The Rogers Sports Report

Hamster Wheel

2012-02-10T16:16:00.000-06:00

I really feel like I'm on a hamster wheel to no where. I need to go someplace to recharge my batteries. The question is with or without the kids? I'd feel guilty the whole time I'm gone. I feel like I'm in the movie Groundhog Day. Time to get out of the rut!! Watch out world!

Long Winter

2012-02-09T04:41:00.002-06:00

For most people the lack of snow it a blessing. In my house it makes for a long, boring winter. There is no snowmobiling, fort making, skiing, snowball fights...you get the picture. While I've enjoyed not having below 0 temps the fun part of winter hasn't been here this year. I'm heading to Minneapolis with Kyle at the end of the month so I'm sure we will get a big storm by then. This weather has put my mood in a funk as well. Time to invest in a sun light or drink some Uhler (a cinnamon and peppermint schnapps) and say the snow prayer.

Awful Mom?

2012-02-05T15:39:00.000-06:00

People who don't have kids with ADD/ADHD don't understand the conflicts a Mom goes through. We have these perfectly loving kids who can't attend, can't stop themselves from acting whether they have been asked to stop or not to do something, and they all have anger bursts which they can't explain why later. As a Mom you find yourself yelling or reprimanding these kids. You go to school and fight with the teachers because you understand your kid however they don't. You find yourself fighting with the kid and feeling awful for it. It pits you against your spouse at times. These kids are very sweet and caring kids. Please don't judge the kids or moms.

Zumba my butt off!

2012-01-19T17:34:00.000-06:00

Zumba class tonight!!! Going to try my hand at this tonight! A friend of mine's daughter teaches it. It's suppose to be a killer class! I'm ready to get rid of the blubber:)

Who do I admire

2012-01-18T18:33:00.002-06:00

Kyle had to write a paper on who he admires and who inspires him for his religion final. The first person was his grandpa. Here's what he said.
"I'm told I'm a lot like this person and I take that as a compliment. The person that inspires me to be a better person is my grandpa. He's tough on me when I need it. He has taught me how to be better in all my sports. He is a hard worker, loves his family and has a strong faith. Grandpa inspires me to be better at everything I do. He would not accept anything but the best so I don't either. When people watch me play baseball and tell me they see my grandpa out on the field I take that as the biggest compliment ever. I hope as I get older I can be like him and keep my work ethic, love my family and keep my faith."
It's great when the kids are little and look up to people but I think is spectacular when they still see that same person as larger than life as they get older. Notice he didn't bring up their tempers LOL.
The other 2 people were me and his brother Cole. It was a very sweet paper.

Getting fit and fab

2012-01-13T19:48:00.003-06:00

Two days in a row. Today I needed off. I am sooooo sore and my legs feel like they are ready to give out with every step. I have to remember I am not 17. I walked and lifted and then yesterday took a body pump class. I will be back to the class. Clay has been to the Y every day. It only takes him about 7 min. to walk to the Y. He loves it. He goes swimming and plays in the teen room. Cole and Kyle both are enjoying the Y and seem to have little competitions to see who's strong. Of course Cole wins. We haven't got Bill to go with us yet but there's still hope. I am ready for more pain. BRING IT ON.

Bikini season here I come!

2012-01-11T18:20:00.001-06:00

We joined the Y as a family. Clay was crawling out of his skin to go swimming. He had a blast. I went and lifted weights w/ the boys. I was good and did not over do it. The boys are great and very supportive of me working out. I think it's because I am trying to plan a trip to a beach somewhere for next Christmas or spring break. I know it will be slow going but nothing worth doing comes easy. I am still 2# lower than I was when I started the work fat club challenge. Thank goodness we started it prior to the holidays. Wish me luck

Dear Mother Nature

2012-01-08T19:42:00.000-06:00

Dear Mother Nature,
I live in Wisconsin and I think you forgot what your duties are. It's January and we are having temperatures in the mid 30's to 40 degrees. It's nice as far as being able to go out and walk without bundling up in several layers however, we are not able to snowmobile, ski, sled or ice skate outdoors. The golf courses are open. This is making for a boring winter. You can keep the mild temperatures but could you please throw us a little snow. It would help make my family happy.
Thank you,
Rogers family

The Ayes have it!

2012-01-05T17:55:00.001-06:00

I don't know if they know what they got themselves into but the Post 6 Baseball just voted me on their board! It's so much fun to be able to be a part of something that I really believe in and enjoy. I'm sure I won't always feel this way but I feel it's a great honor and can't wait to start helping make decisions.
Kyle went and worked out with his coach today. He does love his baseball. Cole's out w/ his buds. Clay is sitting on the couch and playing on the computer. Nice quiet night.

Great Day Off

2012-01-04T15:53:00.002-06:00

Had a much needed day off. Went to Wausau w/ Cole to get his glasses fixed. Had a nice time w/ him just 1:1. Went to my favorite Mexican restraunt (El Jalapeno's), got treated to flan (yum). We got home just before the others did. Now it's off to a board meeting for baseball. Can't wait to hear the sound of cleats on the field. Here's back to work.

Goodbye 2011 Hello 2012!

2012-01-01T11:40:00.001-06:00

2011 has been a year of growing pains and challenges. It has been a year of changes in our family. Addition of girlfriends, loss of family and friends. Along with these changes have come to ability learn that things will be different and trying to accept and find balance in sharing the boys and adjusting to losses. 2011 has brought us challenges with the boys. Thank goodness nothing life altering and it all comes with the territory of raising teenagers and learning experiences. Mom always said that little problems come with little kids and big problems with big kids. Work has been a challenge and the decision to leave a job after 16 years was a tough one. I feel it was the right decision. With Walker and his changes ,Bill's job is still uncertain but as always if something does happen we will get through it. Reading this might be depressing but it has been a roller coaster of a year for us. With this I look forward to 2012 and the excitement it will bring. I believe positive changes are happening for all of us. Welcome 2012! Happy New Year to all of you! I wish everyone the best for the year!

Christmas 2011

2011-12-25T16:09:00.001-06:00

All the work that goes into getting perfect gift. It's amazing that's it's all over in a blink of an eye. I think the boys all had a good Christmas. It's tough the older they get because there is a lot less under the tree. There were a few surprises that weren't expected. Bill finally got his ipod and is thrilled. The boys got me a massage and Cole and Kyle got Clay a new skateboard. We then said goodbye to Kyle as he went to Hannah's family and the rest of us went to a movie. Bill and Clay went to Chipwrecked and Cole and I went to Sherlock Holmes. It was wonderful. Now off to make Lasagna and have Christmas dinner. Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas as well.

Crazy Weekend and Start of the week

2011-12-12T19:58:00.000-06:00

Cole was home this weekend seeing a friend who is shipping out to Afganistan soon. He was home fairly upset about this. He's back to school for finals this week. 1 semester down 3 to go. I know it was tough for him to suck it up and go back but I'm pretty proud of him for doing it.

Kyle was at a dance competition this weekend with Hannah. Then off to a hockey game. He started to build a hockey rink and it was coming along nicely until the weather warmed up and melted it all.

Clay was at a movie with his friend. Its so funny that he is getting so big. He and his buddy got dropped off at the theater and then picked up after. I forget that he is in 6th grade. He also got his cell phone so he is constinantly texting us from wherever he is in the house.

Bill is busy fixing brakes. First he got Cole's done 2 weeks ago. My back brakes wore out along with a flat tire this week. Kyle's rear brakes went out on Saturday. When it rains it pours.

I'm busy getting Christmas cards ready to go out, tree up, gifts bought. I'm adjusting to my job just fine. New reports to do keep creeping up and now my OTR quit today. Finding a new one should be fun.

Here's to the rest of the week.

All I want for Christmas!

2011-12-08T19:03:00.001-06:00

In this age when Christmas has gotten so comercialized I look at these teenage/tweener faces and realize that all I want for Christmas is these 3 under one roof w/ no fights. Yeah like that's going to happen. But a girl can dream. Hope all your wishes come true this holiday season.

Merry Pelot Christmas!!!

2011-12-05T20:19:00.001-06:00

We had a wonderful time in Milwaukee! We went bowling. Kyle beat me by 1 point!! Troy fixed an amazing meal. Jen had a ton of desserts!! Needless to say we all left fat and happy. Kids had a good time swimming.Troy took us on a tour of his brewery! Then it was off to the mall. A good time was had by all! Thank you Rysewyk Family!

First Week of the new job

2011-11-27T15:11:00.001-06:00

I had a pretty good first week of work. My head is swimming from all the information. I got a couple of things dropped in my lap. I was suppose to give a reprimand to the rehab tech and deal with an attitude problem of one of my PT's. REALLY?! Needless to say this didn't happen. The staff had a welcome and birthday soup potluck on Tues. The staff ha been very nice and helpful. I haven't had any difficulities. It could be that they are all on their best behavior right now but so far I'm enjoying it.

Unemployed for 24 hours

2011-11-19T17:33:00.001-06:00

Woke up this morning and my darling husband asked me how it feels to be unemployed. I kinda liked this thought. I played onthe computer, went to lunch, and then to a movie with some friends. I like the no stress day. Starting tomorrow increased stress level.

Endings and Beginings

2011-11-18T17:39:00.001-06:00

Today was my last day at a job I loved for 16 years. It was hard to say goodbye to the people and the building. Driving home I had the voice of self doubt in my head. I know I need to make this next step however there is a comfort about the familiarity. Here's a toaste to the past and onto the future.

New Beginings

2011-11-07T15:51:00.001-06:00

I went to work on Saturday and found my new desk all set up with a big "Welcome Terry" sign. This made it all so real. I can't believe in 2 weeks I will be in charge of this big, wonderful crew. I'm starting top get nervous and I have some self doubt. My current boss pulled me aside this morning and told me what a wonderful boss I will be. I hope I can just remember to keep everything in perspective and remember that there is always 2 sides. Here's to my last to weeks of just being a pe-on.

Undefeated season

2011-10-15T11:55:00.001-05:00

Clay had his last game today. It was cold and windy and there wasn't one complaint. The boys played well all sseason but had the goal to be undefeated. What a game it was They stated out behind but made uup for it. Clay got a 4th and 1 interception. He was walking on air. Coaches were really good and are throwing them a pool party on Tuesday.

Kyle's game not so good. they got beat but it looked like they were having fun. He played both sides of the field and kicked. He did well. He kicked into the wind much of the time and still did well. He is playing on JV on Monday and that will be the end of the season. I'm ready for some down time.

I did accept the job in Arpin and it feels right. I should be starting just before Thanksgiving. Bill is ready for some down time as well.

Desicions

2011-10-12T16:22:00.000-05:00

I got a fantastic job offer today. I am not in a good place with my current job. Problem is I need to make the right decision without anger or resentment. I hate things like this. Wish me luck!!!!

Fun Saturday

2011-10-08T22:45:00.002-05:00

Kyle and Hannah

Jr Class

Clay #17

Reversals

2011-10-04T14:34:00.001-05:00

Friday night the boys played hard but came out on the loosing side of things. Kyle had a couple snaps go over his head and he did get one of and got smucked good on one of them. He now knows why he has that pigeon chest. Last night we had a reversal in the score and he had a good game. He got to play a ton of offense. He got 2 tds. Hard to believe we won't be going to the playoffs this year. 2 more games for him and 2 more for Clay too. I think Clay has had a fun season as well. He has practice tonight. Enjoy the beautiful day.

Happy thoughts

2011-10-02T19:23:00.002-05:00

Life has been more valleys than mountains so far this year and I don't think we are quite done with the lows yet. So I need to start focusing on the positives. Here are just a few things:
-Cole coming home for the weekend
-Cole getting asked to work out for the SWAT team and being excited about it.
-Clay crawling into bed with me and making a nest to keep us warm
-Clay getting to run the football 2x on Monday and getting 20 yards
-Clay playing football and having fun
-Kyle playing baseball and having a great time
-Kyle being excited about homecoming and decorating the school with his friends
-Bill being proud of me and telling me how much he love me
-Having people in my life that I know love and care about me unconditionally.

Saturday rambling.

2011-09-17T18:31:00.001-05:00

Bill made it to Houston just fine. He said it was a bumpy ride. Poor Afton was scared on her first flight. Bill's grandma cried when she realized it was him. She thought it was his dad when he walked in. Kyle is camping and sound like he's having a good time. Cole is in Platteville and just chilling this weekend. He's going to Lacrosse next weekend. Clay had a game this morning and did well. He's much more passive of a player than the other 2. He's enjoing it. They won. It was a fun game. Nice and quiet night with Clay.

A Game We would like to forget

2011-09-16T21:53:00.000-05:00

Wow! We played Schiocton tonight and it was not pretty. The final score was 0-44. Shiocton just outplayed us. The refs were terrible. Kyle got thrown and it should have been a personal foul against them. The coaches were fustrated and upset and so were the kids. What are you going to do? Bill's headed to Houston tomorrow, Clay has a game and Kyle's going camping.

Kyle's game

2011-09-09T23:41:00.000-05:00

Kyle played one heck of a game. He got the extra point kick with a ton of room. A couple nice punts! A field goal to bring the score to 10-0. He also got in on a sack had a couple big tackles and help\d the line nicely. One of the better games I've seen him play. Unfortunately Amy's Jesse broke his collar bone adn dislocated his shoulder. This means his out for the season. Poor kid :(

Happy labor day!

2011-09-05T05:47:00.000-05:00

While some of you are vacationing or enjoying the day off, I will be laboring. In this day and age I'm just grateful to have a job. It's suppose to be a beautiful fall day (mid 60's) so go out and enjoy!

Oh what a night!

2011-09-03T14:52:00.000-05:00

Last nights game could have gone better for the team. It was the first time in ten years they lost to Amherst. Our boys had some errors (9 fumbles with 4 losses, missed tackled etc.) It was a tough game to watch. One of our seniors went out with a "popped" knee. If it's what they think he will be out for baseball also and to make things worse it was also his birthday. Kyle did have a good game and it's fun to watch him. He got double and triple teamed all night. He and one of the Amherst kids were talking(friendly) all night after they tackled each other. It was cute to watch.
Now it's off to a nice long weekend. Bill and Clay are going to Illinois for a car show later today. Kyle is going to the Rosholt fair. I'm going to enjoy some alone time, and Cole is having a great time seeing everyone come back. So far he's enjoying school again this year. Both the other boys like their new year so far. It's only been day 2 so we will see. Have a great labor day weekend!

Last day of Summer

2011-08-31T16:37:00.000-05:00

Oh Boy how did we get here so fast? The school supplies are bought and packed, schedules printed, and kids already whinning about going to school. I think the summers are going by faster every year. Cole is happy at the tech. He found the girls so I guess this will make a difference. Kyle and Clay are well on their way in the football season. Kyle is already going to be on game 3 and the 1st conference game. Clay has 2 scrimmages the next couple of days and his first game next Saturday. Bill and I are just trying to keep up with them all.

Rollercoasters

2011-08-26T15:17:00.000-05:00

Life is definitely a roller coaster around my house lately. We have the loopy loops of emotions, the rise of hope of new starts, the moment at the top where your heart stops and stomach of butterflies of anticipation then the sudden drop into the unknown, the racing thrill of the speed at which things happen and change, and in a blink everything is calm. It's been a crazy life lately and I'm ready to change rides to the lazy river. Anyone want to join me?

UGH!

2011-08-23T16:12:00.000-05:00

Is there anything this year that will go right? Cole left for school last night and I figured we would get a call about 10 to let us know he got there safe. OH DID WE GET THE CALL! He got there and couldn't get into the apartment. the deadbolt was locked and the landlord didn't give him a key. 1/2 an hour later we finally got the landlord. Who by our luck doesn't have a key either. REALLY?! So what to do with the kid? Thankfully he has friends who were coming to Platteville so he ended up staying with him. Now you would think this can't get worse just wait. At about 1AM the kids woke up to a bat and ended up killing it. Now to bed. Cole then wakes up gets ready to go to his 8:30 class only to find out it was a 7:30 class. He can't find anyplace to park at school, it's pouring rain and it takes 2 hours to get his books and no one knows what form he has to have to take to the clinic for his physical. Thank goodness he has 2 days off. I think I just may need to take up drinking to stay sane.

Congrats Kyle!

2011-08-22T21:54:00.000-05:00

Kyle recieved the "Coaches Award" last night at the 6ers banquet. He was pretty excited about it. It was a great season! Now onto fall ball!

Same Dream Different Path

2011-08-17T21:31:00.000-05:00

Sometimes things don't work out for us and we need to take a different approach. Lots of this is happening in my household right now. Cole is signed up and ready to go to Southwest Tech in Fennimore. He's actually very excited about this. We move him into his apartment on Saturday and he starts class on Tuesday. I just hope he likes it and does well. It was nice to spend time with him without having to discuss the past mistakes and start to look forward to the future. So proud that he is not giving up on his dream.

Kyle is trying to find some balance with his passion for sports and being a well respected player. Team is really important to him but sometimes he looses sight of that and focuses on trying unrealistically to be perfect.

Clay is having a fantastic time at football and is thrilled to have 2 of his best friends on his team. It's so much fun to watch him because he really does have some natural talent and if Kyle's not careful Clay may be the better athlete of the two.

Bill is trying to find time to do everything but because there is so much he's not making to much progress.

I have to decide whether to stay at my current job or move on. Tough decisions.
Just looking forward to Friday's game. Hopefully we are off to a terrific season.

Happy 10th Birthday Elizabeth!!!

2011-08-01T21:16:00.000-05:00

Hope you have a terrific day!

Weddings, Pools, and hotel mishaps

2011-07-31T20:52:00.000-05:00

We went to LaCrosse for the weekend for my cousin Jesse's wedding. The service was nice. The groom looked like he was about to explode he was so excited and happy. It was a very nice time. It was nice to see cousins I haven't seen and awhile but there's never enough time to talk to everyone.
Kyle was in charge and Clay and Caleb. They swam, went for ice cream and swam some more. I think they are all water logged. Just when Kyle thinks he's done in the pool we bring another little sweety for him to swim with. He had no problem and is still laughing about all the silly little things that were said or happened.
Our hotel rooms air conditioner broke and the night time crew were not very helpful with trying to make us all comfortable. Bill (bless his soul) was so worried about us the he sat up in a chair all night with the door open so we could get some sort of cool air. The day crew made sure we got a full refund. It was worth the trip!

Football Season Starts

2011-07-26T21:09:00.000-05:00

Kyle and Bill are up at camp this week. We just get done with one sport and we are already on to the next. WOW!
Cole is working hard on his classes and at work. He is enjoying making his own money and I'm enjoying him not having to use mine. ;)
Clay is having fun this week just being able to sleep in and then go to the pool. He always seem to meet one of his friends there. He's having a sleep over tonight which he is so excited about.
I am just having a great time not being at work. The weather is wonderful and so far Clay has kept me busy and I'm able to catch up on things that I have let go during the many afternoons at the ball park. I would like one rainy day to keep me inside.
See you all at the wedding this weekend!

4!5! SIXERS!!

2011-07-19T21:46:00.004-05:00

The dust has settled, the last ball is caught, the last out made,the last run made to the last game of a fantastic season. The boys had a fantastic season and ended up 2nd in the regional tournament. It was a fantastic run! We really need to thank all the coaches. They did a fantastic job keeping the boys playing together as a team. I can't imagine another team that played on and off the field so well. Congratulations on a great season.

Baseball, Apple Pie and Ice Cream

2011-07-05T15:18:00.003-05:00

What a 4th of July weekend. It was a beautiful weekend. We spent most of it in Appleton at the ball park. Kyle played 4 games this weekend. It was fun Sunday night watching the game as fireworks were going off all around us. Bill stayed home with Clay so he could go to the fireworks and he had enough of the games for the week. The boys played ball well and really played hard. Now it's back to work and no more fun.

Bill and Clay are getting ready to go to Iola car show this weekend. Kyle has more ballgames and Cole is doing whatever it is that Cole does. Busy week ahead.

Quick update

2011-07-02T11:22:00.002-05:00

We've been living at the ballpark. Kyle has played 7 games so far this week. Yesterdays double header, thankfully, turned into a single game. In 100 degree heat the boys were dropping quickly. We have 4 games this weekend in Appleton. No fireworks for this family.

Rocky passed away yesterday. We knew it was coming but to see the family in tears was so sad. Clay is really having a hard time with this. It's his first real loss and thats always the worst.

Cole is still enjoying his job and starts his classes this upcoming week. With Riverfront he will be able to get the three concerts in he needs.

Bill's getting ready for Iola along with Clay. They both love this week. We'll see if Clay stays the whole time again.

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Busy Week

2011-06-19T20:38:00.002-05:00

Wow who would have thought there was such a thing as to busy. Kyle played 9 games this week. Today go rained out. I went to Madison yesterday to watch Pacelli girls take on Poynette. Tough game and we ended up loosing. #2 out of 104 isn't so bad. Girls had a great season. Cole, Clay, Bill and Bill Sr. went to the cities for Back to the 50's car show and got back late. Nice way to celebrate Father's day early. This week Cole is headed to Oshkosh for the country USA fest. Kyle only has 2 games this week and nothing this upcoming weekend.
Happy Fathers day to all those dads!

End of the week!

2011-06-09T20:17:00.002-05:00

Kyle had his first sixers game. He didn't start so that didn't go over well. He ended up playing in the 2nd inning. He caught 2 innings however they only played 4 and a half. They won 15 to 1. He walked his only at bat but ran home. Cole finished his first week of work and is still going back. Yeah!!! Clay is having a great week of vacation.

Fun Day

2011-06-05T12:24:00.002-05:00

We woke up this morning and walked outside to see Kyle's truck covered in maxi pads with wings. Some one's mother isn't going to be happy to see her supplies raided. The truck was parked up by the house. Kyle walked outside and knew immediately who did it. We'll see if he is right. We have several grad parties today and then a football meeting.

Yipee!!

2011-06-03T19:20:00.002-05:00

1- Schools out for summer! No more fight about homework,going to bed, or getting up!
2- Kyle made the team for Jr. Legion Ball! First game against Rapids on Monday!
3- Cole got a job setting up tents around WI. He's working with Nathan so he should have a good time.
4- Clay is done with soccer after tomorrow! He had a great season!
5- I finally have a weekend off! First in a long time!
6- Bill's contract finally got signed! Take that Walker!

MVP

2011-05-21T16:33:00.002-05:00

Pacelli had their all sports banquet last night. Kyle got the MVP award for JV! It was really nice to see him excited about it. He's had a good season and really has enjoyed playing with this group. Now he's just excited about legion ball starting soon. His girlfriend Hannah earned the MVP for JV softball. Both are going to the Brewer game today. Nice way to celebrate.

New e-mail address

2011-05-15T19:42:00.002-05:00

We finally got wireless at our house! So with that we had to get a new e-mail so here it is: btrogers819@gmail.com I would really like it if you could e-mail me so I can get my address book up to date.

Passion

2011-05-11T12:47:00.002-05:00

(sorry this picture was suppose to be posted on your birthday)

Over the last month or so I've been trying to find my passion. I have a ton of interests but nothing, besides my family, that I can say I am passionate about. I feel like I've been stagnate and going through life without anything to get me really fired up and excited about. Nothing that has challenged me personally (this is non work related. That's a different story). I don't even like watching the news or reading the paper, it's all so depressing. So my goal is to try something new and see if I can't find that personal passion again to see if I can get that fire in my belly about something.

Mother's Day

2011-05-08T09:49:00.001-05:00

Happy Mothers Day!

Whosever room this is should be ashamed!
His underwear is hanging on the lamp.
His raincoat is there in the overstuffed chair,
And the chair is becoming quite mucky and damp.
His workbook is wedged in the window,
His sweater's been thrown on the floor.
His scarf and one ski are beneath the TV,
And his pants have been carelessly hung on the door.
His books are all jammed in the closet,
His vest has been left in the hall.
A lizard named Ed is asleep in his bed,
And his smelly old sock has been stuck to the wall.
Whosever room this is should be ashamed!
Cole or Clay or Kyle or--Huh?
You say it's mine?
Oh, dear,I knew it looked familiar!

Happy Easter!!

2011-04-24T08:52:00.004-05:00

Easter at the Wallner's

Sing a joyful song for the king has risen! Happy Easter Everyone!

April Updates

2011-04-22T15:49:00.003-05:00

Cole's still (thankfully) at Platteville and busy looking for a summer job. He found a place to live for next year. It's a side by side duplex. He's talking about playing rugby next year. We'll see when it gets to that time.

Kyle's playing ball and hanging with his buds. He and his girlfriend Hannah went to Appleton shopping with us. Kyle finally has clothes that fit him. Baseball has had it's up and downs with the politics and the weather. He's enjoying himself though. Waiting for legion ball sign ups.

Clay has been really busy. His team took 3rd (out of 14) at the state destination imagination competition last weekend. I'm so proud of the kids. This is where Clay can really use his brain for good. It's amazing to watch him solve problems and come up with ideas on the fly.

Bill's still not sure what's happening with his job. With the budget cuts and realignment of the housing authority nothing feels stable at this point.

I'm still working what seems like all the time. It should be nice to have a couple of days off this week.

Happy 4/5/67!

2011-04-05T17:57:00.000-05:00

Happy Birthday Tim!!!! Hope you have a terrific day!

Happy 6th Birthday Caleb

2011-03-21T14:19:00.003-05:00

Happy Birthday to our own superbatgreenhornet man! Have a super stupendous day! We love you LOTS! BIG HUG!
Terry Bill Cole Kyle and Clay

Spring Break

2011-03-20T19:25:00.002-05:00

Well we got one kid back to school after his spring break at home. Didn't see much of Cole. Most of his friends were home this week and another group is home this up coming week. They all spent the weekend together. He had a great birthday.
Clay and Kyle have spring break this week. Kyle starts baseball this week. He's hoping to get some varsity time this year. Coach likes his pitching and hitting so we'll see. First varsity game is April 4th. I can feel the sunshine already.
Rainy rainy day today. I'm feeling kinda of sluggish because of it but it also means most of the snow is gone. Beautiful moon last night. What little through the clouds we could see.
Slow week this week. Thank goodness.

Happy Birthday Cole

2011-03-17T19:49:00.003-05:00

Happy 19th Birthday!

11 on the 11th!

2011-03-11T08:48:00.002-06:00

Happy Birthday Clayton James! He's getting out of school to go out to lunch with mom. He wants to go to Noodles and Company. Go figure. He's so excited about all the presents he's gotten and hasn't had time to stop playing with them to thank everyone. Tomorrow he is going to Shawno for the DI competition. He's so ready for this even though he knows he's already going to state (they are the only team competing in this challenge at this regional) Yesterday he stayed home from school not feeling well but today seems to be ok. I can't believe my baby is 11 already! Where does the time go?

clay wish list

2011-03-02T16:16:00.004-06:00

the numbers show what he wants the most.
1.Pokemon black P.S. it comes out march 6
2.airhog helicopter
3.Bey Blades
4.X-Box 360 like the new dragon ball z game
5.leagos
6. Mony

Quick Updates

2011-02-27T11:01:00.002-06:00

Things have been so busy and are going to continue to busy the next couple of weeks.
Bill- Thank goodness still has a job for now. We'll see what happens with our idiot of a governor. He's been putting in resumes and hopes for an interview.
Cole- Has decided (my to our heartbreak) not to play football at college. He was having increased anxiety and panic attacks. The coach in the weight room was an ass to him. I can't say anything but positives for the other coaches. They were concerned and called us. Cole had to make the decision for himself. He feels he wants to "focus on my degree and get on with my life". Well you can't fight that. Other than that he's doing well and seems to be enjoying this semester and talking about next fall which is a positive.
Kyle- Is still hopelessly in love. He starts baseball open gym this week and you can just feel him vibrate with excitement. Grades are doing good. He's usually busy with either lifting weights or with friends.
Clay- is preparing for the destination imagination competition on the 12th. He's not really happy with the role they gave him for the main challenge. I think pitching the sales presentation is perfect for him. He's at a friends house today.
Terry- Busy getting ready for the play this upcoming weekend "Aladdin". Just a couple more things to do on the set and costumes. I forgot to get a genie lamp. OOPs kinda important. Should be here by Tues. Dress rehearsal is Wed and performances are Thurs. Fri, Sat afternoon. Sat night we are helping with the wrestling tournament.

Last night Bill, Clay and myself went to our sports fundraiser. The "Britians" a Beatles show band played. They were really good. The weather and the economy kept alot of people away though.
That's my latest update into our lives. Hope everyone is doing well.

Happy Saturday!

2011-02-19T11:48:00.003-06:00

Week has been awfully quiet here. Ok at least since Wed. It's funny how the kids really don't like to have me down. They have all been very attentive. Bill came in today to give me the anti-inflammatory meds I should have been taking the last 3 days but oh well better late then never. Cole's home this weekend. His buds all came home so he did too. Seems like this semester is going better for him. Kyle went to the (oh god help him) Justin Bieber movie with his girlfriend and another couple. Thank goodness he went to the boys basketball game after. Clay has just been a bundle of energy. I think I'll send him outside since it's so nice. Off to work on the Aladdin costumes and props.

Happy Valentines Day

2011-02-14T17:49:00.000-06:00

Happy Valentines day to all those I love!

2011 and YUCK!

2011-02-11T18:02:00.002-06:00

2010 went out terrible and I was hoping for better things in 2011. As you can tell there hasn't been anything written on my blog in a month and that's because I haven't had a whole lot of upbeat and interesting things to say. 2011 will be my year of trials. It's a year that may send me to the nut house. Please don't tell me things could be worse because then we are just tempting fate (which by the way is out to get me). Let's just hope there is better things ahead.

Kyleism's

2011-01-13T18:52:00.003-06:00

"Why am I so much like Grandpa? We're both SUPER good looking, great athelete's, ripped out of our minds and have super short girls! You know we both have tempers too. We're both driven. We both love baseball. I just wish I had his hands!"

Kyle it's genetics!

"I'm so glad I the good, no GREAT genes. ME and Caleb got lucky. I feel sorry for Cole and Clay."

Oh Kyle!

Where does this boy get his thoughts.

First Week of 2011

2011-01-07T22:00:00.002-06:00

Wow I've survived the first full week of 2011. It's hasn't gone the way I'd like however that's living with teenagers. I started to detox my house and get rid of the clutter which is difficult living with a pack rat. He still has his grandparents bankbook for Chicago and won't let me throw it away.
I'm also getting back into shape which starts with having my legs fixed. I found out today the insurance has approved the surgery. While I don't look forward to going under the knife, I look forward to not having the pain in the legs anymore. This will help get me motivated to get my walking shoes on again. Bill is fixing my weight machine downstairs so there will be no excuses anymore.
Boys have been busy. Cole is enjoying being home. I think it may be a battle to get him to go back to college. He has adjusted to a lot of things just fine and still adjusting to others. Kyle is enjoying having the new freedom of driving. It's nice that we don't have to wait up to go get him. Clay is enjoying having the boys all together and likes having Kyle take him to the end of the road for the bus. He also thinks it's pretty cool to go with the boys alone. He's having a friend over this weekend. Should be fun.

Best of 2010

2010-12-30T10:12:00.002-06:00

No New Years Resolutions for me. Here's the top things that happened for us during 2010!
1- Cole got accepted to UW Platteville
2- Watching Cole on Prom Court
3- Kyle's confirmation.
4- Cole's graduation
5- Cole getting a summer job and having lunch with me most days
6- Kyle playing baseball for school and summer league. Watching him strike out batters for the win.
7- Dropping Cole off at Platteville
8- Watching Cole Play football during the scrimmage at Platteville
9- Clay playing soccer and loving it.
10- Watching Kyle and Bill on the football field and Kyle's All Conference HM award
11-Clay in his last Christmas program
12- Clay doing his Texas project and refusing any help.
13- Married 21 years!
14- Kyle getting his drivers license
Here's to an even more exciting 2011!

Christmas 2010

2010-12-27T15:21:00.003-06:00

Christmas was full of excitement this year! Lots of family time.

Merry Christmas!!!

2010-12-25T11:31:00.001-06:00

Presents are opened, kids are fed, Christmas Story is on the TV, movie had been decided, overall a perfect morning. Hope everyone else has just as perfect of a day.

Family

2010-12-11T19:19:00.002-06:00

Family are the people when your younger you can't wait to get away from but when you're older you can't wait to get to. The events of the last day made me see how very important family is. These are the people who you can go a year without seeing and it seems only like yesterday. When you get together you don't seem like that 40 something but still the kids you were when you grew up. Family is an amazing thing and I never understand when people say they don't see or talk to anyone in their families. Thank you Mom and Dad for teaching me how important family is.

It's Hard to Say Goodbye

2010-12-07T15:37:00.002-06:00

I started to write this yesterday and had the hardest time. Today isn't any easier it's just I'm looking at it in a different light. Aunt Shirley was such a large prescence in our lives. Driving to work in the dark I thought about all the shopping trips to Milwaukee and Fireside that we went to. We always got up when it was dark and cold. The dark also reminded me of those wonderful nights at the cabins in front of the fire and walking back from Grumpy's. We had some of the best time together as a family playing in the dark. Then as the day got lighter I thought of the walks to her house where you were always welcome and she was happy to see you. We will never be able to make the popcorn balls, sauerkraut or the horseradish like she did. I thought about the times when she was so kind and giving. Because of her our families were close and we remain close. She was our organizer and informant. She kept everyone up to date. I will miss her dearly but so glad she doesn't need to be (as her son put it) strong and stubborn anymore.

Thanksgiving Weekend

2010-11-28T15:47:00.002-06:00

This has been such a busy weekend. Cole was home since Tuesday night. It's nice to have everyone home again under one roof. The boys kept pretty busy Wed. while I worked.Thursday was wonderful at Deb's. The kids love playing together and of course we went and saw the new Harry Potter movie. The last couple of days have been spent running around trying to find Cole a new winter coat. We also found Kyle's Christmas present in the mean time. It's really sad when they get to be that age when you have to take them with because things have to be sized to them. So much for his big Christmas surprise. Oh well he's thrilled and happy. Clay's list is getting bigger and bigger. He "is 99.9% sure Santa is not real. But Mom I don't want to chance it if he's not and I only get one thing." Love his logic. Back to another busy week. Hopefully I will have time to decorate. I'm hosting Christmas this year and it would be really sad if there was nothing up. Maybe I'll get to the nativity scene once Cole is on his way. Have a great week!

Happy Thanksgiving

2010-11-24T19:42:00.003-06:00

Point of View by Shel Silverstein
Thanksgiving dinner's sad and thankless

Christmas dinner's dark and blue

When you stop and try to see it

From the turkey's point of view.

Sunday dinner isn't sunny
Easter feasts are just bad luck
When you see it from the viewpoint
Of a chicken or a duck.

Oh how I once loved tuna salad
Pork and lobsters, lamb chops too'
Til I stopped and looked at dinner
From the dinner's point of view.

Happy Thanksgiving to all! Drive safe everyone.

Happy Birthday Andy!

2010-11-16T10:29:00.001-06:00

Happy 12th Birthday Andrew Timothy Wallner! We love you! Hope you slay that big buck this weekend!

And Now for the Exciting News!

2010-11-02T17:34:00.002-05:00

Congrats Kyle!!! Given honorable mention (3rd) during the All conference voting for Kicker. He was one vote away (and only after an initial tie breaker)!!! The coaches told the kids Saturday so I am allowed to say it now.

We face Edgar in the level 3 play offs on Saturday at 3pm. Hopefully the boys will be able to beat them. 3rd times the charm. Sounds like Cole is coming home this weekend to see the game. It will be nice to see him.

Now off to start the Texas state project with Clay. Hopefully we can get it done tonight.

I'm off to vote soon too! I love this process just wish they would get rid of electoral college.

My Life in Pictures

2010-10-28T21:38:00.002-05:00

Kyle and his date Courtney.

Kyle's power puff team

Clay playing defense.

Boys at Bon Falls, MI

Kyle and his friend Isaac at homecoming.

All the boys of fall in black.

This is the reason I haven't blogged lately just to busy. Pacelli football heads into level 2 playoffs on Saturday in Schiocton. We beat them once but when it comes to playoff time it's a whole new ballgame. If the fans and players weren't so nasty I might be looking forward to it. This is the team that Kyle got a chunk bitten off of his finger. I think fingers dipped in pepper sauce would be a good thing. We have some exciting news however we can't say anything until the person involved knows stay posted.

Weekend at Watersmeet

2010-10-03T13:04:00.003-05:00

We finally got to go with the coaches on their annual trip to Watersmeet. I couldn't wait to hit the hot tub because of this terrible cold. It didn't disappoint. Clay loved swimming in the pool with the other kids. We then went and saw the Paulding light. Very funky thing. It was cool and the kids got a kick out of the tales. The stars were beautiful. When we got back Bill and I left the kids in the room to sleep and he and I went to the casino to play. I had troubles with my player card and took it up to the guest service desk to get it checked (We got 10 for being hotel guest and then 5 more for bringing a guest). They said it was working just fine. We went back to play when I got my 1 point for playing I recieved $300 player dollars! OK at this point I'm waiting for security to tell me that's it's a mistake. Bill's about to come unglued with excitement. $508.70 we won. I only played $4 of my own. I went to play another machine and it told me I had $300 again. This machine wouldn't let me play it however the one next to it did. We won $185!! What a fun night. I'm still waiting for someone to tell me this was a mistake. Amy took my card to try it in her machine and she got $30. Her brother won an under the radar drawing and got $1199.
The next morning we were getting ready to go see Bon Falls I got sick and fell alseep in the car. The boys went to see the falls and Bill took the pictures. I guess they made several stops on the way home I was asleep so it didn't matter to me.

It's all in the Family

2010-09-25T22:10:00.002-05:00

It's fun to see what everyone in the family does and how similar we are. The younger kids are all playing soccer, while the older ones stick to football. We have a beer maker and beer drinkers. These people travel all over for October fest. My oldest in in LaCrosse enjoying his first October fest hopefully minus the alcohol. We have major baseball players and fans. We have those who like to cook and the rest of us like to eat. We may disagree at times but we all have common threads that tie us together. As the song says "We are family" Go hug one of yours.

Once Again

2010-09-22T16:59:00.002-05:00

I get a call at work today from #1 (as Bill's dad likes to refer to him as) "Mom? I don't think I'm coming home this weekend. Rob's friends are coming to stay." Me: Lots of laughter. This kid has promised to come home for 3 weeks. It's always Wed. when he calls and tells us he's not coming home. I end up feeling bad because we aren't able to go get him and he sounds so sad on Sundays. HA! This kids living the dream. Oh to be young and have no responsibilities but to get up and go to class. I wish I could go back to those days.
Kyle is struggling right now. He's itching to play baseball and I think it's even harder for him because in football they are using him as a utility player and he's frustrated because all the coaches are yelling at him because he isn't doing what they want. I think we counted last night and we were up to something like 7 different positions not including his special team duties. He likes playing but he also wants to be perfect at it.
Clay is taking things out of his backpack once again so Dad and I don't see it. Guess I'll have to e-mail his teachers again. The sooner we get that stopped the better we will be.

Interesting

2010-09-21T16:11:00.002-05:00

Well the last 24 hours has had some interesting things happen.
1- Kyle had a JV game (terrible) and one of the players on the opposite team bit a chunk out of his finger. OK where is this kids parents and I want a health record! Really these are 15-17 year old kids.
2- Cole is ENJOYING his classes. He really likes them and of all things loves his English prof. Where is my kid and what did the aliens do with him. He also informed me he took a chunk off his finger by placing it in a fan because it was stuck (OK this sounds like my kid now)
3- I went to traffic court today. Bill took 1/2 day of vacation because he thought this would be interesting. I pleaded not guilty, because I was. Had to meet with the sheriff (not the one who issued me the ticket) and explain my side (with pictures of said intersection). I got the fine and points dropped. Bill told me if my mouth runneth off just claim Mad Cow like Denny Crane. That's my husband always supportive.
Now I'm off to the County Executive Board meeting (I'm finding politics interesting) to support Amy's mom who may loose her county job for contract.

Fun Weekend

2010-09-19T16:17:00.003-05:00

He thinks he looks just like Cole in this picture. This is the Varsity game against Manawa

Another nice kick!

It's been a fun and restful weekend. Kyle played in Shiocton on Friday night. He got a lot of playing time in on the defense. He did a great job and even got at least 3 tackles. It's fun to watch him come around and put the pressure on the QB. He got a little bruised up but he's not complaining. He kicked well too. He has to play the JV from Shiocton on Monday.

Clay played soccer. He was asked to play with the other team to make the numbers even. His original team won so he was happy. He played well. It's hard for me to watch because I don't understand everything about the game. He loves it. He's on me now for swimming. I'll see about signing him up for private lessons after soccer.

Cole has been busy. He really hasn't had a whole lot of things to tell us and he would rather text than talk. Sounds like he likes his classes and Platteville. He had a group of guys he hangs with. I just wish I could put a face to a name. I can't picture these kids. I'm glad he was playing with his computer last night and posted a picture of Rob.

Bill Sr. is leaving Wed for Texas to go back to work. I think he'll be happy to get back.

Bill Jr. is working on several different cars this weekend including mine. Hopefully it will be put back together so I can go get Kyle from umping baseball this afternoon.

Wow it's been busy

2010-09-15T19:30:00.002-05:00

We had Panacea weekend this weekend. Bill was cooking up a storm for the pancake breakfast. I was selling tickets for the mini raffle, Kyle was busy being naughty (2 am free large slide rides) and Clay was busy spending our money.

Friday night we had the football game and won. Kyle had a rough start to kicking but I think he was just nervous at the thought of playing defense. He did very well at both. Clay was the tee boy and was running out to get the tee after Kyle kicked. Bill thought it was great.

Cole didn't make it home. I think he likes the thought of coming home but doesn't want to miss what's happening there. He's liking school and loves his criminal justice class. He thinks his other profs are pretty cool as well.

Clay had his first soccer game this past Sat. (I wish he'd play football but what ya gonna do). He did well and loves to run. I think he'll make a good cross country runner someday.

Half way through the week and I'm exhausted. Maybe it's because I never got caught up from the weekend.

Busy 24 hours

2010-09-07T22:27:00.002-05:00

Cole called last night to discuss dropping his art class. He'll still have 14 credits and feels alittle overwhelmed. This happened at 10:45 last night. Then he couldn't sleep and texted me a couple of things at 1:30 am. Oh who needs sleep. He's hoping to hitch a ride home this weekend. It will be nice to see him. Yeah right I won't see much of him.

Kyle had a game tonight and won against Amherst. 21-18. He had a ton of tackles and did very well kicking with the wind we were getting..

Clay is enjoying school. He went with his friend Nick to pick out his new electric guitar. He's excited that the two may be able to play together. Let's hope they don't discuss a rock band.

Not much on the agenda until Friday night when our school fair starts. Both Bill and I will be busy working it. Football game on Saturday night. Should be a good one. Have a fantastic week.

Laborless Weekend

2010-09-05T14:52:00.002-05:00

AHHH! A four day weekend with no plans! Bill and Kyle had the game Friday night in LaCrosse. Thank goodness the stands were blocking the wind for the spectators. I think the players got a little chilly. This game against Aquanis always seems like it will set the tone for the rest of the season. It was a tight game but we won by one. Kyle had to come out to kick the extra point to tie the game. I was feeling rather ill at this point. Thank goodness they did a fake and did it perfectly to score the 2 to win.

Cole is awfully quiet. Haven't heard a whole lot from him. No news is good news. I know he liked the classes he got to this week. It was only 2 days but able to give him a sense of what it's about. I have a feeling he won't have 8 am classes next semester. I can't believe he's been gone almost a month already.

Clay is just waiting for his soccer to start this upcoming Sat. We need to go get him spikes. I hope he can find his shin guards.

Kyle asked a girl out to homecoming. It's not until middle of Oct. so who knows what will happen between now and then.

Hope everyone enjoys this wonderful weather. Have safe and happy Labor day.

Kyle at the Washington Game

2010-08-30T20:21:00.002-05:00

Such a handsome yougn man

This was a perfect kick! He loves this picture!

Happy Birthday Mom!

2010-08-30T20:17:00.002-05:00

Hope you have a fantastic Day!!

Kyle's First Game of the Season

2010-08-29T14:21:00.002-05:00

Bill and Kyle had their first game this season. It was against Milwaukee Washington. The score was definately a little lopsided (54-6) Kyle was kicking like crazy. He would just get off the field and start to change shoes and he'd be back in to kick. He was 6/8 for extra point and kicked offs went from the 15th to the end zone. He played offense and defense the second half. After the game both teams came back to Pacelli and had a nice meal put on by the senior parents. Kyle then came home and was in tears because "I did horrible! Don't even try and tell me I did good!" This is the only kid I know who can come off that big of a win and analyse everything he did wrong and think that if it was anyother game he personally would have lost it for the team. OMG!!!!

He and Clay had a nice start to the school year. Kyle has a tough course load. Sophomore year seems to be the toughest. Clay is glad to be back with his friends and seems to like his teacher.

Cole supposedly made the team. I however would not know this since he has yet to tell his parents. His roommate moved in yesterday. Cole had to work the jamboree (all the local teams played at the university) yesterday. He seems happy and doesn't want to come home.

I am fried. I miss the days I tanned and not fried. I look like a lobster. I'm trying to keep my BFF calm. Her foreign exchange student from Brazil is coming next week. Should be fun.

Cole's Scrimmage

2010-08-25T18:31:00.002-05:00

Cole is # 46. He can't touch the QB.

Gettin' ready to go.

These are the guys he hangs out with. All freshman all Defensive lineman.

Sorry these are late. I just didn't have a lot of time to allow my very slow Internet to load these up. Kyle took most of the pictures (all 150) so I had to sort through them to get some to post. Kyle now feels he should be a sports photographer. I guess if doesn't make to the pro's he would like to film the pro's.

First Days!

2010-08-25T15:30:00.003-05:00

First day of school today for Kyle and Clay. And oh were they excited. NOT! Clay said it was boring. I haven't talked to Kyle yet. Really from 2 kids who kept complaining that they were bored?! Cole seems to be doing better this week. They had a fun day yesterday. They swam and went out a restaurant and a movie. Tough practice.

Happy 92nd Birthday Christine

2010-08-18T16:40:00.003-05:00

Happy Birthday to a very classy lady!! We love you lots and lots. Hope you have a fantastic day.
Love Bill, Terry, Cole, Kyle and Clay

A Day Of Lows and Highs

2010-08-17T20:20:00.002-05:00

The worst part of having a kid in college is you get to hear the bad stuff. You worry and know that when they call and tell you bad stuff that afterwards they are fine but you are still worrying. Bill and I were both called at 7am this morning with pleas to "come get me." Cole's bike got stolen this morning. It was locked up right under his window. There were 5 bikes but his was the one they stole. He was late to the 7 am meeting, had to fill out a police report and drive around with the officer looking for the bike. He missed the newcomers practice but was told by his coach not to worry about it and just come to the veterans practice. His coaching staff was really very good about this situation. At practice he did "fantastic". It was the first day of pads and felt he did really well. His attitude is back to being Cole.

Kyle had a great practice and for one night he came home happy.
Clay is signed up for soccer and can't wait for it to start.
Nice to have everyone happy, healthy, and relaxed I think I need to start drinking though

Busy Monday!

2010-08-16T16:11:00.003-05:00

I can't believe how busy today was. I thought Friday thru Sunday were nuts today was just as bad. I worked then signed Clay up for soccer (YMCA 7 week league), got Kyle to practice, ran a couple of errands and now have to get the house straightened up from Cole's move.
Clay is just excited to have the chaos in our house done with for a while. We have almost all of his school supplies. He doesn't know his teacher yet but I'm sure we will find out this week. He's been up to Cole's room several times. He's already missing him
Kyle is busy at practice and is really working hard. He comes home battered and bruised but really is enjoying it. He took over Cole's number which I thought was really sweet. Cole thought Kyle should be the only one able to wear it. Kyle's been a little ornery but then again he doesn't like change. He's in a new position on the field and with Cole gone he doesn't have the big brother support.
Cole is adjusting to college life. He didn't pass the running part of his conditioning test by 2 seconds and had to redo it. He passed without problems today. He passed all the other parts of the testing except for this. He was so excited he called Bill. Cole got his big brother today. I can't wait to hear but it will probably be a couple of days now before we hear anything from him. One of the players already quit prior to the first practice. There were 150 players slated to come out we know they are down to at least 145 already. He started to get to know the kids on his dorm floor right away. His room is right across from his resident advisor. HEEHEEHEE he has to behave now.
We had the annual kickoff football party yesterday. Good food and company. The senior parents usually do something for homecoming but they thought we all could use the item for the whole season. They gave out cowbells with all the boys numbers. They didn't have Kyle's number written down so I didn't get mine yet. I do have a bigger bell and Cole stole the cow tag but I know I can get them at Fleet. Crowd should be crazy this year. Hopefully I will have to get another # for Cole. We just have to wait and see.

Our New College Kid

2010-08-15T16:43:00.002-05:00

Cole's firsst thing he set up, his computers and music speakers

"Really do we have to do this?" Welcome home Cole!

Happy birthday dad

2010-08-13T13:11:00.002-05:00

Hope you have a fantastic day of fishing!

Football Starts TODAY!!!

2010-08-09T19:08:00.002-05:00

Kyle and Bill had testing and equipment handout today. It's no contact for most of the week. It's the end of the summer which is sad but also exciting at the same time. Kyle's a little uncertain because he's not sure where he will be playing this year and it's making him a little nuts.

Clay is waiting for soccer to start. This should be fun to watch if only I knew more about the game.

Cole is getting to move out on Sat. It's going to get a little nutso here trying to figure out what exactly he needs to take. Wish me luck that I don't strangle him before hand.

The Last Piece of the Puzzle

2010-08-05T15:05:00.002-05:00

Cole got his roommate and dorm room today and is he excited. He is in Dobson Hall which is one of larger Halls. It's also co-ed. We're not sure if it's co-ed floors though (I hope not he hopes so) His roommate is from Brookfield. His address will be 121 Dobson Hall, 1200 Greenwood Ave, Platteville, WI 53818-3097. We won't be getting him an additional in room phone so his # will be (715)347-2653 (COLE). He finishes work tomorrow and is like a horse in the starting gates right now. 1 more week. It's hard to be sad that he's going when he's so excited.

Happy 9th Birthday Beth!!

2010-08-01T20:32:00.001-05:00

Love You! Terry, Bill, Cole, Kyle, and Clay

Welcome Home

2010-07-29T18:14:00.002-05:00

Everyone is home and tired! Bill and Kyle came home around 2. Clay was picked up from swimming around 3 and Cole has been in and out all day. It's amazing how the volume in the house increases when everyone is around.

Now it's time to start getting ready for the rotten "S" word. The boys go back to school on the 25th of August. Cole leaves the 14th. It's about to get really quiet around here soon. I'll admit it is nice sometimes but others I really miss the ciaos of it all.

2 more days of vacation left. I had another week but found out today it's not going to work so I'll just have a nice long weekend. Oh well maybe next time.

It's that time of year again!

2010-07-26T19:24:00.003-05:00

It's officially here! Football season. Kyle and Bill are up north at the 4 day camp. Kyle texted me 20 times (I counted )for things he wanted Bill to bring up. Cole is getting set and is starting to lift heavily. I told him he should start running. We'll see if he takes my advise. Clay is going for the UK football this fall sign up is starting next week.

Bill's not accepting the fact Cole is going to college. We were talking today and he was saying he wasn't going to have time to run his special teams at camp so he'd have to be at practice the 14th. I told him that was fine just come down after he was done. Cole would be busy for awhile and we wouldn't need him until about 2:30. He was fit to be tied. He didn't think we needed to take 2 cars down. When I kept telling him yes he didn't get it. Finally I said "Bill unless you want to walk home we need 2 cars" He still didn't get it. So the final thing I said to him was "Bill he's staying, he's not coming home with us." The other end of the line was very quiet. For those of you who think it'll be me with tears think again.

I Saw God Today

2010-07-24T20:03:00.003-05:00

I witnessed a miracle! I took the three (yes all three) boys to Oshkosh and Appleton shopping. We had a fantastic time. There were no fights, no jealousy, no snide comments, Cole drove there and Kyle home. I drove to Appleton just because I knew where we were going. It was a wonderful time. Cole is now set to enter college fully dressed. Kyle has spikes for camp and Clay has new shoes that don't knock us out when he takes them off. Everyone came home happy.

Bill stayed home and finished his dad's car. I don't know how it looks because I was told to stay out of the garage while he finishes the clear coat. I hope his dad likes it. I'll post pictures when it's ready.

Kyle's Last Ever SPYBA Game

2010-07-21T18:41:00.007-05:00

Kyle took another milestone step last night. He played in his very final SPYBA baseball game. He's played in this league since he was 4. From t-ball to the majors. He made the all-stars every year he could and this year he umpired it. It went from being an excited parent at watching him be the last batter and making the "home run" to being the very excited parent watching him slug the ball and play every position possible. We went to regionals and state (took 6th out of 169 teams). He went from being happy with a tie to "Damnit let's get serious and beat these guys". He's had some really good coaches (including his dad). I thank every guy who coached, took the extra time to help him out, the league for allowing him to umpire and the traveling team coaches for giving up their weekends to be at the tournaments. We don't know where he'll play next summer but we look forward to it. Thank you SPBYA for wonderful memories.

Baseball, Baseball and more Baseball

2010-07-19T06:53:00.002-05:00

This weekend was filled with baseball. Kyle has a tournament in Plover this weekend. It's amazing to watch him. He will go from fun loving, screwing around Kyle to game face, it's all business on the field Kyle. He played no less than 4 different positions (Left field, first base, third base, catcher, center field and second base) in every game. He hit with the wooden bat a triple, double, a couple of singles and walks and 1 pop fly. 4 games in all. He got a ton of compliments from the other coaches on his versatility. One teams parents actually opposed him using a wooden bat. Our coach just told the other that if they would like him to hit further than the fence then he'd make him use the composite. The other coach was very quiet after this.

We didn't see much of Clay this weekend he was at the skate park next to the ball diamonds and in the playground with the other kids. I like it when he enjoys going to the games.

Cole went to see Nathan in the all star game. I guess the south pounded the north. Would like to have been there but I haven't figured out how to clone myself yet.

Bill is almost done painting his dad's car. I'll be glad when that over.
On to another exciting week of fun! Hope you enjoy your week. 5 days to vacation!

Happy Birthday DEBRA!!!!

2010-07-16T13:44:00.001-05:00

Happy Birthday to you! Hope you have a stupendous day and a fantastic year! Love You!

Another Disappointing Day

2010-07-10T18:45:00.002-05:00

Kyle had a tourny in Oshkosh. We had fun last night. We stayed in a hotel, went to the outlet mall, ate and played mini golf. I love being able to spend time with just one kid at a time. Kyle drove us all the way there and did a wonderful job. Today we had the pool play part of the tourny. We did not do so well. Most of the kids on the team are there because its fun. Kyle is there because its fun and its time to win. He got upset during the games. He plays at 10:30 tomorrow. I can't go because I have to work.

Bill and Clay are at Iola car show having a blast. Its been raining on and off this afternoon so things slowed up a bit for them.

Cole's at a Grad party (3 this weekend). His 2 buds left for the Marines today. So glad he didn't choose that path.

Picked up a couple of movies for tonight. Fireworks are tonight but don't feel like fighting the crowd.