Christopher's Baseball Game Schedule 2013

Christopher is playing for Southside Lumber this season.  We will be gone on our cruise for two of the dates.  Please join us if you like.  You are always welcome.  You may want to bring a lawn chair with you.

Date		Teams		Time	Field
5/11/13	Saturday	Mid-America	Southside Lumber	2:30pm	6
5/18/13	Saturday	Southside Lumber	Mach Mine	2:30pm	6
5/20/13	Monday	Southside Lumber	Garavalia	6:00pm	3
5/22/13	Wednesday	Southside Lumber	Robertson Vend	6:00pm	6
6/4/13	Tuesday	Harris/Jones	Southside Lumber	5:30pm	3
6/5/13+	Wednesday	Pro Cabinets	Southside Lumber	6:00pm	6
6/8/13*	Saturday	Johnson Hughes	Southside Lumber	1:00pm	6
6/10/13*	Monday	Garavalia	Southside Lumber	6:00pm	6
6/25/13	Tuesday	Southside Lumber	Pro Cabinets	5:30pm	3
6/26/13	Wednesday	Southside Lumber	Mid-America	6:00pm	6
6/29/13	Saturday	Mach Mine	Southside Lumber	4:00pm	6
7/4/13	Thursday	Robertson Vend	Southside Lumber	2:30pm	6

* = Will Not Be Attending             + = May not attend

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Pack 85 Family Campout 2013

We took the cub scout pack on the first annual family campout on April 26-27th.  This was Noah's first campout!  They had a ball building forts with the scouts.  They even survived in the rain.  So proud of them.  Noah even went on a hike and walked the whole way!

Noah's Spring Pictures

Here are some of Noah's spring pictures.  We love em!

The Titans of Pee Wee Soccer

Christopher's team was finally dealt their first loss on April 6.  Christopher was shut down by the player on the right.  His name is Ryder and he, like Chris, has natural soccer skill.  Chris had eaten a big breakfast instead of his usual banana before the game and it made him sluggish.  Ryder made quick work of it.  Chris also scored his only goal, for the Lions club.  They rematched last night.  Christopher had his banana and was ready to rock and roll.  The Lions were dealt a 9 -2 loss with Chris scoring 5 goals.  Ryder left the field crying.  I am not "one of those parents" but there is a tinge of revenge down deep :-)  I expect to see great things from these two soccer stars in the coming years.

More Soccer Pics & Schedule

Christopher had his second game of the season.  The temperature dropped to 39 degrees.  Christopher's team, Marion Soccer Inc (Light Blue) beat the Marion Soccer (Royal Blue...which was supposed to be Purple) 14-0 with Christopher scoring 10 goals.  Because of poor attendance due to weather, they decided to make it a 3 on 3 game.  Christopher did pass the ball a little more as there was more field available and each of his other teammates tallied 2 goals each.  His coach was astonished at his skill level.  In future season, he may be advanced to older levels to meet is skill set.  Noah was a little grumpy that day but never fails to cheer on his "Bubby."  

For anyone interested in coming to a game, his schedule is:

Date	Day	Time	Field	Opponent
3/16	Saturday	10:30am	12A	Graphic Impressions
3/23	Saturday	10:30am	12B	Marion Soccer (Purple)
3/26	Tuesday	5:30pm	12A	Pit Road Racing
3/30	Saturday	10:30am	12B	Adam B. Lawler Law
4/2	Tuesday	5:30pm	12B	Graphic Impressions
4/6	Saturday	9:00am	12B	Marion Lions Club
4/9	Tuesday	5:30pm	12B	Sergios Mexican Restaurant
4/13	Saturday	9:00am	12A	IMS
4/15	Monday	5:30pm	12A	Marion Lions Club
4/16	Tuesday	5:30pm	12A	Aisin

Location:  FOR GPS USERS:  109 VALENTINE, MARION IL 62959

The Marion Soccer Complex is 3.2 miles from the Interstate 57 exchange. From Interstate 57 (Main Street Exit - 53), go east toward the town of Marion at the Interstate 57 - Main Street intersection. You will be heading East on West Main Street, which will eventually change into East Main Street. Continue to drive past the town's square, which you will have to veer right (half way around the square). You will continue to drive in the same direction as you have been driving, after you pass this town's square. Continue straight or east on E. Main Street. After 3.2 miles from the Interstate 57 exchange, you will see the Marion Soccer Complex on the right hand or south side of East Main Street. You will have to turn right on Valentine Lane, and again right on George Sims Road, which will take you to the parking lot of the Marion Soccer Complex.

Ride to Masonic Childrens Home

Bobbie and I went on our first ride as members of the Raised & Riding Chapter of the Widows Sons.  The Widows Sons is a Masonic Motorcycle Riding Association.  After near 70 degree temps the day before, the day plummeted to the 40s on the ride.  Buuuurrr!  We had a ball though.  Great time was had by all.  We delivered Easter baskets to the children living at the Masonic Children's Home in Murphysboro and then had lunch at Golden Corral.

Christophers First Game for Marion Soccer Inc

Marion Soccer has unleashed the beast!  Christopher...Ole No. 1 had his first soccer game for the spring.  He is on the Marion Soccer Inc. Team.  They one 11-2 against Graphic Impressions.  Christopher scored 9 out of the 11 goals for his team.  Chris hustled after the ball and dominated play.  Goal #8 was through a three kid screen.  We talked with him about passing and how he shouldn't try to keep the ball.  He said, "All they do is kick it to the other team."  He has a valid argument!  I will be glad when they work on passing and it is more of a team effort.  As it stands for now, he is a force to be reckoned with!