I did it again today! Swam out to the end of the swimming area and back. And did it twice! Yea me! The first time I swam along Greg while he was on his boogie board. Second time with both kids. I was tired after the second time. Not a strong swimmer. But glad I did it anyways.
This was our last day of lunch at the lake. But that's not saying we won't be back at the lake. We are there quite often. I like going later in the afternoon too. The kids said today that they want to go the lake on July 4th to see the fireworks. We can see them from our back yard but hey, why not head over to the lake to watch them up close.
Got the laptop fixed, again, so back to work till 4:15 and back to the lake the get the kids from science camp. Have a wonderful weekend
Friday, June 29, 2007
Kaydee update
We took K back to the vet yesterday for a check up. She has improved after being on her medication. She let the vet examine her legs and didn't flinch with pain. The vet watched her walk too. Huge improvement.
So, the news is that K does not have to have hip replacement surgery now. She will have to keep taking her daily anti inflammatory and joint medication. She can go on 2 5 minute walks a day, preferable up hill as it strengthens the glutes (good for humans too ) but no running. We also ordered some dog food which is good for K's joints. We are also to call the vet with monthly updates and bring K in every 6 months for blood work to make sure the meds are not affecting her liver. We can sure live with that.
Kaydee may need surgery down the line but no within a year. We will keep up the routine and keep K fit and trim.
So, the news is that K does not have to have hip replacement surgery now. She will have to keep taking her daily anti inflammatory and joint medication. She can go on 2 5 minute walks a day, preferable up hill as it strengthens the glutes (good for humans too ) but no running. We also ordered some dog food which is good for K's joints. We are also to call the vet with monthly updates and bring K in every 6 months for blood work to make sure the meds are not affecting her liver. We can sure live with that.
Kaydee may need surgery down the line but no within a year. We will keep up the routine and keep K fit and trim.
Wow, is it already Friday? TGIF!
I'm so happy, I want to dance! So glad it's Friday. Last day of volleyball and science camp. The kids are really enjoying the camps. I am looking forward to our last lunch at the lake today too. Want to do anther swim to the end of the swim area. Then tonight I'm off to Angels for a much needed scrap night. Finally!
Saturday morning it's time to clean the house, do some shopping after some much needed sleeping in. Saturday, late afternoon, we are off to Redondo Beach for Tricia's 40th Birthday party. But first a stop at John and Patty's in Long Beach so we can arrive in style in their limo. Yep, John bought a limo (ebay) so we are cruising together in the limo. Kids are so excited to go in the limo again!! (me too)
Sunday is Peyton's 2nd birthday party. It's an Elmo party! Can't believe our cute little neighbor is already turning 2. Remember when she was still learning to walk.
For the next 3 weeks the kids are home. No camps. But we leave for vacation on July 12.
The morning is going by way too fast. so, back to work before it's time to head back to the lake. Glad it's so close.
Saturday morning it's time to clean the house, do some shopping after some much needed sleeping in. Saturday, late afternoon, we are off to Redondo Beach for Tricia's 40th Birthday party. But first a stop at John and Patty's in Long Beach so we can arrive in style in their limo. Yep, John bought a limo (ebay) so we are cruising together in the limo. Kids are so excited to go in the limo again!! (me too)
Sunday is Peyton's 2nd birthday party. It's an Elmo party! Can't believe our cute little neighbor is already turning 2. Remember when she was still learning to walk.
For the next 3 weeks the kids are home. No camps. But we leave for vacation on July 12.
The morning is going by way too fast. so, back to work before it's time to head back to the lake. Glad it's so close.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
I did it!
I did it! Yea Me! I swam to the end of the swim area at the lake without a boogie board or other flotation device! I usually go with a boogie board, but today there were 4 of us and 2 boards. So, I went alone swimming next to the kids.
So, back up a bit. Probably Jr. High or High School while at the beach boogie boarding, I crashed under a wave, thought I was swimming up but hit the sandy bottom, bolted back up top and was no where near where I had been before. Rip Tide. I was scared.
Ever since then, I really don't enjoy going in the ocean above my waist or swimming in water where I can't see the bottom.
Last summer I took kayak lessons at the lake and loved it. Think it helped. It's so peaceful rowing over the lake. Went the other week with the kids.
In between camps, the kids and I hang out at the lake for an hour, have lunch and swim. Today Evelyn's friend Sara stayed with us after she was done with Jr. Lifeguards. The kids love to go out to the ropes at the end of the swim area and I really wanted to go too. First time me and Greg went on boogie boards. Then Sara and Evy wanted to go. Evy will not go w/o hers. So, that left me to swim with Sara. And I did it! So happy. Can't wait to swim again tomorrow.
So, I goofed signing the kids up for camp. Volleyball camp this week from 9:15 to 12:15. Science camp was supposed to be in August. But I goofed and signed up for this week 1:30 to 4:30. But my goof has worked out for the best. Get in some lake time in between camps and a nice long lunch, swimming and relaxing. I usually work right through lunch and eat lunch while I am working.
Here is a link to our beautiful lake. Great for swimming, kayaking, paddle boating, sail boating, movies, concerts and tons of family fun. And only about 2 miles from our house :)
http://www.lakemissionviejo.org/
So, back up a bit. Probably Jr. High or High School while at the beach boogie boarding, I crashed under a wave, thought I was swimming up but hit the sandy bottom, bolted back up top and was no where near where I had been before. Rip Tide. I was scared.
Ever since then, I really don't enjoy going in the ocean above my waist or swimming in water where I can't see the bottom.
Last summer I took kayak lessons at the lake and loved it. Think it helped. It's so peaceful rowing over the lake. Went the other week with the kids.
In between camps, the kids and I hang out at the lake for an hour, have lunch and swim. Today Evelyn's friend Sara stayed with us after she was done with Jr. Lifeguards. The kids love to go out to the ropes at the end of the swim area and I really wanted to go too. First time me and Greg went on boogie boards. Then Sara and Evy wanted to go. Evy will not go w/o hers. So, that left me to swim with Sara. And I did it! So happy. Can't wait to swim again tomorrow.
So, I goofed signing the kids up for camp. Volleyball camp this week from 9:15 to 12:15. Science camp was supposed to be in August. But I goofed and signed up for this week 1:30 to 4:30. But my goof has worked out for the best. Get in some lake time in between camps and a nice long lunch, swimming and relaxing. I usually work right through lunch and eat lunch while I am working.
Here is a link to our beautiful lake. Great for swimming, kayaking, paddle boating, sail boating, movies, concerts and tons of family fun. And only about 2 miles from our house :)
http://www.lakemissionviejo.org/
Daily thought
Gratitude is the heart's memory.
— French proverb
No need to say anything more.
Have a memorable day.
— French proverb
No need to say anything more.
Have a memorable day.
A great deal....and just wondering
Did you know that McDonald's has a special going on...........XL drink for 74 cents. Yep, it's less than the cost of a small $1 drink, and a medium and a large. Hmmmmmmmm wonder why they have this great deal going on? But no complaints here. Enough to last me the day.
Since I don't drink coffee and limit my Starbucks consumption to one a week (it's hard sometimes as I just love their Chai tea and can't wait to try a raspberry frap!) I get my caffeine fix (when I need it - like today) at the McDonald's drive through.
So rush right over to your nearest McDonald's and be sure to ask for the XL drink!
Cheers!!
Since I don't drink coffee and limit my Starbucks consumption to one a week (it's hard sometimes as I just love their Chai tea and can't wait to try a raspberry frap!) I get my caffeine fix (when I need it - like today) at the McDonald's drive through.
So rush right over to your nearest McDonald's and be sure to ask for the XL drink!
Cheers!!
Time Gets Better
TIME GETS BETTER WITH AGE
Read it through to the end, it gets better as you go!
I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when wesings "Silent Night". Age 5
I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either. Age 7
I've learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back. Age 9
I've learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up again. Age 12
I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you shouldtry cheering someone else up. Age 14
I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretlyglad my parents are strict with me. Age 15
I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice. Age 24
I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures. Age 26
I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there. Age 29
I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it. Age 30
I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it. Age 42
I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note. Age 44
I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others. Age 46
I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies. Age 47
I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. Age 48
I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours. Age 49
I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side awayfrom the phone. Age 50
I've learned that you can tell a lot about a man by the way hehandles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. Age 51
I've learned that keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine cabinet full of pills. Age 52
I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly after they die. Age 53
I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life. Age 58
I've learned that if you want to do something positive for your children, work to improve your marriage. Age 61
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. Age 62
I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catchers mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back. Age 64
I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people, and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you. Age 65
I've learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision. Age 66
I've learned that everyone can use a prayer. Age 72
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. Age 82
I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch-holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. Age 90
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn. Age 92
And if you want to see it on the web, http://home.att.net/~soloshideaway/697/age.htm
This is a good one to read over and over. Especially when you need a little boost in your day or life :)
Read it through to the end, it gets better as you go!
I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when wesings "Silent Night". Age 5
I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either. Age 7
I've learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back. Age 9
I've learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up again. Age 12
I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you shouldtry cheering someone else up. Age 14
I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretlyglad my parents are strict with me. Age 15
I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice. Age 24
I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures. Age 26
I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there. Age 29
I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it. Age 30
I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it. Age 42
I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note. Age 44
I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others. Age 46
I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies. Age 47
I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. Age 48
I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours. Age 49
I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side awayfrom the phone. Age 50
I've learned that you can tell a lot about a man by the way hehandles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. Age 51
I've learned that keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine cabinet full of pills. Age 52
I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly after they die. Age 53
I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life. Age 58
I've learned that if you want to do something positive for your children, work to improve your marriage. Age 61
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. Age 62
I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catchers mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back. Age 64
I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people, and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you. Age 65
I've learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision. Age 66
I've learned that everyone can use a prayer. Age 72
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. Age 82
I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch-holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. Age 90
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn. Age 92
And if you want to see it on the web, http://home.att.net/~soloshideaway/697/age.htm
This is a good one to read over and over. Especially when you need a little boost in your day or life :)
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Little League Day at Angel Stadium
Sunday was Little League Day at Angel Staduim. The teams get to walk along the warning track before the game. This is the 3rd year we have gone with Greg's team. We really don't watch much of the game but always have a good time.
Carter's parents brought the motor home for a before game tail gate party. They boys played catch while the parents chatted and had munchies and margaritas.
Then it was a dash to get in line to get onto the field and for the parents to find a spot to get a good picture of the boys on the track.
It was a hot day, so of course we had ice cream and fruit cups. Also enjoyed our nachos and hot dogs :)
Go Guerrero!!
After the game the kids rode in the motor home back to Carters and the kids swam and we bbq'd. Was a long day but tons of fun :)
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Tuesday, June 26, 2007
About Life
Daily thoughts have been so-so the last few days. But, here is a good email I got this morning from my cousins. Enjoy and have a terrific Tuesday :)
On the first day, God created the dog and said: "Sit all day by the door of your house and bark at anyone who comes in or walks past. For this, I will give you a life span of twenty years." The dog said: "That's a long time to be barking. How about only ten years and I'll give you back the other ten?" So God agreed.
On the second day, God created the monkey and said: "Entertain people, do tricks, and make them laugh. For this, I'll give you a twenty-year life span." The monkey said: "Monkey tricks for twenty years? That's a pretty long time to perform. How about I give you back ten like the dog did?" And God agreed.
On the third day, God created the cow and said: "You must go into the field with the farmer all day long and suffer under the sun, have calves and give milk to support the farmer's family For this, I will give you a life span of sixty Years." The cow said: "That's kind of a tough life you want me to live for sixty years. How about twenty and I'll give back the other forty?" And God agreed again.
On the fourth day, God created man and said: "Eat, sleep, play, marry and enjoy your life. For this, I'll give you twenty years." But man said: "Only twenty years? Could you possibly give me my twenty, the forty the cow gave back, the ten the monkey gave back, and the ten the dog gave back; that makes eighty, okay?"
"Okay," said God, "You asked for it." So that is why for our first twenty years we eat, sleep, play and enjoy ourselves. For the next forty years we slave in the sun to support our family. For the next ten years we do monkey tricks to entertain the grandchildren. And for the last ten years we sit on the front porch and bark at everyone.
Life has now been explained to you
On the first day, God created the dog and said: "Sit all day by the door of your house and bark at anyone who comes in or walks past. For this, I will give you a life span of twenty years." The dog said: "That's a long time to be barking. How about only ten years and I'll give you back the other ten?" So God agreed.
On the second day, God created the monkey and said: "Entertain people, do tricks, and make them laugh. For this, I'll give you a twenty-year life span." The monkey said: "Monkey tricks for twenty years? That's a pretty long time to perform. How about I give you back ten like the dog did?" And God agreed.
On the third day, God created the cow and said: "You must go into the field with the farmer all day long and suffer under the sun, have calves and give milk to support the farmer's family For this, I will give you a life span of sixty Years." The cow said: "That's kind of a tough life you want me to live for sixty years. How about twenty and I'll give back the other forty?" And God agreed again.
On the fourth day, God created man and said: "Eat, sleep, play, marry and enjoy your life. For this, I'll give you twenty years." But man said: "Only twenty years? Could you possibly give me my twenty, the forty the cow gave back, the ten the monkey gave back, and the ten the dog gave back; that makes eighty, okay?"
"Okay," said God, "You asked for it." So that is why for our first twenty years we eat, sleep, play and enjoy ourselves. For the next forty years we slave in the sun to support our family. For the next ten years we do monkey tricks to entertain the grandchildren. And for the last ten years we sit on the front porch and bark at everyone.
Life has now been explained to you
Monday, June 25, 2007
Egg mystery solved
Ok, all day long I have been wondering how long that nasty egg has really been in our garage. It was larger than a regular chicken egg and the shell broke in two, it didn't shatter like a normal egg does when it is dropped on the kitchen floor. The shell was much thicker.
Most evenings the kids are playing out front and us adults gather for a chat. So Julia and Babak ask if Greg liked the egg they found and gave to Tom on Sunday to show to Greg. Egg? Oh, the smelly thing that broke in the garage. So, I explained the story to them and that Tom never said a thing about the egg. They found it on a walk in the glenn on Sunday and thought Greg would like to see it. And were wondering what was inside the egg. Must have fallen from a nest. I explained the curdling green icky stinky stuff inside. No baby bird in there. And what kind of bird? Maybe a turkey vulture like the ones that lurk around behind the house. Who knows.
But now I know how the egg got in the garage and when. I asked Tom about the egg and he said he stuck it on the shelf, near the chalk, and forgot about it.
You sure don't want to lift the lid on our trash can. P-U, major stinkage!! I had Greg do a sniff test and we both bolted to the house.
Maybe I will make some scrambled eggs for breakfast in the morning. The kids need a good hearty breakfast before heading off to volleyball camp!!
Mystery solved!!
Most evenings the kids are playing out front and us adults gather for a chat. So Julia and Babak ask if Greg liked the egg they found and gave to Tom on Sunday to show to Greg. Egg? Oh, the smelly thing that broke in the garage. So, I explained the story to them and that Tom never said a thing about the egg. They found it on a walk in the glenn on Sunday and thought Greg would like to see it. And were wondering what was inside the egg. Must have fallen from a nest. I explained the curdling green icky stinky stuff inside. No baby bird in there. And what kind of bird? Maybe a turkey vulture like the ones that lurk around behind the house. Who knows.
But now I know how the egg got in the garage and when. I asked Tom about the egg and he said he stuck it on the shelf, near the chalk, and forgot about it.
You sure don't want to lift the lid on our trash can. P-U, major stinkage!! I had Greg do a sniff test and we both bolted to the house.
Maybe I will make some scrambled eggs for breakfast in the morning. The kids need a good hearty breakfast before heading off to volleyball camp!!
Mystery solved!!
Last one in is a Rotten Egg!!
How many times in your life have you said that saying! Can't even begin to count.
But, have you ever smelled a rotten egg? Have you? If not, come on over and hang out in my garage. It stinks like a rotten egg!!! Why???
Well, this morning I am about to leave to take the kids to volleyball camp at the lake. Greg comes in from the garage and tells me he dropped an egg in the garage. Why do you have an egg? I thought it was chalk and I dropped it on accident. It really smells and looks gross, it's green and it's a big egg.
Ok, then the smell made its way inside. Oh, gagging smell. It looked so gross too. I covered it with an old towel and tried to scoop it up, holding my breath and trying not to gag.
When I got back home from the lake and opened the garage, oh the smell! I finished scooping up the egg and put it in the trash with the towel (glad trash day is tomorrow), hosed out the garage and left the door open to air it out.
Makes me gag just thinking about it.
My guess is that the egg has been in the chalk basket since Easter. Why is it there? Not quite sure. We did have some egg shaped chalk. But why was it not discovered earlier? Anyone's guess. But not a fun thing to have to clean up. No way!
But, have you ever smelled a rotten egg? Have you? If not, come on over and hang out in my garage. It stinks like a rotten egg!!! Why???
Well, this morning I am about to leave to take the kids to volleyball camp at the lake. Greg comes in from the garage and tells me he dropped an egg in the garage. Why do you have an egg? I thought it was chalk and I dropped it on accident. It really smells and looks gross, it's green and it's a big egg.
Ok, then the smell made its way inside. Oh, gagging smell. It looked so gross too. I covered it with an old towel and tried to scoop it up, holding my breath and trying not to gag.
When I got back home from the lake and opened the garage, oh the smell! I finished scooping up the egg and put it in the trash with the towel (glad trash day is tomorrow), hosed out the garage and left the door open to air it out.
Makes me gag just thinking about it.
My guess is that the egg has been in the chalk basket since Easter. Why is it there? Not quite sure. We did have some egg shaped chalk. But why was it not discovered earlier? Anyone's guess. But not a fun thing to have to clean up. No way!
Friday, June 22, 2007
Baseball ~ last one for the year
It's always sad to say good bye to the wonderful people we meet during baseball season. I know we will see so many of them at different places throughout the year. And we will see most of them again in February. It's such a busy time of the year, but so much fun too. And what a great year this sure was.
The boys played so hard, never got down on themselves or each other, had positive coaches and positive parents and improved 200% throughout the season. That's what makes a Championship team. I am so proud of Greg and all the boys on his team.
Greg has decided he wants to re-do his room, again. So on Sunday, we did some shopping. Now just to finish things up and paint. (ugh.....didn't think I would have to do that for a few more years). What Greg has in mind is basically a sports shrine, His Shrine. Well, he deserves it. He earned it, so why not.
But until then, I am finally posting pix from the Championship game, Closing Ceremonies and the team party.
Saturday is Carter's birthday party, but I'm not taking pictures there. Evy and I will spend some time together as it has been all about Greg for the last several weeks. She has been so good about it and not complaining. Did I hear the word Mall?? Yes, E, we will go the mall.
Now, picture time. Sit back and enjoy! And thanks for all your support this year. I know it means so much to Greg.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Daily thought
A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken.
— James Dent
Perfect for the first day of summer. All of the above here! A nice quiet day.
Evelyn's friend left just a few minutes ago. Greg should be home soon. Then when Janet gets home, it's off to the lake for an evening of kayaking. Oh, it's been over a year since I have gone kayaking. Took lessons last year then hurt my neck and that was it for me for the rest of the summer. Can't wait to get out there on the lake again and paddle away.
Happy first day of summer everyone. And again, Happy Birthday Dad!!
— James Dent
Perfect for the first day of summer. All of the above here! A nice quiet day.
Evelyn's friend left just a few minutes ago. Greg should be home soon. Then when Janet gets home, it's off to the lake for an evening of kayaking. Oh, it's been over a year since I have gone kayaking. Took lessons last year then hurt my neck and that was it for me for the rest of the summer. Can't wait to get out there on the lake again and paddle away.
Happy first day of summer everyone. And again, Happy Birthday Dad!!
Happy Birthday Dad!
June 21. The first day of Summer and the Summer Solstice, longest day of the year. And today is my dad's birthday. What a great day to have a birthday. You get an extra long day to celebrate. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the best dad there ever will be.
Thank you for always being there for me, for taking us places, doing things for us and most of all, always being there for me. You have given me so much support all my life and I can never begin to thank you enough for that.
Hope that you have a wonderful day and know that we are all thinking of you, miss you and love you very much :)
(Here are some pictures I found)
Deem, Don, Daryl, Dale (my dad). Sometime in the 80's
Don, Deem, Dale (my dad), Daryl and Douglas (date unknown)
My dad and his mom, my Grandma Evelyn (Evelyn's namesake)
Thank you for always being there for me, for taking us places, doing things for us and most of all, always being there for me. You have given me so much support all my life and I can never begin to thank you enough for that.
Hope that you have a wonderful day and know that we are all thinking of you, miss you and love you very much :)
(Here are some pictures I found)
Deem, Don, Daryl, Dale (my dad). Sometime in the 80's
Don, Deem, Dale (my dad), Daryl and Douglas (date unknown)
My dad and his mom, my Grandma Evelyn (Evelyn's namesake)
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Disneyland
We had such a great time at Disneyland on Tuesday. Met up with the rest of the girls around 8:45. Tom and Greg took off on their own. I stayed with the Troop.
Our first ride was Space Mountain. I hadn't been on there in such a long time. I loved it!!! My eyes were watering, I was screaming and having such a great time. Evy chickened out at the last minute. Next time.
We went on so many rides, had lunch in the Blue Bayou (got my favorite Monte Christo sandwich), and had a wonderful time. I went on Indiana Jones for the first time too. Got Evy and Greg to go in the Haunted House. They love the ghosts that sit in your cart with you at the end :)
We were on Thunder Mountain around 9:30, and came out of a tunnel to a sky full of spectacular fire works! It was so fun to see the fireworks while we were on a ride. And no line, so we went twice.
We left around 10 and were all beat. The girls and Greg all slept on the way home. We dropped Tara off at her house and then all crashed out for the night.
No, we didn't go on Finding Nemo. The line was just way too long. There is always the next time.
Today was hard. I slept late and it was hard to get going. But made it through the day and ready to get some sleep to start tomorrow off rested. And it's Thursday!
Our first ride was Space Mountain. I hadn't been on there in such a long time. I loved it!!! My eyes were watering, I was screaming and having such a great time. Evy chickened out at the last minute. Next time.
We went on so many rides, had lunch in the Blue Bayou (got my favorite Monte Christo sandwich), and had a wonderful time. I went on Indiana Jones for the first time too. Got Evy and Greg to go in the Haunted House. They love the ghosts that sit in your cart with you at the end :)
We were on Thunder Mountain around 9:30, and came out of a tunnel to a sky full of spectacular fire works! It was so fun to see the fireworks while we were on a ride. And no line, so we went twice.
We left around 10 and were all beat. The girls and Greg all slept on the way home. We dropped Tara off at her house and then all crashed out for the night.
No, we didn't go on Finding Nemo. The line was just way too long. There is always the next time.
Today was hard. I slept late and it was hard to get going. But made it through the day and ready to get some sleep to start tomorrow off rested. And it's Thursday!
Monday, June 18, 2007
Off to Disneyland on Tuesday
Evelyn's Girl Scout troop is heading to Disneyland on Tuesday. :) Me, Tom and Greg are going along too. Alexis, Evelyn, Greg and I made tye dye shirts tonight for us to wear tomorrow. I'm hanging out with Evely, Alexis and Tara. The girls wanted to have matching shirts. Don't think I am bringing my camera as it is just one more thing to carry around with me. And me and 3 girls, gonna be a busy day.
I was really hoping to upload game pictures today, but woke up very very late and had a busy work day. I promise to get them posted this week. There are so many to choose from. I did send a team photo and a short write up the the Saddleback Valley News. Let's see if the boys get their picture in the paper!
Have a great week everyone.
I was really hoping to upload game pictures today, but woke up very very late and had a busy work day. I promise to get them posted this week. There are so many to choose from. I did send a team photo and a short write up the the Saddleback Valley News. Let's see if the boys get their picture in the paper!
Have a great week everyone.
Saturday, June 16, 2007
PADRES TAKE THE PENNANT!!
Padres win!! 9-4 against the Dodgers. Oh my, What a game!! We only scored in the 1st and 2nd inning. But what a game. Greg got the game ball! Wow! I am so proud of him. He was just on fire this game. As were the rest of the team.
We had quite the crowd too. So many people there from other teams and lots of family too :) Awesome!
The boys got huge trophies at the closing ceremonies. Awesome. I think it's finally settling in that we won!!! Wow! I can't keep saying Wow!
Team party is today at 4. It's a baseball day.
Ian and Sara are her playing with the kids. Ian and Greg are playing.... you guessed it... baseball. Greg was finally able to dig out his video baseball game and hook it back up to the tv. Won't affect his swing now.
So, pix will be posted later. I took so many great pictures.
Wow!!! Way to go Padres!!
We had quite the crowd too. So many people there from other teams and lots of family too :) Awesome!
The boys got huge trophies at the closing ceremonies. Awesome. I think it's finally settling in that we won!!! Wow! I can't keep saying Wow!
Team party is today at 4. It's a baseball day.
Ian and Sara are her playing with the kids. Ian and Greg are playing.... you guessed it... baseball. Greg was finally able to dig out his video baseball game and hook it back up to the tv. Won't affect his swing now.
So, pix will be posted later. I took so many great pictures.
Wow!!! Way to go Padres!!
Friday, June 15, 2007
It's here, can't believe it!
Playoff game is here, well in 10 hours, so it's almost here. Can't believe it! I don't think I'll be able to sleep tonight. Greg got to sleep much later than I wanted him to and that he told me he would. Have to get up early and the kids have gotten used to sleeping in. Me too :)
Have to be at the field at 8 am tomorrow morning. Got my car almost loaded up to go. Got our noise makers, water bottles, all the stars on Greg's hat, balloons are ready to put in the car, made sure I have plenty of lead in the pencils, score book ready to go. Looks like all systems are a go!
Oh, need my camera too. Can't forget that!
See you tomorrow!!
GO PADRES!!!
CARTER, GAVIN, CHRISTIAN, GREG, GARRETT, JAKE, JUSTIN, IAN, JOEY, PRESTON, KYLE ~ YOU GUYS ROCK!
COACH ROBBIE, MIKE, JEFF, TRAVIS, GLENN ~ THANKS FOR THE AWESOME SEASON.
GO PADRES!!
Have to be at the field at 8 am tomorrow morning. Got my car almost loaded up to go. Got our noise makers, water bottles, all the stars on Greg's hat, balloons are ready to put in the car, made sure I have plenty of lead in the pencils, score book ready to go. Looks like all systems are a go!
Oh, need my camera too. Can't forget that!
See you tomorrow!!
GO PADRES!!!
CARTER, GAVIN, CHRISTIAN, GREG, GARRETT, JAKE, JUSTIN, IAN, JOEY, PRESTON, KYLE ~ YOU GUYS ROCK!
COACH ROBBIE, MIKE, JEFF, TRAVIS, GLENN ~ THANKS FOR THE AWESOME SEASON.
GO PADRES!!
Playoff update
Ok, this has really turned into a baseball blog as of late. But that is our life at the moment. And it's a great thing!
Greg wanted to go the the game last night against the Cardinals and Dodgers. We got an early dinner and headed off to the ball field. When we got there the score was close. Cardinals pulled ahead and Dodgers held strong. Dodgers pulled way ahead in the 5th inning. Cardinals did a little catching up. But in the end the Dodgers beat the Cardials. Think it was 18 - 14.
Another great game!
So, 9 am Saturday is the championship game between the Padres and Dodgers. Then closing ceremonies. Oh, I'm already nervous.
Practice tonight and then early to be for all of us for a good nights sleep. Saturday is going to be a long day and full of baseball. Team party too!
Go Padres............ Whoo-hoo
Greg wanted to go the the game last night against the Cardinals and Dodgers. We got an early dinner and headed off to the ball field. When we got there the score was close. Cardinals pulled ahead and Dodgers held strong. Dodgers pulled way ahead in the 5th inning. Cardinals did a little catching up. But in the end the Dodgers beat the Cardials. Think it was 18 - 14.
Another great game!
So, 9 am Saturday is the championship game between the Padres and Dodgers. Then closing ceremonies. Oh, I'm already nervous.
Practice tonight and then early to be for all of us for a good nights sleep. Saturday is going to be a long day and full of baseball. Team party too!
Go Padres............ Whoo-hoo
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Daily thought
If you are all wrapped up in yourself, you are overdressed.
— Kate Halverson
I am thankful for the mess to clean after a party because it means I have been surrounded by friends.
— Nancie J. Carmody
Got 2 today again :) Must know something I don't. Well, guess it's time to plan another party here soon.
Wow, it's already Thursday. Quick week. Weekend is packed. I did my 3 mile run this morning too :) Feel great, but miss running with my dog. I had to sneak out so she wouldn't be giving me sad eyes at the gate. Need to get her back to the vet for another check up. We have been letting K play with her buddy Z. She needs exercise still.
Greg wants to see the Dodgers and Cardinals play tonight. Then the big game is Saturday morning.
Have a great day :)
— Kate Halverson
I am thankful for the mess to clean after a party because it means I have been surrounded by friends.
— Nancie J. Carmody
Got 2 today again :) Must know something I don't. Well, guess it's time to plan another party here soon.
Wow, it's already Thursday. Quick week. Weekend is packed. I did my 3 mile run this morning too :) Feel great, but miss running with my dog. I had to sneak out so she wouldn't be giving me sad eyes at the gate. Need to get her back to the vet for another check up. We have been letting K play with her buddy Z. She needs exercise still.
Greg wants to see the Dodgers and Cardinals play tonight. Then the big game is Saturday morning.
Have a great day :)
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Game update
Here is the game update and photos.....
Score by inning (Cardinals had first ups so their score is first)
1 - 0
1 - 4
1 - 4 (no score this inning)
7 - 6
8 - 13
9 - 13
Now for the pictures. I didn't get many as I was busy keeping score. But too see more go to http://www.themurphypage.com/, click on Tom & Naomi and then the link for the play off pictures. (Thanx Patty)
Next game is 9 am Saturday, same location. Closing ceremonies are after. Would love to have you at the game :) Thanks for all your support this season.
First inning
dugout
Minnie the mascot with her Padres shirt
Setting up for dinner
Hit!
After game the boys were sprayed with silly string. After game huddle
Happy guys
Greg and Mrs. Finn
Dinner
Pep talk and passing out stars and game ball - Way to go Preston!
Coach Robbie gets doused with a cooler of ice.
Score by inning (Cardinals had first ups so their score is first)
1 - 0
1 - 4
1 - 4 (no score this inning)
7 - 6
8 - 13
9 - 13
Now for the pictures. I didn't get many as I was busy keeping score. But too see more go to http://www.themurphypage.com/, click on Tom & Naomi and then the link for the play off pictures. (Thanx Patty)
Next game is 9 am Saturday, same location. Closing ceremonies are after. Would love to have you at the game :) Thanks for all your support this season.
First inning
dugout
Minnie the mascot with her Padres shirt
Setting up for dinner
Hit!
After game the boys were sprayed with silly string. After game huddle
Happy guys
Greg and Mrs. Finn
Dinner
Pep talk and passing out stars and game ball - Way to go Preston!
Coach Robbie gets doused with a cooler of ice.
Real Simple Daily Thought
Isn't this so true.
Have a super day.
If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything.
— Mark Twain
Have a super day.
If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything.
— Mark Twain
Are you ready for this?
Padres beat the Cardinals!! 13-9. Wow! Quite the game of the season! What a crowd we had too! To see some pictures now, go to http://www.themurphypage.com/ and click on Tom & Naomi. Patty posted all the pictures she took there. I'll get mine up here later.
We had quite the celebration after the game too :)
Around 9 last night, the kids and I went out front as our neighbor Babak was getting out his telescope. We saw Venus, Saturn and one of it's rings and a few of it's moons, and Jupiter with 4 of it's moons. So cool! We were also trying to find other constellations but could only clearly see the Big Dipper and part of the Little Dipper. But it was cool anyways.
Stay tuned for pictures of the game later today. I was tired last night and didn't get them down loaded. Tired this morning too. What a day it was yesterday.
Next game is 9 am Saturday and then the closing ceremonies!
We had quite the celebration after the game too :)
Around 9 last night, the kids and I went out front as our neighbor Babak was getting out his telescope. We saw Venus, Saturn and one of it's rings and a few of it's moons, and Jupiter with 4 of it's moons. So cool! We were also trying to find other constellations but could only clearly see the Big Dipper and part of the Little Dipper. But it was cool anyways.
Stay tuned for pictures of the game later today. I was tired last night and didn't get them down loaded. Tired this morning too. What a day it was yesterday.
Next game is 9 am Saturday and then the closing ceremonies!
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Nervous
Nervous mom here today. As it gets closer and closer to game time, my stomach is flipping out. Car is packed up and ready to roll. Need to gather kids soon and get Greg dressed and snacked for the game. Make sure my pencils have lead and good erasers as I have to keep the official book today (that makes me nervous too).
Ok, don't think about it. Just go out there and have some fun and watch a good ball game!!
Thanks for all your support :)
Ok, don't think about it. Just go out there and have some fun and watch a good ball game!!
Thanks for all your support :)
Padres......big game tonight
Big game tonight. Yep, biggest game so far in Greg's baseball career. Padres are up against the Cardinals tonight, 5:00. I am already nervous! Don't know how Greg is doing, but he didn't really mention much. Us moms have planned for a big feast after the game :) Lot's of festivities for the boys. Win or loose. We hope this gets them fired up to get out there play their best game ever.
I ran into the Rangers coach at the hardware store this morning. He said he will be at the game. There's gonna be a record breaking crowd at the game tonight!
Dodgers beat the Angels last night. 3 teams left: Dodgers, Cardinals and Padres.
Come on out to the game tonight if you are around.
Go Padres!!
I ran into the Rangers coach at the hardware store this morning. He said he will be at the game. There's gonna be a record breaking crowd at the game tonight!
Dodgers beat the Angels last night. 3 teams left: Dodgers, Cardinals and Padres.
Come on out to the game tonight if you are around.
Go Padres!!
Monday, June 11, 2007
Snakes on a porch
Yep, that's right, snakes on a porch, twice. But not mine. Our neighbor Traci opens her front door yesterday afternoon to go to the grocery store. There, right by her porch are 2 snakes, black and white. She screams and goes back inside. Meanwhile snakes are starting up the step to the porch. Husband Steve, grabs a shovel and wrangles the snakes into the hedge by the driveway. Snakes are gone, Traci goes to the store, kids continue to play. And Greg heads over to play.
Traci returns from the store and kids make their way inside the house. Not much later Halli and Greg open the front door to go outside. Snake on the porch! Slam the door. Steve opens the door with the snake hanging in front of the door hissing at him. Time to take action and no details given here. But one snake is taken care of.
Note that in between events, Steve looked up the snakes on the internet and they are California King Snakes.
Tom gets home and Greg is called home for dinner. Only a few bites into dinner and Traci comes over. Snake #2 has ventured onto the porch and making an attempt to get inside the house. No details, but snake #2 is taken care of.
Now just a few days earlier, I see my other neighbor, Babak and Zuko, come running over to my house and knock on the door. I follow him outside and into the street by his house. He had seen a big snake in the street. When we got there it was gone. Probably into the drain hole in the curb. More than likely one of the 2 snakes who reappeared on Sunday.
The only snake I have seen here was a little baby King snake many years ago. It was maybe 6" long. Greg and I scooped it into a little box and after showing it to some neighbors put it over the back fence to go play with the other critters back there.
Skunk, raccoon, gopher, possums (2 inside the neighbors house), snakes............what's it going to be next??? We do have our share of lizards and frogs, but those are harmless. In my opinion.
Next time you go to take a step out your front door..........beware!! Snakes are lurking around.
Traci returns from the store and kids make their way inside the house. Not much later Halli and Greg open the front door to go outside. Snake on the porch! Slam the door. Steve opens the door with the snake hanging in front of the door hissing at him. Time to take action and no details given here. But one snake is taken care of.
Note that in between events, Steve looked up the snakes on the internet and they are California King Snakes.
Tom gets home and Greg is called home for dinner. Only a few bites into dinner and Traci comes over. Snake #2 has ventured onto the porch and making an attempt to get inside the house. No details, but snake #2 is taken care of.
Now just a few days earlier, I see my other neighbor, Babak and Zuko, come running over to my house and knock on the door. I follow him outside and into the street by his house. He had seen a big snake in the street. When we got there it was gone. Probably into the drain hole in the curb. More than likely one of the 2 snakes who reappeared on Sunday.
The only snake I have seen here was a little baby King snake many years ago. It was maybe 6" long. Greg and I scooped it into a little box and after showing it to some neighbors put it over the back fence to go play with the other critters back there.
Skunk, raccoon, gopher, possums (2 inside the neighbors house), snakes............what's it going to be next??? We do have our share of lizards and frogs, but those are harmless. In my opinion.
Next time you go to take a step out your front door..........beware!! Snakes are lurking around.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Padres 14 - Rangers 11
Wow! What a game Thursday night! Game 2 in the TOC and we were up against the Rangers. But there was no holding the guys back Thursday night. The Cardinals coach was there and even commented on what a great game our guys played! Rumor has it that they are nervous to play us on Tuesday.
Here's the low down of the game by inning. We had first ups.
1 - 3
6 - 4 (we are now ahead!!)
8 - 5
13 - 5
13 - 11
14 - 11 9 (got them out 1 2 3 in the last inning)
I do have to say the Rangers played a spectacular game too! The coaches were Greg's coaches last year and 5 of the guys were on the team with Greg last year. Greg was sad that the Rangers lost but happy his team won. Rangers had a triple play in the 5th inning and didn't let us score.
Greg was batting 4th this game and think he felt the pressure.
At practice Saturday we saw that the final teams in the tournament are us and the Cardinals, and the Dodgers and Angels. Dodgers and Angels play Monday and we play Tuesday. If we win we play Saturday, loose play Thursday. If we do play Thursday and win, we will play again on Saturday.
So, please come out for the game on Tuesday, 5:00 at the Youth Athletic Park, right across from Lake Mission Viejo. Wear your Padre blue, bring your noise makers and your Padre spirit.
Way to go Padres!!!
Here's the low down of the game by inning. We had first ups.
1 - 3
6 - 4 (we are now ahead!!)
8 - 5
13 - 5
13 - 11
14 - 11 9 (got them out 1 2 3 in the last inning)
I do have to say the Rangers played a spectacular game too! The coaches were Greg's coaches last year and 5 of the guys were on the team with Greg last year. Greg was sad that the Rangers lost but happy his team won. Rangers had a triple play in the 5th inning and didn't let us score.
Greg was batting 4th this game and think he felt the pressure.
At practice Saturday we saw that the final teams in the tournament are us and the Cardinals, and the Dodgers and Angels. Dodgers and Angels play Monday and we play Tuesday. If we win we play Saturday, loose play Thursday. If we do play Thursday and win, we will play again on Saturday.
So, please come out for the game on Tuesday, 5:00 at the Youth Athletic Park, right across from Lake Mission Viejo. Wear your Padre blue, bring your noise makers and your Padre spirit.
Way to go Padres!!!
The weekend........
Friday afternoon Tom and the kids took off for Campland on the Bay in Mission Bay (San Diego) for the Adventure Princess Family Camp. Greg was supposed to have practice Friday, but it was changed to Saturday so opted to go too Friday night.
I stayed home to finish up some things and watched Lake House (Super chick flick movie!!) Saturday morning 6:30 am, car was gassed up, money in my wallet and a Starbucks chai tea latte in my cup holder, and I was on my way to San Diego. Now that's a great time to make the trip south. No traffic and I always like the drive along the coast. Got to camp land about 7:45 when everyone was still getting up. Enjoyed meeting the other moms and dads and had a super camp breakfast of waffles, eggs and bacon!!
Saturday was a packed day for the girls and families. After breakfast we headed to the beach for water games, swimming , etc.... Greg and I rented bikes and took off for a nice long bike ride along the bay. Found this super bike path. Back to camp for swimming and lunch and a little more playing. Then Greg and I headed home for his 4:00 practice. We were both so tired!
Saturday night Greg and I just chilled watching a movie and fighting to stay awake. We were both zonked out by 9.
After church this morning, Greg and I went to his football meeting. 30 kids on the team, 7 coaches and many many parent volunteer positions! I signed us up for towels, photography and stats. (I did football stats in high school). Practice starts July 30, 5 nights a week. We are going to have one tired boy! First game is Labor Day weekend.
Now we are home till 4:00 practice. Tom and Evy are on their way home from camp.
Hope you all had a great weekend!!
I stayed home to finish up some things and watched Lake House (Super chick flick movie!!) Saturday morning 6:30 am, car was gassed up, money in my wallet and a Starbucks chai tea latte in my cup holder, and I was on my way to San Diego. Now that's a great time to make the trip south. No traffic and I always like the drive along the coast. Got to camp land about 7:45 when everyone was still getting up. Enjoyed meeting the other moms and dads and had a super camp breakfast of waffles, eggs and bacon!!
Saturday was a packed day for the girls and families. After breakfast we headed to the beach for water games, swimming , etc.... Greg and I rented bikes and took off for a nice long bike ride along the bay. Found this super bike path. Back to camp for swimming and lunch and a little more playing. Then Greg and I headed home for his 4:00 practice. We were both so tired!
Saturday night Greg and I just chilled watching a movie and fighting to stay awake. We were both zonked out by 9.
After church this morning, Greg and I went to his football meeting. 30 kids on the team, 7 coaches and many many parent volunteer positions! I signed us up for towels, photography and stats. (I did football stats in high school). Practice starts July 30, 5 nights a week. We are going to have one tired boy! First game is Labor Day weekend.
Now we are home till 4:00 practice. Tom and Evy are on their way home from camp.
Hope you all had a great weekend!!
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Real Simple Daily Thought
I haven't had a good daily thought for a few days. Well, they are all good, but not one that jumped out at me enough to post.
I do like this one. I do like the picture too and stuck that on the post as well.
It is a mistake to try to look too far ahead. The chain of destiny can only be grasped one link at a time.
— Sir Winston Churchill
— Sir Winston Churchill
So, my take on this one......take things one day at a time. Tackle today, today. Tomorrow will come no matter what so make the most of today.
Kids opted to stay home from day care today. I told them they are on their own and not to bug me or they are headed to church. Greg used the rationale that he needed to rest for his game tonight. Ok, then why are you up at 6:30 am!! My rules are: not to bug me, do 2 days worth of Kumon homework, reading, not to bug me, not too much tv, not to bug me, don't argue, pick up your rooms, make your beds, put away your laundry, don't' bug me (please), and entertain your selves.
Every summer we have a rewards program for doing workbooks, reading, helping around the house, etc..... This is the free week and then it starts next week. The kids earn points which are tallied up at the end of summer for a reward. This year the kids want Nintendo DS's. We priced them last night at Target. The kids already have a list of games going too. I'm not one to run out and buy the kids the latest game boy game. The game boys are 2 years old. We don't even have Nintendo or PS or X box. Don't see the reason to have one. Another excuse to be a couch potato. I didn't have one, no computer games, no game boy...... I turned out ok.
Greg has a game today, 5:00. Hope he's not nervous. I'm not making a big deal out of the game (although I am excited as it is the play offs!!).
Kaydee update: She sure wants to get out and run! I have found ways to sneak her medicine to her - cheese! Also started on glucosamine. I take her on a very short and slow walk to the end of the block. She wants to run. I watch how she walks and she does have a weird walk with her weird legs. I have been reading so much about hip dysplacia. Everything is pretty much says the same thing. We will go back to the vet next week and I will have my long list of questions.
Back to work. Have a super day and make the most of today :)
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Anaheim Ducks Win!!!!!!!!!!
A little excitement here in the OC tonight as the Ducks take the Stanley Cup!! Whoo-Hoo way to go Ducks!
Sports: Local Sports
Major League Sports from AP
Anaheim Ducks Win First Stanley Cup
06-06-2007 10:53 PMBy IRA PODELL, AP Sports Writer
ANAHEIM, Calif. (Associated Press) -- The Anaheim Ducks aren't called mighty anymore. Now they can simply answer to Stanley Cup champions. The 14-year-old Ducks captured their first NHL title with a 6-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night, ending the series in five games in front of the home folks yet again.
For the first time, the Stanley Cup resides in California and at the expense of Canada, which hasn't boasted a winner since Montreal in 1993. Calgary, Edmonton and now Ottawa _ in its first trip since the Senators were reborn in 1992 _ each had a chance the past three seasons only to be done in by a U.S. club from the sun belt.
Tampa Bay, Carolina and Anaheim aren't exactly traditional hockey hotbeds but they have been the Cup's warm weather homes since 2004. Wayne Gretzky made the game a happening in Southern California when he came to Los Angeles in 1988, the Ducks made it legit two decades later with their second trip to the finals.
Ducks captain Scott Niedermayer won it for the fourth time, and brought his brother Rob and teammates Teemu Selanne and Chris Pronger along for the ride for their first. Rob Niedermayer is one of three Ducks on the losing side of the finals in 2003 when Scott Niedermayer and the New Jersey Devils captured their third title in Game 7.
Only Anaheim goalie Jean-Sebastien Giguere had something to smile about that year when he was given the Conn Smythe Trophy, awarded to the MVP of the playoffs. This win was so much sweeter as he stopped 11 shots in the clincher. The biggest roar came when Antoine Vermette shot wide on a penalty shot in the third.
Scott Niedermayer finally earned the MVP award many thought he deserved four years ago.
The 36-year-old Selanne waited 14 seasons and 1,041 regular season games to become a champion. After leading the Ducks in scoring this season, he capped off the year with a title. Pronger was on Edmonton last year when the Oilers lost in seven games to Carolina. He returned to the lineup for the clincher after serving a one-game suspension.
Sticks and gloves flew in front of Giguere when it ended. Fireworks went off and streamers fell as the Ducks rushed off the bench to celebrate.
Senators forward Daniel Alfredsson, the first European captain in finals history, fell short of his first championship in 11 seasons. He supplied all the Ottawa offense despite feeling the booing wrath of the fans, who chided him all night in response to his shooting the puck at Scott Niedermayer in Game 4.
Andy McDonald started the scoring 3:41 into the first period with a power-play goal, his third tally in two games, and Rob Niedermayer made it 2-0 with 2:19 left in the frame. Travis Moen had two goals, one that never touched his stick and another in conventional fashion.
Alfredsson scored twice in the second period, including a short-handed goal that cut Anaheim's lead to one for a second time, but the Senators couldn't shake off a fluke goal that Ottawa defenseman Chris Phillips put into his own net with a pass off the skates of goalie Ray Emery.
That one was credited to Moen.
When Francois Beauchemin scored a power-play goal with 1:32 left in the second, the Ducks' two-goal lead was back and the excited crowd anticipated an appearance by the Stanley Cup that sat in a crate offstage.
By then it was just a matter of time for the Ducks, 8-0 at home in series-clinching games _ including 4-0 this year when they dropped the mighty from their name but not from their game. In the building formerly known as the Pond, Anaheim is 6-0 during the finals.
In the middle of the third period, the buzzing and quacking crowd serenaded Emery, called for the now-polished Cup, and bellowed with delight after each whistle.
The Ducks played five games above the minimum in the postseason and went past five games only in the Western Conference finals when they won three straight to erase a 2-1 series deficit and wipe out the Detroit Red Wings.
Ottawa also had a quick run to the finals, needing only five series in each to eliminate Pittsburgh, New Jersey and top-seeded Buffalo. But the Ducks proved too tough with their hard-hitters and tight checkers shutting down the Senators' top forward line that was broken up by coach Bryan Murray after the unit led the NHL in playoff scoring.
Anaheim is the first West Coast city to lay claim to the silver chalice since the Victoria Cougars of the Western Canada Hockey League defeated Montreal in 1925, two years before NHL clubs began exclusively playing for the Cup.
Copyright 2007 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Sports: Local Sports
Major League Sports from AP
Anaheim Ducks Win First Stanley Cup
06-06-2007 10:53 PMBy IRA PODELL, AP Sports Writer
ANAHEIM, Calif. (Associated Press) -- The Anaheim Ducks aren't called mighty anymore. Now they can simply answer to Stanley Cup champions. The 14-year-old Ducks captured their first NHL title with a 6-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night, ending the series in five games in front of the home folks yet again.
For the first time, the Stanley Cup resides in California and at the expense of Canada, which hasn't boasted a winner since Montreal in 1993. Calgary, Edmonton and now Ottawa _ in its first trip since the Senators were reborn in 1992 _ each had a chance the past three seasons only to be done in by a U.S. club from the sun belt.
Tampa Bay, Carolina and Anaheim aren't exactly traditional hockey hotbeds but they have been the Cup's warm weather homes since 2004. Wayne Gretzky made the game a happening in Southern California when he came to Los Angeles in 1988, the Ducks made it legit two decades later with their second trip to the finals.
Ducks captain Scott Niedermayer won it for the fourth time, and brought his brother Rob and teammates Teemu Selanne and Chris Pronger along for the ride for their first. Rob Niedermayer is one of three Ducks on the losing side of the finals in 2003 when Scott Niedermayer and the New Jersey Devils captured their third title in Game 7.
Only Anaheim goalie Jean-Sebastien Giguere had something to smile about that year when he was given the Conn Smythe Trophy, awarded to the MVP of the playoffs. This win was so much sweeter as he stopped 11 shots in the clincher. The biggest roar came when Antoine Vermette shot wide on a penalty shot in the third.
Scott Niedermayer finally earned the MVP award many thought he deserved four years ago.
The 36-year-old Selanne waited 14 seasons and 1,041 regular season games to become a champion. After leading the Ducks in scoring this season, he capped off the year with a title. Pronger was on Edmonton last year when the Oilers lost in seven games to Carolina. He returned to the lineup for the clincher after serving a one-game suspension.
Sticks and gloves flew in front of Giguere when it ended. Fireworks went off and streamers fell as the Ducks rushed off the bench to celebrate.
Senators forward Daniel Alfredsson, the first European captain in finals history, fell short of his first championship in 11 seasons. He supplied all the Ottawa offense despite feeling the booing wrath of the fans, who chided him all night in response to his shooting the puck at Scott Niedermayer in Game 4.
Andy McDonald started the scoring 3:41 into the first period with a power-play goal, his third tally in two games, and Rob Niedermayer made it 2-0 with 2:19 left in the frame. Travis Moen had two goals, one that never touched his stick and another in conventional fashion.
Alfredsson scored twice in the second period, including a short-handed goal that cut Anaheim's lead to one for a second time, but the Senators couldn't shake off a fluke goal that Ottawa defenseman Chris Phillips put into his own net with a pass off the skates of goalie Ray Emery.
That one was credited to Moen.
When Francois Beauchemin scored a power-play goal with 1:32 left in the second, the Ducks' two-goal lead was back and the excited crowd anticipated an appearance by the Stanley Cup that sat in a crate offstage.
By then it was just a matter of time for the Ducks, 8-0 at home in series-clinching games _ including 4-0 this year when they dropped the mighty from their name but not from their game. In the building formerly known as the Pond, Anaheim is 6-0 during the finals.
In the middle of the third period, the buzzing and quacking crowd serenaded Emery, called for the now-polished Cup, and bellowed with delight after each whistle.
The Ducks played five games above the minimum in the postseason and went past five games only in the Western Conference finals when they won three straight to erase a 2-1 series deficit and wipe out the Detroit Red Wings.
Ottawa also had a quick run to the finals, needing only five series in each to eliminate Pittsburgh, New Jersey and top-seeded Buffalo. But the Ducks proved too tough with their hard-hitters and tight checkers shutting down the Senators' top forward line that was broken up by coach Bryan Murray after the unit led the NHL in playoff scoring.
Anaheim is the first West Coast city to lay claim to the silver chalice since the Victoria Cougars of the Western Canada Hockey League defeated Montreal in 1925, two years before NHL clubs began exclusively playing for the Cup.
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Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Outside my window
My office window looks out the front of the house. My desk is in front of the window so I can see outside all day and not have to only see the computer screen or the wall. Birds galore today. Humming birds drinking from the flowers on the table outside the window, blue birds sitting on the roof, robins sitting on the back of the chairs. Pretty blue sky with white fluffy clouds, new plants beginning to grow on the slope across the street. Little breeze blowing. June gloom finally went away and the sun it out. Beautiful day out. Will take Greg on a bike ride while Tom and Evy are at their last Adventure Princess meeting of the year tonight. So nice not to have homework (except Kumon). No dragging the kids out of bed early to get to school. Summer has begun!!
Padres TOC schedule
Finally, the website is updated. We play Thursday at 5:00 against the Rangers. We lost to them once and beat them once. Our teams are very equally matched so it could go either way. A win means we play next Tuesday, a loose means we play Saturday at 12:30.
For more info, go to www.nmvll.org , on the far right side of the screen , click Single A under playoff bracket. The pdf schedule will pop up.
All of the blue washed out of Greg's hair, but there is still a faint black "p" on the back of his head. Fun times!!
For more info, go to www.nmvll.org , on the far right side of the screen , click Single A under playoff bracket. The pdf schedule will pop up.
All of the blue washed out of Greg's hair, but there is still a faint black "p" on the back of his head. Fun times!!
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Guess who???
Robby, Michael, Harlan, Jamie and my brother Eric (10 maybe??) Can't believe I still remember the names. Robby and Harlan lived on our block. Michael lived in the same neighborhood, on another block. Jamie lived in another neighborhood and was a friend from school and soccer. Think all the boys played soccer and baseball together except for Harlan. My dad and Michael's dad were baseball coaches together. 
Eric's birthday. Don't know how many candles are on the cake. This is in our back yard. We had a huge patio (remember having to sweep it!) Ok, now get ready for the next ones. Don't fall over laughing. No really, they aren't that bad, but makes me laugh seeing them. Fun.
Ready
Set
Ok, look!!
This is me at my 9th grade graduation. Love the braces and the feathered hair! My mom made my Gunny (sp??) Sax dress. Like the tan lines too! And as it turns out, my best friend, Liz (aka Fizz-It), well, her mom made her the same style of dress. And we didn't even plan it. We always thougt it was fun to dress the same anyways. 
This is Liz and me at our 9th grade graduation. Probably somewhere near the quad at Christopher Columbus Jr. High School in Canoga Park (yep, the Valley).Oh, a trip down memory lane.
Sunday
Sunday already. I stayed up too late last night working on my project. Got a huge brain storm so went with it. Scanned some pictures today and need to get them on the project. :)
I got up early and met the guys at O'Neill park at 7 am for church. It was so cool to have church outside. I didn't stay for breakfast as it was cold. So, opted to do an early Sunday morning Target run. I didn't even look at the ad! I had a ton of stuff to return. And then just strolled around the store with my Starbucks chai. Peace............
Cleaned up the garage and got Evy from Jordyn's. Tired girls. Boys came home, tired and stinky! Greg's hair is such a funky shade of blue now. Told him I am scrubbing it for him tonight. Spent some time going through a huge box of old photos that I can't wait to scrap one day. :)
Here's some pictures of my car. They wouldn't up load yesterday.
Back to my project now......
I got up early and met the guys at O'Neill park at 7 am for church. It was so cool to have church outside. I didn't stay for breakfast as it was cold. So, opted to do an early Sunday morning Target run. I didn't even look at the ad! I had a ton of stuff to return. And then just strolled around the store with my Starbucks chai. Peace............
Cleaned up the garage and got Evy from Jordyn's. Tired girls. Boys came home, tired and stinky! Greg's hair is such a funky shade of blue now. Told him I am scrubbing it for him tonight. Spent some time going through a huge box of old photos that I can't wait to scrap one day. :)
Here's some pictures of my car. They wouldn't up load yesterday.
Back to my project now......
Saturday, June 2, 2007
Saturday
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Greg had his first play off game today against the Red Sox. Padres started out slow but pulled it off 17 - 10, final score. The next game is Thursday at 5:00, more than likely against the Rangers. Our game after that will either be Saturday or Tuesday, depending on how we do.
Greg was so in the game today, game on, game ball Greg. Nothing getting by Greg at 3rd base. Tagging runners out, power house throws to 1st getting runners out. Hitting to the fence. You rock Greg. The boys had their hair painted blue, all the parents had their car windows decorated, noise makers galore and a lot of Padre spirit. Whoo-Hoo!
Greg and Coach Robbie
Padres-13........Greg
Warm up lap
Leading the pledge with Kyle and Preston
Team
I went for a nice long run this evening, ran the distance too :) But I was sad (and cried) to not be running with my running buddy Kaydee. I snuck out when she was napping. I felt guilty. But K was in a chipper mood when we got up this morning. She was dancing in circles for her breakfast, she hung out with us in the garage during the garage sale, and so wanted to play. But doing our best to keep her quiet. Tonight she was running around the back yard and I felt bad to have to quiet her down. She so wanted to play and run. Guess the pain meds are kicking in, and shes keeping them down now.
Tomorrow I'm up early to meet Tom and Greg and the rest of Pack 818 at O'Neil park at 7 am for church. It's outdoors, so cool. The breakfast with the boys. Hope to get back home to do some more scrapping and then putting away the garage.
good night........... heading back to my project.
Woke up early with the kids to get ready for our neighborhood garage sale. When the kids opened the garage at 6:30 and started hauling things out, we were mobbed! Made some great sales in early morning hours. Overall we did pretty good. Kids made some cash and so did I. Greg bought a bike for $5!. Evy bought some smaller things for a few bucks. We still have some stuff left over, but it's going tomorrow. Another garage cleaning day.
Greg had his first play off game today against the Red Sox. Padres started out slow but pulled it off 17 - 10, final score. The next game is Thursday at 5:00, more than likely against the Rangers. Our game after that will either be Saturday or Tuesday, depending on how we do.
Greg was so in the game today, game on, game ball Greg. Nothing getting by Greg at 3rd base. Tagging runners out, power house throws to 1st getting runners out. Hitting to the fence. You rock Greg. The boys had their hair painted blue, all the parents had their car windows decorated, noise makers galore and a lot of Padre spirit. Whoo-Hoo!
Greg and Coach Robbie
Padres-13........Greg
Warm up lap
Leading the pledge with Kyle and Preston
Team
After game talk, stars and game ball
Evy went to Jordyn's birthday party and is spending the night. Tom and Greg are at a boy scout camping trip. Me, home alone with the animals. I'm a little lonely and getting tired, but having fun watching movies and trying to get my scrap project together. It's started but I'm stumped. So instead, I am here, trying to get some ideas.I went for a nice long run this evening, ran the distance too :) But I was sad (and cried) to not be running with my running buddy Kaydee. I snuck out when she was napping. I felt guilty. But K was in a chipper mood when we got up this morning. She was dancing in circles for her breakfast, she hung out with us in the garage during the garage sale, and so wanted to play. But doing our best to keep her quiet. Tonight she was running around the back yard and I felt bad to have to quiet her down. She so wanted to play and run. Guess the pain meds are kicking in, and shes keeping them down now.
Tomorrow I'm up early to meet Tom and Greg and the rest of Pack 818 at O'Neil park at 7 am for church. It's outdoors, so cool. The breakfast with the boys. Hope to get back home to do some more scrapping and then putting away the garage.
good night........... heading back to my project.
Friday, June 1, 2007
Padres schedule
Ok, the game time has changed again, back to 1:00 Saturday. Keeps changing every 12 hours or so. When I know more, will post it
Real Simple Daily Thoughts
I got 2 today :) Must be because I need a double dose today. ( I also need a double dose of caffeine, so am off to Starbucks in a few)
I am thankful for the mess to clean after a party because it means I have been surrounded by friends.
— Nancie J. Carmody
Happiness makes up in height what it lacks in length.
— Robert Frost
This is the kids last day of school. Ahhhhhhhh. The mess of books is still piled on the couch and I know there is more coming home today. We will go through it this weekend.
Neighborhood garage sale this weekend in our neighborhood if you are looking for a bargain.
Baseball at 1:00, then Tom and Greg head to O'Neil park for a boy scout camp out. Evy is off to a friends for a birthday party. Me? Well, I'm home alone. You know what that means....... scrapping and chick flicks! Love it.
Ok, time to get dressed and head out to Starbucks and Long's for glucosamine for K.
Happy Friday everyone. Hope you have a fun and safe weekend. Hope you have lots of messes to clean up and find towers of happiness.
I am thankful for the mess to clean after a party because it means I have been surrounded by friends.
— Nancie J. Carmody
Happiness makes up in height what it lacks in length.
— Robert Frost
This is the kids last day of school. Ahhhhhhhh. The mess of books is still piled on the couch and I know there is more coming home today. We will go through it this weekend.
Neighborhood garage sale this weekend in our neighborhood if you are looking for a bargain.
Baseball at 1:00, then Tom and Greg head to O'Neil park for a boy scout camp out. Evy is off to a friends for a birthday party. Me? Well, I'm home alone. You know what that means....... scrapping and chick flicks! Love it.
Ok, time to get dressed and head out to Starbucks and Long's for glucosamine for K.
Happy Friday everyone. Hope you have a fun and safe weekend. Hope you have lots of messes to clean up and find towers of happiness.
Kaydee
For several months Kaydee has been limping, more so after a walk, run or playing with her buddy Zuko. Her limp has been more frequent and she was really favoring her right leg. But she still was excited to go on her run with me every morning. I just thought she had strained a muscle or ran too much.
Yesterday we took K to the vet. After an exam, which K did not like, the vet wanted to do x rays. That required sedation.
About 1 1/2 hours later we were called back to the vet to get our K. First the knee x rays were explained. Left knee, patella luxation, grade 1, on a scale of 1 - 4. This means her little knee cap is a little off center, not right where it should be. Thankfully no degenerative disease. Right knee ok.
Now to the hips. Not good. Our K has hip dysplasia, both hips. It's moderate and the next stage is severe. What happens next? THR, both hips. (total hip replacement), within the year. OK, we will deal with that later.
For the next 2 weeks bed rest for K. No walks, no runs, no playing. Doggie lady of leisure. Now K loves her naps, but she also loves to go for walks, runs and plays hard. Going to be tough on all of us for 2 week, and maybe longer.
K has pain meds which include an anti inflammatory. Also need to get glucosamine chondroitin sulfate for her joints.
Our beauty was so groggy last night from being sedated. She was wobbly and not quite sure what to do. She took her medicine well, ate a little, drank water. But was restless all night. In and out. Then she began throwing up. This morning she at a little breakfast and took her meds, has been drinking lots of water and moving around better. She is giving me the sad eyes to be let in the house but need to make sure breakfast stays down first.
The vet called back this morning with the result of K's blood work which we also had done yesterday. Her cholesterol is up. Hmm? She doesn't get a lot of people food. Probably high because she did not fast before the test. (just like us humans). And her phosphorus level is elevated. Could be a lab error or could be the beginning of kidney disease but, no other kidney values were elevated.
We go back to the vet in 2 weeks for another check up and to do more blood work to test the phosphorus level and urine.
I have had dogs all my life and never had a dog with problems with the hips. I did have a rabbit who needed surgery a few times. But nothing like this. But we will do what we need to do to get our beauty well again.
I am sad that I have lost my best running buddy. Hopefully not forever though. Also sad that our beauty is not well. But for now, we will do our best to keep K rested and get her better.
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