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[quote=Anonymous]Growing up, my parents came to my games when they could. Which was not that often. They had to work. But we spent TONS of time as a family at nite and on the weekends. I felt loved. Never felt neglected. And to tell you the truth: HAD NO EXPECTATION that they had to come.

When did this change?

I CERTAINLY see the pro's...

But what about the con's?

For example, I played soccer and volleyball for the love of the game. It was mine. It was for me. And my team. my soul sisters. I LOVED every minute of it. And when my parents could come visit my world, i was glad. But when they couldn't, I paid it no mind.

Are we taking the love of the game away from our kids by micromanaging and attending every game? Will my kid be the only one who doesn't have a parent at every game?

I am curious about your thoughts and experiences...mine are young, so I'm trying to plan how to navigate this. My kids will be "sporty" but not likely superstars. They will play for fun, to learn how to win and lose with grace, etc...there is no indication that they will go further than high school, so it's not that kind of discussion...

Thanks![/quote]

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