Friday Photo: “Never Give Up”

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It was a rough playoff game.  The loser faced the dismal loser’s bracket, forced to claw their way back up.  Neither team wanted to start off the series that way.

The game started out ok, and we kept it tied for the first few innings 0-0.  Then 1-1.  But when we got to the third and fourth, and their pitcher sent curve ball after fastball after slider at our boys, their spirits sank and so did their bats.  

The opposition took advantage, and runs began pouring in.  3-1.  5-1.  Then it was 6-2, bottom of the sixth.  Our last up at bat, and hope was nearly gone – until their pitcher ran up his count, and had to exit.  Thank goodness for Little League arm-protection rules.

And an amazing thing happened.  Our boys started cheering each other on.  We got on base, one after another and they were loaded.  One out.  Home plate started seeing our footprint, and when my son stole home it was a tie game, 6-6.  Before we knew it, the shortstop stole home, too, and we were on top-a place we never expected to be.

After the game, I asked my son what he thought about the night – how was he feeling during and after?  He paused, then responded, “Well, I guess you just can never give up.”

Life lessons from a 12-year-old.

Jennifer Wolfe

Jennifer Wolfe, a writer-teacher-mom, is dedicated to finding the extraordinary in the ordinary moments of life by thinking deeply, loving fiercely, and teaching audaciously. Jennifer is a Google Certified Educator, Hyperdoc fanatic, and a voracious reader. Read her stories on her blog, mamawolfe, and grab free copies of her teaching and parenting resources.

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Comments: 28

  • Claire

    May 29, 2012

    It always amazes me how children ca simply get what adults have such a hard time understanding. I bet you are so proud of your son!

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      June 1, 2012

      You’re right, Claire. Why do adults have to make everything so complicated?

      Reply
  • Jenn

    May 29, 2012

    I’m a big fan of little league and the arm saving rule myself 😉

    I love that he understands perseverance and that just because you appear to be losing, the end result is what matters!!

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      June 1, 2012

      Yes, Jenn…I’m loving that about him, too. I learn something every day from my kids!

      Reply
  • The Budget Diet

    May 29, 2012

    That’s what I love about sports…it’s not over until it’s over even in the little leagues! He’ll remember that game forever!

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      June 1, 2012

      So true! I hope it motivates him tomorrow night when he goes for the next win!

      Reply
  • Melissa

    May 29, 2012

    What an inspirational story! The fact that your son knows this already is a testament to how his mama has raised him :o) You should definitely give yourself a pat on the back!

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      June 1, 2012

      Thanks, Melissa. I appreciate the compliment-I try my best!

      Reply
  • Courtney G

    May 27, 2012

    Children are always smarter than we think;)

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      May 29, 2012

      Yes, they are, Courtney. They teach me things every single day.

      Reply
  • Dee

    May 26, 2012

    Dear Jennifer, thanks for sharing this story that is a life lesson to all of us! Peace.

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      May 29, 2012

      You’re welcome, Dee. It is a good lesson for adults, too!

      Reply
    • Jennifer Wolfe

      May 29, 2012

      Thanks, Pamela. That’s something I didn’t expect about parenthood!

      Reply
    • Jennifer Wolfe

      May 29, 2012

      So true, Czjai, so true! I learn ALL kinds of things from them 🙂

      Reply
  • Taylor Gilmore

    May 26, 2012

    Isn’t it wonderful that he “gets it” at twelve years of age. You must be bubbling over with pride right about now.

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  • Shannon Milholland

    May 26, 2012

    Jennifer, I so love this. I think perseverance is the key to success in so many areas of our life. I want to persevere and never give up!

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    • Jennifer Wolfe

      May 29, 2012

      Shannon, I completely agree! Sometimes it’s the only way to get it done!

      Reply
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