As we have split our time between Arkansas and California for the past two years, one thing that I am constantly reminded about is the fact that The Ewing's are very driven and determined people. Although I knew this before, those characteristics really shine when your family is living between two different houses in two separate states.
Spencer has been very determined since the day he was born and has become more so in these last 14 years of trials and tribulations. I love the young man he is becoming that is constantly optimistic, caring and confident despite his medical challenges.
I witnessed one of God's gifts this past week as Spencer was asked to join Coach Schroeder and the Valley Christian football team for their practices and games. As you may recall, Coach Schroeder attends our church and we met him through Bryan Blazer, whom I contacted (although I didn't know him) and he so graciously replied to an e-mail from a crazy southern lady who was bound and determined to have her son meet a former NFL player! Ha, never underestimate thepushiness determination of a Mom!
The warmth and acceptance that this football team has shown Spencer is nothing short of awe-inspiring and the players have enveloped him as one of their own. The highlight of the entire week was watching Spencer on the sidelines at Friday night's game as he interacted with coaches and players. I vacillated between crying and cheering throughout the entire game.
Spencer has been very determined since the day he was born and has become more so in these last 14 years of trials and tribulations. I love the young man he is becoming that is constantly optimistic, caring and confident despite his medical challenges.
I witnessed one of God's gifts this past week as Spencer was asked to join Coach Schroeder and the Valley Christian football team for their practices and games. As you may recall, Coach Schroeder attends our church and we met him through Bryan Blazer, whom I contacted (although I didn't know him) and he so graciously replied to an e-mail from a crazy southern lady who was bound and determined to have her son meet a former NFL player! Ha, never underestimate the
The warmth and acceptance that this football team has shown Spencer is nothing short of awe-inspiring and the players have enveloped him as one of their own. The highlight of the entire week was watching Spencer on the sidelines at Friday night's game as he interacted with coaches and players. I vacillated between crying and cheering throughout the entire game.
Coach Schroeder, Spencer and Bryan Blazer.
You want to know the most awesome part of the night? It was when Coach Schroeder asked Spencer, "If you were the Coach, what play would you run?" Spencer told him and that's what play they ran for the last play of the game!
Bryan was so sweet and introduced me to his awesome wife, Kym, prior to the game. She immediately made me feel like "one of the gang" and we talked throughout the game (just like ABHS games!) and I felt like I had met my sister from another mister! God is so good.
As we wait for God's direction on this amazing adventure, it is so awesome to see His gifts he bestows upon us in every way.
"Draw close to God, and God will draw close to you."
~James 4:8
You want to know the most awesome part of the night? It was when Coach Schroeder asked Spencer, "If you were the Coach, what play would you run?" Spencer told him and that's what play they ran for the last play of the game!
Bryan was so sweet and introduced me to his awesome wife, Kym, prior to the game. She immediately made me feel like "one of the gang" and we talked throughout the game (just like ABHS games!) and I felt like I had met my sister from another mister! God is so good.
As we wait for God's direction on this amazing adventure, it is so awesome to see His gifts he bestows upon us in every way.
"Draw close to God, and God will draw close to you."
~James 4:8
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