Kaia's first game!



Um...sure, Mom, I'll smile for a sec. But, I really need to get this water bottle open...

 Kaia gets to play "real" soccer this year :)! Last year she played on an indoor team through the rec center...and, I was sorely disappointed in it. They just didn't really take it seriously. And, not that I think sports aren't supposed to be fun...but, I do want the kids to learn from them! You know, hard work, determination, team playing...life skills...ya know?
So, I have been very pleased thus far with AYSO. It's a good adjustment for Kaia. They have consistent practices, they drill with the kids, and their goal is for all the kids to learn and play.
For all intents and purposes, this is really Kaia's first foray into soccer. And, I'm so glad that she's enjoying it! Last year, she let herself get "too tired" and wanted to take a break. This year, she has been surprised when practices are over 'so soon' :)! 
Kaia's team is the 'Hot Chili Peppers' and, so far-it's great!




Now, I can pose. Because the water bottle is open :)




Kaia got a chance to play goalie for one quarter. After one mistake, which she learned from, she did awesome!



Goalie :)



Keepin' it moving!





Elise poses while she watches




Brennan's turn