June 24, 2011

Pet peeve #8

** Sports & dance programs for kids. **

Do we seriously need to have our kids scheduled for 4 practices and 2 games a week for months on end? They're kids that should be having fun, not making a career decision. The dance studio that my 5 year old takes a ballet/tap class at wanted me to have her try out for and join a competition team this year. Ummm, for a 5 year old who hasn't even decided if she really likes dance or not?? I think not. Not to mention the costume and competition fees involved in joining the group.

Do we really need to subject our kids to programs like these that take away all of their free time and infringe on precious family time? Just food for thought...

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