Reminiscing
We are spending an incredible weekend in Detroit, Michigan all revolving around the 2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship – Midwest Regional. Of course we are here for the Purdue Boilermakers. BTW: we rolled past Gonzaga 80-68 last night, earning a spot in the Elite Eight. We are really here because my son called me and said, “Hey you want to go to Detroit and watch Purdue?” Those that know me, know I have trouble saying no to building great memories – especially with my son. I got the tickets, secured a hotel room, and off we went. On the way up I asked why we didn’t just go to the games in Indianapolis 45 minutes from home, rather than the four ours to Detroit? He said, “This will give us more to ‘reminisce’ about.” He was right of course and that was pretty special to hear from my, now adult, son. And, was not the last time this weekend he would use the word “reminisce”. I’m going to save the other time he wanted to reminisce yesterday for tomorrow’s post. Needless to say, without knowing it he was reinforcing the power of building memories with our children and giving them those learned experiences.
Interestingly, my son graduated from Murray State University, loved it there, and is a huge supporter as an alumni, but he will always love the Boilermakers. Funny thing is, I will always love the Murray State Racers. With mom and dad both graduating from there, Heath has been to a lot of Purdue athletic events – a lot! No doubt, these athletic events are a great way to spend quality time with our children while creating cherished memories. Here’s the deal: what could be more important than that?
Here’s why this matters. Attending college athletic events at our alma maters can be a great way to bond with our children and create lasting memories for several reasons. First, these events often have a strong sense of tradition and school spirit, which can instill a sense of pride and connection to the school in both parents and children. Additionally, watching sports together can be exciting and fun, creating a shared experience that can strengthen family bonds. Finally, attending these events can also provide opportunities for children to learn about teamwork, sportsmanship, and perseverance, all of which are valuable life lessons. We must never forget that those memories we build with our children, no matter what their age, are shaping their lives. What are you reminiscing about?
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