Something to think about: what do we control vs what is in the control of others to which we have to respond.  How do we respond and are we prepared mentally to respond. As much about life as it is about hockey.


http://ingoalmag.com/interviews/ask

Sports participation teaches our children many lessons. We encourage our children to be active and engage in sport activities to be healthy and to learn lessons which may be applied in our lives.

The North Attleboro HS track coach recently told the state athletic authority (MIAA) that they had in fact calculated incorrectly and the North Attleboro team did not finish in first place but third place due to a recording error.  Yes, these kids will most likely be unhappy that they did not win, but they have learned a great lesson as shown to them by their coach. Often life does not seem fair, and sometimes that unfairness can be corrected by our actions.

Read the story for yourself -Boston Globe Article

A new book "Treat Yourself" (Jennifer Steinhauser) has recipes to bring back fond food memories and may even inspire you with treats for special events and parties

http://www.today.com/food/recipes-sno-balls-candy-dots-other-childhood-favorites-2D79738756

Thanks Deb

For years a friend has been telling me I should start a blog.  Here it is; a place to share current information and discussions on items of interest.  Welcome readers.