Life Lessons from Soccer
Chapter One: Dreams
The 1st Life Lesson:
A Child Without a Dream Is Like a Boat Without a Sail
Seven-year-old Kathy beamed a smile that could have brightened the rainiest of days. "Mom, Mom!" she cried out excitedly. Her mother was pouring milk into a mug with a picture of Madonna on the side. "What is it?" she asked.
"I know what I want to be when I grow up! I want to be like Mia Hamm!"
Her mother sighed. "She's not another rock star, is she?"
"No, Mom, she's the greatest soccer player ever! I'm gonna be like her, you watch." Her words were spoken with the absolute certainty that only fantasy-laden children can muster. "Can I get a soccer ball and a poster of her maybe? I'll clean my room and vacuum forever. I promise, I promise."
Kathy's mom, a corporate lawyer, sighed again and, in the same tone a jury foreman might use to declare a defendant guilty, said, "No. Stop filling your head with childish dreams. You've never even played soccer before, how can you be the greatest player? Eat breakfast, finish your homework, and get ready for school." Suddenly a chil ... read full excerpt from Life Lessons from Soccer ebook
