Soccer Star

As previously mentioned, some of us are more gifted in the athletic department than others. Hailey falls into the athletic category. She also has the energy of 3 children. Soccer is one way we deal with it. She's been playing soccer since we moved to Spokane a few years ago.

Besides having a ridiculous amount of energy, she's also fearless. She doesn't hold back at all, pretty much ever. This year she moved up to a different age group with a bigger field and different rules. Also a lot more elbowing and shoving. The coaches are supposed to act as referees too, let's just say some are a little more fair than others. We can always count on Ha to get out there and give it right back.

Hailey is a freakishly strong. I haven't been able to wrestle her down for a few years now, (an unfortunate, but necessary skill with her). On the plus side, she can kick a ball farther than any girl on her team. It's also really helpful when I need something opened and Dave isn't home.

I'm so glad she has something that she excels at. Her Sensory Processing Disorder often makes things more difficult for her. She just doesn't handle things the way most kids do. I love to see her feel confident and good at something. I hope that one day she can channel all that strength and energy into doing something great.