Week 47 of 52 in 2017

We had a busy week (as usual) leading up to Thanksgiving as we were hosting.  But, Michael took off the day before to prepare the sides and the boys helped with making the sweet potato pies.

We surprised them with tickets to see the Lion King at the Hippodrome.  They were super excited to see the show and loved the costumes, signing and being in a historic location.

We hadn't seen Michael's mom in awhile because of how busy our weekends had been with soccer, fall baseball and indoor lacrosse.  So, we took the opportunity to catch up with her. We caught this beautiful sunset on Saturday after playing outside for a bit.  It was a nice warm day for late November and we were just lucky enough to catch this view.

Week 46 of 52 in 2017

Jackson and Connor:  The boys went to a summer camp with the Baltimore Blast and they were afforded the option to go to the Blast game on Friday for free.  It was the first of what we hope is more opportunities that we get to go since the arena is basically in our backyard. You could hear them rooting for the team giving their best "Let's Go Blast" chants with the rest of the crowd. 

Jackson: He had his FINAL indoor lacrosse.  He had a great time and developed a passion for playing in the goal.  Couldn't be happier for this boy to find a spring sport that he enjoys.  There is still a struggle with missing Dad when he coaches baseball but he appreciates the movement and action that lacrosse offers.

Week 45 of 52 in 2017

Jackson:  Jackson spent a lot of time in goal this weekend for the U9 Soccer Playoffs.  He gave up a couple of goals after the defenders looked like they were napping but held the lead for his team.  We are so happy that he's found his spot on the field. 

Jackson and Connor:  It was a cold weekend and Manchester City didn't expect to get very far after winning just 1 game the whole entire season and having a negative 30 goal differential at the end of the regular season.  These boys played their hardest and the hustle was on from the 1st game and didn't end until they were holding the trophies.  Couldn't have happened to more deserving kids.

Week 44 of 52 in 2017

Jackson and Connor:  The boys had a great time during the Annual RFES parade and at their class parties.  We had a rough couple of hours before Halloween with mommy probably having the worst tantrum although there was lots of defiance and back talking and crying.  We rallied and made it out to get some candy with friends.

Jackson:  Jackson had an amazing weekend for sports.  He played the 2nd half in goal for Manchester City on Saturday morning and only gave up one goal but had a lot of stops and helped out on defense before getting in the goal.  On Sunday, we got the time mixed up for indoor lacrosse and showed up an hour early.  He was asked to play because Team #1 was down players and they needed substitutes.  Jackson was insistent with the Team #1 coach and landed in the goal for the 2nd half.  He had some great saves and held off Carroll Manor, which his Team #2 had lost to the week before 16-0.  After that hour, he was back on the field with his team. So PROUD of this kid and how badly he wants to contribute.