Are You Ready For Some Football?

We always knew that Trevor was a little devil, but now he's really a Little Devil. This is the first year of Little Devil flag football, and Trevor is glad to be a part of it. They had their first practice last week and he had a good time. Getting past the running and push-ups, he enjoyed a lot of the drills. They put them through drills at about every position to evaluate where they might want to play. Next practice they will split the 70+ kids into teams, and they will play in game under the lights at the high school stadium on October 23rd. More to come on this for sure.

Just Another Day At The Beach

Last week we met Papa and Nana down at St. Ignace for some fun in the fall sun. It was cool, but the kids still had fun at the park. For me it was relaxing and always nice to see my kids having a good time and relaxing themselves. The kids played hookie from school so we could get a head start on some serious play time. We could only spend the afternoon down there, but made the best of it. Finished it off with subs for dinner and some more play at the park at Papa and Nana's hotel. This was only the start of a fun week.

CMU Football Fun

Last on our agenda was the second outing for the kids enjoying Central Michigan football. We went down a little early to stop by the baseball field and shop at the bookstore. We battled rain, but it led up in the second quarter to become a beautifiull night. The Chips won 33-0 and we were able to get onto the field after the game. The kids aren't really used to football, as we usually attend baseball and hockey games, but still had a fun time with me and Papa. We'll see about taking Brian next year...we'll see....

Water Slide...Denied!!!!!

Continuing our tradition of hitting Adventure Island to end our summer, we fully intended to have some fun on the water slide like the kids did last year. We didn't have Brian with us this year so I was going to have a chance for some fun, too. Unfortunately when we went there on Thursday, they told us they closed the water slide early because the boss didn't think anyone would want to use it. Nice. So the kids went on the bumper boats, and your truly put on a hitting display in the batting cages. We went back the next morning, just to be informed they won't be opening it at all because it's too cold. Hello..we're from the U.P....not too much is too cold for us. We were pretty disappointed, but the kids went on the bumper boats one more time and played in the arcade for awhile. We'll try our luck next year.

Last Ballgame Is A Bummer

Our last baseball game of the season found us meeting up with Papa and Nana in Traverse City for the Beach Bums game. It was good to see the Bums win, and the kids had a fun time at the ballpark. We were lucky as it rained most of the day there, but cleared up before game time. We had them announce the kids birthdays over the PA system, too which made them feel like celebrities. They also had a chance to meet some of the players after the game. It was a fun night, and the beginning of our 'end of summer/birthday celebration.

Eagles Kick Off 2010-11 Hockey Season

We kicked off our hockey season this year again with the Soo Eagles. The held a pair of exhibition games over the weekend against the Flint Jr. Generals. I felt good to be back at the rink, and the cool air felt nice inside as it was pretty hot out both days. Lily and Trevor got to play with their friend Sydney, who we've seen at many Laker and Eagle game. She moved to Cheboygan, so Trevor won't have her in class anymore. The hockey games will probably be the only time they'll all get to see each other. Brian had a good time also, peeking out onto the ice and admiring the Zamboni when it passed. We're glad the Eagles are around, too, since the Lakers don't start until October. This also starts a busy week for us including a baseball and football game later in the week.

Emotional Week of Baseball

The last week of baseball season is always a bit emotional for me. The kids don't worry about it too much, but for me this is bitter sweet. This season was my last opportunity to coach Lily and Trevor on the same team. Lily will move on up to girls softball next season. She proved she can play with the boys, but has been the only girl in the division the last two seasons. Trevor thinks he wants to play soccer again. All his friends play soccer, so it's a tough decision for him. I'll try to bribe him next year with a new glove, though. We lost both of our last games, but had fun and saw some improvement. Lily ended the year in kind of a slump, was still able to get a couple of hits. Trevor ended the season on a tear, going 4-5 the last two games and making some nice plays in the field. If I coach next year, it will probably be an assistant on Lily's team, and two more years before Brian is ready to go. Speaking of Brian, he really wanted to be part of Little League Fun Day last Friday. Lily and Trevor got to hit some, and test their throwing speed. They wouldn't let Brian hit, but let him pitch off of the mound and run the bases.