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Our boys and coaches have created an atmosphere that is like a family. After the game they huddled up, listened to the coaches, and then made a huge circle holding hands and said their Pioneer chant. Then our band always lines up and makes a tunnel for the boys to run through that leads them into the arms of their friends and family. Last night the Senior boys all held hands and walked down that tunnel together, leading the team. The tears just streamed down my face and I'm crying as I write this too. Marcus was so emotional and his dad swept him up into a hug bear hug, lifting him off his feet. We spent some time just holding him, telling him how much we loved him,and how watching him play football since 7th grade has been such a priviledge for us and such an amazing time in our lives. He then went off to be gathered up in the arms of his friends and team mates.
It's a bittersweet moment for me and my husband. The end of this season has marked the end of an era of watching our son grow into the man that he is today. He started off as a little guy playing seventh grade football and ripping it up on the field. His fierce determination to get better and play big and hard has never waivered. He gave all....we are so proud of him. I'm going to miss being a football mom.
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Bittersweet for sure Staci - but we have to let them spread their wings and fly. That's what memories are for:(
ReplyDeleteAhhh, you made me tear up. There are more precious moments ahead - just in different forms. How blessed you are to have had them at all! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat sweet memories you'll carry with you forever, Staci. Thanks for sharing - I especially enjoyed your FB updates the past Friday nights ;-) ((hugs))
ReplyDeleteYou totally made me cry Mom!!!! What a beautiful sentiment!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's always difficult to let go, but he's got a great big future waiting for him, and I know you'll be just as proud of his next achievements. My Snapshot is at http://goo.gl/CQuKI
ReplyDeleteSo isn't it great that you have the photos and the memories? Thanks for sharing...and enjoy.
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Awwww Staci, you made me weepy eyed. You have so much to proud of in your young man and I have no doubt he's not done making you proud yet.
ReplyDeleteIt is sad when something that meant so much to your family is over, but I'm sure there will be other things that replace it. Thanks for sharing a moment in your family life with us!
ReplyDeleteThe end of a successful season is always exhausting as well as sad. My daughter finished her soccer career just recently and I'm not sure what we'll do now during soccer season. Probably rest :) Good memories :)
ReplyDeleteAh, mama, I'll beat that was hard! If the season had to end, it sounds like the coaches and schools have developed a marvelous way to celebrate what the team has done and honor the kids.
ReplyDeleteNice team picture. I always wondered why teams chose white pants (and in my high school too) since players are down on the ground so much.
ReplyDeleteNice team picture. I sometimes wondered why teams chose white for the pants since players are down on the ground so much. Our (high school) team's pants were white too.
ReplyDeleteGreat memories for your family! Congratulations to your son for a such a great football career!
ReplyDeleteHere's my Snapshot.
Glad sports was such a positive force in your son's life!
ReplyDeleteWahoo! Go team! A nd I mean your family team! What a wonderful post!You are all so lucky to have each other! Support and love just shines through here!
ReplyDeleteAw, your post had me tearing up too. Thanks for sharing the experience with us!
ReplyDeleteWohooo Go Team :D
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful tribute to your son's football career. They grow so quickly, don't they?
ReplyDeleteWhat a terrific moment to share with your son. I understand the joy and the melancholy you must be feeling. My son finished his last year of high school and his final basketball season. Here's Mine
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful finish to his amazing career! Congrats to you all! None of you will ever forget how special it's been and it's terrific that you were a part of a team that made it fun and a family atmosphere. That's a bond to be treasured!
ReplyDeleteWe went through the same thing last year when our youngest of three sons graduated high school. All of them played soccer, basketball and baseball from age 6, so we had sports all year for almost 20 years! Hubby and I played sports in school too so we loved it. My youngest went on to play a semester of baseball in college but this spring was the first time we didn't have a kid playing any sport at all. It was weird but not as sad as I thought. (It broke my heart at the end of each season though.)And fortunately, we now have two grandchildren ages 1 & 4, and our granddaughter started her soccer career this year. It was perfect timing and the cycle continues!
Awww...time goes too fast sometimes, doesn't it? It sounds like he had an amazing season though which he will remember for a very long time!
ReplyDeleteLovely post :*) Congrats to your son on a great HS football career! It's fun to watch isn't it?
ReplyDeleteI second that... lovely post! I miss the days when our son played sports.
ReplyDeleteI'm finally trying to get back into the blogging life. I was feeling better this weekend and actually posted two post! Tough day today but I have the blogging bug again - which is the needed. :)
Have a great week!
Beautiful post Staci, 'end of an era' with our children is such an emotional place to be. I've just loved seeing all you've shared of Marc & his accomplishments, your love and pride. Such wonderful memories to hold dear (and scrapbook lol) Hugs to you my friend x
ReplyDeletesad--ends of an era are always a little hard to take :(
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on a wonderful season, and a wonderful career! The years pass so quickly... the memories will last a lifetime. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet, Staci. Sounds like you've raised him to be a great young man. Cherish every memory, even the ones with tears.
ReplyDeleteAww, Staci. The love just shines through in this beautiful post. Hugs to you, dear friend.
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