Padres update, Saturday March 17

Today the Padres had their first taste of defeat from the Cardinals. All the buzz was that the Cardinals were a tough team to beat. We still get to play them 2 more times and the scores don't count in the first part of the season anyways.

The Padres still played a good game and they kept their heads up through the entire game. Our hitters were still hitting and our fielding was good. but we just couldn't do it. Next time!!

Greg played left center and third base. Coach wanted him to get the balls hit to the outfield. Yes, he did.

I didn't get any pictures during the game as I was scorekeeper and Evelyn was busy walking Toby around the field. Roger and Miles came to the game and brought Toby (the dog). I know Greg loved having more fans in his cheering section.

Tuesday's game is against the Rangers. Let's get them this time Padres!!



After the game pep talk. Coach Travis and Robby, Ian, Greg, Garrettt (I think) and Christian. (They boys look different without their hats on)

Padres do it again!

Another great game last night and we had 9 players. Padres won and had a huge lead. I won't post the score. No home runs but all the boys were hitting better than ever. Justin and Joey were smacking the ball to the outfield, Christian hit a double left handed. Greg had a few doubles and the rest singles. Garrett hit one of the other teams coaches (no injuries). The team has really got it together. I got some good pix but will post them later on.
Next game is Saturday 10:30 against the Cardinals. I hear we are up against a tough team. Well, my bet is on the Padres.
Next Tuesday, we play the Rangers and I also hear they are a tough team. Greg's coach from last year is the Rangers coach and they have several returning players from last year. Well, again, my vote is on the Padres. We are a tough team. Like coach Robbie says, the only team that can beat the Padres is the Padres.
Evelyn is still sick, day 3. Her temp has come down and the cough is getting better. She managed to get some school work done this morning.
Enjoy your day :) Think blue (Padres)

Updates

Just to make it easier, I put the baseball schedule on the side of my blog. Now it won't be hidden in with the other posts. Also the standings are on the side.
Remember, if you come to a night game, it does get cold! Saturday games that are during the middle of the day, take note, it can be hard to find parking. If you have a lake pass, you can park at the lake.
that's it. Have a great day.

Padres update

Padres are 3 for 3 after Saturday's game. The game was at 8 am which meant we were at the field at 7:15. Up bright and early. The game started off in the fog but cleared up towards the end of the first inning. Greg batted second and wouldn't you know it... Home run! Another inside the park home run. That put the Padres on the board 2-6 as the Red Sox scored 6 their first at bat. Greg played third base, left field and even an inning at 1st base. It took a bit for the boys to get moving in the outfield, but they pulled it together and won another game. Final score Red Sox 16, Padres 20.
Next game is Tuesday at 4:30 against the A's.

Evelyn and Tom were up early too and left about 6:45 for a day in Palm Springs. Their Adventure Princess Expedition took the tram up to the top of Mt. San Jacinto. They spent the day playing in what little snow there was, hiking and exploring in rock caves.

Stay tuned for Tuesday's update.
Hope everyone had a great weekend!!

Tuesday's game was another exciting game. Padres 16, Dodgers 7. Two of Greg's friends from his soccer team are on the Dodgers. No homerun, but got a hit every time. More great plays from third to first. Got that one down. All the boys are playing real well together for this early in the season. Next game is Saturday at 8:00 am against the Red Sox (anyone care to join me?). Red Sox were the TOC champs last year.

Warming up at 3rd base. Tanner is in the background

Leading the Pledge

Score!

Base hit!

Ghost Rider Photo

Ok, here is the photo from Ghost Rider. We had better ones but had already bought the first one. I guess after going on a ride 10 times in one day your body gets used to the jolts. My back is actually feeling pretty good.

So, enjoy your chuckle for today.

The story goes: You have just experienced an adventure of momentous proportions! You embarked upon a journey that led you to the most massive wooden roller coaster in the entire Western United States. The initial 108' drop brought you screaming into our frontier ghost town. While traveling over 4,530 feet of track, you withstood a maximum g-force of 3.14! You are among the few that have dared to make this incredible journey. Congratulations.....you survived!

I didn't take my camera for this trip so this is the only photo to capture the day.

Happy Tuesday.

Padres Schedule

Here is the game schedule. All games are at the Youth Athletic Park (Lake Fields) on Olympiad, across from Lake Mission Viejo. The Single A field is in the middle of the park. Look for the pitching machine. Padres are blue. Greg thanks you for your support.

Padres baseball schedule

Tues, march 6 4:30
Sat, march 10 8:00 am
Tues, March 13 ` 4:30
Sat, march 17 10:30
Tues, march 20 5:00
Sat, march 24 8:00 am
Wed, march 28 5:00
Sat, march 31 1:00
Wed, April 4 5:00
Sat, April 21 1:00
Mon, April 23 5:00
Sat, April 28 3:30
Thurs, may 3 5:00
Sat, May 5 8:00 am
Thurs, may 10 5:00
Thurs, may 17 5:00
Sat, may 19 3:30
Mon, may 21 5:00

Monday

Why does the week have to start on Monday, why not Tuesday? Why can't every weekend be a long weekend? Why don't we get siestas (nap time) during the day like in other countries??? Why, why , why???
No I am not complaining. Don't like to complain. Just asking these questions to no one in particular.
Saturday was Greg's first game. Go Padres!! They did awesome. See the blog for all the highlights. Well, some of them. Next game is Tuesday against the Dodgers. For those of you wanting a schedule, I will make one and email it out. Sunday was picture day and the bbq. We saw so many friends there. Can't wait to see them during the season. :)
Sunday afternoon Evelyn was bored. So, she helped me pick up the house and put away a few loads of laundry. Then we went for a walk around Lake Mission Viejo with K. We walked and ran until Evy was tired, then walked again. We sat on a bench along Alicia Parkway that faces the lake and took a rest. It was the perfect afternoon for a nice long walk.
The kids didn't have school on Friday. Tom and I took the day off we all headed to Knott's Berry Farm. No crowds and we saw some friends from school too. We waited in line for our lunch longer than for any ride. Go figure! Evelyn rode Ghost Rider 10 times. I rode 7 of those times. We rode the Jaguar about that many times too. Towards the end of the day we could just stay on the rides and there were not any lines. I have a great picture of us all on Ghost Rider. As soon as I scan it, will put it on the blog. No laughing please! Each time we got off the ride, we would dash to see our pictures. Hilarious!
This week is another busy week. BB on Tues, Wed, Fri, and Sat. Adventure Princesses on Tuesday, Boy Scouts on Friday, and Adventure Princess outing on Saturday.
Have a good week everyone.

Opening Day : Padres 26, Angels 19

Opening day today! What a great game, Padres won 26 - 19. The Angels played a great game and made us work for each point. Greg played 3rd base and left field. He batted 3rd in the batting order and got a hit each time. Even got a home run his 3rd at bat!!!

I was keeping score so didn't get a chance to to take a lot of pictures. Evelyn and Tom were my back up photographers. Here's a shot of the home run hit and a play at 3rd.

Next game in Tuesday against the Dodgers.

Home Run swing
Heading to second
Heading to third
Home Run! (I was so excited I cut off Greg's head)
Got him out at 3rd.

Looking forward to the weekend, as usual!

I know it' only Thursday, but tomorrow is Friday!! Whoo Hoo! The kids don't have school, teacher in service or something like that. So we are headed to Knotts Berry Farm. The kids and I went in November and had a blast. We went on just about every ride and I even went up in that sky needle thing. (Don't like heights). Tom is taking the day off too so we will have a great Family Fun Friday. P.S. if you are thinking of going to Knott's, Baskin Robins has coupons.

Saturday is opening day against the Angels. Well, that is opening day for NMVLL, Greg's baseball league. He is on the Padres and they play the Angels. Greg has been practicing alot at 3rd base and left field. He has quite the arm and can get the ball from left field directly to the first baseman's glove. I think this year we will be seeing a few over the fence home runs from him. The game is at 1:00 (yea we can sleep in on Saturday!). Then picture day and the bbq on Sunday. Baseball season is starting to heat up. 2 games a week and 2 practices a week. I will do my best to post game photos and stats.

It was so nice to not have homework tonight. I will go through the back packs tomorrow just to make sure nothing slips by that I need to know about on Monday.

Well, that's about it for now. Looking forward to Survivor and CSI tonight. Don't think ER is on for awhile, but have to double check.

Have a great weekend and check back later this weekend for the latest Padres news!

Real Simple Daily Thoughts

I mentioned before how I love this magazine and enjoy getting the daily thoughts in my email. Here is one from the other day:

Kind words can be short and easy to speak but their echoes are truly endless.
— Mother Teresa

Happy Belated Birthday!

Last Saturday we got together to celebrate 3 birthdays: Mary (Tom's mom) Therese (Tom's sister) and Sam (our niece, Therese's daughter). Sam turned 13. Mary and Therese's birthdays are on the same day and Sam's is 3 days later.

So, get ready for a lot of pictures here.

Mary, Therese and Sam ~ The Birthday Girls

Sam and her new guitar

Make a Wish!

Greg, Grandma Mary and Aunt Therese
Aiden and Great Grandma Mary
Aiden and cousin Nicole
Aiden and Grandpa Rich
Sweet Sam

Aiden is Michelle and David's son. He is 4 months old now and quite the cutie pie.

Happy Birthday Mary, Therese and Sam. We enjoyed sharing in your birthday celebration.

~Naomi, Tom, Evelyn and Greg.