Soon – that word – meaning like just around the corner – is about to happen!

She now is 18 and about to graduate and start a brand new journey at The University of Lynchburg, Va. And signed a letter of intent to play soccer.

She has grown into a beautiful young lady – who maintains a 4.10 GPA. Playing soccer at a high level.

Through the years – when she was almost as small as the soccer ball – she played – co-ed and then onto two travel teams. One in Winchester Va. and then – to better herself- she traveled 60 miles each way three times a week to practice with the Loudoun RED soccer team.

The years have swiftly marched by – all the games in and out of state have passed – memorable only in so many pictures taken. Now – she is about to take the final walk on stage – graduate and then go on.

The memory of the little girl – always smiling – always so small – everyone else was so much bigger until the growth spurt of the last few years. Today – she is almost as tall as her grandmother Sherry who is 5 ‘ 9″ !
She has grown into her role as starting midfielder the last four years.

The years have gone by so fast – the other two will be left behind at home – but her presence will always be felt – her favorite “PIGGY” on top of the stuffed animals – her MANATEE blanket on the wall. The trampoline will only feel the bounce of the younger two. The sound of the soccer ball will be down to one – her memory will remain – but her journey begins.

Today I blog not a end or an old story – but the beginning of a new book – a new chapter and a new page about to open up – the little one has gone into memory – but the image still lingers in my mind – PACA – is what she called me – I think because she couldn’t quite say PAPA – but she made my World – and I look forward to the travel to watch once again. The memory shall always be with me – the little foot striking the big soccer ball -and then the smile and off she would go.

I hope you all enjoy this as much as I did writing it – my tribute to the little one – the soccer ball almost as big as she is.
#homeagain #HGD #JP #just
Papa’s World – the day they grow up and turn 18 .
Great post 😁
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Thank you !!!!
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Watching one grow through fb pictures and posts from friends…it’s wonderful seeing how Maddy has come so far in life and hers is only beginning. Wishing her all life’s happiness!
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Diane Baker – you have always supported my writings – a big HUG and thank you- you are the best !
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