First soccer tournament of the fall = complete! The Tribute Cup in Appleton was basically a triple feature: new teammates, new coaches, and new camping adventures at Apple Creek Campground.

Both Genesee and I played three games each, though there aren’t as many pictures of her since the professional photographer skipped her field (rude). She’s also thinking about retiring from goalie life this season, so we’ll see how that identity-crisis continues to unfold throughout the next two months.

As for me, I experienced lots of disappointment before the season even started: I am no longer number 16, Coach Aimane left Rush Soccer Club, and I was upset to be placed with my age group this year (because I’m used to playing up with the older kids). However, mom says #4 looks good on me and I think I may actually like this new team and Coach Nico! In fact, I have been named one of the team captains for the year, so I’m looking forward to developing more of my leadership skills!

Off the soccer field, we enjoyed campfire s’mores, walking Artemis around the trails, zooming on our electric scooters, swimming in the outdoor pool, and appreciating the perfect fall weather. I’m so grateful that we can turn our long soccer weekends into family camping trips. Life is good.