Well, there is more volley ball drama.... Katie was ask to be a team "manager" or glorified go-for. she gets to practice with the team but doesn't get to play any games unless her skill level goes up or people quit. I think the coaches suck especially the assistant. She kept saying to Katie she just was not good enough over and over. I'd like to bitch slap her, truly I would. I think we're going to find a volley ball club in town and join. I'd like for Katie to prove that bitch wrong. I really hate people and teachers like that it really isn't motivating to a kid like Katie. It's demoralizing.
I'm so hoping that this experience with the volley ball deal isn't indicative of the Central Middle school experience for Katie. I'm really afraid. I'm calling St Rose today to see what it takes to transfer her there just in case.
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Monday, August 11, 2008
More drama....
I guess we didn't have enough drama for the day Saturday... Katie had Emily and Shelby over for an over night. The girls walked to Krogers for goodies, and on the way back Emily got a nose bleed for no apparent reason. Katie instead of calling me on her cell phone had them walk back. I could have cheerfully strangled her! I ask why she didn't call me, and she said she was afraid I'd be mad. I straighten that one out... I told her the reason she has a cell is for EMERGENCIES and some one bleeding is one. Poor Emily! Sometimes I wonder what goes on in Katie's head! By the time they got back to the house the girl was covered in blood. She looked like she walked off the set of a horror film where she was one of the victims. I made an ice pack and got plenty of paper towels. Sat poor Emily on the toilet and proceeded to remove all the gore. Called her dad and let him know what was going on with the nose bleed. Took a good 10 minutes to get the bleeding to stop. I was having visions of taking her to the hospital the whole time because it was a good ten minute walk back to the house... thankfully it stopped. I needed some adult beverages after that but refrained because I'm not sure if I would have stopped...LOL! Oh and I was afraid there might be another nose bleed.... Just in case there wasn't enough drama for the fates.
Saturday, August 9, 2008
VOLLEY BALL DRAMA
Well, I wound up going VERY early to the tournament and not to watch. I guess once the the girls got to the gym, Katie and Destiny were told they would not be playing because they didn't have jerseys. They were originally told that they would swap out jerseys with one of the other girls, and get to play at least once.... NOPE.
So I get the tearful phone call...
Katie told me that every girl had at least played once except her and Destiny. I know Katie should have probably just sucked it up and cheered on her team. She has to understand she has to work hard and practice to get better. I think if she understood from the get go she wouldn't be playing it would not have been an issue.
If the coach comes back and says something about missing practice she knew Katie would I told and ask if it would be a problem. PLUS there were two weeks she should have got in but the gym floor was being redone. The coach didn't bother to find another place to practice. I think that might have really helped the team...
So being mam bear...
I went in to have a short talk with a coach to see what the deal was... I don't know if my talk with the assistant coach Beth helped, but it made me feel better. I think, she thinks I'm a wacko and my daughter is a cry baby. But she lied to my face. She said her daughter hadn't played and she'd been in twice... Maybe it wasn't the thing to do. But at least Katie knows someone cares. Maybe volley ball isn't for us. I sent Latoya a very nice Email explaining my point of view. I totally understand how hard it is to a coach, and I give her credit for doing it. I know it doesn't pay much. We shall see what happens....
here's the note to the coach:
Dear Coach Beard,
I understand that last year two team members did not turn in their uniforms, and this shorted the team for the tournament. I do understand these things happen. I do understand that Katie isn't the best volley ball player. Matter of fact between her being at camp and the gym floor fiasco she really didn't get in much practice this summer. She really need it to learn more of the game, and I promise to work with her. I also understand the new jerseys will be in soon and this will never be an issue again.
BUT
Leaving out just two of the girls, and not changing out jerseys for a tournament that doesn't count toward anything just seems unfair. Of course I'm getting this from my very upset daughter. Who unfortunately has some self esteem issues as it is. I know team-sports coaches play their best players for a chance to win. But in this case where the team was getting pretty much stomped on what did you have to lose playing everyone?
I know you are doing the very best job you can, and thank you for coaching the girls. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask.
Have a Great Day!
Kate Childers
So I get the tearful phone call...
Katie told me that every girl had at least played once except her and Destiny. I know Katie should have probably just sucked it up and cheered on her team. She has to understand she has to work hard and practice to get better. I think if she understood from the get go she wouldn't be playing it would not have been an issue.
If the coach comes back and says something about missing practice she knew Katie would I told and ask if it would be a problem. PLUS there were two weeks she should have got in but the gym floor was being redone. The coach didn't bother to find another place to practice. I think that might have really helped the team...
So being mam bear...
I went in to have a short talk with a coach to see what the deal was... I don't know if my talk with the assistant coach Beth helped, but it made me feel better. I think, she thinks I'm a wacko and my daughter is a cry baby. But she lied to my face. She said her daughter hadn't played and she'd been in twice... Maybe it wasn't the thing to do. But at least Katie knows someone cares. Maybe volley ball isn't for us. I sent Latoya a very nice Email explaining my point of view. I totally understand how hard it is to a coach, and I give her credit for doing it. I know it doesn't pay much. We shall see what happens....
here's the note to the coach:
Dear Coach Beard,
I understand that last year two team members did not turn in their uniforms, and this shorted the team for the tournament. I do understand these things happen. I do understand that Katie isn't the best volley ball player. Matter of fact between her being at camp and the gym floor fiasco she really didn't get in much practice this summer. She really need it to learn more of the game, and I promise to work with her. I also understand the new jerseys will be in soon and this will never be an issue again.
BUT
Leaving out just two of the girls, and not changing out jerseys for a tournament that doesn't count toward anything just seems unfair. Of course I'm getting this from my very upset daughter. Who unfortunately has some self esteem issues as it is. I know team-sports coaches play their best players for a chance to win. But in this case where the team was getting pretty much stomped on what did you have to lose playing everyone?
I know you are doing the very best job you can, and thank you for coaching the girls. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask.
Have a Great Day!
Kate Childers
jumble of stuff
First off watch out Murfreesboro drivers! Courtney has a permit to drive! We went and got it Thursday. Just warning you the roads may not be safe. ROFL!
Well, "So You Think You Can Dance" is done for the year...sniff... I'm glad and upset Joshua won (is that possible?) He was wonderful I loved watching him dance BUT with other partners he wasn't all that... Katee really deserved it. Looking back on ALL the dancing favorites she was in most of them! 2 with Joshua(I'd actually argue that almost all their routines were memorable there is only one I wasn't too excited about). She was in 1 with Twitch, and one with Will. She made everyone she danced with look GOOD. I'm very glad she got at least the 50,000.
Olympics have started! Woo hoo! I'm more partial to the winter games since I love figure skating and hockey. BUT I am looking forward to watching gymnastics, the diving, and the synchronized swimming. Heck I was even watching women basket ball this morning USA vs Czech.
Katie is at her first tournament for volleyball all day at Riverdale. I'm a bad mom and didn't go...well for the whole thing. I will go later in the afternoon to pick her up and watch a game maybe two. Just the idea of spending my whole Saturday in a gym when I'm pretty sure Katie will be riding the bench... She was very upset when there were not enough jerseys for her and another girl. Some one last year never turned in their uniform... poor Katie she seems to always get the short end of the stick no matter what... bad mommy not at the game... Hopefully it is a character builder. They are getting brand new jerseys so this is just for this event. The new ones are not in yet. I may head over but with a book earlier than I intended...
Well, "So You Think You Can Dance" is done for the year...sniff... I'm glad and upset Joshua won (is that possible?) He was wonderful I loved watching him dance BUT with other partners he wasn't all that... Katee really deserved it. Looking back on ALL the dancing favorites she was in most of them! 2 with Joshua(I'd actually argue that almost all their routines were memorable there is only one I wasn't too excited about). She was in 1 with Twitch, and one with Will. She made everyone she danced with look GOOD. I'm very glad she got at least the 50,000.
Olympics have started! Woo hoo! I'm more partial to the winter games since I love figure skating and hockey. BUT I am looking forward to watching gymnastics, the diving, and the synchronized swimming. Heck I was even watching women basket ball this morning USA vs Czech.
Katie is at her first tournament for volleyball all day at Riverdale. I'm a bad mom and didn't go...well for the whole thing. I will go later in the afternoon to pick her up and watch a game maybe two. Just the idea of spending my whole Saturday in a gym when I'm pretty sure Katie will be riding the bench... She was very upset when there were not enough jerseys for her and another girl. Some one last year never turned in their uniform... poor Katie she seems to always get the short end of the stick no matter what... bad mommy not at the game... Hopefully it is a character builder. They are getting brand new jerseys so this is just for this event. The new ones are not in yet. I may head over but with a book earlier than I intended...
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Proof my family is insane!
All I can say is OUCH! Nose piecing. Photos from Jim's camera phone.
Courtney's new nose stud!
Jim took her. I was totally shocked he said "yes". I guess she can do the whole Indian belly dancer more authentically for Halloween. LOL!
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
I can't believe it!
School starts this WEEK! The girls will be back in school!
Pre-season football starts this week! Titans play the Rams SATURDAY!
It was 100 degrees today!
It's been 25 years since HIGH SCHOOL! Going to the class reunion the 23rd. HOLY COW! I haven't seen most of them in 25 years saw a few at the 10 year reunion... This should be interesting!
My husband is taking my oldest daughter to have her nose pierced. This is the same man that said NO to a a pink streak in her hair... something totally reversible... UNREAL! I'm NOT going. GROSS!
Only this week and next left of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE...sniff... I LOVE this show. I've saved every episode on DVR and I 've rewatched my favorite dances over again several times. I love Joshua and Katee one of the two better win!
Oh man i can't believe it is time for me to make dinner...
Pre-season football starts this week! Titans play the Rams SATURDAY!
It was 100 degrees today!
It's been 25 years since HIGH SCHOOL! Going to the class reunion the 23rd. HOLY COW! I haven't seen most of them in 25 years saw a few at the 10 year reunion... This should be interesting!
My husband is taking my oldest daughter to have her nose pierced. This is the same man that said NO to a a pink streak in her hair... something totally reversible... UNREAL! I'm NOT going. GROSS!
Only this week and next left of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE...sniff... I LOVE this show. I've saved every episode on DVR and I 've rewatched my favorite dances over again several times. I love Joshua and Katee one of the two better win!
Oh man i can't believe it is time for me to make dinner...
Friday, August 1, 2008
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