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4. Don't stress about it, kids read that sort of thing.

Sat Jan 14, 2012, 09:49 AM

Jan 2012

Just let her know you are proud of her goal, even if she doesn't achieve it. Then let her do the rest.

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Overachievers can be a problem too. [View all] HopeHoops Jan 2012 OP

ha ha. i dont put a lot of stock in that. seabeyond Jan 2012 #1

They've all pushed themselves. We've always been laid back about it. HopeHoops Jan 2012 #2

that is cute. nt seabeyond Jan 2012 #3

That's awesome. HappyMe Jan 2012 #5

Don't stress about it, kids read that sort of thing. Ruby Reason Jan 2012 #4

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