DF turns 11 and plays tackle football for the first time.

DFB is growing up before our very eyes. Started Middle School, turned 11 and requested a banana pudding from his sister instead of a cake- it’s becoming g a thing ;) And has played tackle football for the first time. This momma has been tested and in middle school the teachers encourage parents to let go of the reigns a bit and let him take the lead in his school work.  I usually sign and return a notebook everyday so this was a bit of a gut punch for me, at first although it’s now kind of nice to have one less backpack to dig through. He’s trying new things and learning new things and my favorite is that he seems to be learning about himself too. Things he truly likes and cares about. Fun fun to watch and see and I must say, I’m mighty proud of that boy. “Mighty proud” is something my grandparents said and it just rings true. I get it now. Happy 11th DFB!