…and then the second time at his next at bat! His sweet little team mates rushed the field for hugs and high fives. Mommy is sitting in the stands trying not to cry as her baby cruised by third base to give his daddy-coach a high five.
The thing about Whit is that he’s easy going all the time. He never gets really upset, but he never gets really excited either. Much like his Daddy. So he had an AMAZING game… not just with these two hits, but also making four outs and another inside the park home run in this very game… and he wasn’t dancing on the field and screaming how awesome he is (that would be his big brother’s style). Rather, he smiled like he’s never smiled before and didn’t say a word.
So, even through we didn’t leave the field until 8:30 on a Monday night, we asked him what he would like to do to celebrate. And just like that we were off for ice cream! Two toppings and loads of smiles. He carried his two home run balls in to school today because not only is it his “share day”, but it’s also “Interesting Fact About Me Day” on the ABC countdown to summer.
This is what being a parent is all about. Standing by as your child makes one of their six year old dreams come true.
xoxo
I just got all teary reading that. Your pride for him and his awesome accomplishments last night are so sweet!!! So happy for him and what awesome timing that he gets to share it at school today. :-)
That is awesome, Whit!! There's nothing like the feeling of that home run, but that is a fantastic game all around!
His smile is precious (and can I just say how much I love that this is his Interesting Fact?). Littlest boys are the best!
How exciting!! Way to go Whit!!
Way to go Whit!!That ice cream was well deserved and hey, everyone likes a modest athlete!! And I LOVE those notecards…my favorite colors!!
What a wonderful night! Congrats Whit!!! The delight on his face makes me want to cry too!!!! Happy tears for a happy boy!!
Julia from SC
Love it, and that precious smile! Way to go Whit!!
Soooo heartwarming!!! I've teared up as well reading this! :-)
Just precious!
What a sweet memory! That's definitely what being a parent is all about :)
Way to go Whit!!!
Such a beautiful little son! Lori
Congratulations, Whit! You seem to be quite the athlete! I hope the Atlanta Braves learn of your excellent baseball skills!
Wow! Congratulations, Whit! Oh, my gosh…this really touches my heart too. I just love him! So happy for all of you. Jane, San Diego :-)
Way to go, Whit!! Woo-hoo!!!!
I love this!!! There is nothing like watching our boys play ball!!! Precious. One of my favorite things to do is prop up my feet on that chain link fence and cheer on my babies. Go Whit!!!!!!!!!
WOW! Two home runs is fantastic! Congratulations to Whit and what an excellent choice to celebrate. Have a great day!
"Big Hit Whit" is absolutely darling! I'm so happy for him, and for you!! A few more years and the Braves will be calling!