We have also enjoyed a couple of outings at a local monthly bull riding event. It is a blast as the spectators back their truck up around the arena to watch the bull riding. Steele entered the "cowpie" eating contest and won. He gave us a scare as he started choking on the pastry he had stuffed in his mouth. We rushed in the arena ready to start abdominal thrust as he swallowed and was proclaimed the winner. WHEW!!!!! He was so proud of himself for winning. We were just glad he was breathing.

Football season has started as well, and he and his best buddy Gunnar have really taken a liking to it! The coaches like his "go get him" attitude and the effort he puts forth in his role on defense. He really is a great tackler. Janci is the most vocal and enthusiastic parent out there. She is working on calming down and just staying in her seat with her mouth shut. Good luck haha!! It is just so exciting to watch the kids doing so well on the field and coming together as a team.

SEPTEMBER 2009

We've had a couple of busy months and slacked on our blogging! That is our excuse at least. So here is a quick update. Steele started first grade this year and he is doing so well. He really likes his teacher Mrs. True and his classmates.

FOOTBALL CAMP 2009

Steele had great time at his first football camp. He received a certificate and a pack of football cards for completing the 2 hr a day week long camp! We all learned some great philosophy connecting responsibility and behaviors required in football with everyday life. Attitude=Altitude (What level you want to achieve), the 4 C's (Confidence, Consistency, Character, and Commitment), and the three pillars of leadership (It's not about me, Move the Chains, and Passion) were some key ones. He especially enjoyed getting to HIT the tackle dummy!!! Congrats on a great week Steele!!