoy road trips, I despise…