Soccer & Skating

Claire really really really wanted to try out soccer, so I signed her up through the rec center, and no surprise....she absolutely loved it. She smiled about 80% of the game, the other 20% she was seriously focused. One thing we thought was funny about Claire when she played is, she never ever placed offense, but was always on defense. As soon as the other team would start heading to our goal, she would rush up and play goalie. I am pretty sure we were the worst team in the whole league, but hey, that didn't stop the kids from having a blast. There was only one day where the weather didn't cooperate, which is saying something for it being spring soccer. She really wanted me to sign her up for summer soccer, but with all the other activities going on in the summer, I think we will wait until fall. I am glad she loved it so much!!

The day of Claire's first soccer game, was Lilly's ice skating competition. It was her second one she's participated in, she wasn't as nervous this time around. She is turning into such a beautiful skater. We still only have her going twice a week, but that may change. She graduated from all the lessons, and now we are trying to figure out what the next step will be. Every once in a while I ask her if she still loves it, and if she wants to still skate...and she always answers with a big yes and a "I will never quit skating". I hope that's the truth! I love watching her and seeing how much she improves. Her coach texted me after the competition and told me that she got emotional watching Lilly because of how much she has improved and how beautiful she is getting on the ice. It made me feel so good. 

She came in 2nd place, and was as happy as could be. She had some friends and family come to support her, and was so excited that they came! It was a fun day!