A big THANK YOU goes out to the readers who are regulars to this sports blog. If you are reading this post for the first time, take a look at the archives, and check back again soon. Here you’ll find stories about my experiences raising my son, helpful tips on purchasing equipment, observations from pro sports all the way down to recreational leagues, and humorous postings from all facets of raising athletes.

In the year ahead, I hope to add more resources to this blog, making it a hub for parents, to find helpful information in raising their athletes. Please pass along any suggestions of topics you’d like to read.

Parents, if you’re going to be partying tonight for New Year’s Eve, remember to have a designated driver or keep the alcohol to a minimum. Those spouses and children at home are dependant on YOU coming home safely. Our family will be celebrating tonight with a few other families of athletes. My son, Brandon and the girls will be competing on the Wii, while the parents play Dominos. Need the practice to keep up with you, Mike!

I look forward to writing for you in the year ahead. Happy New Year, and best wishes in 2009!

-Bob Hammerstrom

bhammerstrom@nashuatelegraph.com

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