Raising Emily: August 2013

The care and training of a young gymnast

I wish I had started this blog a while back. At that time I had no clue my youngest daughter would have the drive to be a gymnast. I just knew I couldn't contain her energy and needed an outlet for it's release. Hopefully this blog will be helpful to others that have a kid interested in gymnastics.

As I am a single disabled parent, money's been tight and this sport is not cheap. The commitment of financial resources, time and energy for the parent can be as demanding as the physical demands placed on the athelete.

This blog is created for all the unsung heroes behind that future medalist, the parent.

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Dancing into a new school year, Emily is now trying Hip-Hop!

Well, haven't been here for a while. Emily started 7th grade at a new brick and mortar school. She decided no more home school since she's not doing gymnastics so no need for home school option, and she wanted to be around kids her own age.

Emily is now trying Hip Hop one day a week and trying to keep from re-injuring the knees. I was not able to find a good swim option for her so she played with the neighborhood kids all summer. No stress, no pressure. It was a good summer.