Guess What

It is Football Season.

I know you must be wondering how I already know this...and it is because my own personal quarterback woke me up yesterday wearing this.  You can see through the mesh practice jersey he is wearing his normal Cars pajamas...with his big brother's new football gear. 

One thing I can say for Brady Nelson...number two and two (22)...is that he gives it his all.  He isn't always committed to one sport...but when he decides it is time, he gives his heart and soul (and wardrobe) to that sport.  Yesterday, he came in asking me when we were going to paint his helmet and when he could get a mouth piece.  I am telling you...he knows.  He walks by the TV in the morning and if it is on ESPN (which it normally is) he'll stop and just stare.  Then he'll turn around asking for another piece of equipment or uniform.  It is too much.

This year is different for me because my little man Tanner, is starting his first year of tackle football.  He has been playing flag football for the past few years and had a lot of fun.  But as soon as big brother Brett started the "real deal" Tanner has been watching...waiting for his turn.  He has been practicing tackling drills and pass routes in the basement for months.  He is ready.  And the big difference in my kids is that with Brett...you never quite know what he is thinking.  With Tanner...you ALWAYS know what he is thinking.  He is an open book and I love it.  His enthusiasm is contagious and his excitement for football this year makes ME excited!  And I don't get football at ALL! 

Don't get me wrong...I love the mystery of my oldest.  I love how he keeps things under wraps and never quite seems out of control.  But Tanner...he is like me.  You know when he loves something and you know when he hates it.  You know when he is overjoyed and you know when he is broken hearted.  Last night, he was so excited to go to camp...and I was too.  So after they left...Mr. Brady Quarterback two and two & I walked over to the practice field and watched the boys.  Tanner worked so hard...and I was super proud.  Brett came home as cool as ever because he is now a 5th grade football player and he is just 'cool'.  He worked hard too and I loved seeing his face all red and serious.  But you couldn't have wiped the smile off Tanner's face.  No way.

So...I feel it is rather appropriate to say...

Are you ready for some football?

Lord, thank you for giving me such differences in the boys.  Thank you for allowing them the strength to be able to play and the health to keep up.  Thank you for giving us opportunities day after day to learn and love them the way that you love us.  And I guess...because the boys love  it SO much...thank you for football.  :)

Have a Blessed Day!