family of five: an evening at the spraypark

Thursday, July 30, 2009

an evening at the spraypark

6 comments:

kristin fulghum said...: man that looks fun!; Friday, July 31, 2009 at 6:23:00 AM PDT
Anonymous said...: Love the photos! You're taking some great shots!; Friday, July 31, 2009 at 6:35:00 AM PDT
Helen said...: Great shots! Looks like a fun evening.; Friday, July 31, 2009 at 11:00:00 AM PDT
Elyse said...: WoW...looks like so much fun! What a great way to cool off from the humidity!
~Elyse; Friday, July 31, 2009 at 2:28:00 PM PDT
Jes said...: Love the pictures!! did you get a new camera? I want a new one!; Sunday, August 2, 2009 at 3:39:00 PM PDT
Mardi said...: Nat - what great pictures! Cooled me off just to look at them! Love you all, Mardi; Monday, August 3, 2009 at 4:21:00 PM PDT

our kids

The life of a coach and his family is one not understood by many. My favorite coach is one I'm proud to stand behind, cheer for, and work beside. I'm thrilled to haul the kids and all their gear across Texas every Friday night in the fall to be there for him. And I'm blessed that he wants us there. I love the way he searches the stands for us before every kick off, signing 'i love you' before he turns his attention to the field. I love watching him during games. I've seen him run the sidelines as his running back breaks for a touchdown. I've seen him embrace players who have just made big mistakes. I've seen him 'bump' guys that have made winning plays. I've seen him passionately discuss with other coaches. I've seen countless numbers of players come up to him after every game for a hug and a pat on the back. I've watched as young men from years past drive in from college to watch a game from the sidelines and see Coach T. And when I see all this, I know this crazy life we have is not just about winning games or going to the playoffs. It's about perseverance, integrity and character. And it's about the kids. My husband may not work at a church, but he is in the ministry and I'm proud to be the football coach's wife.