She was putting all our cereal boxes in time out. At least she knows where she falls in the chain of command.
This was just a quick picture taken up at the tournament last week. I played in the Women's Open final against Wanda Collins, whom I am yet to beat. Someday..... She is an incredible player and has played the sport for over 40 years.Okay, so for my birthday a few weeks back, my Dad gave me a letter. It became one of the best presents I have ever gotten. Of course it was filled with love and praise that only a Dad could share for his only daughter, but there was tons of wisdom and guidance that I just soaked up. I have literally read it 10+ times already. So many of you that read my blog are at about the same "stage" of life as me.......30ish, young kids, busy work life, trying to keep the marriage #1, never waiver from you commitment to the Lord, etc. So some of this advice I thought was worth passing along. Since I am taking it slightly out of context, I've added a few words to convey the intended meaning. I love you Dad!
- The desire to "improve" is a gift from the Lord. Think, ponder and pray; then be still and allow Him time to communicate with you. Don't do all the talking if you want a conversation with the Lord.
- To everything, there is a time and a season. (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)
- There is always something or someone you can prepare to pray for and then do so.
- Recognition is the first step in converting perceived limitations to goals and ultimately to attributes of success.
- Set goals looking forward, but measure progress looking backward.
- Remember that "progress that counts" is not necessarily about you. For example, if you have "simply continued" to provide a wonderful environment for your children's development, but don't feel like you have made any "improvement"....you have still made great "progress" by the many positive experiences you have provided the children.
- Don't feel pressure to constantly get better at something the just needs to be maintained.
- Stay the course. Even if life seems like one eternal round, it is a good round.
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Great advice. Sometimes, not very often, I wish I had a dad, but this makes me wish for that.
PS- Jenson took lessons from Wanda, and hopefully Mady will soon too. She is such a patient, encouraging teacher.
What a sweet letter from your dad, and some important wisdom.
Morgan is hilarious. I wonder if it will be the same at our house.
That makes me laugh some much about Morgan's authority issues.
Also, i thought Dad's insights were great!
That makes me laugh some much about Morgan's authority issues.
Also, i thought Dad's insights were great!
Okay Morgan is hysterical! And I love the sweet letter, you should definitely feel lucky to have such an amazing relationship with you Dad. Thats awesome!
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