Jens gets more press

"The Tritons got huge days from freshmen ...Jensen Smith. ...Smith assisted Otto on two goals and netted one of his own.

"We dominated the game," said head coach Brandon Ermels. "The socre line is just a small indicator to how well these boys performed."

"Not until the 30th minute did Iowa Central extend the lead to 2-0 when Smith buried a [throw] in from Kyle Roach."

Shhhhh...Surprise!!!

For over a month now, my friend Susan and I have been planning a trip to see our boys in Iowa, we just had to convince our husbands to make the looooooong drive in such a short trip. I asked Brian's work if I could steal him away for this weekend and didn't tell Brian until ONE hour before we were leaving. He didn't especially like that spring but went anyway...I didn't tell Jens at all and he was surprised in fact he didn't know how to react when he saw us. It was soooo short but I was so glad to see him. I got my bucket filled of Jensen love. That was the best!!! You've all probably seen the pictures on fb but in case you haven't... here they are.

Be prepared...Jens looks old.

The team right before the game, getting pumped up. This picture show cases the corn fields all surounding the fields. Lovely contrast with the sky, corn field, and grass.

Jens getting a header...look at his great face!

Jens...this is the man picture. He looks old doesn't he?

Jens and the Hancock kids...Elijah, Alivia, Jens, Tysa, and Michelle

Little Alivia LOVES Jens and he her. She would follow him all around, when we went back to their dorm she wanted to go to every corner that Jens was in. Such a sweet little relationship.

At the end of the game I had to have a picture with him on his field.

Little Isaac, Kate, Jens, Alivia.

While Jens was holding Alivia, Levi tackles Jens. It was so much fun.

While at the restaurant they were playing salsa music. We all egged Jens on to demonstrate. Amanda was a willing participant. It was fun to see that too.

After the game we went to a mexican restaurant. Kate asked the servers if they served ice cream for birthdays and told them it was Jens' birthday. Then went back and told them it wasn't but they decided to celebrate it anyway. That is why Jens is wearing the lovely hat. This is the family that took care of Jens while he played in Des Moines for the Menace since middle of June. What a great family! We love you guys!!

We stayed with the Thomas'. Lori and BJ are great cooks, we had a full day of meals and boy is the Iowa corn excellent...It was so comfortable in their home. They live right in Fort Dodge and take care of the boys every Sunday. They come over for dinner and get their laundry done. Such a great family!! I am so greatful for their sweet sacrafice and to look over our boys. A big relief to know they have another mom and dad there. We love you guys!!

Here I am finishing little Violet's gift. Was the perfect opportunity to do that. 32 hours round trip...that's alot of sitting.