Can't get enough soccer . . .

If you have followed any of my ramblings, you know that I am a proud dad of two great soccer playing sons. Our family loves soccer . . . ahem . . . I mean futbol! Not only that, but I am a proud husband of my wife who has fallen in love with the game and plays on a women's indoor team and a co-ed outdoor team. Me? No, I don't get play at all . . . you kind of need legs that work for this game. But, I do love to watch it, so I am still blessed by the game.

We watched a FANTASTIC movie last night that I would recommend to anyone, even if they aren't really into soccer. Goal! The Dream Begins is a story about a young man who lives in Los Angeles (from Mexico), who has a passion for soccer and amazing talent. He gets noticed by a former scout and is invited to play in Europe, for Newcastle United. I won't tell you anymore . . . but you must add this to your Netflix/Blockbuster account or pick it up next time you are renting some DVD's. You can watch the trailer here.

In other soccer news . . . we are SO looking forward to the upcoming Colorado Rapids season. They have a new look, a new stadium a new partnership. Not only that, but the 2007 MLS All-Star game will be held here at the new stadium. It is going to be a great season!

And whatever your opinion is of this guy . . . he will bring a new level of interest in the game, just as this guy did a couple of years ago.

Soccer . . . it's a kick!

Fearless

Fearless
Originally uploaded by Life on Wheels.

After a long day of working around the house and L surviving work, we relaxed by picking up some pizza and wings and watching Jet Li's Fearless. L and I had already scene the extended version twice and really enjoyed it. We thought that the lessons of the movie of honor and respect for peace and people would be a great lesson for the boys. So we watched the theatrical version and tried to highlight the moral lessons of the film for the boys. I think they understood and thought about the messages portrayed in the film. I would highly recommend this film to anyone . . . be sure and watch the bonus feature that explains the parallel between Jet Li's story and the story of Huo Yuanjia.

Picture - After the watching the movie, the boys and I were inspired to practice our best wushu moves, while L snapped a few pics.