Posted By: OP - Thanks all! on 2007-12-28
In Reply to: My 10 year old, non-sports-oriented son is so sad! (sm) - Worried mom

I told him we are going to look into more places where he can go and do the types of things he likes to do. However, I do disgree that there is anything wrong with other sports...to each his/her own. If someone loves ball sports, I don't see that as making them a "follower". Everyone has an aptitude for different things. Thanks for all the suggestions and insight everyone!

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