The cooler nights, the autumn breeze, and of course--football.
Football has become an integral part of our lives. Our fourteen year old son, Jonah, is completely obsessed. Obsessed with his quarterback position on the Freshman team and obsessed with the Steelers.
On the field, he is calm, cool and smooth. Off of the field he has fiery energy that is difficult to describe. Many people have their opinion about kids playing football--the injury risks, etc...
But this game is forming my Jonah into the person he was meant to be. It has been a platform for him to channel his energy and passion in a positive way. He has blossomed into a leader, and I am so very proud of him. Since sixth grade, he has been the one that pulls the team together on the sideline and leads them in prayer---even now, on the public school football field. I am in awe each week.
He has been fortunate to have had in the past, and has currently---wonderful coaches that pour into all of the boys. They are not just teaching football skills and plays. They have been instilling life skills that these kids will remember their entire lives.
So, do I worry about the possibility of injuries? Of course. All moms do.
But I know that I know that if I had discouraged Jonah and not allowed him to play this game he loves so much, he would not have the confidence he has now, and I would have squelched his passion for life.
My prayer this week is that you will, despite your fears, encourage your children to do what they love, use their God given gifts...and bask in watching them become the individuals they were meant to be.
~Maria
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