We ooh and aah at all our children’s first experiences…..first smile, first steps, etc.  My children are past those adorable baby stages now but those “pull at your heart strings moments” never quit happening.  My son is 15 and has played his best out on the basketball court this week. He isn’t perfect but his determination, teamwork and uplifting spirit makes me just as proud as those first steps. He has used those imperfections to make himself a better player and person. I think he is perfectly imperfect and I wouldn’t have him any other way.