Aug. 31, 2018

Six years ago, Kristy posted this photo, shown at the bottom of the page, that I took before I stood on the sidelines of the football field to cheer on my Bray-Doyle Donkeys. Kristy always said she was my "biggest fan" - and she was.

To athletes who are playing football or cheering on teams this fall, remember to take a moment to hug your "biggest fans" after the game.

Remember the feeling of sweat dripping down your cheeks as you look up to see your big sister rooting for you from the stands. Remember the smells of damp grass and popcorn as you meet your sister on the sidelines after the game. Remember the sound of her voice and the sight of her smile.

Remember that taste of childhood that you might not taste again with your biggest fan six years later.