Here’s a real treat: a guest post by Coach Chris Hall. He’s enjoying the ultimate Father’s Day with his young son at World Cup 2010 in South Africa! Be sure to check out his blog, “A Coaching Life”, too. It’s World Cup time and I write you from the frigid reaches of . . . [...]
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Category Archives: Family time
Soccer Kid Video: Not Sure What to Say But This is So Sweet
Soccer kid video. Touted as one of the best commercials ever. I might just agree. Brought a tear or two.
What Do You Think the Dog Does When We’re Not Home?
This may fall under the “wish-I-had-done-more-of-this-when-they were-younger” category. I share it as a public service for all of you who have kids not-yet-in-middle-school. A Mom named Mir Kamin has created a list of ten conversation starters to help (re)connect with your kids in just 10 minutes at a time. Sounds ideal for the drive to [...]
Friday Silliness: Taylor Swift Soccer Mom Impression
Sometimes you just need something silly. Kids will like Taylor Swift’s video. But Moms, the second one is good to play when you just need something mindless. Enjoy! Taylor Swift as a Minnesota Soccer Mom No offense Minnesota Moms, I think the accents are sketchy.
Stranger Things Have Happened
If you haven’t seen this yet, prepare to be amazed. Freshman Ryan Rosenbaum, a defender at Southern Methodist University scores on his very first shot on goal in college soccer. Reactions in the Watson household: 17-year-old: That was an accident. 13-year-old: Why didn’t the keeper get it? What say YOUR kids?