The boys have now stuck to karate (with a break this summer) for a year now. We decided to sign them up for a tournament recently and we were not disappointed. They both showed tremendous focus and were able to remember their skills on the big stage so to speak. Mike was out of town on a previously scheduled visit to Ames to visit some friends. My parents and Josh and Kjersten filed into the packed gym with me and the three rugrats. Sam was up first in a group of green belt 5 year old.
Sam did a great job waiting for his turn and stepping up when it was his turn.
The kids got scores (out of 10) based on their skills in a sequence several skills.
Sam came in 2nd place in his group, for which he was awarded a bigger trophy than the average size one that everyone received.
After patiently waiting through his brother's group, Noah was then up with a group of 7 year old green belts.
He was the first of his group, you could tell he was nervous but very focused!
His scores were great! But what we are more proud of, is that his scores should have warranted him 5th place. But, the judges also look at respectfulness of other competitors and respectfulness of the judges. Noah had high marks for sitting during a long group and good eye contact and bowing with the judges. So...
he was actually awarded 1st place! He was so proud and was thrilled to see his GIANT trophy!
Obviously their performances warranted ice cream later that day! So very proud of these great kids!
Back to our normal schedule, Bamma came up with a really neat fall craft this last week!
Sam had his Thanksgiving feast. This year, I set myself like 8 reminders. Poor middle kid, I forgot it last year so I was determined to be there this year. And boy, was I glad I made it! It was adorable!
My cute turkey!
The Chicagoland area got pummeled this weekend with snow. The boy, of course, were THRILLED to wake up to actual snow on the ground on Saturday!
Family snowball fight!
Deven and Makenna came and joined in the fun too!
After all that fun, a cozy night with Ellie was warranted. Ellie's face makes me laugh, she looks like she might be a hostage!
I know what I'm thankful for, great family, great friends, and great times with my 3 boys!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!
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