Abby, Soccer Girl!

We are having lots of "firsts" with Abby lately. First day of kindergarten, first day riding the bus, and now today was the first day of soccer! She is on the "Lime Ladies" team and did an awesome job today! There are just six little girls on her team, so they all get plenty of time to play. Games are only 20 minutes long because they are still little, but it was so fun to see her play! She loved it (of course) and can't wait for next week when Blair will get to see her play live and in person. It didn't take me long to turn into a "soccer mom", yelling direction and encouragement from the sidelines! Yikes! Karrie, Todd & Bridger came to watch which was really fun...Abby loved that she had her own cheerleaders! Here are a few pictures to illustrate the beginning of her illustrious soccer career!

Abby, before the game started

Chasing the ball....

Abby, kicking the ball!

Trying to get the ball away from the orange girls...

Almost the end of the game! Gotta score that last goal!

After a few errands and a short nap for Abby, we met Derk & Christine for lunch at the Greek Festival...my favorite! It was quite crowded, but as usual, I am grateful for an activity that brings people from literally every walk of life. I love hanging out with EVERYONE! This is Abby's fifth year (yep, she's been every year of her life!) and she's decided she likes the meatballs best. Mmmmm.....they are my favorite as well. OK, besides the diples of course, which I've decided to learn how to make this year. I have awesome Greek friends who have offered to teach me, so we'll see. Next week we might hit the State Fair...September is AWESOME!!!!!!!