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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Looking back, specifically in regard to activities, do you wish you had done something different at the elementary level in regard to your child’s activities outside of school? More activities? Less activities? Specific ones you wish your child had done? Focus on one pursuit earlier? Etc. Basically, what advice would you share with yourself 5-10 years ago.[/quote]

Regret- should have made my son continue with rec. soccer. It would have helped him socially in upper elementary.

Non-regret- my DS asked to start piano lessons at the end of 1st grade. We put him in lessons, and took the plunge to buy a real piano. Now, at twelve, he is still in weekly lessons and we are treated to gorgeous music every single day. (currently, "Angels We Heard on High" and "Ava Maria" for Christmas- just beautiful).

Non-regret- Martial arts for years. DS is not a great fighter because he's not naturally coordinated, but after years of sparring several times per week, he doesn't scare easily.

Non-regret- rec. swim team. Again, DS isn't Michael Phelps, but on average, he's a much better swimmer than most kids his age. [/quote]

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