Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Flowers, T-Ball, and Mudcats!

I'm really hoping my hay bale garden continues to grow but until then we let the kids plant some flowers in some extra ground space we have outside.  My raised garden bed from last summer killed the grass underneath.  Zane originally tried to tell me that this would be where he buried me if he needed a space, but we thought it'd be a little nicer to let the kids plant some flowers here:
After Zane dug some holes, the kids got to drop in some seeds:
This picture has nothing to do with the garden except for that this is how Ashlyn had her hair done when we were outside:
I had asked her to bring me some hairties.  After I gave her pigtails I realized she had one hairtie left and she wanted me to use all 3 so I just "ponytailed" them together.  I think this is my new favorite hairstyle for her and her hair length.  :)
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Bryson has started his t-ball games for the season.  He absolutely loves it!!!  He also loves that whenever Zane is able to make the practice/game he is an assistant coach:
How fun that the field is right across the street from our house and we are able to walk there!
Bryson's first game was CRAZY!!  He was running all over the field but having so much fun.  He chased every ball, ran laps in the outfield, ran into the other teams' dugout to bat with them, etc.  I think Zane got a ton of exercise that night!  The next night, Zane tried to keep Bryson closer to him:
Bryson was better the second night (maybe from learning the first night that he can't run all over).  Most of the kids don't stand out any further than the bases.  Bryson, on the other hand, thought they might need his help out by the fence in case of a homerun:
These games have been hilarious to watch.  I don't have a lot of pictures because I took mostly videos that I will upload soon!
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As you saw in a previous blog, we took the kids to an NC State baseball game last week.  This past Sunday we took them to another baseball game.  This time we watched the Carolina Mudcats play.  This was a great time to show Bryson how the team stands still out on the field unless the ball comes to them.  :)

We all really enjoyed this game (even though they lost...by a lot).
Bryson even got Muddy Mudcat's autograph which he was so excited about!:
And then we couldn't leave without Ashlyn getting a pink Mudcat's baseball bat and Bryson thought he needed a helmet:
Now we're looking forward to this weekend because it starts Zane's Spring Break and we'll be heading to the ocean!

3 comments:

Nanna said...

I hope Bryson and Ashlyn's flower garden grows beautiful flowers. I am sure they will be happy to bring you a fresh flower arrangement every day or so. I think watching the little ones learn the rules and play ball is very entertaining. Bryson is going to do good even if he does feel the need to help the other team. He is such a great little boy. I always had a few laughs watching the children learn. Ashlyn's hair is really pretty. I loved her hairdo. I am sure Zane will make a great coach and knows how to keep his cool with the kids and parents. Have fun at the beach and bring back lots of pictures of your Spring break. I love you.

JD said...

T-Ball is all about chasing butterflies and pouring dirt on your head (guess who did that!?!) Most of the kids are more concerned about what's for snack! Enjoy it while it is here, for it will be gone too soon. Glad to see your kids doing so well.

Anonymous said...

I loved all the new pictures you posted. Ashlyn's hair is so cute. Bryson sounds and looks like he is having so much fun. Aslyn also looks like she is enjoying every minute. I can't wait to see the video's. I received your letter yesterday and I am so proud of it.

Give everyone a hug and kiss from Granner. I miss you so much!!!de