People often tell me to thank God for having a son, because boys cause less worry and stress. I strongly disagree with that statement. Certainly, girls require much more attention in terms of clothing, hairstyles, and guidance on sensitive issues, which boys also need. The truth is that every child requires attention, care, and guidance. A couple of years ago, Mathias joined a soccer academy, but we couldn't continue, first because he got sick and then because the schedules of his other activities didn't allow us to attend. This new school year, Mathias' schedule left him with a couple of free days, so I told him we would find a way to resume soccer or some other physical activity. For a few weeks, we considered swimming, but once again, the flu got in the way and we couldn't do it.
This morning, during a short break in his recorder lesson, we went over to say hello to one of the music school teachers, and he immediately approached Mathias, telling him that he needed a goalkeeper for his soccer team and asking if he knew how to play. Mathias immediately replied with great excitement that he could play goalkeeper or defense, and right then and there, the teacher invited him to play this afternoon at 2:00 pm in a friendly match. You can imagine that when he got home, he ran to find shoes, socks, shorts, and a shirt suitable for playing. The truth is, I couldn't not take him, after seeing how excited he was about the invitation.
The time came and we went to the venue. At first, we got the wrong court, but luckily the teacher passed by and saw us, ha ha ha. At this point, I don't know who is more clueless, Mathias or me. We corrected our location and went to the right place. Luckily for Mathias, he was welcomed by the teacher's children, who have known him for a long time. Once we were there, his friend and double bass mentor arrived. He couldn't have felt more at home, and they made him feel that way. I should note that we thought he was just going to watch and practice for a while, but at the start of the game, they gave him a jersey and put him on the court, and he did his best as a defender.
The truth is that my plans for today changed, but I don't regret it at all, because Mathias' happy face is worth everything, even if it sometimes makes me want to give him a couple of spankings, ha ha ha. Many people have criticized me for not including Mathias in sports activities, without considering his health conditions, my financial situation, and the time I have available, because it's no secret that I'm a single mother, and yes, I live with my parents, who fortunately help me in every way they can. However, not everything is rosy, and I usually have to prioritize certain things. At the moment, the current plan includes soccer in Mathias's life, and we will do our best to keep him there for a long time.
Images owned by me, taken with my Redmi Note 14 phone camera, edited with Canva.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post, if you have any questions, criticisms or suggestions, please leave them in the comment box, and remember, you too can make magic in the kitchen and wherever you go!
______________________________
______________________________
This morning, during a short break in his recorder lesson, we went over to say hello to one of the music school teachers, and he immediately approached Mathias, telling him that he needed a goalkeeper for his soccer team and asking if he knew how to play. Mathias immediately replied with great excitement that he could play goalkeeper or defense, and right then and there, the teacher invited him to play this afternoon at 2:00 pm in a friendly match. You can imagine that when he got home, he ran to find shoes, socks, shorts, and a shirt suitable for playing. The truth is, I couldn't not take him, after seeing how excited he was about the invitation.
The time came and we went to the venue. At first, we got the wrong court, but luckily the teacher passed by and saw us, ha ha ha. At this point, I don't know who is more clueless, Mathias or me. We corrected our location and went to the right place. Luckily for Mathias, he was welcomed by the teacher's children, who have known him for a long time. Once we were there, his friend and double bass mentor arrived. He couldn't have felt more at home, and they made him feel that way. I should note that we thought he was just going to watch and practice for a while, but at the start of the game, they gave him a jersey and put him on the court, and he did his best as a defender.
The truth is that my plans for today changed, but I don't regret it at all, because Mathias' happy face is worth everything, even if it sometimes makes me want to give him a couple of spankings, ha ha ha. Many people have criticized me for not including Mathias in sports activities, without considering his health conditions, my financial situation, and the time I have available, because it's no secret that I'm a single mother, and yes, I live with my parents, who fortunately help me in every way they can. However, not everything is rosy, and I usually have to prioritize certain things. At the moment, the current plan includes soccer in Mathias's life, and we will do our best to keep him there for a long time.
Thank you for taking the time to read this post, if you have any questions, criticisms or suggestions, please leave them in the comment box, and remember, you too can make magic in the kitchen and wherever you go!
[ES]
Muchas veces me dicen que de gracias a Dios por tener un hijo varón, pues son menos las preocupaciones y el estrés que generan ellos, pues yo difiero mucho de esa afirmación, ciertamente, las niñas requieren mucha más atención en cuanto a vestimenta, peinado, orientación en cuanto a temas bastante álgidos, que de igual manera, ameritan los varones, lo cierto es que, cada niño requiere atención, cuidado y guía, Hace un par de años atrás Mathias ingreso en una academia de futbol, en la que no pudimos continuar, en primera porque se enfermó y ya luego, los horarios de sus otras actividades, no nos permitían asistir, este nuevo año escolar el horario de Mathias le dejo un par de días libres, por lo que le dije que encontraríamos la manera de retomar el futbol o cualquier otra actividad física, durante unas semanas consideramos la natación, pero nuevamente la gripe hizo de las suyas y ya no pudimos.
Esta mañana en un pequeño receso de su ensayo de flauta dulce, nos acercamos a saludar a uno de los profesores de la escuela de música, y de inmediato el abordo a Mathias, comentándole que necesitaba un arquero para su equipo de futbol, que si él sabía jugar, a lo que Mathias de inmediato y con toda la emoción del mundo le respondió que él podía jugar de arquero o de defensa, y al instante, el profesor lo invito a jugar esta tarde a las 2:00 pm, en un encuentro amistoso; podrán imaginar que al llegar a casa, salió corriendo a buscar, zapatos, medias, shorts y franela, aptos para irse a jugar, la verdad es que, no podía dejar de llevarlo, luego de ver la emoción que le genero tal invitación.
Llego la hora y nos fuimos al lugar, de entrada nos confundimos de cancha, y por suerte paso el profesor y nos vio, jajaja, en este punto, no sé quién es más despistado, si Mathias o yo, corregimos la ubicación y nos fuimos al sitio, por suerte para Mathias, fue recibido por los hijos del profesor, quienes le conocen desde hace rato ya, y estando en el lugar, llego su compañero y mentor de contrabajo, no podía sentirse más en familia, y como tal lo hicieron sentir, debo acotar que, pensábamos que él solo iría a ver, y a practicar un rato, sin embargo, al inicio del partido le colocaron una franela y lo metieron a la cancha, e hizo sé mejor esfuerzo como defensa.
La verdad es que, me cambiaron los planes para el día de hoy, sin embargo, no me arrepiento para nada, pues, la cara de felicidad de Mathias, lo vale todo, aunque en ocasiones provoque darle un par de nalgadas, jajaja. Muchos me han criticado por qué no incluyo a Mathias en actividades deportivas, sin considerar sus afecciones de salud, mis condiciones económicas y de tiempo disponible, pues para nadie es un secreto que soy madre soltera, y sí, vivo con mis padres, quienes por fortuna me ayudan en todo lo que está dentro de sus posibilidades, sin embargo, no todo es color de rosa, y por lo general toca priorizar algunas cosas, de momento la planificación actual, incluye futbol en la vida de Mathias, y haremos lo posible por mantenerlo durante un largo periodo allí.
Imágenes de mi propiedad, tomadas con la cámara de mi teléfono Redmi Note 14, editadas con Canva.
Created by @derangedvisions
Esta mañana en un pequeño receso de su ensayo de flauta dulce, nos acercamos a saludar a uno de los profesores de la escuela de música, y de inmediato el abordo a Mathias, comentándole que necesitaba un arquero para su equipo de futbol, que si él sabía jugar, a lo que Mathias de inmediato y con toda la emoción del mundo le respondió que él podía jugar de arquero o de defensa, y al instante, el profesor lo invito a jugar esta tarde a las 2:00 pm, en un encuentro amistoso; podrán imaginar que al llegar a casa, salió corriendo a buscar, zapatos, medias, shorts y franela, aptos para irse a jugar, la verdad es que, no podía dejar de llevarlo, luego de ver la emoción que le genero tal invitación.
Llego la hora y nos fuimos al lugar, de entrada nos confundimos de cancha, y por suerte paso el profesor y nos vio, jajaja, en este punto, no sé quién es más despistado, si Mathias o yo, corregimos la ubicación y nos fuimos al sitio, por suerte para Mathias, fue recibido por los hijos del profesor, quienes le conocen desde hace rato ya, y estando en el lugar, llego su compañero y mentor de contrabajo, no podía sentirse más en familia, y como tal lo hicieron sentir, debo acotar que, pensábamos que él solo iría a ver, y a practicar un rato, sin embargo, al inicio del partido le colocaron una franela y lo metieron a la cancha, e hizo sé mejor esfuerzo como defensa.
La verdad es que, me cambiaron los planes para el día de hoy, sin embargo, no me arrepiento para nada, pues, la cara de felicidad de Mathias, lo vale todo, aunque en ocasiones provoque darle un par de nalgadas, jajaja. Muchos me han criticado por qué no incluyo a Mathias en actividades deportivas, sin considerar sus afecciones de salud, mis condiciones económicas y de tiempo disponible, pues para nadie es un secreto que soy madre soltera, y sí, vivo con mis padres, quienes por fortuna me ayudan en todo lo que está dentro de sus posibilidades, sin embargo, no todo es color de rosa, y por lo general toca priorizar algunas cosas, de momento la planificación actual, incluye futbol en la vida de Mathias, y haremos lo posible por mantenerlo durante un largo periodo allí.
Such a beautiful moment! It’s clear how much love and effort you put into supporting Mathias. His excitement and warm welcome on the field made it all worth it. Sometimes the best opportunities come unexpectedly.
Absolutely, the best things sometimes happen without being planned. Without a doubt, that's how it is, and the truth is that I will support Mathias in everything he sets out to do for his growth.
Well your story is the best example for the quote "everything happens for a reason". May be it's the reason why Mathias was not able to join previous soccer opportunity because his time is planned for now. He must be really happy being able to do what he really loves. Have a good day!
I am a firm believer in that phrase, and that is because everything happens for a reason, even the bad things, and we learn from everything. I definitely think that now is the right time for him. He is more mature, more aware of the things he does and why he does them. It won't be easy, because our schedules are still tight, but we will find a solution.