More Bowling For Lily

Lily is still plugging away at bowling. Her scores haven't improved a whole lot, but once I can buy her her own ball, she should improve. She's still working hard and having fun, which is the important thing. We didn't have Brian this time, which made things a little easier, and didn't make it this weekend because I was still feeling sick (recovering from bronchitis). We'll make it up during the week, though. I tried to clean these pics up a bit, and brighten them.

Lakers Split With Falcons

We enjoyed another weekend of Laker Hockey, with the Lakers losing 1-0 on Friday, and winning 4-1 on Saturday. The weather was nice, so the kids were able to 'high-five' the team after Saturday's game and watch them ring the victory bell. It was just the Amigos this week, as the kids didn't have any friends at the game this time. Next weekend they'll be on the road at Miami, but back in two weeks when Bemidji State visits.

Brian And The Whale

After a busy day of bowling and football, we still had the annual Lakers Blue/White game to look forward to. It's fun to watch the team play against each other, and they let us on the ice after the game to meet the team. Brian was a little upset that he couldn't go onto the ice BEFORE the game, so he showed his displeasure by throwing his toy whale onto the ice...Lucky no one was hurt, and he even got his toy back. We decided to watch the game from seats a little higher up, after that, and they gave us free pizza and popcorn toward the end. The Blue team won on a shoot-out, and we were on the ice. Brian still has fun skating around, and we were able to mingle with some of the team.

Birthday Bowling

Trevor wanted to go bowling again for this birthday, just like he did a few years ago. This time we brought along Trevor best friend Alec, and Lily's best friend Lilly (no, that's not a type-o). The kids had fun, and even Brian got to bowl a game. Lily is really liking bowling, and is joining a league this winter. More fun for the Amigos.

Play Ball, Lily

Lily is getting in on the action, too, starting her games this week. She's playing for Elk's Lodge, and is sporting #6 on her back this season. She's played various positions, such as first base, catcher, outfield, and even second base like her old man, here. She seems to be having a lot of fun and is hitting the ball very well. I think the coaches keep score, but it's really not important and don't even tell the players. Coaching goes on all through the game, is skill development and fun are stressed. I like this softball league that she's in now. Little League was great for her, but it was time she played in a league with all girls, and the coaches are high school players. No game on Monday due to the 4th, but a practice for her on Wed.

Wolverines Start Game Play

Trevor's soccer team, the Wolverines, have played two games already. They dropped a tough one last Wednesday, 4-0, and lost to the Panthers on Monday, 8-4. Trevor played well, but is still getting used to his position. I don't know why they jump into games after just a few practices, but I guess that's how they do it. He's having a lot of fun and has a great attitude. He's happy to be playing on the same team as his best friend Alec. This week at practice, they were joined by members of the MLS Chicago Fire. They helped the kids with some great tips and drills.

Cool In The Pool

Last weekend we were able to shake the crappy spring blues by going swimming at one of the local hotels. Lily is really doing a good job of swimming on her own, and really wants some swimming leasons this summer. The boys just like chillin' out and slashing around. If the weather stays cold, we'll be doing this a lot more often.

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.

Bowl-O-Rama

Nothing like bowling to shake the winter blues. We brought Brian along for his first bowling experience, and he had a great time. He tried rolling it by himself, but we finally got him a 'helper' to roll the ball off of. He even got a strike, and ended up beating Lily and Trevor. We didn't care about the score much but had a good time. Both kids were eager to help their baby brother. The event was put on by the Lincoln School PTO.

Fun At Winter Fun Day

This year's Winter Fun Day was just as fun as the last, but I had to leave at noon, so jumping between Trevor and Lily's classes was challenging. I spent pretty much the whole day with Lily last year, so I spent a little more time with Trevor this year. Lily was ice skating all morning, so at least she was easy to catch up with when I took a break from Trevor's class. The kids did all types of activities. Besides ice skating, they had a special gym class to play games and also had a jumping castle. The kids liked Bingo a lot, too, as they always seem to win at that.

Brian Turns Three, Already

It seems like just yesterday I was on here blogging about bringing home our third child. Apparently, it's been three years as Brian celebrated his birthday last week on the 11th. The picture of him three years ago saw us bringing him home in his Whitecaps jersey, and as you can see, he's still a fan. In fact, he will be making his first appearance at a 'Caps game this summer. He already makes it to most of the Laker games, and has fun watching the hockey. He'll be ready for t-ball next summer.

Lily Keeps Swinging Away

Lily has been keeping up on her Laker softball hitting clinics the last few weeks. She is a big hit, and very well liked by the girls on the team. She seems to be having a lot of fun and is showing a lot of improvement. The girls do a good job of encouraging her, and I hope that she decides to play this next summer. The high school coach as also talked to me about her, and wants her to play maybe on a travelling team along with Little League. The decision is up to Lily, but she has so much fun and is doing so well I'd like to see her continue and see how far she can go. Trevor and Brian come, too, and like to play around in the gym while waiting for Lily. They like to play on the mats and Brian likes to play some ball as well. I keep taking the pics with my new camera phone, which is why they're so bad. I'll be getting a new camera soon, hopefully so they'll get better.

Le Carnival'

Lily and Trevor had a carnival at their school last weekend, so they talked me into taking them. It didn't take much, as we always are looking for more fun things to do together. Lincoln School had all kinds of fun activities for the kids to take part in, like a bouncing castle, bowling, hockey, basketball, and bingo. Teachers and high school kids all helped out to make this happen. Brian pretty much stayed with the duck pond again, getting himself nice and soaked in the process. Lily and Trevor seemed to like playing bingo, too. They tried the cake walk a few times, but came up empty. We had a dinner of hot dogs and chips in the cafeteria to cap off a great night of fun.