Ethan played soccer this fall on a local team for Kindergarten through 2nd graders. He was the tallest kid on the team and the only Kindergarten aged player. So I think they expected him to have more skills then he really had. Plus, this was his first year to play this sport.
He did pretty well once he caught on to the rules and how exactly soccer is played. Sure there was the occasional kick the in the wrong direction and yes, he did enjoy chatting with the opposing team out on the field, but overall he had fun and that is what matters.
What's funny is that he is a really good kicker and runs around our yard with the neighbors kicking the soccer ball all day long. But once he's out on the field he's like a limp noodle with no energy! He says he doesn't like everyone yelling and carrying on along the sidelines. (I can't say that I blame him!)
Ethan was fortunate enough to miss 4 days of school due to snow and ice. We were unfortunate enough to be stuck at home for those days. To say I went a little crazy during that time might be an understatement. But we were very lucky to have power, because many people did not.
He did get outside some and play with the neighbors. They have a 4-wheeler and hooked up some sleds to the back to take the kids for rides.
Ethan now knows the importance of face masks and sitting up while being pulled behind the 4-wheeler.
