Risk Takers

Leonard and I have always tried to encourage our kids to try-out for any and everything they are interested in. We've talked to them about the risk it is to put yourself on the line like that. Sometimes they'll make it and sometimes they won't, but if they don't try they will NEVER make it. I hope they'll continue to have confidence in themselves and will always at least try.


In the fall, Kaleb and Noe both tried out for the school's Track Team. Kaleb made it, but Noe did not. Kaleb had weekly practices that culminated in a 12 school race. He came in right at the middle for his grade's race and has even higher ambitions for next year. Way to go Kaleb!


In the spring, they both tried out for the school Talent Show. This time Noe made it, but Kaleb didn't. First she had to audition for her class, then she moved on to auditions for the school. Out of about 90 school auditions they cut it down to 12 performances. Noe and her friend Tia danced their Jazz routine to a full audience (their school is Junior Kindergarten to 8th Grade). I'm so proud of you Noe!