Back to school started with a beautiful sunrise on our walk to the bus. Lots of parents were there and waiting to see Brenner's new haircut....how word spreads in a small town lol!
Nola was a bit nervous on the first day - not wanting to eat much breakfast. But she was all smiles for mom's mandatory pictures.
Brenner (freshman) and Nola (6th grade)
Game day...all boys dress out for home games. Brenner had some ups and downs throughout the week kicking at practice. The coach cussed at him Monday - B was having an off day. He took it in stride and I reminded him we all have off days - and it likely will happen in a game at some point. But you continue to show up. Like the 6 am practice Thursday for varsity where you warm up and then don't get called in for any plays. You continue to show up. Especially as a freshman.
National Anthem (Spot the White Rabbit near the goal post.)
Running onto the field (I have yet to spot the White Rabbit).
Coin toss.
Brenner was very nervous (read that as rude and bit mom's head off) on the ride in. Coach told him that he may be kicking a couple. Brenner didn't know he would be doing the game kickoff after the Pirates won the toss. He set up the ball and was ready to go. We waited and waited and waited....I was a little nervous he was overthinking it. He told us later that his teammates were yelling at him to kick but he was waiting on the refs whistle. They kept telling him to kick so he did.....and they got called back to wait on the whistle. I told him - wow that had to be stressful- knowing what to do but other hollering at you - the freshman! But a good reminder - you keep showing up and working hard!
Brenner was AMAZING! Great job as a freshman - didn't get the distance for the touchback but still did great.
Video of his game kickoff from our pastor....hope it loads! The Pirates didn't play well overall and walked away with a loss. JV plays Monday so Brenner should get more kicking and hopefully some defensive time. Although this momma is fine with him staying as kicker :)
Saturday morning they both ended up in our bed....not sure why as our room is one of the hottest without the A/C!
Some room cleanup...although I really think she is just avoiding putting away her clothes! Nola has enjoyed her classes so far - and notes how fast the day goes by switching teachers/classrooms. Right now her favorite class is science. Funny story - she has been reading Ghost Soldiers. When she pulled it out of her bag in Social Studies, she heard her teacher gasp and called her over to his desk. Mr. V than asked if he could borrow it when she is done because he hasn't been able to locate a copy. She said sure:)
Brenner had geometry homework this weekend which makes that his least favorite class lol! Here he is working on memorizing the FFA creed.
Football team pics that are also banners hung up at the high school. Photos taken by Creation by Diana and posted on her public facebook page.
