The Football Blues

(The Saga Continues)

Well I go yesterday to see my son play football for the first time. It was a scrimage against another city's team. The boys were all so cute out there in their gear. My son is the second string quarterback. He looked great. He carried for 20-25 yards. He pitched one to some other player whose official football title escapes me. (not my kid, don't know his title) They got the touchdown. I am quite the proud mom. Things were fabulous until...

The first string quarterback gets tackled and snap, crackle, and a resounding pop; broken leg. The scene that followed was not a pretty one: hysterical mom (wanted to slap her), yelling policeman (at hysterical mom), blood chilling screams (from injured boy), ambulance, fire engine, and me once again wondering about this whole football thing. My husband assures me that my son will not be the replacement.

In my head, I undersand that this was just a freak accident. All of the conditions were just right for this to happen. This isn't a common thing. But that mom thing inside me; the irrational, overprotective, lioness wanting to keep her cub safe from harm, wants to call it quits. "Well you had fun, but now it's done" Obviously Joshua will continue to play. I am interested in marital and family harmony. Seeing as Dad is Joshua's coach and both dad and Joshua are having a great time.

Dear Lord,

Please be with the child whose leg was broken. Be with his family and whatever the situation is there. Lord, please keep Joshua safe while he is playing in this sport. Be with the coaches and the boys. Help them to have a good time and play safe.

Amen