A Cold and Rainy Morning

Anson's lacrosse team played this morning, and at half, the coach threw him in, unwarned and unprepared, as goalie. Anson was a trouper, and although it required a save or two with parts of his body NOT padded, he came out of the net with a new appreciation for the sport. He understood better how to take a good shot on goal, as well as how to set up a shot. He definitely understands better the importance of a good defense!

I was really proud of him, especially since he stayed strong in the face of defeat (the team has lost every game, and this one was no exception), and had fun. We've really showed him how being on a team that doesn't win actually gives him an opportunity to take risks and try new things, with less fear of failure. Go Anson!

These photos of Anson in goal are bad because it was cold, rainy, and my battery died as I was taking them. Next time I'll get some action shots. Russell and Anson are watching the UVA/UNC lacrosse game on TV now, and it's fun to listen to them talk about it. :)