Fun Run Winners!

Meg and Zach had a great time at the CC Fun Run. They came in first and second place... but got awarded First Girl and First Boy. Tht made getting up early worth it!!!

Zach's first Baseball game

We hope everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day. We've been swamped with the spring sports season starting. Friday Zach had his first baseball game and another on Sunday.

Kane County Cougars

Saturday we enjoyed checking out Geneva, IL before the Kane County Cougars game. The game ended with fireworks and then they let the kids run the bases.

Sox Game

Too bad the Sox weren't as hot as the weather. We had a great time at the game, but we left with the Sox losing 0-12 in the 7th. It was Kids day at the park so the kids got Sox jerseys and autographs from some of the players before the game. We fried in the sun, but enjoyed lots of icy treats to stay cool.

Meg's Volleyball Class

Meg is loving the park district's volleyball program. She's the youngest in the class, but she's doing great. We can't wait until she's old enough to play for St. Cletus.

Busy Saturday

-Kids Swim Lessons
-Chris cleaned gutters
-Zach's 1st Basketball practice
-Birthday Party
-Chicago Fire Playoff Game (pictured)

Pre Game - I Am An American!

Due to Zach being sick this was a dad & daughter and mom & son bonding weekend.

Meg and I left Elizabeth and Zach in Chicago to head to Lafayette on Saturday. It was the annual reunion game fro Grandma Chris and her college pals. We watched Purdue defeat the Illini on a dreary cold day. Afterwards we caught up, ate lasagna, and celebrating Meg's birthday. Zach and Elizabeth video conferenced in so they could enjoy everything (except the lasagna).

St Cletus Homecoming

Here are some of our little Cardinals on their way to the game. We had a great time in the parade and at the game Sunday. We'll post more pictures soon.

The Girls before the Purdue Game

Saturday we took the kids to the Purdue Toledo Football Game. Before the game the swimming and diving teams were running a kids event. We got to spend some time with cousin Allison and see her again as they took the field at half time. The kids had fun at the game and so did we. That night we had a relaxing dinner at Mom's house, introduced Ms. Frisbie to Frisbee Golf, and had cake for Mom's birthday.

Frisbee Golf

On Sunday Chris and the kids played there first game of Frisbee golf. It was a heck of a lot of fun! Both Meg and Zach's throws steadily improved.
We played at Mayfair Park in Westchester. The course was designed and built as part of an Eagle scout project. The holes were mostly Par 3s so it was a good starter course for Meg and Zach.

Game On!

AYSO soccer is once again in full swing. Meg's Purple Panthers ended their first game in a 1 to 1 tie. It took a quarter for the girls to shake off the rust but once they did they were working well as a team. Meg started the game off as goalie and had a save. Then to start the 2nd half she was on offense where she had a few good break-aways and passes.

Zach had the late game. A short rain shower came and went and we were able to get the game in. Zach was excited to get out on the field, and with good reason. He had a great game with 3 goals and a lot of super hard kicks! We don't have pictures from his game because Chris was refereeing the game and Elizabeth was singing at the first communion masses, so we promise an extra large dose of Zach pictures from the next game.

Gold Medal Girls

I watched the kids during Christmas break and today we headed downtown to Mayor Daley Holiday Fitness Fest. We met up with some of Meg and Zach's friends and broke a sweat rock climbing and learning about Olympic sports. The kids did some science experiments while they were there and had front row seats to watch the Jesse white tumblers.

Purdue Wins!!!

48-42 Purdue defeated Michigan on beautiful Saturday afternoon.

Go St. Cletus Cardinals!

We had a busy weekend. Saturday Josh came up to see the kids soccer games. Sunday we decorated the Mitchell's car and went to the St. Cletus Homecoming parade and football games.

Game 1

Soccer season has started again. Zach looked like a pro. He played 2 quarters and scored 3 goals in each. Pretty amazing. He told us "See I told you I would be great at soccer". As though we had any doubt. This is Meg's first year on an all girls team. In U-7 they play on a larger field and they have goalies. Zach scored 6 goals and Meg's team scored 6 goals. Both teams won their games.

Setting up for Polo

Sunday we walked around the Oakbrook Polo field as they were getting ready for the days match. The kids enjoyed seeing the horses.

End of Soccer

Well another season of soccer has ended. After the game the kids enjoyed the AYSO spring picnic.

Chicago Rush Game

The list...

Saturday
- Swim Lessons
- St. John of the Cross Garage Sale
- Chicago Rush Game (Arena Football)

Sunday
- Mass
- Relax
- Playground
- Impromptu BBQ.