Thursday night we had Maddie's gymnastics banquet. T and H went to Mimi's to play while we were there. Maddie had a great season but there have been a bumps since it ended. They bumped her up to level 5 which was a ton more time and money. Our girl kind of seems on the verge of burning out, so that didn't seem the route we needed to go. We were really praying for clarity and what was best for her/our family. We have decided to step back and try the Xcel program out this upcoming year. This means a lot less time in the gym, a lot less money, and a very happy girl. She loves gymnastics, but doesn't want it to be her life. I think this is going to be a win win for us all!
That being said...the coaches have been wonderful in working with us and figuring out what is best for Maddie. I appreciate them for loving and looking out for my kid. Several of Maddie's teammates have ended up leaving and going to different gyms for different reasons. It has been a hard few months.
Back to the Banquet - several old teammates were asked not to come. We missed them being there and it made the night a little different than last year. But Maddie enjoyed sitting with her friends and had fun. She also received awards for Highest Floor score, Highest Beam score, and Highest All Around score for the level 3's this season.
We are looking forward to this next year and what it will bring. It is going to be totally different and I just pray that others can see Jesus in us, especially in the midst of storms. We are all learning life lessons on this gymnastics journey!
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