Monday Monday
Monday, August 30, 2010 at 06:00AM If we all did the things we are capable of doing we would literally astound ourselves. ~ Thomas Edison
So we enter week two of school. So far so good. I say that as I cross my fingers and knock on wood. We started a new school year and new after school activities. Vienne has always wanted to cheer. So when I found out that our little town has a cheer program with their boys youth football league we jumped for joy. She is so in her element. She likes it even more because I'm the assistant coach. But I only volunteered because I thought I'd get a cheerleading uniform. Just kidding.
Vienne cheered at her first game this Saturday. The girls were hot. Look how flushed V's cheeks are. But still so cute. I guess we were taking a break here.
Here are the girls doing their half time routine. Vienne is at the top. One of these days I'll remember to pack the correct lens. I really didn't forget, I just don't like carrying that hunka thing of a lens around. I wish you could tell from this pic but she is smiling from ear to ear.
And do all you has been cheerleaders remember this? When you go to the other side to do a cheer for the other team? SO cute.
So that's where we'll be spending our Saturdays for awhile. Now Natalya is also starting something new. She will continue to ride horses but I thought it would be a good idea for her to get out too. Last Fall she played soccer again. She's played for over two years before, she says she likes it. She never complained about going but I didn't feel like her heart was in it. So I suggested other things. Maybe basketball? No. Maybe volleyball? No. OK, how about softball. No. OK, well, you're gonna have to choose one. "OK, softball, but I don't really want to." You don't know how many times this Summer she said, "Momma's making me try softball." My thought is that at her age if we as a family (because the whole family goes to games to support the other member of the family) have to commit to her sport then her heart HAS to be in it. I don't wanna make V go to every game just to watch N go through the motions. Not to mention all the practices that we have to plan around. It's tough for us all.
I did tell Natalya that if the tries softball with a whole heart and gives it 100% effort and still doesn't like it, then she doesn't have to do it again. You'll never know if you don't try. And guess what? She likes it! At their second practice, the coach asked the girls who would be interested in pitching. She raised her hand! Voluntarily! And she's good! She's never ever played before! OK, I'm not planning on the World Series yet. I'm not even planning on next season. But I am proud of her.
She even has the facial expressions down.
And here she is doing what she loves more than anything in the whole wide world.
Goodness, I can feel the heat just looking at this picture. It was so hot that day. But every horse crazy girl will tell you that any day at the stable is a good one. This one will be My Best Shot for today. I've been awol there too.
Here's to a great week. Try something new and be proud of yourself. Me, I'll be filling up my gas tank again because even though I encourage these activities, my car is my second home.
Reader Comments (13)
Natalya has the most determined facial expressions...looks like she's concentrating so hard while she's pitching and riding! Either that or she's hot... :-)
I hear ya as far as the car being the second home. Gonna have a fridge and microwave installed in mine....
busy, busy already! i bet you picked outside sports for the girls just so you'll have easier photo ops, huh ;P?
Hip, hip hooray for finding activities that the girls can really get into! That is more than half the battle right there! I think some sort of team sport is so important for them to try - Emma would just do ballet her whole life if she could, but I really think just being a part of a team sport is good for them. Now to find one for Addie...that one is going to be much harder.
BTW...I think V. is one of the cutest cheerleaders I have EVER seen. Man.
Oh the sun! I hope you enjoy it and it does help make your photos great! I had to get out my boots this week when we had a cold snap. Your girls look like they are having fun, thanks for sharing.
It is hot here in TX. We are finally getting cooler break at 90 degrees. Start of school and signing up after school activties, makes for busy busy days! Glad V is loving school. Your girls are precious! I have a new blog address. Changed it to a family blog only.
I love that Natalya is having a good time. I think softball will be good for that tomgirl! That picture of her face pitching is awesome! And V is cute as always. Love her shades.
aahhh...parenthood! I'm glad that N decided to do it. Sometimes it just takes a little convincing. I know from experience that once a girl falls in love with her horse, nothing else can take its place:)
Love the cheerleaders! I was one once...long time ago...
I think it's great that you're all trying new things... And I love that first picture of the cheerleaders on a break. So cute.
Wasn't it just yesterday all these girls are *little* and now here we are with all these school girl activites! Geez! So glad both girls have found their THANG! Oh, and the cheering - N would eat that up!
im so glad she likes softball! i played for 9 years and loved it! her and i will have to get together sometime.
Good for you for nisisting on the softball. Sometimes we mothers do know best eh? And physical activity is good for them.Lord knows they'll be a long time in the workforce and possibly indoors. Love that pic of N on the horse. She looks so small there on top of that thing!
HA! That comment about your uniform made me laugh OUT LOUD! Heh...heh...
I love this post! Way to go Natalia, and three cheers for Vienne! My car is the only part of my life that is so completely messy I can't believe I drive around in it. Here's hoping our relentless heat breaks sometime soon.