My little Mary Lou Retton

Emma's arm has recovered nicely, so we went to our first gymnastic lesson today. Emma was very excited, but as I anticipated, got very clingy as the class began and I practically had to drag her onto the floor. Fortunately, the instructor took her under her wing and let Emma stand next to her during class. Here's Emma sitting next to her new little friend Cassidy...


After a very tentative start, Emma ended up having a great time. And at the risk of sounding like one of those delusional stage moms, she really seems to have a talent for gymnastics. She certainly has the physique for it. The other parents were commenting on how well Emma did on the balance beam (despite the uncertain look she has in this picture, she really did great on the beam.)


So I'm all ready to order our tickets for the 2016 Olympics - wherever they may be - because Emma will no doubt be the captain of the U.S. gymnastics team by then (kidding!)