This morning when I dropped off Younger Boy he said he didn't know if he wanted to play football anymore.

When I asked why he said "practicing every day is just too much.  I would prefer just once a week."

I fought off the urge to say "welcome to really life, buddy".

The agreement we made was that if he went out for football he would NOT quit during the season.  I don't think it is acceptable to not finish something you start.  Therefore...he will remain a part of the seventh grade football team until October 10.

I hope he doesn't do something stupid like purposely get hurt or purposely become academically ineligible.  Neither is out of the realm of possibility.

Prayers for a great football season!!