All Rest, No Play, Wears a Fella Out!

It was torture for Charlie not to be occupying a seat in the bleachers -- the very sunny, hot bleachers -- at Blue Ridge last night for the Eastside C-Team game versus the Tigers. Cole has been dressing out for varsity games but only getting to play a half dozen or so downs each time. So, to be a starting cornerback (and defensive captain) and play nearly the entire game was a confidence-building treat for him! The Eagles lost, but it was a personal win for Cole with one fumble recovery and several tackles. He's #24 in the picture below.


Today, I decided we were ready for a field trip out of the house, so we went to Schlotzsky's for lunch. We were able to enjoy our meal (including about 1/3 of Charlie's pizza in a take-home box for later... on what planet does Charlie leave leftovers from a meal?!) and the drive to and from the restaurant without incident ...

... but the outing left him flat worn out! No wonder he took a such long, sound nap after we got home.


The many (countless, really) ways you have reached out to us have been incredible! I haven't prepared a meal other than breakfast since we arrived home last Friday, including the ample portions we have warmed for lunch each day. The sweet notes and cards that have flooded our mailbox have evoked fresh smiles each day. And the substitute chauffeur duties performed by several neighbor moms have been a welcome relief during times of day when it was just hard to get away from the other pressing needs at home. Thank you to each one of you who have met a tangible need, as well as the many more who are continuing to pray. You are each one a blessing.