Opening Day

Hurray, for opening day! Weather reports had us worrying, calling for thunder storms, but it turned out to be a beautiful day in the low 80's! We left the boys at my sisters (Trevor was sick) and Lily and I took Papa to the game for his birthday. We were able to get onto the field for some pre-game autographs and each got a free winter hat. Lily had a great time and was a trooper, but was tired by the late innings as it had been a long day. I'm looking forward to bringing Brian to his first Whitecaps game this summer, and Trevor is looking forward to 'Star Wars' night again this year.

Take Me Out To The Ballgame

Brian's rendition of 'Take Me Out To The Ballgame'

Sick Of Snow

Ok, we have had some fun playing in the snow this winter, but it's time for it to go. Spring is in the air, and we're ready for some Summer fun now. Opening day of baseball season is on April 10 for the Whitecaps, so we're hoping for decent weather there. Sick of the snow, it's time for it to go.

Hockey Comes And Goes

The Laker hockey season came and went this year. We had a lot of fun and created a lot of memories as a family. Brian's streak ended abruptly as the Miami Redhawks came to town and spanked the Lakers 8-1. We felt better the next weekend, however, as the Lakers swept the Ohio State Buckeyes out of the first round of the playoffs. Actually, we only saw the Lakers lose two games all season which is pretty good. We might try to catch a Soo Eagles game before their season is over, too.

Slapstick Softball

Last weekend was the Laker Softball's annual 'Take Me Out To The Ballgame Dinner' to raise money for their trip to Florida to play the first part of the season. This is another one of our traditions now, and the kids have lots of fun at these. Lily even had the chance to throw a pie in the face of her favorite Laker player. Brian was a little tired after our trip back from downstate, but was pretty good. I hope events like this encourage Lily to play softball this summer, but we'll see. Good luck to the Laker girls this season. We'll be at the home games if the weather cooperates.

Roller Disco Lives

Roller disco is alive and well, and, well, Brian has seemed to been crowned the Roller Disco King. I think he had the most fun of anyone while he was skating and 'dancing' to the music. Lily and Trevor had a good time, too, and got to spend time with their cousins Libby and Shelby. It was the first time I've been roller skating since I was pretty young, but I still have my moves. This is something we'll have to do more often, especially in the winter months. I'm not sure if there is a roller rink nearby up here, but I'll sure to be looking into it.

The 'Brian' Streak Continues...

After a Laker loss a couple of weeks ago while leaving Brian at home, we knew it was crucial that he made the game last weekend. Brian and the Lakers didn't disappoint, either, with a 4-2 win. With me having to work that night and Brian being a little rambunctious, we could only stay for about half the game. His presence was enough for the victory, though. Lily and Trevor had fun also trying to keep their little bro from running all over the place. I'm thinking of changing seats so he can't run so much. The Lakers will need Brian's luck for their last home games of the season, as they take on top ranked Miami.