Veronica's Bachelorette Party

Last night was Veronica's bachelorette party. In fact, it took up quite a bit of the day! They did a practice run with her hair and make-up, which looked fantastic! Then, some of the girls headed out to Sawtooth Winery for some wine tasting. I didn't take time off work for that portion of the day since it's a new job and I didn't want to take off too much time for the wedding, especially since I have a trip planned in a month. So, my mom, aunt Taunya and I met up with the group at Fork for dinner.  (horrible reservation management BTW) The food was great, I got Veronica some naughty lingerie, and we had some great drinks and laughs. Afterwards, the group of girls headed out for dancing. They had a great time and I believe Veronica is still drunk as we speak! Here are some pictures I borrowed from the girls.

Tonight is the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner, and tomorrow is the BIG DAY!!

A Return to the Field

I have been waiting for this night for a long damn time. I know the rest of the family has, too. It was only fitting that the Aces' last game was tonight, while Dana was in town for his wedding. He brought all of his gear, suited up, and took the field. Just like old times. What a great night, kicked off by Dana taking a grounder to the face during warm-up. I guess both bride AND groom will be wearing heavy make-up for the big day!

 

 

 

Just ice your face, I'm sure it'll be fine by Friday!  I'm waiting for my dad to say, "does your face hurt......"  Gets a laugh every time.

 

 

 

I handed out 478 popsicles tonight to the kids. Not really.....but I believe Kendall had about seven.

 

 

Dana had a good night at the place - on base percentage was .1000 with some hits, a walk, and a hit-by-pitch.

 

 

 

Carter and Gabe reunited for another game!

 

 

Mom and her mini-me.

 

 

 

 

More of Veronica's family has rolled into town for the wedding. We had a massive cheering section tonight!

 

 

My cousin, Matt, going yard.

 

 

Veronica and the popsicle monster.

 

 

My cousin, Brian, at the hot corner.

 

 

Good ole Mike - 65 and still pitching.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My uncle Rod, the intense coach.

 

 

Danny Ryan out at second for this game.

 

 

Mitch (Gabe's dad) pounded in a few hits too.

 

 

 

Dana for one of his hits.

 

 

 

 

 

Brian, mister intensity, at the plate, knocking in some runs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Matt up again, no homer this time, but definitely a good hit.

 

 

 

Elliot is a long-time friend of the family. He grew up playing little league with Matt, Brian, and Dana.

 

 

 

Checking out the swollen eye.  "He'll never talk back to me again!" she says.

 

 

Cyndi, whose son, Nick, also played little league with the boys, attends many games. Nick has since moved away for work, but she still makes an appearance here and there to support the guys.

 

 

Awwww my three guys.

 

 

 

And now, my six guys. I can't imagine a better group.

 

Let the Madness Begin!

Dana, Veronica, and Easton arrived in Boise Friday evening to begin the prep for their wedding, which is later this week. It was a busy, but fun, weekend. The out-of-towners are starting to roll in, so it seems to get even more busy with each passing day.

 

I headed out a little early on Friday afternoon. I didn't have the kids for most of the weekend, so it was nice to just sit and relax with the family.  We grilled some burgers and played several rounds of corn hole. It was a perfect evening on the patio.

 

 

 

 

 

I spent the majority of Saturday with them as well, though I had to leave before the corn hole festivities heated up again.

 

Sunday was a busy day for sure. While Easton and Kendall were napping, my brother, dad, and I headed over to the field to practice some baseball with Carter. We ran through some soft toss, hitting, and grounder drills.

 

 

 

 

 

And since Dana will be in town for the last softball game of the season, we got him some practice as well.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Afterwards, we stayed inside as much as we could to escape the heat. It was damn hot out on the field!

 

Easton and his Papa having a moment:

 

 

My mom needs an updated picture of the three grandkids for work. This was ridiculously difficult, and I'll probably end up trying again at the wedding when they are all three dressed up.

 

 

 

 

Mr. Serious!

 

 

And if you ever can't find Kendall, check the garden. She's a sneak with those tomatoes!