- Hurdles
- 50 Meter Dash
- Team Relay
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| Smokin' gun...and they're off! |
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| Clearing hurdles like a pro! |
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| Friends...surely discussing their standings! ;) |
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Track & Field
This past Wednesday was "Track & Field" day at school. This was the first year that "Little Man" was eligible to participate, as the kids must be in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade to compete...he was a tad bit excited about it too! They even got to choose which events to participate in and "Little Man" chose:
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Another Birthday...Come and Gone
"Little Man" officially turned nine years old yesterday. He celebrated at Chuck-E-Cheese, with a few close friends, on Saturday...which was followed up by his first ever sleep over. This coming weekend, we will celebrate with family and close family-friends. And "Little Man" is loving it all!
As I mentioned, we loaded up the car on Saturday and headed out of town to one of the nearby Chuck-E-Cheese pizza joints. We heard the boys talk about girls on the way there, heard about how funny it would be if the pizza joint was called "Chuck-A-Cheese," and we listened to many of the songs that were sung to us. Apparently, we don't have the only Jukebox in town!
Upon our arrival at Chuck-E-Cheese we found a place to call "home base" and let the kids run wild. They played video games, skee ball, etc. to their hearts content before we rounded them all up to have a bit to eat and drink. That, of course, was followed up by more game playing. As the hours passed by, we were exhausted, the boys were out of tokens, and we were all ready to head home.
As we loaded up the car someone who shall remain nameless may have mentioned the fact that a sleep over would have been fun -- had we planned ahead. For whatever reason, "Little Man" has never really been interested in sleep overs soI the person who shall remain nameless thought this might be an opportune time to mention it. Wow...did that sell like hotcakes! The boys, including "Little Man," were all over that idea and by the time we were five minutes into our trip home all of the parents had been contacted by their little guys and had all given the go-ahead for the sleep over.
Needless to say, the next day everyone was pretty sleepy. We had asked politely (around 10:00 p.m.) for the boys to settle down a bit. I was then politely informed..."MOM, don't you know? When you are having a sleep over everyone is SUPPOSED to stay up late!" Um, no, apparently I had forgotten that very important piece of childhood information -- so I took my booty back upstairs with me and hung out until, again, I politely asked them (around Midnight) to please settle down and go to bed. This time around though, my request was followed up by the turning off of the lights and the confiscating of the TV remote control.
I went upstairs and "hung out" for about another five minutes before retiring to bed along with my already-sleeping husband and daughter. And then...I.was.out!
Of course, I was informed the next day that the real party ended at approximately 1:45 a.m. One of the boys had evidently tuckered out shortly after midnight...but the other two carried on, chatting about boy things, I'm told until well after 1:00 a.m.
The good news is...all was, and is, well...and "Little Man" had a very memorable 9th birthday -- his words, not mine! :)
As I mentioned, we loaded up the car on Saturday and headed out of town to one of the nearby Chuck-E-Cheese pizza joints. We heard the boys talk about girls on the way there, heard about how funny it would be if the pizza joint was called "Chuck-A-Cheese," and we listened to many of the songs that were sung to us. Apparently, we don't have the only Jukebox in town!
Upon our arrival at Chuck-E-Cheese we found a place to call "home base" and let the kids run wild. They played video games, skee ball, etc. to their hearts content before we rounded them all up to have a bit to eat and drink. That, of course, was followed up by more game playing. As the hours passed by, we were exhausted, the boys were out of tokens, and we were all ready to head home.
As we loaded up the car someone who shall remain nameless may have mentioned the fact that a sleep over would have been fun -- had we planned ahead. For whatever reason, "Little Man" has never really been interested in sleep overs so
Needless to say, the next day everyone was pretty sleepy. We had asked politely (around 10:00 p.m.) for the boys to settle down a bit. I was then politely informed..."MOM, don't you know? When you are having a sleep over everyone is SUPPOSED to stay up late!" Um, no, apparently I had forgotten that very important piece of childhood information -- so I took my booty back upstairs with me and hung out until, again, I politely asked them (around Midnight) to please settle down and go to bed. This time around though, my request was followed up by the turning off of the lights and the confiscating of the TV remote control.
I went upstairs and "hung out" for about another five minutes before retiring to bed along with my already-sleeping husband and daughter. And then...I.was.out!
Of course, I was informed the next day that the real party ended at approximately 1:45 a.m. One of the boys had evidently tuckered out shortly after midnight...but the other two carried on, chatting about boy things, I'm told until well after 1:00 a.m.
The good news is...all was, and is, well...and "Little Man" had a very memorable 9th birthday -- his words, not mine! :)
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
SevenSlings (Baby Carrier) Promo Code
SevenSlings has some cute baby carriers...and right now, using Promo Code, disneyfun, you can get one for free! All you pay is the cost of shipping, which is $11.95. Hurry though, this particular promo code is only good while supplies last.
P.S. For all you parents out there...check out FamilyFun magazine. It's a favorite in our household and is where I found the code for these darling carriers!!
P.S. For all you parents out there...check out FamilyFun magazine. It's a favorite in our household and is where I found the code for these darling carriers!!
Monday, April 23, 2012
Spring Craziness
Things have been crazy around here lately...I need to get caught up on blogging again but for now a "recap" of recent events will have to do:
1. Swimming lessons are in full swing for "Little Man." He thinks he knows how to swim, but couldn't save himself in the deep end of a swimming pool...so despite his resistance to continued lessons, he's currently back at it. I'm confident he is going to pass this time around and be able to move on to Level 3.
2. Soccer has started -- which means practice one night a week and games every Saturday. Lucky for "Little Man," all of his soccer events are on different days than swimming.
3. My husband and I managed to sneak in a "date night" this past weekend. We went to a local casino, went to a concert, and enjoyed a night out with friends...long overdue.
4. My husband had surgery nearly one month ago to make some corrections with the tendons and bones in his foot. He's currently back to being able to walk (and has been for about two weeks now) but is still experiencing quite a bit of swelling at the end of the day so he's trying to continue to elevate his leg as much as possible and continues to ice his leg too. He can't drive for at least another 1.5 weeks, so I'm currently the chauffeur for the entire household!
5. We have been doing some spring cleaning in the kids room...wow.
6. I took two days off around the time of my husband's surgery, another two days over the kids spring break, and then I took last Friday off "just because." And now, I officially have a serious itch to use more of the vacation time that I have been building up since around Christmas time last year. I currently have over four weeks of vacation built up but am trying to save it until it gets warmer out -- summer, please hurry!
Last but not least, I have the everyday "normal" things that need to get done around here -- like dishes, ironing, paying the bills, etc...so with that being said, I'm outta here!
1. Swimming lessons are in full swing for "Little Man." He thinks he knows how to swim, but couldn't save himself in the deep end of a swimming pool...so despite his resistance to continued lessons, he's currently back at it. I'm confident he is going to pass this time around and be able to move on to Level 3.
2. Soccer has started -- which means practice one night a week and games every Saturday. Lucky for "Little Man," all of his soccer events are on different days than swimming.
3. My husband and I managed to sneak in a "date night" this past weekend. We went to a local casino, went to a concert, and enjoyed a night out with friends...long overdue.
4. My husband had surgery nearly one month ago to make some corrections with the tendons and bones in his foot. He's currently back to being able to walk (and has been for about two weeks now) but is still experiencing quite a bit of swelling at the end of the day so he's trying to continue to elevate his leg as much as possible and continues to ice his leg too. He can't drive for at least another 1.5 weeks, so I'm currently the chauffeur for the entire household!
5. We have been doing some spring cleaning in the kids room...wow.
6. I took two days off around the time of my husband's surgery, another two days over the kids spring break, and then I took last Friday off "just because." And now, I officially have a serious itch to use more of the vacation time that I have been building up since around Christmas time last year. I currently have over four weeks of vacation built up but am trying to save it until it gets warmer out -- summer, please hurry!
Last but not least, I have the everyday "normal" things that need to get done around here -- like dishes, ironing, paying the bills, etc...so with that being said, I'm outta here!
Monday, April 9, 2012
More Easter Fun
We finished off the week of Spring Break and Easter with some more family fun...including a trip to see all three grandmas (Great Grandma "S," Grandma "S," and Grandma "G") and also Grandpa "S", and all of the kid's aunts, uncles, and cousins from both sides of the family.
While our visits were short-lived we were happy to be able to have had the opportunity to visit everyone in the span of just a few short days. (I also managed to throw a "girls day out" shopping with my best friend, and a trip to Chuck-E-Cheese in the mix as well). All in all, a great holiday...and I was thankful to have finally had the opportunity to use some of the vacation that I've been building up since Christmas time!
Here are some additional photos from our fun times:
While our visits were short-lived we were happy to be able to have had the opportunity to visit everyone in the span of just a few short days. (I also managed to throw a "girls day out" shopping with my best friend, and a trip to Chuck-E-Cheese in the mix as well). All in all, a great holiday...and I was thankful to have finally had the opportunity to use some of the vacation that I've been building up since Christmas time!
Here are some additional photos from our fun times:
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| Just chillin' at Chuck-E-Cheese |
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| Deal? Or No Deal? (One of Feisty Girl's favorite games). |
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| Easter baskets! |
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| Wagon rides down the big hill at Grandma "G's". Always a thrill! |
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| Even the youngest family member (Baby "G") was able to participate in the egg hunt... thanks to a little help from her daddy! |
Saturday, April 7, 2012
An Easter Egg Hunt
Today one of the local churches in town put on a 50,000 egg-strong Easter Egg Hunt. There were pony rides, a petting zoo, free pictures with the Easter Bunny, food vendors, and even "tours" of our local law enforcement/fire/ambulance service vehicles.
This was the first time our family had attended this event and, despite the rain, we had fun...well most of us anyway! (More to come on that later).
I especially liked the fact that each "hunt" was staggered, by age, roughly 10 minutes apart -- and parents were not allowed in the roped off "hunting grounds!" That was great because that approach really allowed the event to be something for THE KIDS...and not parents wanting their child to get the most candy or the biggest prize (there was a "golden egg" in each age division that could be redeemed for a special prize) and that meant fun for everyone involved!!
"Feisty Girl" was up first at 11:30 a.m., in the five year old age division, and well...lets just say her first Easter Egg Hunt was a bit too overwhelming. She. just. stood. there. Yes, you read that right. While all of the other kids burst out into the open field to scoop up eggs by the dozen Ms. Feisty Girl stood there, right next to me, and stared...just stared. "Little Man" encouraged her to just grab some eggs -- even the 10 or 15 that lay right under her feet. But she wanted NOTHING to do with it. She looked at us, eyes welled up with tears, said "I'm cold and I don't want any!" So, with that she promptly exited the roped off area and walked away empty-handed.
"Little Man" on the other hand was very excited and couldn't wait for his hunt to begin. His "hunt" actually included all of the kids in the 7 - 12 year old age division. It was packed...but he was as ready and willing as ever to go get eggs. The countdown began, the siren sounded, and he was off!! By the start of his hunt the rain was actually pouring down and we were all getting very wet, very quickly. But like a trooper he ran straight into the cordoned off field for his share of the loot. I think he filled his entire Easter basket with eggs in about 3 minutes flat...it was overflowing with brightly colored eggs filled with hoards of candy and, if he was lucky, one of the special prizes.
After "Little Man's" hunt we ran as fast as we could for the van in order to take shelter from the wind and rain. As he opened his eggs to see what he had managed to grab, we also started to dry off. There was no special prize in his eggs but he was happy none-the-less. He got suckers, tootsie rolls, gum, sweet tarts, and a whole bunch of other sweet stuff...he was a happy camper!
Once he finished opening his eggs and we had managed to dry off some, we left the hunting grounds and headed to grab a bite to eat. Despite the wind, rain, and "Feisty Girl" deciding she didn't want any part of this egg-hunting stuff...we had a wonderful pre-Easter morning together!
Here are some photos from our adventure:
This was the first time our family had attended this event and, despite the rain, we had fun...well most of us anyway! (More to come on that later).
I especially liked the fact that each "hunt" was staggered, by age, roughly 10 minutes apart -- and parents were not allowed in the roped off "hunting grounds!" That was great because that approach really allowed the event to be something for THE KIDS...and not parents wanting their child to get the most candy or the biggest prize (there was a "golden egg" in each age division that could be redeemed for a special prize) and that meant fun for everyone involved!!
"Feisty Girl" was up first at 11:30 a.m., in the five year old age division, and well...lets just say her first Easter Egg Hunt was a bit too overwhelming. She. just. stood. there. Yes, you read that right. While all of the other kids burst out into the open field to scoop up eggs by the dozen Ms. Feisty Girl stood there, right next to me, and stared...just stared. "Little Man" encouraged her to just grab some eggs -- even the 10 or 15 that lay right under her feet. But she wanted NOTHING to do with it. She looked at us, eyes welled up with tears, said "I'm cold and I don't want any!" So, with that she promptly exited the roped off area and walked away empty-handed.
"Little Man" on the other hand was very excited and couldn't wait for his hunt to begin. His "hunt" actually included all of the kids in the 7 - 12 year old age division. It was packed...but he was as ready and willing as ever to go get eggs. The countdown began, the siren sounded, and he was off!! By the start of his hunt the rain was actually pouring down and we were all getting very wet, very quickly. But like a trooper he ran straight into the cordoned off field for his share of the loot. I think he filled his entire Easter basket with eggs in about 3 minutes flat...it was overflowing with brightly colored eggs filled with hoards of candy and, if he was lucky, one of the special prizes.
After "Little Man's" hunt we ran as fast as we could for the van in order to take shelter from the wind and rain. As he opened his eggs to see what he had managed to grab, we also started to dry off. There was no special prize in his eggs but he was happy none-the-less. He got suckers, tootsie rolls, gum, sweet tarts, and a whole bunch of other sweet stuff...he was a happy camper!
Once he finished opening his eggs and we had managed to dry off some, we left the hunting grounds and headed to grab a bite to eat. Despite the wind, rain, and "Feisty Girl" deciding she didn't want any part of this egg-hunting stuff...we had a wonderful pre-Easter morning together!
Here are some photos from our adventure:
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| One of the many roped-off "hunting" grounds |
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| "Feisty Girl"...not hunting for Easter Eggs |
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| "Feisty Girl" with the Easter Bunny |
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| "Little Man" returning from his hunt... he has his overflowing bucket in-hand, unfortunately you can't see it in the photo |
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| "Little Man and the big bunny! |
Friday, April 6, 2012
Popsicle Anyone?
My husband had this brilliant idea to make a gigantic popsicle for the kids as an April Fools Day joke. A fun but practical way to play a light-hearted joke on the kiddos...that we all got a kick out of!
What's needed you ask? At least 2 - 3 different flavored and different colored fruit juices/punches (we used Hawaiian Punch in strawberry lemonade and orange ocean), a mold (any shape), a 3/4 to 1 inch wooden dowel, and some Saran Wrap.
Step #1 - Begin creating "frozen layers" at least one day prior to the surprise. To do this, pour the first fruit juice/punch into your mold...filling it 1/4 to 1/3 full. The mold can be anything that will hold liquid. We simply used a large plastic glass as our mold.
Step #2 - Let the first layer "set up."
Step #3 - Once the first layer has begun to "set up," insert the wooden dowel (wrapped in Saran Wrap) into the center of the first layer of the semi-frozen concoction! Make sure the wooden dowel is centered.
Step #4 - Once the first layer is frozen solid, create a new layer. Use alternating flavors/colors to help insure a "wow" factor! Let the second layer freeze and then add the third layer.
You can create as many or few layers as you would like...just remember the more flavors/colors being used and layers being created, the more time you will need to complete the popsicle.
In the end, the goal is to have an eye-catching popsicle that is so large the kids will have a hard time holding on to it! (In the interest of time, ours only had two layers...one very thick and one thin...but after seeing the pics you'll get the general idea). Here are a couple of pictures of our "finished product," which the kids loved:
What's needed you ask? At least 2 - 3 different flavored and different colored fruit juices/punches (we used Hawaiian Punch in strawberry lemonade and orange ocean), a mold (any shape), a 3/4 to 1 inch wooden dowel, and some Saran Wrap.
Step #1 - Begin creating "frozen layers" at least one day prior to the surprise. To do this, pour the first fruit juice/punch into your mold...filling it 1/4 to 1/3 full. The mold can be anything that will hold liquid. We simply used a large plastic glass as our mold.
Step #2 - Let the first layer "set up."
Step #3 - Once the first layer has begun to "set up," insert the wooden dowel (wrapped in Saran Wrap) into the center of the first layer of the semi-frozen concoction! Make sure the wooden dowel is centered.
Step #4 - Once the first layer is frozen solid, create a new layer. Use alternating flavors/colors to help insure a "wow" factor! Let the second layer freeze and then add the third layer.
You can create as many or few layers as you would like...just remember the more flavors/colors being used and layers being created, the more time you will need to complete the popsicle.
In the end, the goal is to have an eye-catching popsicle that is so large the kids will have a hard time holding on to it! (In the interest of time, ours only had two layers...one very thick and one thin...but after seeing the pics you'll get the general idea). Here are a couple of pictures of our "finished product," which the kids loved:
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| Not sure why he is looking at his hand... but you can see the excitement on his face! |
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| Contemplating how to "attack" his popsicle! |
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| Diggin' In! |
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| Excited to start eating her treat... but kindly stops to pose for a picture! |
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| Mmmm...Mmmm...Good! |
Monday, March 26, 2012
Wacky Weather
This has been the month of "Wacky Weather" around these parts!
What feels like just a very short time ago there was snow on the ground (although not much) and then we had a block of time in which the kids were actually in shorts and t-shirts several times per week (temps were in the 70's and low 80's).
Today brought high winds, rain, and it was cold! In fact, I think today's high was in the low 40's. Tomorrow -- low 70's. Then it is suppose to dip down again (into the 50's and 60's) before bouncing back up into the high 70's again later this week. Talk about "wacky weather"...
What feels like just a very short time ago there was snow on the ground (although not much) and then we had a block of time in which the kids were actually in shorts and t-shirts several times per week (temps were in the 70's and low 80's).
Today brought high winds, rain, and it was cold! In fact, I think today's high was in the low 40's. Tomorrow -- low 70's. Then it is suppose to dip down again (into the 50's and 60's) before bouncing back up into the high 70's again later this week. Talk about "wacky weather"...
I'm not complaining though!!
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Birthday Week Revisited
The official birthday "hoopla" is officially over. Yesterday we spent the day in the Twin Cities. We did some shopping, ate out at one of our family-favorite restaurants, and visited the MN Zoo. Today we ("Feisty Girl" and I) had pedicures, manicures, shared a caramel apple spice at Starbucks, partied with family and friends all day long, and then capped the day off with a visit to Buffalo Wild Wings and watchin' some NCAA games. The perfect end to the perfect weekend!
Here are some of my favorite photos from the past two days:
Here are some of my favorite photos from the past two days:
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| Riding the Tigers? :) |
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| Don't ask... |
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| A Boy and His Father |
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| Girls Morning Out -- Manicures & Pedicures! |
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| All Smiles...girls morning out was a hit |
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| Making a wish -- and blowing out the candle |
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| Presents! |
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| More Presents... |
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Birthday Week!
Birthday week is in full swing at our place. We will be celebrating two birthday's this week -- mine on Thursday and "Feisty Girls" on Saturday. Plans have been made, presents have been bought, cake has been ordered, decorations will be hung later in the week, and then the celebration will begin!
My husband and I both have Friday off of work and "Little Man" doesn't have school...so the four of us are going to plan to do something together on Friday -- not sure what yet though! It is suppose to be gorgeous outside this week (60's and 70's) so I'm guessing it will be something outdoors -- maybe the zoo? the park?
I'll be sure to post pictures later in the week!
My husband and I both have Friday off of work and "Little Man" doesn't have school...so the four of us are going to plan to do something together on Friday -- not sure what yet though! It is suppose to be gorgeous outside this week (60's and 70's) so I'm guessing it will be something outdoors -- maybe the zoo? the park?
I'll be sure to post pictures later in the week!
Friday, March 9, 2012
Visitors
Last weekend we had visitors -- family -- cousins, to be exact!
The kids were ecstatic. And we felt blessed to have the opportunity to watch all of the kids get together and "get their wild on!"
They came. They played. They conquered. We. Didn't. Sleep. Much. But we had a blast, and the kids had soooo much fun together.
The kids were ecstatic. And we felt blessed to have the opportunity to watch all of the kids get together and "get their wild on!"
They came. They played. They conquered. We. Didn't. Sleep. Much. But we had a blast, and the kids had soooo much fun together.
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| Three of the four "wilds!" |
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| The fourth "wild!" (Can you see the fire in her eyes!?) |
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| "Little Man" reads Diary of a Wimpy Kid to the little one. (She seems to be enjoying it!) |
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| Nap time! |
Coming up this weekend...down time. Dad is playing poker tonight and tomorrow night. The kids and I went out to dinner with friends tonight and are trying to make plans for tomorrow but aren't quite sure what the day will bring yet. Stay tuned!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Cry Out
We've all been there...
That moment when it feels like our world is crashing in around us. When we think that we can't possibly take anymore. That we question "why me?" That we hope somehow to be taken out of the situation we are in. That moment...when we feel like we are the only person on Earth to ever have been in this situation. That no one understands. That no one cares. And that we have no option but to give up.
But in that situation is where we need to know that the world isn't crashing in around us. That we're not the only people to have ever been in this situation. That others do understand, and care. And that there is no option but to not give up.
An event in the life of someone very close to me recently made me realize that no matter how much you think someone knows how much you care about them, the fact that you are always there for them, and that you would help them out in any situation -- that you need to make sure, in no uncertain terms, that that person really knows. Tell them. Then tell them again.
Whether for someone you know and love, or someone you've never met...if you are willing to reach out and offer your strength to someone in their time of weakness, make sure that they know that you are there for them. And if you are the person in need, ask for help.
I have always loved this song, written by Third Day, titled "Cry Out to Jesus" and want to share it -- in case you or someone you love needs to be "uplifted" today!
That moment when it feels like our world is crashing in around us. When we think that we can't possibly take anymore. That we question "why me?" That we hope somehow to be taken out of the situation we are in. That moment...when we feel like we are the only person on Earth to ever have been in this situation. That no one understands. That no one cares. And that we have no option but to give up.
But in that situation is where we need to know that the world isn't crashing in around us. That we're not the only people to have ever been in this situation. That others do understand, and care. And that there is no option but to not give up.
An event in the life of someone very close to me recently made me realize that no matter how much you think someone knows how much you care about them, the fact that you are always there for them, and that you would help them out in any situation -- that you need to make sure, in no uncertain terms, that that person really knows. Tell them. Then tell them again.
Whether for someone you know and love, or someone you've never met...if you are willing to reach out and offer your strength to someone in their time of weakness, make sure that they know that you are there for them. And if you are the person in need, ask for help.
I have always loved this song, written by Third Day, titled "Cry Out to Jesus" and want to share it -- in case you or someone you love needs to be "uplifted" today!
To everyone who's lost someone they love
Long before it was their time
You feel like the days you had were not enough
when you said goodbye
And to all of the people with burdens and pains
Keeping you back from your life
You believe that there's nothing and there is no one
Who can make it right
There is hope for the helpless
Rest for the weary
Love for the broken heart
There is grace and forgiveness
Mercy and healing
He'll meet you wherever you are
Cry out to Jesus, Cry out to Jesus
For the marriage that's struggling just to hang on
They lost all of their faith in love
They've done all they can to make it right again
Still it's not enough
For the ones who can't break the addictions and chains
You try to give up but you come back again
Just remember that you're not alone in your shame
And your suffering
When your lonely
And it feels like the whole world is falling on you
You just reach out, you just cry out to Jesus
Cry to Jesus
To the widow who struggles with being alone
Wiping the tears from her eyes
For the children around the world without a home
Say a prayer tonight
Long before it was their time
You feel like the days you had were not enough
when you said goodbye
And to all of the people with burdens and pains
Keeping you back from your life
You believe that there's nothing and there is no one
Who can make it right
There is hope for the helpless
Rest for the weary
Love for the broken heart
There is grace and forgiveness
Mercy and healing
He'll meet you wherever you are
Cry out to Jesus, Cry out to Jesus
For the marriage that's struggling just to hang on
They lost all of their faith in love
They've done all they can to make it right again
Still it's not enough
For the ones who can't break the addictions and chains
You try to give up but you come back again
Just remember that you're not alone in your shame
And your suffering
When your lonely
And it feels like the whole world is falling on you
You just reach out, you just cry out to Jesus
Cry to Jesus
To the widow who struggles with being alone
Wiping the tears from her eyes
For the children around the world without a home
Say a prayer tonight
(Scroll to the bottom of the blog and "pause" the blog
background music in order to listen to the music video)
Monday, February 27, 2012
Basketball - The End of Another Season
Basketball seemed to have a shortened season this year...started at the beginning of January and ending this past weekend. "Little Man" is finally old enough to start playing in a league where games are actually played -- rather than just skill practice/building taking place.
"Little Man" went into the season not sure if he wanted us to sign him up for another year of basketball. However, after some gentle prompting to "stick with it" he decided to play for "one more year." Now that the season is over it is a whole different story! He had a fantastic time this year, learned a ton about how to actually apply the skills that he has learned to the game, and at the end of the season got to play during half-time of the high school boys varsity game. His coaches were both great...my hat goes off to them for keeping an entire team of 8 and 9 year olds under control!
Here are a couple of photos from throughout the season:
"Little Man" went into the season not sure if he wanted us to sign him up for another year of basketball. However, after some gentle prompting to "stick with it" he decided to play for "one more year." Now that the season is over it is a whole different story! He had a fantastic time this year, learned a ton about how to actually apply the skills that he has learned to the game, and at the end of the season got to play during half-time of the high school boys varsity game. His coaches were both great...my hat goes off to them for keeping an entire team of 8 and 9 year olds under control!
Here are a couple of photos from throughout the season:
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| Our "#1" -- Blocking a Shot |
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| Getting ready to put the ball back into play |
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| Pass? Or Shoot? (Looks like he's getting ready to pass!) |
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| 2012 Jimmy Johns Team! |
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