On Thursday we went to Classic Skating to see if we could wear the kids out. After nearly 4 1/2 hours of skating, scootering, bike riding, jumping, climbing, game playing and so on, we came pretty close. In the end though, I think the adults were still more exhausted. I didn't take my skates off the whole time. I especially enjoyed playing the different games on the skate rink and trying to help my kids and nieces and nephews win prizes. It was fun to dance the funky chicken and the hokey pokey while on wheels and trying to keep my 4 year old balanced. It was a great time had by all.
That night Maddy, Dallin and Logan spent the night with us. It is nice to have quality time with our cousins (especially at 11:00 at night when they are all supposed to be sleeping). The next day was filled with more playing until we went to Grandma's house. We had a big sleepover in her basement which is always a hit. We played badminton and on water slides until the mosquitoes scared us away. It was another night of very little sleep (especially for the adults since we stayed up reminiscing about the "olden" days"). It was sad to part ways the next day and yet a relief at the same time. I am glad my children enjoy being with their family and I hope they can maintain those relationships when they are older.
Also, this week was Ryan's last baseball game. It started out in a torrential downpour. They finally called a rain delay only after everyone player and spectator was soaked through and through. After 30 minutes the game was started once again. Ryan did fairly well, although I think the wet and cold effected his pitching somewhat. It was a tough game and we lost after rallying in the end to bring the score to 9 -5. Ryan was quite sad not to move on in the tourniment and he is already in withdrawals for his favorite sport.
Brianna also had her last soccer game on Saturday. It has been quite the experience for Roger and I to coach a 4 year old team. It took great amounts of patience especially to quell the frustration Roger felt many times throughout the season. Brianna overall had a great year but I am not sure we will coach her team again. She just didn't like cooperating for her parents even when they were talking to her as coaches. This last game was a nightmare. Roger wasn't there because he was home planting a tree in our yard (a monstrous thing that came from the Millington's yard so it was no easy task, but looks wonderful in our yard. Thank you guys for the tree). Anyway, I was alone coaching and Brianna was soooo tired from the crazy week. She had at least 3 meltdowns right on the field. When I tried to sub her out she threw a fit in front of everyone. I was at a loss of what to do and was a little embarrassed. A wonderful neighbor came to my rescue in the nick of time to save Brianna's life. I was quite glad when the game was finally over. Brianna then informed me that she is ready to do dance now. We'll see . . .
Ryan and Brianna also started swimming lessons this week. Fortunately it is in the Petersen's pool which is only 2 blocks away. I love the convenience of it and the fact that the kids feel like they get to swim everyday even if it is only for 1/2 hour.
The rest of the week was a blur with exercise, church commitments, rain everyday, and endless refereeing on my part with the kids. Oh how we love the summer.
