I watched with such mixed emotions at Thomas's game Wednesday evening. Part of me couldn't wait for him to get in the game. At the same time, as long as he was on the sidelines it seemed much safer for him. He was basically his father's shadow as the game started. I know part of it was that he heard his dad tell a story about how he wanted to put a player into the game last week, but that player was challenging to locate so he sent in someone else. Thomas wasn't taking any chances on missing his opportunity! He also knows that is a good way to learn things that are happening. The game quickly turned into a blowout (not in our favor) and I know Thomas would have his chance.
My sister had come to watch the game, and Catherine was sitting with us also. Robert was working on the chains and I'm not even sure if he got to see much of the action. The very first play Thomas was in he lined up as a receiver (which means it was a running play...he probably isn't going to actually touch the ball this year). As soon as the ball was snapped, the defender came across the line and absolutely planted Thomas. I didn't actually see it happen, but I did see Thomas pop right back up and run down the field. I was very proud that he made that decision. He was in for an entire series in the second quarter and another minute at the end of the game. No matter what happens from this point forward, Thomas will be able to say he was a football player!
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