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[quote=Anonymous]First of all I want to say, You are an Amazing Mother! We all have our doubts about how we are doing raising our children but one thing for sure is knowing how to love them and teach them at the same time for their own benefit in life is not as simple as it sounds. 
The first thing I got from reading your list was, maybe DD doesn't want to play soccer?
Are you sure that's something your child wants? Although you want to be close to her sometimes we can assume this is for the good but we need to also consider what the child really wants. It's the 1st grade, you child is still very young. Adjusting to school alone is a big deal let alone a soccer team. These are the most important years of a child's life. They want to feel secure and loved. 
You work full time and you child is in school most of the day in which I'm sure she misses you. I can understand her wanting your attention after school.
I think it was wonderful how she communicated with you and told you her true feelings. I would reassure her your reason for being coach is because of her.
If she says she doesn't want to play soccer than that should explain her behavior. There's no need making her do something she doesn't like to do especially if it sabotages the reason your coach in the first place. 
Your child comes first, and if that means not coaching to spend more time with your children doing something else you can all enjoy together, then I'd do that.

Your children are young, there will be plenty of time for other sports and teams to look forward to. Right now what matters is the fun and memories you can make now to establish a foundation of trust, love and support your children need.
I hope this helps, blessings![/quote]

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