The Allison Weekly: 10/7-10/13/2013

This week was the first week we've had without Daddy around in a long time. I've decided that he just can't leave anymore. 

On Monday, the following happened...and boy was it a Monday...

1. I was diagnosed with bronchitis.

2. My car wouldn't start.

3. I smashed my iphone screen

This is how we passed the time:

Gavin made bracelets for everyone and they loved them.

I worked on my plank challenge.

 We ate at Po Boys with Nana & Papa.

 They wore these weird, stinky things everywhere we went.

 We had "sugar break ice cream Tuesday" again and Logan almost won an ipad from the claw machine at the mall...twice! We watched Keegan's gymnastics lesson.

 Papa had lunch with the boys.

 Chef Keegan helped make dinner, set the table, and served everyone.

 This came in the mail -- my new medal holder!

 Gavin made a glider plane.

 Finally, Daddy came back home just in time for our football game. We won again!

a sweet ending

After a late night of belt testing at the Den, we headed out for an early morning football game...the Raiders final game of the season. We defeated the opposing team, making it only a one game loss for the entire season. Incidentally, the game they lost was the one where we were on the cruise which meant that they had to play without two of their best players AND their defensive coach! So, I prefer to think of this as an undefeated season! :)

At the post-game, end-of-season party, we enjoyed a brunch of donuts, fruit, and bagels.

Coach Day presented the boys with trophies.

And Daddy gave some departing words of wisdom.

Coaches gifts

And the final call up...RAIDERS! It was a great season and we built some lasting friendships. We're gonna miss those kids!

sideline entertainment

While the boys play football and Daddy coaches, Keegan and I find ways to entertain ourselves on the sidelines. Lucky for us there's a playground at the park where their games are held.

It's just a game, Mama.

Another Saturday, another morning at the football field. The boys are loving football this year, and today I showed that I can get just as excited about a pee-wee flag football game as I can the Superbowl. Well, bad example, I only watch the Superbowl for the commercials and half time show like most women in America. So, the FSU bowl game? That's probably a closer analogy. But really I  just get into watching my kids play sports. Maybe a little too into it...

Early on, things were calm and Keegan enjoyed some snuggle time with Papa.

But then Logan got the ball.

He ran. We cheered. I got some great photos and was click-clicking away.

But then, this evil cheater came up behind him and grabbed his SHIRT. His SHIRT! He pulled his flag and Logan fell to the ground there by destroying my awesome photo op and his potential touchdown! Before I knew what was happening, the crazy mom that lurks inside jumped to her feet and started yelling at the teenage ref. My mom, being the supportive mother and grandmother that she is, jumped right up with me and joined in. Parents stared. The ref didn't know what to say. And Coach Jay was mortified. So, there you have it. Apparently, I love sports. I love photography. And I really love it when my kids rock (even more than they usually do). Mama Hen won't let nobody stand in their way!

(As a side note, I quickly came to my senses and the game continued without any further outbursts from our area of the field)

He got a flag!

Proud Coach!

Logan and Casem.

"I rock!"

Offensive guards doing their job.

Ugh oh. Gavin has the ball. Bite your tongue, Mommy!

** GO GAVIN!!!!! **

Double Trouble.