JV Volleyball
Leah is going to have a busy year this year, we can tell already! She has adjusted well to the life of a junior higher, and has not lost her way or arrived in the wrong class once! 
This year, as a 7th grader, she is eligible, for the first time, to play volleyball. She and a friend bravely went out for the team, trying out among the more experienced players of 8-12 graders. There were so many girls who wanted to play this year, that not everyone would be able to on the team. Leah and her friend Allison realized that as 7th graders, they probably did not stand much of a chance to make the cut, and so decided that if they did not make it, they would join the swim team instead.
Zach loves swim team, even in the middle of a rain storm. But what can you expect during rainy season, and hey, he was getting wet anyway, right?
Their attitudes were much better than mine. I so wanted Leah to have the chance to play volleyball, and was getting frustrated that these girls, who had never had a chance to play before would have to try out for the same spots as the older, more experienced girls. I found myself getting more and more frustrated for them, although they seemed content to just switch to swimming if need be.
Results of volleyball tryout was to be posted last Monday, and as the day approached, I found myself feeling more and more snipy about it. I had to go to the Lord and ask Him to take this upset from me. Isn’t that silly? I did not even know the results, but was feeling put out and slighted for my daughter anyway. I had to confess my self-centered desires to the Lord and asked for a contentement in whatever the results would be, both in my heart and Leah’s.
Monday morning came, and Leah packed her swimsuit and towel to take to school, ready to join the swim team. But when I arrived to pick up Ema, Leah and Allison came running around the corner to tell me that they had made the volleyball team! Oh were they excited!
I was too, and a bit sheepish at my attitude the previous week. I find I am prone to that sort of thing. Worrying ahead of time, and fussing over details. I suppose it comes down to a lack of trust and faith, not that God will give me what I want, or work things out the way I think they should be, but a trust that He has only good in mind for me and my family. That His decisions are always better than my own, and that I can trust Him for the small details like volleyball, as well as the big ones, like my salvation.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. Acknowledge the Lord in all your ways and He will direct your paths. Prob 3:5-6
Leah has been having a great time on the team! She may not play alot during the games, but she is learning alot and enjoying herself too. Thank you God for caring about the desires of our hearts and being gracious even when we are not.
Next up? Leah is running for Student Council! Go for it Leah!
August 26th, 2007 at 3:50 pm
Way to go, Leah! Congratulations. I tend to be a fretter, especially when I feel one of the kids is getting slighted for some reason. I often have to give these feelings over the Lord and trust him with our children.
August 27th, 2007 at 11:35 am
Ah, those mother bear feelings, I am quite familar with them! It is good to remember that the Lord loves my children much more than I do.
August 28th, 2007 at 8:50 am
Tina - good for Leah! I think she will do great on volleyball and student council. It’s scary to let go and let them strive (and possibly fail).
The kids look so grown up! I’m so glad Leah got a spot on the team. Hooray God!!! Isn’t He good (to you as well as the kiddos).
October 30th, 2007 at 7:26 pm
WAY TO GO LEAH!!!!
I am so proud of all of you!!!
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God Bless!!