7 on 7

The big boys had a great 7on7 season. They grew a lot and both played fabulously. Unfortunately, the end of season tournament didn’t go as planned and both teams got eliminated before the final round. However, both boys were proud of how the played and got multiple touch downs and numerous blocks. Now, we enjoy a break until tackle starts in August. 

Rigby Strong

 Last week, Rigby Middle School, our neighbors to the North, endured a school shooting. Our boys wanted to show them extra support during this rough time. The sixth graders wore "Rigby Strong" headbands and gave all the Rigby boys a pack of extra gum that said, "Thinking of you extra". Both teams walked out to the field before the game and offered sympathy and support. They played for more. Football is community. 

Lake to lunch

We spent our first night of the season in Ashton last week. Even though it was cold, it didn’t stop the boys from having fun. Their favorite adventure was fishing. My favorite adventure was watching them get the fish from the lake to the lunch table. 

Tayden and Brody both caught a fish. Beckett didn’t pack his pole, so he was pretty bummed he didn’t get to fish. But, he was an excellent fish gutter and filleter. Then they all seasoned and wrapped the fish and cooked it over the fire. It was pretty tasty and I was so proud and impressed with those boys. 

This picture is perhaps my favorite story of all. Beckett really wanted to use Tayden’s pole, but Tayden said no. Beckett was pretty hurt and upset and Tayden genuinely felt bad. He apologized to Beckett and Beckett reluctantly accepted. I told them to hug it out, as always, but Beckett wasn’t feeling it. This is how their hug looked. They both came up with smiles on their faces. 

This is about as far as Tayden got gutting the fish before his little brother took over. 

I love that our boys have the opportunity to live this life style. They love it. It suites them. And I love watching them learn and grow. I’m so excited for the upcoming camping season and the adventures to come! 

Stitches

Beckett has been begging for a machete. For months. Finally, we gave in. Well, the other day his friend really wanted to see it. Against Becketts better judgement, he got it out to show him. As he was putting in back into the sheath, he missed and sliced his finger open. It ended up being deep and big and needing stitches. 

Although he was terrified to get stitches, he did great. He cut a blood vessel and it would not stop bleeding, so the procedure ended up being long and painful. Luckily for Dr. Dan, our cousins husband, Beckett felt comfortable and at ease. It also helped that little Kyle made sure Beckett had Monkey before he left. In fact, Kyle was the star of the evening. He ran to get Becketts shoes and socks and sat next to Beckett with his arm around him. The minute we left, he knelt down and prayed for his big brother. Its moments like those I feel like we're doing something right as parents. 

90 minutes and 7 stitches later, Beckett has a new rule with his machete; no more machete. 

Mane Cut

Tayden finally cut his wild mane. And boy does he look handsome!