I had the brilliant idea to put Bode in the local roller hockey league. It's cheap. There are 5 practices. 10 games. He's excited.
Only problem? He'd never been on roller skates before. I talked to a woman at the skating rink. She said it was possible that he could learn quickly and join the league, but somewhat doubtful (since i was talking to her on Wednesday and the league started on Monday).
So, i did what every mom would do. I pulled him out of school on Friday so he could go to a "learn to skate" class. (i was actually a little surprised at myself and made sure Bode knew this was a significant exception to the rule).
Oh, i wish i brought my video camera. I had my still camera. But no video option on it. Keegen attended too. And it was HILARIOUS.
The way they twisted themselves when they fell? The way they fell when they weren't even moving? The bum-rubbing when they got up off the floor? Bode was easily a head taller than all the other kids on the rink and i hadn't noticed how skinny that kid is. Wow.
So, since i forgot my camera, i found some other footage online that is very close to what he looked like out there. Start it around the 1:20 part! I thought he looked more like a giraffe learning to walk, but this is close!
Oh and i think we'll wait and start the league in March! Get a few more lessons under our belts and graduate from traditional skates to inline...
3 comments:
The Bambi footage made me laugh! I bet they had fun!! Roller Hockey sounds awesome - hope he's able to join in March!
ha!!
Oh my word! I can't even imagine my kids on skates. Good for you, and Bode!
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