Grandpa Ted

Grandpa Ted was one of the kindest people I have had the pleasure of knowing. He was so kind and loving towards all his grandchildren and every pet he ever had. He loved animals and had many, very many. He was always good to help. He let me use his trailer to camp in every Raspberry Days so I wouldn't have to drive home late at night just to go back to work early in the morning. He also let my cousin Jake use it when he was a hunting guide in Montana. He also had a sense of humor. When he was in the Navy, his ship was on leave in Japan. He, and a bunch of other sailors, bought kimonos. They dressed up like girls. When the ship was leaving, they came on deck and started waving to the Japanese men on the dock. The men, fearing that they were taking their girls, hopped in their boats and started after the ship. They sure got a surprise when they learned that they were chasing after American sailors, not their girls. He loved camping, hunting, family, and friends. I miss him very much.

Bears vs Fruitland

Well, the championship game was a good one. Nate pitched a great game, he was throwing one of his best. Fruitland also had a lights out pitcher. He was a lefty, and he could locate the ball like I couldn't believe. The Bears had a tough game, but they played hard, very hard. Fruitland hit some key line drives and an early home run. Despite a homer from Nate, the Bears lost 6-1. I guess it was time to let the other kids have a turn. The Fruitland team earned it, but we are still two up on them.; )

Bears vs Payette

The Bears had another good game. Spencer pitched a great six and a half innings. He had one of the best games he has had this season. Jordan came in in the seventh and finished the game. The Bears had some great catches and stops. They had a lot of good reads, and double plays. Their bats were also hot. Nate hit a home run, and their were numerous doubles and key singles. The Payette team struggled from the beginning and never quite caught up. The Bears beat Payette 11-4. They will play Fruitland in the State Championship tomorrow at 4:00pm. It will also be broadcast live on KVSI.

Bears vs Bonners Ferry

The Bears played their first game of the state tournament. Bonners Ferry scored one run in the first inning, but that was it. Nate pitched a great game. The Bears had all their bats working for them. They were also locating the hits in key holes, which drove in many more runs. Bonners Ferry only had two errors, but they couldn't hit off Nate. The Bears ten-run-ruled Bonners Ferry 15-1 in the fifth inning. Today we play Payette at 4pm, it should be broad cast on KVSI. I will keep you posted on the games as they play out.

Happy Mother's Day

I just want to take this opportunity to thank all the mothers in my life. First, my mother is my hero. She is one of the strongest women I know. She has always let me be me. She let me explore and become who I am. She is always there when I need advice, or just need to vent. I am very blessed to have been raised by such a smart, kind, and strong woman. Next, I would like to thank my grandmothers. Each one has taught me something different, but vitally important. They are all very important in who I have become. Also, I would like to thank my mother-in-law, she has always been there give advice. She is also very proud of and devoted to her family, and loves them very much. Thanks again to all the great mothers I have had the fortune of being around and learning from. Happy Mother's Day!

We Lived

Its official, we lived through this semester! It has been a very hard and draining semester, so we are very glad to have it in the past. We actually have free time know, whats that? I am so excited to be able to catch up on all the projects I have planned to do, but never had the time. Cameron is so excited to actually have a wife, not just a statue holding a book. I am not sure what the summer has in store for us, but I am sure that it will be great. Right know, we are just happy we don't have to read another textbook or take another test until the fall!

Bears Do It Again

Well, they did it. The Bears made it to state for the third time in a row. They won the district championship yesterday against Snake River. I'm not gonna lie, it was a very close game. We struggled in the first few innings, but then a pitching change gave us the pitches we liked and we took full advantage. They caught up to our lead, but then some key hits and a home run by Nate gave us the lead we needed to win. They played a good game and earned their trip to state. If anyone doesn't know State is in Ontario, Oregon (about 20 min out of Boise, depending on the traffic) next weekend. We are all pretty excited for them, and I am really excited to go. I usually get a good start on my summer tan, and Cameron can actually sit by me (not really he is more of a pace back and forth kind of guy, but heres wishen).