Strasburg as a Sun...

I think in the 7 summers we've lived in Htown, we've been to 1 - maybe 2 Suns games. But this year...well, this year there's been more excitement. Or I'm paying closer attention. Who knows - anyway, you remember we were Harperstown for a time this season...well Harper moved on to bigger and better things. But behind him came more excitement...the town was a buzz. Turns out the Nationals star pitcher underwent elbow surgery which meant he needs to rehab before he can return to the big show. Where better? So along with half of Hagerstown and a ton of other places, we went...

we saw....

Stephen Strasburg, ladies and gentleman....

Impressive...

He's started two games so far, pitching an inning and two thirds in each. He's scheduled for at least one more. Good times in Htown!

Harperstown!

Did you know we now live in Harperstown? Nope, we didn't move but apparently Bryce Harper playing for the Suns is a big deal. So, we've been renamed....well, not officially. Wondering who he is? Yeah, I was too...here's a little background.

He was the number one draft pick by the Washington Nationals in 2010. He is technically a catcher but was drafted as an outfielder so he could extend his career and to allow him to enter the MLB earlier. He started the 2011 season with the Hagerstown Suns who are the Class A affiliate to the Washington Nationals. (please don't be impressed, I looked every bit of that up!)

We saw him play a few weeks ago and let me just say the kid is talented! He was 4 for 5 including a grand slam that game. Not to shabby.

I'm thinkin he's going places and to think it all started (professionally at least) in Harperstown! ;)

I can't end without mentioning how evenings before Suns games start. They start here...

The deck of The Stadium Grill...It's right behind the Suns Stadium and the atmosphere can't be beat! Food isn't too bad either. It's like a staycation location and we all know how much I love that! ;)

The Open

I swear Jim is like a kid - if he knows he has plans or something to do he's anxious about, he is up before the sun...like it's Christmas morning! Today was no different - no alarm needed...before 5 he's stirring. Yep, US Open day. He and Jon were on the road by 6 headed for Congressional. They had perfect weather and spent the day walking the course, scouting out the players and enjoying the scenery. By the time they got home, red cheeks and noses, they were full of stories.

I can be a nerd about things like this but this is the 111th US Open and Jon was born on 1/11...how cool that he got to go? Coincidence I know but still.....

They tell me this is the actual trophy that will be awarded to the winner on Sunday.....cool. Now hands off boys! ;)

WE ARE....

Penn State played Indiana University at FedEx Field! Jim was fortunate enough to get tickets through his work. So, Jim, Jon and I headed to the game. While it was a home game for Indiana, you couldn't tell from the fans! There were far more folks cheering for Penn State!

We had great seats and perfect game day weather.

We even got to witness Joe Paterno in action...

And the game score wasn't bad either! =) A PSU win!

Hope you're having a great weekend too!