A different view

Jon was home for the weekend. Sad part about that is that an injured collar bone is going to keep him off the ice for a little while. (yes, again!) But since Jake's team was playing in a tournament this weekend, Jon got to see lots of games. At the last game, Jake's coach got ejected....so Jon got to spend a little time on the bench - just in a different role. He was offering a little coaching advice from his experience....and I think this picture is priceless!

His turn!

Hockey season has officially begun for Jacob too! Julie and I were there for opening night...and it was good to see him back out there. Lots of familiar kids...just a lot taller! A 3-1 win...great start! Good Luck this year to Tuscarora and Jake!

Brandywine in chocolate town!

So excited to see Jon play this weekend! It's been a while since I've seen him on the ice. Remember, earlier in the summer Jim went to New Jersey to watch him play in summer league, but I didn't go. So, when we were sure he'd be playing in Hershey, I knew I had to be there!

It's the little things that impress me too. Like when they played youth hockey, there weren't actual breaks between periods. They'd skate to the bench, talk to the coach for a little bit and then back at 'em. Not now! Now, they go to the locker room, zam the ice and have actual 20 minute breaks. Guess he's all grown up now (kinda, ha!).

The team's off to a great start. They won 7 - 2 and Jon had a great game! It was sooooo good to see him.

Are you ready for some....ice hockey?

It's so hard to believe that it's the end of July already! We've been having a lot of fun spending time on the river...I'm going to miss it when fall comes! But what I haven't shared is that each Wednesday for the past 7 weeks, Jon has traveled to New Jersey to play summer college hockey. Tonight was his last game. And for the record, Julieanne gets the prize...for what you wonder? For making the most trips with Jonathan! What a dedicated sister!

Even harder to believe is that Jon will be heading off to college in just a few short weeks! (sniff, sniff) I know he won't be that far away but it seems like a few days ago we were at his high school graduation! Oh well...pressing on....I'm excited for some....

Rock the red!

Julieanne had tickets to tonight's Capitals game and she invited me to go (I won't go into the story of how I was at least 5th on the list ha!). So, of course I did and we had a great time! We had unbelievably good seats - 10 rows from the glass right behind the net...wow!

It was a great game! They started off slow in the 1st and 2nd periods but came out on fire in the 3rd! Before we knew it the score was 7 - 4! Woo hoo....rock the red....Let's go Caps!

Much thanks to Bugs for taking me along...I had tons of fun! =)

He shoots, he scores!

Jonathan's hockey team is participating in a high school tournament this weekend. Their first game was tonight and since the rink is literally a stones throw from my office, I was able to go right after work. Even though the score didn't end up in our favor, Jon scored his first goal of the season, from the blue line (ok, if you're not a hockey guru, that's good stuff). Here a picture I took right after he took the shot.

His team has at least 2 more games this weekend. Good luck Bears!

Wishes and a win!

It's been a busy day! We celebrated Julieanne's birthday today. We had a small 'get together' for her. Her Mom and Dad came over along with her friends Jenna, Morgan, Krys, Joe and Billy. Of course Jon and Jake were here too! Remember when I told you that she cries at the sound of the Happy Birthday song? Well here's the proof!

I know she's laughing but she was wiping the tears away as fast as they fell. Poor Bugs! :)

But she had a great day! She enjoyed celebrating with her friends and family. The weather was great too!

By the way, the little man Julie's holding is Lennon. He's Krys' son and is just the best!

We ended up the day by watching the first official hockey game of the season for Jon and Jake. It's extra special this year because they're playing on the same team. It's great to see them on the ice together but I have to admit it's the whole 2 birds with 1 stone thing. :) I know it's sounds selfish but it's REALLY cold in there and to see both of them play at the same time...well, you got the point! ;) Oh yeah, they won too! Woo Hoo!

Jon

Jake