Fishing with Papa

I took the kids up to Ohio for a quick visit. We stayed in Muirfield with Aaron and Virginia for a couple days. I could get used to Muirfield! Thanks guys for letting us crash there. Ethan asked to go fishing with Papa. The boys had a great time. Ethan caught a snapping turtle. He was so excited. Tyler refused to touch the fish. We had a nice relaxing day at the cabin. Sometimes you have to do absolutely nothing. I loved it!

Dixie Youth Tournament



We went to the Dixie Youth State Tournament. Ethan's team played well, knocked out early in the series. They finished tenth in the state. Ethan played really well in the second game. The coach moved him to shortstop because the other team kept hitting it between second and third and Ethan was the only one who could stop the ball. He did really well for not having ever played shortstop before. He had four put outs. He caught two fly balls and had a double play. I was even more impressed with his attitude. When his team was eliminated from the tournament he said, "It's ok mom; I played my best." And he really did. It was a great season! We are taking a two week break and then we will start with a select, travelling team.

All the parents met in Cleveland and painted our windows. We had a police escort take us to Chattanooga for the opening ceremonies.

Chris' parents and grandmother came over from South Carolina to watch Ethan play. Unfortunately, Ethan's team did not do too well. We had a good time with them here.

We came home from the game tonight and celebrated Chris' birthday. He turned 34 today. Happy Birthday Chris! We love you!!!

District Champions

Ethan's Allstar team clinched the district championship tonight. He got the biggest trophey he has ever received. He played a great game. He had at least six putouts. He caught a pop fly. He hit a single and two doubles. We head to the state tournament on July 13th. Go American Allstars!

Family Time at the Ballfield

My parents came down from Ohio to visit us and watch Ethan play in his District Tournament. It was great to have my mom and dad here. My mom is staying the entire week due to shutdown at Honda. Ethan played great! His team won on Friday night and Saturday night. This guarentees his team a spot in the state tournament.