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No one ever told me what it would be like becoming a coach’s wife. I have touched on this before but I didn’t know what I was getting into. All I knew was that I fell in love with someone who wanted to be a coach.
Six “seasons” in and here we are stronger than ever. It has taken some time, work, and patience but I can honestly say that we have found what has worked for us. It means we have both given up a lot but most importantly we have learned that we must meet in the middle.
I have learned that there are many times that we say goodbye for long hours but I have learned that absence makes the heart grow fonder. It’s okay to take that time apart and use it to do something for yourself or sit on the couch and watch your favorite show.
I have learned that there will be a lot of sacrifices to make, and as long as these sacrifices are in the best interests of our careers, then everything will be ok.
I have learned that my kids may not go to the same school for their whole lives like I’ve always planned or that I may not be able to build that dream house and live in it forever. That has taught me to dream a new dream.
I have learned that I will live in places that I have never imagined living and in turn, I can now look at each one as a new experience.
I have learned that there will be days of frustration and tears but that I must put all my faith in God and the plans that he has for our journey.
I have learned that no matter where this life leads us, that we will always have the best friendships ready and available to us.
I have learned how to deal with the what-ifs and the unknown. Which also serves as a reminder that I am not in control and it does me no good to worry.
I have learned that it’s okay to not be into the coaching life sometimes. Just know that it will pass and that everyone gets the same burned out feeling occasionally.
I have learned that I will never be the perfect coach’s wife, but that doesn’t make me bad wife. I’ve come to terms that sometimes I just can’t do it all.
I have learned to understand the commitment. The work is the work and one day that work will all pay off.
I have learned that there will be times that no matter what I think, I just need to listen. Provide support and look on the bright side when things get tough and frustrating.
I have learned it takes the ability to adapt and change. Adapt to the lifestyle and the challenges that come with it.
I have learned that it teaches you about independence and puts your personal strengths and weaknesses into play almost daily.
