Sports Tag

Went to the girls' soccer game while we were in Michigan. Love this pic of Big Sister Abby defending the ball for Little Sister Ruthie. Check out that stride! Get it out, Hoopie! Is that a goalie or is that a ninja?? We also celebrated Mother's Day. I know moms...

I (Sarah) had another fun time at the basketball game fundraiser. This time one of the Colts cheerleaders actually joined us in the game. I'm all, "Pu-leeeease, don't insult me!" And then. She swished a three!! Man oh man. She was cool after that! (The photo...

Well, first before the news flash, we just wanted to share what a great time we had this past weekend. Spent Wednesday in Chicago without a map, directions, or any clear plans whatsoever. We got lost, watched a movie (James' first 3D one!), ate...

Friday, November 14th was the annual Leesburg vs. Harrison faculty basketball game. It's in its third year, and I've (Sarah) been priviledged to participate every year. We use it as an opportunity to raise food for Combined Community Services (CCS). Each year it's gotten bigger...

Volleyball's been going really well. Loving the "in-charge" part of it! :) It's definitely been an interesting adjustment from college ball. I also never played in elementary, so I have very little experience at this level! It's just been funny. Things like, one of our...

I was working with 6th grader Erik from Mexico. Doesn't speak a lick of English. I sat with him and his buddies this morning at breakfast, just to get a feel for how he's doing. He mentioned then that he didn't realize soccer tryouts were...

Yep, I (James) did it! I surfed for the first time successfully (second time trying). Who would have thought that Winona Lake was capable of creating totally tubular waves for surfing. Actually, I wouldn't even call them waves—it is just the wake of the boat....