Rya had her first soccer practice today! It's more of a skills clinic, but she had fun and did really well. They played some games that helped with dribbling and kicking.
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This is when she told the teacher, "I'm super fast!" She sure is- gets that from Daddy.
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There was some confusion on Rya's part about why she couldn't use her hands to place the ball where she wanted.
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She needed her "soccer hair" for practice!
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Rya got new goggles (thanks, Grandma Linda!) and has worn them the majority of the time since. There are a number of friends who can attest to her love of these pink goggles.
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Swim time with the cousins and a new hat from Grandma Linda's trip to San Diego.
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Fourth of July family photo.
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It seemed safe at the time to light fireworks in the backyard. Max loved the fireworks!
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Max and Rya!
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Ready for the parade!
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The banner Rya and I made for Jason to welcome him home after surgery. It kept falling off the wall, so we took the picture on the floor.
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Getting a new roof! Woo-hoo!
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Jason's incision with 13 staples.
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The month isn't even half over, so stay tuned for more summer fun photos!