Wordless Wednesday

 

Don't Worry...Be Happy

Fall Ball 

They say that the quickest way to "The Show" is by way of the catcher's mask.  This is probably the hardest position to play, the hardest on the body, and a position that the big leagues are always looking to fill.  The grandson may never make the show, but he does show a desire to play this position.  I think it's because he's involved in every pitch.

Awsome Concert!

Last night my wife, oldest grand daughter, middle grand daughter, two of their friends, and myself went to see Chris Tomlin in concert.  Chris is one of the premier singer/songwriters in Christian music today.  The place was sold out and the concert was amazing.  It was much more of a praise and worship service than a concert.  If you ever have the chance to go to a Chris Tomlin concert, by all means, secure the tickets and prepare for a wonderful experience.

We had very good seats for this event.  I had the aisle seat about halfway back.  It was an excellent vantage point from which to snap a couple of photos.

One advantage to have a clear view of the big screen monitors, is that you can capture some decent images from them. 
Okay, so some of you may not be familiar with Chris Tomlin.  Here are a few examples of his music for your enjoyment.  It's been too long since I have posted any inspirational music here on Friday's.  I think that needs to change.  Have a great week-end.

Fall Soccer

I've said it before, soccer is a great sport for kids.  Early on, as long as a child enjoys being outside, running, and chasing a ball, they can enjoy soccer...and what kid doesn't enjoy being outside, running, and chasing a ball.  Fall soccer is great.  The weather is usually a little more stable that the spring season.  It may be chilly, but thunderstorms are not usually an issue.  However soccer does have it's ups and downs.

One minute you're free, open and can take a shot or pass to a team mate.

The next minute, you're challenging an opponent and attempting to steal the rock and head the other direction.

Then someone kicks you in the ankle and drops you like a rock.  The coach comes out to take a look.

You're escorted off of the field and...

You become the header photo on Papa's blog.  Don't ya just hate it when that happens?

Wordless Wednesday

High School Homecoming 2012

 

The Great Pumpkin Hunt

Today I went in search of The Great Pumpkin.  I did not conduct my hunt per the Charlie Brown methodology, sitting in a pumpkin patch all night awaiting the arrival of the giant vegetable.  No, I conducted a daylight search at a local flea market.  This particular flea market is a relatively new one.  Since I had not been here before, I decided to stop in and see what they had.  Not long after I entered the front door I spotted the first pumpkin decoration and that's what sparked the hunt.  Game on!

 I spotted this colorful, if not traditional fall arrangement early on.  Keep in mind, I am not looking to purchase anything, I'm just looking for the Great Pumpkin to post here on my blog.

 

Another traditional decoration is this Jack-O-Lantern lamp.  I didn't plug him in to see if he would light up.  I'm pretty sure that if you break it, you bought it is the operative phrase here, so I limited my interaction to photos only.

Next up was this shiny, mylar pumpkin.  It may not be the most traditional decoration, but it will get your attention.  Let's move on, shall we?

This little pot was interesting.  I'm not sure if it is functional, but it is colorful and clever.  It looks like something that might have come from a Hobbit's abode.

I'm not sure if this one is grumpy or pouting.  In either case, he's not a happy camper.  Maybe the fact that he is on a shelf in a flea market instead of helping set a Halloween mood in someone's home is what has him upset.

On the contrary, here's a happy crew.  Maybe they're just a little too happy for Halloween and they wound up in a garage sale, then off to the flea market.

Finally, I came upon a display that had everything, witches, goblins, pumpkins and it's all lit up!  This may not be the Great Pumpkin, but it is a great decoration.  Well, I guess that's enough pumpkin hunting for one day.  Have a great week-end everyone.

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