Maradona
So nerniner suggested that maybe Isaac would be better off as a soccer goalie, than a hockey goalie.
There are two things that come into play here. One is that in hockey, and for good reason, the goalies are protected by bloody great masks. While this is safer, I think it would take the fun out of it for Isaac, who let's admit, seems to enjoy the thrill of unprotected blows to the head.
So soccer it is.
So tonight I had him in the family room playing with his miniature soccer ball. For the first time he was kicking it on his own, and chasing it around the room walking without an adult to hold on to. It was pretty cool.
But then in a flash he went from being a future Pele, to being the next Diego Maradona, when he picked it up and threw it. This is a clear violation of all soccer rules at every level except the world cup. http://www.sptimes.com/News/100899/Sports/_Hand_of_God__beats_B.shtml
So it seems I am going to have to have a little talk with Isaac about ethics.
Then I tried to engage in mini soccer game with him, and all he wanted to do is be picked up. Play time was over, it was now snuggle time.
It occurs to me, therefore, that maybe soccer players would be a little more well adjusted if they had a little more snuggle time. Maybe Becks wouldn't be so much like a Bull Moose on steroids if Posh would let him have a little cuddle in between halves. You know, nothing untowards, just a little nuzzle on the sidelines.
Or even better, he could bring on of his kids on the field, have a quick cuddle, and then go back to playing. Rather than causing him to "lose his edge", it may inspire him to greater heights of football acheivement.
Just a thought.
So nerniner suggested that maybe Isaac would be better off as a soccer goalie, than a hockey goalie.
There are two things that come into play here. One is that in hockey, and for good reason, the goalies are protected by bloody great masks. While this is safer, I think it would take the fun out of it for Isaac, who let's admit, seems to enjoy the thrill of unprotected blows to the head.
So soccer it is.
So tonight I had him in the family room playing with his miniature soccer ball. For the first time he was kicking it on his own, and chasing it around the room walking without an adult to hold on to. It was pretty cool.
But then in a flash he went from being a future Pele, to being the next Diego Maradona, when he picked it up and threw it. This is a clear violation of all soccer rules at every level except the world cup. http://www.sptimes.com/News/100899/Sports/_Hand_of_God__beats_B.shtml
So it seems I am going to have to have a little talk with Isaac about ethics.
Then I tried to engage in mini soccer game with him, and all he wanted to do is be picked up. Play time was over, it was now snuggle time.
It occurs to me, therefore, that maybe soccer players would be a little more well adjusted if they had a little more snuggle time. Maybe Becks wouldn't be so much like a Bull Moose on steroids if Posh would let him have a little cuddle in between halves. You know, nothing untowards, just a little nuzzle on the sidelines.
Or even better, he could bring on of his kids on the field, have a quick cuddle, and then go back to playing. Rather than causing him to "lose his edge", it may inspire him to greater heights of football acheivement.
Just a thought.
posted by Jason Allen at 8:04 PM
1 Comments:
I heartily concur. Snuggle breaks should be the norm for everyone. You know, like passing the peace in church? We all need more of that.
Wouldn't it be great, if there was a little 'snuggle room' off to the side of the stadium for time outs and the like. Of course keeping the paparazzi out would be entertaining.
It's one of those: the world would be a better place if.... I think you should suggest it Jammaster! Just write to the Argos and the Jays and the Leafs and propose it! You'll be famous! What a revolution it would cause!
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