Email of the Day

Dr. Laura:

One of my friends asked me why I spend so much money for my kids to do sports.  Well, I don't really pay for them to do sports - I spend the money for those moments when they become so tired they want to quit, but don't.  I pay for my kids to be disciplined, focused and dedicated.  I pay for my kids to learn to take care of their bodies and their equipment.  I pay for them to learn to work with others and to be good teammates, gracious in defeat and humble in success.  I pay for my kids to learn to deal with disappointment when they don't get that "placing" or that title they'd hoped for, but still go back week after week, giving it their best shot.  I pay for them to learn that it takes hours and hours, years and years of hard work and practice to become a champion and that success doesn't happen overnight.  I pay for my kids to make life-long friendships, create life-long memories, and to be as proud of their achievements as I am.

I could go on, but I don't pay for sports - I pay for the opportunities that sports provide my kids to develop attributes that will serve them well throughout their lives.  From what I've seen so far, I think it's a great investment!

Pat