Game #4 - Whole Lotta Shaken Goin' On

Game 4 proved to be a nail bitter. We started out with quite a few runs, only to be matched by the other team in the first inning. Holyn got her hit on her second time up to bat, and made it to first. Too bad she didn't get to advance before the team got 3 outs. Holyn did however, keep busy with her acrobatics and dancing in the outfield. At one point she looked over at me (taking pictures of course) and laughed. Holyn had lots of buddies on the other team, including two classmates. I laughed when the second baseman yelled at Holyn in the dougout to say hi during the game. Nevertheless, the Knights of Columbus are still undefeated with the latest win of 15-8.

Bad News Bears, I Mean Red Soxs Win!

Our day at the ball field started early with pictures for both kids (in the freezing cold I might add, our hands were numb by the end of the team photos), followed by the much anticipated start to the T-ball season. The Red Sox (Max's Team) consists of 3-6 year olds and many different skill levels. I was surprised to see they gathered the entire team together in the infield and let them all run for the ball each time it was hit. Basically each team goes through the whole line up taking their turn batting and then we switch. Max can out run most kids, so he got to the ball first. Max is being tackled for the ball in this picture. After a few throws to first base, he was told by his coach to "let the rest of the kids have a chance" and just had to hang back and watch.

When it came time for our "team" to bat, Max did a great job getting down to business and getting a hit. They do not keep score for the game in T-ball, but Max did. According to him, his team won, and he scored two home runs. Go Max!

Game #3 - Right before the Rain

The Knights pulled out another win tonight with a 2-0 victory. Holyn didn't get a base hit (she did hit a couple foul balls that didn't count), but she did get a free pop after the game. That always keeps your spirits up. The kids are doing a fantastic job working together. Even our left fielder (payed attention long enough) to return a couple balls to the infield. She also practiced a little gymnastics (the recital is in June), what a multi-tasker! Looks like Holyn is waving to her adoring fans here, but that's just her wind up for the cartwheel. Thankfully the game ended right before the down pour of rain. Should be soggy out here for tomorrow's game and Max's debut!

Game #2 - Cartwheels in the Outfield

Night #2 and Game #2 of our triple header week. Holyn has dance class on Thursday nights, but cut it short tonight to make it to her game. The Knights triumphed 13 to 5, keeping their winning streak going another night. Holyn got on base twice and ran home once (unfortunately her score didn't count because the other team got the batter going towards first before she crossed the plate). I don't know if Holyn is superstitious or just trying to pass the time, her new ritual was doing a cartwheel in the outfield between batters. Oh yeah, I got a picture of her in action. Whatever it is, keep it going babe!

Baseball spells FUN

Holyn's baseball team, the Knights of Columbus, played their first game tonight (Saturday's game was rained out). KFC (as they refer to themselves) came away with an impressive win, 14 to 7. Holyn got a hit her second time up to bat and knocked one out on the first pitch. She had a great time in the outfield also. Check out our girl practicing her ready stance, or I mean arabesque. Holyn told her coach, Kurt, that "baseball spells FUN". He said that's his new motto for the season. Stay tuned, tonight is the first of 3 nights of games in a row.

I Still Haven't Got the Rings

Congratulations to Uncle Chris and Aunt Marcie! They got married in Des Moines this past weekend, and Holyn, Max and Lant had the pleasure of being in the wedding. Holyn looked like a princess as one of the flower girls, Max was all business when it came to marching down the aisle as ring bearer and Lant ushered in their guests. I had to laugh, as they started the ceremony, it began to down pour, followed by a loud clap of thunder. Max kept saying to us, "when am I going to get the rings?" We let him know that his role was part of the ceremony and he wouldn't actually get to carry their wedding bands. Even on the drive home to Indiana on Sunday he said disgusted, "I never did get to see the rings". Here are a couple of pictures I got that night. Wish I would have taken more. I do have to say, the kids lit up the dance floor at the reception. Holyn even broke her shoe doing "her moves". Both kids have been practicing in the kitchen while I cook dinner. Their favorite song had to be "Single Ladies". Even Max knew how to put a ring on it! They tired out early, but had a great time dancing with everyone.

Incredible Pizza, I Mean Dancing

We had a great time catching up with our DM friends and meeting their kiddos at Incredible Pizza today. I loved seeing the little versions of the Langenfeld's, Douglas' and Boesen's. Max found a new buddy in Jack, someone who can match his endless energy. Holyn kicked butt at the go carts, bringing home a 1st place trophy to add to her collection. Lizzie and Ryder played hard in the little kids area, my two wanted to tag along but are getting too big to run through the tubes like they used to. I really enjoyed watching Griffin, who took an interest in the dancing game while the others raced. The kid has rhythm Betsy! Thanks guys for joining us, it was wonderful to see all of you again. (Pause Playlist on the side of the blog to hear the video).