Monday, May 31, 2010

Little Boy of Summer

It has come to my attention that baseball players come in all sizes. Chip really, really likes baseball and is pretty good at it. He will gladly play catch or practice batting for as many long hours as allowed.

I really like this little video clip showing him batting with Tim.

But the real action is found in front of the batter, don't you think?

How do you think he hits so well with his eyes closed??

Friday, May 21, 2010

Another Awana Year is Over

It is with equal parts of excitement and sadness that I announce the end of the official Awana year. Let's face it...we all need a break from the intensity of Awana, but Wednesdays sure do seem empty for a couple of weeks. Til a million other things fill up those two hours.

We had an awesome Award Ceremony the end of April to recognize the Clubs and Crew. Each Club presented a little something to show what sorts of things they've been doing each week.

This is Tyler's Club, T&T Boys.

In his Club, each boy recited a memory verse of his choice.

This is our amazing Trek Club. You should know that we have one of the largest Trek Clubs in the STATE. Yes, that is very cool.

In Trek, they performed a skit. Nick was cast as the 'cool guy.' Hmmm...no typecasting there.

The audience was held in rapt attention as each Club performed at their best. (Yes, Mr. Tim is out of uniform. Yes, that is a serious Awana violation, and yes, he will be dealt with swiftly and mercilessly.)

It was a wonderful program to cap off a great year! Now onto summer to relax and refresh...and prepare for another Awana year!
(Thanks to Luke for all the fabulous pictures!)

Monday, May 17, 2010

Good Job, Tyler!

We recently attended Awards Night at Tyler's school. It was great to see him and all the other kids honored for working so hard and earning good grades! I loved seeing him recognized for being such an excellent student. He was on the Honor Roll for the whole year. This means he only received A's and B's.

Here he is getting his certificate and medal.

And here is our proud student! Congratulations, Tyler! We love you!

Monday, May 10, 2010

It's Good To Be Back!

Hello, Loyal Readers! I'm sure you are all quite tired of reading and re-reading all of our old exciting happenings here on the Blog, so it is time to present you with new adventures to enjoy.

I took some new family pictures a while ago. I even got some really good ones of All Those Boys, shots that are 'affectionately' referred to as Foursomes by said boys...and not in a very nice tone of voice either.

So like the title says, it's good to be back!
Tyler wrapped up his basketball season while the Blog was on hiatus, so you haven't had a chance to see any neat pictures. Let's take care of that straightaway.

This is what one might call Ty's official basketball portrait.

Here's Tyler himself gearing up for a free-throw.

And look! Tyler's team got second place in their tournament!! Who doesn't love medals? Congratulations, Tyler! You did GREAT!