Did you have pushy parents that wanted you to perform well and maybe become a professional sportsperson?

My Dad was big into motor sport, and thanks to him I competed in amateur karting leagues. It was pretty expensive. But in the end my career ambitions got in the way which is fine because I was okay but had no special talent.

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TexChik · F

I see that a lot. Kids being pushed above and beyond.

WintaTheAngle · 41-45, M

@TexChik Yes. My Dad just wasn’t very tough on me but I think some people hope to live their aspirations through their kids.

TexChik · F

@WintaTheAngle My daddy saw that I needed martial arts and that I liked to pitch softball. He asked me if I was serious about being good or just playing at it a little. When I said I was serious He got me the lessons and bought the equipment and caught a million pitches . Our pitching practice in the evening was something we both looked forward to. I could just talk to him about farm stuff and then do what I needed to do pitching. If I made a mistake he would tell me what it was and then go back to our conversation. It was stress free for me. I ended up with a scholarship to pitch and I still kickbox

WintaTheAngle · 41-45, M

@TexChik Yes I expect he probably gained from it some quiet Dad -Daughter time that not everyone has. It probably helped you develop an understanding of how to pick yourself up after a fall. You’re very lucky.
When me and Dad used to drive out to the tracks we’d have something similar. We’d start talking about the track characteristics, suspension settings, tyre wear etc but then we’d just talk about whatever. I think he missed it when I left home the following year.

TexChik · F

@WintaTheAngle yep. Your own children tug at your heart constantly