Merry Christmas

Pioneer Wrestling

Yesterday was Noah's first ever wrestling match. Although the outcome wasn't what he would have desired, he made a great effort and learned some valuable lessons he will use as the season progresses.

As a mom, I'll just say this ... it was a million times more stressful than watching him play football.

I'll admit, I have been one to mock wrestling in the past. But I am quickly realizing that, while the uniform still leaves a bit to be desired in my humble opinion, wrestling is one very tough, intense sport that requires a ton of mental and physical strength.

And, although Noah is really enjoying it, I'm happy it's a fairly short season because after just one match I felt like I needed a bottle of Advil, a massage, and maybe some counseling regarding my overprotective mothering.

No School!

A dream come true! No school! Too bad it's so unbelievably cold and windy today! But, as snow is pretty much a novelty here, playtime must go on!

The Second

wishes coming true....early release from school...

The First

of many, if the kids' wishes come true...

We did it!

We made it through our first football/cheer season. (Well, except for our awards banquet, which is tomorrow night). And, in what will seem like a very short time, we'll do it all again :-) Only, hopefully it will be a bit easier the second time around.

We are honored that our franchise is featured in our local newspaper this month. Here is the link if you have a few minutes to spare.

Halloween 2010

Our new favorite tea. And I'm definitely not normally a huge mint fan...but this stuff is so nummy! Drinking some right now. Mmmm

Practice for Cheer Competition

Abby's cheer team is having their year-end cheer competition this weekend. During last Thursday's practice, Mark had all of the players and their parents come into the gym to watch them have their final practice before their big day.

All of the girls did such a great job. They have worked so hard this year and it really showed in their performance. And, yes, Abby was amazing. Really, she was. And no, I'm not a bit prejudice. I know this because everyone else told me so. I just happen to agree wholeheartedly.

Fall 2010