Amara is a busy bee who needs physical exercise to be her best self. She also needs social connection with peers. I am glad that Amara has always enjoyed getting outside and being active. As she has begun settling into herself more, she has learned that team sports is sometimes a better fit as it meets both of those needs.
When the girls were younger, I tried to find a local soccer team. I did not want to drive too far and that meant there were not many options. So Amara's outlet was gymnastics after school for many years and cross country with Girls on the Run in her lower elementary class. That was not enough for her. She really needs to move out her head, into her body. It's medicine for her heart, mind, soul. The social connections of sports are a much needed added benefit. Amara is a social gal, who at this tender teenage age, needs that social interaction. Sports has been such a wonderful way to access both.
Amara has been working on her soccer skills. This year was only her second season but we see improvement. We wish the coach would play her more to give her more practice but some of the older teammates have been playing longer (and better) so that there is that reality. But Amara is a committed and loyal person. She plans on playing soccer throughout high school. She loves her coach Manesh and has formed some nice friendships with peers. And she loves it when they beat other teams (they are in 2nd place right now!)
As the mama, I am thankful that Amara is fortunate to have these opportunities and outlets for her to be supported it, to be challenged in and to thrive in.
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