Those Were The Days...

A while back we took a road trip to HC to watch the Panthers and Coach Miller play ball. Before we left we snuck into Lynn Gym, as it is going to be renovated into a residence hall soon.

The sounds and the smells were the same. It is just the way you remember, except no fans cheering loudly as the Panthers upset Manchester (or the other way around). This place is home in many ways to Andy and I - where I first tried out for cheerleading when I was a senior in high school and met the "other" Julie; where Andy met some of his dearest friends on the basketball court and in life; where I had my first job on campus, working for the volleyball coach; where I first cheered for #40; where he first saw me in a cheerleading skirt...ahhh, the memories!

Here's to ole' Lynn Gym. May her new residents be as good to her as we were.

One last pose...

One last dunk.

It's Been Too Long....

And I know it. I am sorry. I have been living. And been busy....

Watching games on my "home court" (Yes - Andy's idea).

At our "home away from home" Nothin' But Net for these undefeated boys...

and this Lil Hoopstar too!

Playin in the snow...

and wishing for spring!

We are hangin' in there! And enjoying Spring Break! More to follow...

Hello Kitty

This little kitty says hi.

She is hilarious!

BRACE Yourself....

This BIG boy....

got braces!

Jack's mouth needed a little widening so we have got a big 8 yr old boy in braces! He now looks 12. He has done a great job following all the orders, including giving up his beloved Tootsie Rolls. But 3 Musketeers have been a nice distraction. He will have them for about a year for "Phase 1." Just in time for little brother to get them (I assume). Can you hear my wallet crying??!!

Our New Lil Hoopstar

As much as I would love a petite, little ballerina or cheerleader being thrown in the air...let's be honest. My girl is tall. There is nothing "little" about her. So we let nature take it's course and signed Brooke up for BASKETBALL!

She had her first practice/game this past week. She tends to be shy in new situations so we had a long talk before we went about not needing to be shy, being a good listener and not hanging on Mommy.

We walked in, found her Coach, she shook his hand, changed into her "White Lightening" jersey and never looked back.

Andy even swore he saw her roll her eyes at him when he waved to her on the bench. Oh boy.
We are so proud of  our Lil Hoopstar!

Our Lil Lightening!

1st of many "games" I am sure!

Christmas at Home

Finally - Christmas at home. I must say - I was ultra proud of my kids this year. Whenever asked what they wanted for Christmas the answer was always "I will be happy with whatever I get." No pressure!! But knowing the boys were getting the ULTIMATE gift from Grandparents Goshorn - iPod Touch - no need to get anything else! HA!

Reading the classic before bed.

Love this, seeing my nativity in the background.

Santa always wraps in white tissue paper with black marker. All he has time for!

Jack (and Will) got new school gear, including a cool basketball bag!

Dad got some new gear too!

Brooke asked Santa for pink headphones and a Bengal Monkey (?). This little guy fit the bill!

The boys got an awesome race track from Uncle Mikey AND Grandparents Goshorn!

Great Grandpa Sawyer enjoyed the day with us too!

Brooke was spoiled - she got her Barbie Dream House from Grandparents Goshorn!

Of course the day would not be complete without singing and our "Happy Birthday Jesus" cake!

Christmas in Yoder

Our next Christmas festivity was in Yoder. We went up the weekend before and spent 4 nice days, playing cards and video games, watching sports, eating and seeing friends and family. It was so nice!

The Goshorn and Austin cousins

Brooke and her Grandpa Bill "Cheese!"

So happy to see Uncle Jon and Aunt Molly again!

Uncle Jon finally realized the boots did not fit!

Daddy and Will opening gifts.

Nice visit with our buddies the Smiths!