Spring is here... let the games begin!!
Today was the first day of outdoor soccer, and it was sure a nice day to kick off the season. Kyle was up first, it was so nice not to be stuck in the stuffy old soccer dome. The grass is ( almost ) green and the sun was out. We hauled the old, smoky soccer chairs out of the camping equipment, grabbed bottled water and sunglasses and we were off.
I didn't attend Kyle's game, I had to run kids to a primary activity and then to Brandon's game. James took Kyle to his game, which was against his old team, from which he was cut. It was one of those growing experiences, where you look back and realize it was a big blessing to be let go. Kyle's current coach was very willing to work with us on the no playing on Sunday rule and has gone to great lengths to get Kyle into as many Saturday games as possible. Kyle is also a very big fish in the pond, which his old coach recognizes every time the have a game together.
His team lost, but at least it burned a ton of Kyle's energy. I am all game for anything that will burn a significant amount of hyperness out of Kyle. He plays 95% of every game and usually only gets a break when he is ready to drop. It may sound like torture, but he sure is subdued for the rest of the day.
So, onto Kyle's clone, Brandon. He was at a primary activity and was anticipating me showing up with his uniform and gear. He was worried we would be late and not make the game, even though we had over an hour to get somewhere that only takes 15 minutes. We arrived at the supposed soccer fields, only to find an empty field and a guy in a truck redirecting me to the "new" fields. I followed his directions, got lost, and arrived just in time for the game to start. I guess Brandon had reason to stress, but that is what leaving early is for.
Brandon, very relieved, ran onto the field, in all of his new -team - shirt glory. He played most positions, including goalie, which was a thrill for him. His team lost too, but it was cute seeing a bunch of 6 and 7 year olds take great concern in a soccer game. They are actually very good for their age and played a good game. I had to laugh at the cool kid playing with sunglasses. Pretty funny.
Brandon's team lost as well, but by only one point. He was generally happy with the game--especially treat time. It was all good. I enjoyed feeling the sun on my face, seeing my cute little blondies have the sun shine in their hair whilst wearing their dollar store sunglasses, and watching my boys play a game they are both great at.
Spring is here... Be Grateful!!
Today was the first day of outdoor soccer, and it was sure a nice day to kick off the season. Kyle was up first, it was so nice not to be stuck in the stuffy old soccer dome. The grass is ( almost ) green and the sun was out. We hauled the old, smoky soccer chairs out of the camping equipment, grabbed bottled water and sunglasses and we were off.
I didn't attend Kyle's game, I had to run kids to a primary activity and then to Brandon's game. James took Kyle to his game, which was against his old team, from which he was cut. It was one of those growing experiences, where you look back and realize it was a big blessing to be let go. Kyle's current coach was very willing to work with us on the no playing on Sunday rule and has gone to great lengths to get Kyle into as many Saturday games as possible. Kyle is also a very big fish in the pond, which his old coach recognizes every time the have a game together.
His team lost, but at least it burned a ton of Kyle's energy. I am all game for anything that will burn a significant amount of hyperness out of Kyle. He plays 95% of every game and usually only gets a break when he is ready to drop. It may sound like torture, but he sure is subdued for the rest of the day.
So, onto Kyle's clone, Brandon. He was at a primary activity and was anticipating me showing up with his uniform and gear. He was worried we would be late and not make the game, even though we had over an hour to get somewhere that only takes 15 minutes. We arrived at the supposed soccer fields, only to find an empty field and a guy in a truck redirecting me to the "new" fields. I followed his directions, got lost, and arrived just in time for the game to start. I guess Brandon had reason to stress, but that is what leaving early is for.
Brandon, very relieved, ran onto the field, in all of his new -team - shirt glory. He played most positions, including goalie, which was a thrill for him. His team lost too, but it was cute seeing a bunch of 6 and 7 year olds take great concern in a soccer game. They are actually very good for their age and played a good game. I had to laugh at the cool kid playing with sunglasses. Pretty funny.
Brandon's team lost as well, but by only one point. He was generally happy with the game--especially treat time. It was all good. I enjoyed feeling the sun on my face, seeing my cute little blondies have the sun shine in their hair whilst wearing their dollar store sunglasses, and watching my boys play a game they are both great at.
Spring is here... Be Grateful!!
1 comment:
Sounds like a great time of year at your house! I remember being on a soccer team for a few seasons as a kid. It was fun! I never considered what my parents were doing all that time I was at practice and games lol. You are an awesome mom!
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