Some favorite scenes from the past couple weeks…

Peter greatly enjoys playing the role of defensive linebacker. Find the ball, tackle the runner.

He paused during the game on homecoming weekend to give Mom a flower. As I was holding Ruthie on my hip, I tried hiding her behind Peter. Her hair is popping out from behind his collar.

Here he poses with his buddy Luke.

Derek as the Center. I don’t know how he holds that squatting position every play.

Here he’s talking plays with the QB.

Jim has tremendously enjoyed coaching this year. The boys absolutely love him.

In my book, though these two little monkeys get the trouper of the season award. They sit through 2-hour practices twice a week, plus two games every Saturday. Hot weather, cold weather, wet weather–they’re out there cheering on their brothers.

And Molly is the unofficial mascot for the Bengals and the Eagles. Here she is cleaning the oatmeal from Ruthie’s face.