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STORIES OF A SIDELINE MOM

A GIRL JUGGLING THE LOVE OF BOTH MOTHERHOOD AND HER JOB

STORIES OF A SIDELINE MOM
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Stories of a Sideline Mom

9/13/2014

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I'm about to embark on one of the greatest challenges of my career. The adjustment from college to the pros will be different, the move from Saturdays to Thursdays and Sundays will be tough, working with a new crew and forming new relationships within the NFL will take some getting used to. But really the biggest challenge of all will be the balance of work and family.

Everyone always asks me how hard it is being a woman in this business? Having to always prove ourselves, make sure we are taken seriously, and how we block out the constant critics on social media.

But for me, one of the hardest things about being a woman in this business is the balance of work and family, managing the hectic travel schedule and my children's hectic lives. After all three boys under the age of 8 is a handful as it is.

That's what has been keeping me up at night the last few weeks, that is what is causing the hesitation when people ask about how excited I am to be part of the number one crew on Thursdays and Sundays. After all this is what I've worked so hard for all my life isn't it? But I've also worked so hard to raise a family.

Believe me, I realize how fortunate I am and I couldn't be more excited about this opportunity. It's going to be awesome. But I could've used some warning, some advice about how challenging this business would be for a mother.

In our business there are not many shoulders to lean on or brains to pick when it comes to this subject. That's why I've decided to write this blog.

I'm going to spend this first season chronicling that balance of work and family. I'm calling it "Stories of a Sideline Mom".

I hope you laugh, maybe you'll find some of it sad, but most importantly I hope to inspire others along this journey.

Stay tuned for first post...

       

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6 Comments
Eddie how lab
9/13/2014 02:40:01 am

Tracy I always admired your dedication to the business. This blog will help women and men who want to be your line of work and want to raise a family.Keep blogging and I'll keep reading.

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Steve Horton
9/13/2014 03:16:15 am

Looking forward to reading your thoughts. I know there are great challenges and great rewards ahead of you. You seem to really enjoy what you do and I appreciate the way you approach your job. You're entertaining and knowledgeable--and you don't take yourself too seriously. Enjoy this adventure--both of them. Your boys will think they have the coolest mom in the world if they feel included and that they are a priority to you. Thanks again for sharing Tracy. I'll be reading--and watching.

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Tina
9/13/2014 10:29:26 am

What a great photo! Can't wait to read more entries!!

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KJC
9/16/2014 11:19:09 pm

I have no doubt that you will be a success as a sports reporter. My thought when I would see you on TV was, if she has any children it has to be hard to go back to a hotel and not tuck them in bed and kiss them goodnight. When I saw the picture at the Yankee's game, and this picture I see you have three children. I will pray that you be given the strength to handle both. Feel free to email:) GB Coach KJC

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Pam Aronson
11/24/2014 05:24:52 am

Was a working mom of 3 daughters, each born 2 years apart, so I feel for you. Was single for most of their growing-up years and worked two jobs--6 days a week, including some travel. The ONLY thing I wished I'd known back then was how to keep my energies balanced to keep my energy up and stress down. There's an energy self-care system, including a short 5-minute routine (honestly!) by Donna Eden that changed my life. You can do it anywhere, anytime, in any clothes. I won't get into details here, but the You Tube search words below will bring you to one of the best demos I've found w/ explanations. Even if you just learn and do the very simple "3 thumps and hook-up" regularly, I believe you'll notice a difference. These are shown in the first 5 minutes of the video.You are free to contact me with questions about any of this or if the search words don't get you to Sarah. Hope this helps.
You Tube search words:
Donna Eden's Five Minute Routine--(scroll down until you find Sarah Wenaus.)
Good luck!

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Lukas link
12/26/2020 07:30:03 pm

Hello mate great blog postt

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