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Sports Do Not Build Character

Posted on January 28, 2014 by wvrealtoramy

Sports do not build character. They reveal it. All of my kids have played organized sports. We have had every single type of sports equipment available in my house at some time. My dad was a coach. I married a … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Sidelines

Posted on July 5, 2013 by wvrealtoramy

I’m almost through what has to be the longest baseball season of my children’s lives. I’m not complaining mind you, I agreed to the extended season, the additional games. But since I’m almost done, I’ve had some time to reflect … Continue reading →

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If a Tree Falls in the Woods, Does Elvis Hear It?

Posted on January 10, 2013 by wvrealtoramy

There is a classic question, one of the great mysteries of life: If a tree falls in the woods but no one is there to hear it, does it make a sound? Allow me to propose an answer: It does, … Continue reading →

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Cheers to My Keyser High

Posted on November 28, 2012 by wvrealtoramy

I just want to say to them, “It’s a big deal. It may not feel like it, but it’s a big deal”.  My little hometown high school’s football team is playing in the State Championship game. And they think it’s about … Continue reading →

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Coach Dad

Posted on June 12, 2012 by wvrealtoramy

Whenever I speak publicly, I am introduced as a Coach’s daughter and now a Coach’s wife. My dad and my husband have very little in common beyond their title as Coach. Or so I thought. Upon further inspection, I realize … Continue reading →

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