Winning isn't everything...but don't tell Max!

This is Max and Holyn at Holyn's school last Friday. The school had Field Day which included a picnic and games all afternoon. Most of the games pitted Holyn vs. Max, and let's just say Max likes to win... at everything. Here's how things ended up. Finally, I had to bribe Holyn to lose at the "roll the tire" game or we were going to have to go home. Max's ego got a much needed boost and this is how things ended up. That and an Icee Float from BK. Everybody wins!

Game #5 - Hit Me With Your Best Shot

Game 5 started after team pictures and a fun practice. The weather however, was a little cold for my taste (can't complain too much - it stopped raining for us). Holyn got two hits and Max is still trying for that home run (or just him running to first would be nice). Max had a pretty good stance until his coach corrected him.

I should say Holyn got three hits, check out the end of the first video!

Max got to play next to the pitcher when the other team was up to bat. He did finally pay attention to the game and even tackled a teammate for the ball. But I think my favorite is Holyn's ready stance on third base (or 3rd base shuffle). She was cracking us up, and yes I probably did the same thing when I played.

Game #4

Game 4 took place on May 21st and both Holyn and Max got hits. Holyn actually got batted in twice. Max, well check it out for yourself. And yes, they won the game this time. I love baseball!

Game #3

Game 3 was well worth the wait. Holyn got a hit her first time up to bat (I love the ending of her video). Max got his first hit during batting practice AND in the game. He was a little unsure about what to do next, but as you see in the video it all worked out. As for fielding we were a little distracted. Below is how they kept busy waiting for the other team to bat. More baseball on May 21st!

Beastie Boy

Out of the mouth of babes. Today at the park we joined some classmates after school for a picnic lunch and playtime. Max was trying hard to eat his sandwich quickly and get back to running with his buddies. Our friend Rick (better known as Chandler's Dad) told Max to get that sandwich in his belly. To which Max replied, "the belly of the beast"! I laughed out loud at that one. He is great at one liners, just like his dad.

Game #2

We have a hitter! Holyn scored a hit her first chance up to bat and made it to first base. The dancing on and off the base ensued and we all cheered (remind you of anyone Papa Jim?) Max is still trying hard for his first crack at the ball. He did get a piece of it, but it wasn't enough to send him running down the baseline. He did run the bases after the game just to see what its like. Here the team is getting a pep talk from Coach Troy (Max is in red on the end, and Holyn is #2 in orange).

Game #1

And the season begins... the first game was great. The kids didn't get hits yet, but they are swinging like they're going to kill it. Holyn is fielding the ball like a pro. She made an out running for home with the ball and tagging the player. She did so well at fielding that the next 3 times the ball was hit to her, she tried to get it but decided it was just a waste of time and went to tag the player anyways. Who needs to grab that pesky ball? It will just slow ya down! Max was caught picking his nose in the outfield. (I decided to not make that a kodak moment!) And throwing dirt in the air. I figure Holyn kicked dirt for about the first year of baseball, so he is on the right track!

Baseball Practice #2

On Saturday, the kids had baseball practice (they were rained out on Thursday night). It was great because Lant was home to check them out on the diamond. This is Max's first year to play, Holyn's third year and they are both on the same team. Practice was interesting, our kids must have ran for every ball that was hit, no matter if it was next to them or across the field. Max wore his batting helmet the entire practice (we were happy about that one). There was a lot of digging in the mud and asking if they were up next to bat, but fun nonetheless. The weather was beautiful too. Just hope it stays dry this coming week for their first game. Stay tuned sports fans!

Puddles of Fun

Happy May Day! We hope spring (and not rain) is just around the corner!