My baseball boy!

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How did our parents do it??

Hunter came home from school yesterday with a letter from Tom Matthews, our resident JV football coach turned....apparently baseball coach. Stating that he wants Hunter to play baseball for him on his newly formed Otsego Bulldogs U12 travel ball team. Now those of you who know me, I may have boasted last fall that Hunter had tried out and made the Kalamazoo Kings youth baseball team. (it was kinda a big deal). Well, due to coaching problems and lack of enough good pitchers....they decided to not have a team. Hunter was devistated. He then tried out for the Grand Rapids Diamonds.....they travel to Florida...UM, no! We had resigned ourselves to going back to Alamo Little League....watching our "little leaguer" make the all star team and be on his way to the Little League World Series again this year.

Much to my surprise....Hunter's catching prowess has apparently been the talk of all the coaches associated with Otsego Public Schools and a whole team......has been designed around HIM! Someone should'a filled me in!!!

So...the note came home and life as I know it ended! ......6 weekends througout the summer..every other weekend, however. At least 19...count'em....19 guaranteed games (this doesn't count the games they'll play on in the tourny if their actually good) and THEN.......every wednesday evening for 6 weeks....DOUBLE HEADERS!!!

Hey... they do get a snazzy uniform that costs $100. Any playing fees....oh, that was a mear....$300! What the hell....I'm made of money! Add that to the new catcher's gear....$180.00...new catcher's mitt...his, too small...$60...and all the other CRAP...I sound like a Master Card commercial. Priceless!

And by the way...his last tournament date......July 25-27!!!!!! In Charlotte!!! Yes campers...that is the last weekend of our blissful week together. Not to worry.....we will be working this little issue out. Mama needs some friend time!!!

The day after this......another letter home.....Hunter's first band concert. Yep, we've all been there.....pre-puberty boys and girls squeeking mercilessly on their instruments!!! He now needs black pants...white button shirt and black shoes!! WHAT THE HELL! I apprently need to start stripping or selling drugs to accomodate my familys hobbies!!! That with the hefty rental of a lovely snaredrum set with bells (whistles etc.). YES...my son is a PERC!!

How did my parents do this. Poor Grace is going to be 16 before she can play extra sports, take dance classes etc. My parents must have shelled out a fortune to keep this little old "joiner" me happy and in hobbies. My hats off to them....

Ranting finished...love to all.

Ghosts from the past and so forth....

Ok....do you ever look back through the people in your life that you've either had a "relationship" with or what would be a one night stand with. Or even a friend with benefits..............people that just give you warm fuzzies when you think of them no matter how long it has been since you've seen them or talked to them?

I had an encounter with one today and my heart still skips a beat when I think about him.

I just got off the phone with one of my very favorite friends with benefits. I hadn't talked to him, other than a few random emails, in almost 14 years. I received an email from him that I just had to talk to him about in person. I called him at work.....and I honestly think it blew him away that I did. We talked for quite a while and exchanged misc. pleasantries... We weren't on the phone for more than 15-20 minutes. But, it was so very nice to talk to him and the warm fuzzies.......still there!!!

Are there people in your life that you feel this way about and always will? I know there are.

Random thought of the day and just had to share.

I also got this from Lisa...and from GKnee. Very, Very interesting to say the least!!

What Lauri Means

You are relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with the flow.You are light hearted and accepting. You don't get worked up easily.Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what your secret to life is. You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic "Type A" personality. You are a very lucky person. Things just always seem to go your way.And because you're so lucky, you don't really have a lot of worries. You just hope for the best in life.You're sometimes a little guilty of being greedy. Spread your luck around a little to people who need it. You are wild, crazy, and a huge rebel. You're always up to something.You have a ton of energy, and most people can't handle you. You're very intense.You definitely are a handful, and you're likely to get in trouble. But your kind of trouble is a lot of fun. You tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get you excited... which can be a good or bad thing.You have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. You don't stick with any one thing for very long.You have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Your biggest problem is making sure you finish the projects you start.

What's" Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

Merry...Merry....Christmas from The Kruegers

To all of you......a very Merry Christmas. I am so very thankful every year........that I have you all in my life. And even when we don't see each other....I know you are still there if I need you. Thank you for being my extended family. Because you all are just that....my family.



XOXOXO

Well....this is certainly enlightening!?

Ok...got this from a friend of mine. I am Gemini and I personally think it fits! I need to know what you are and......does it fit!? You need to comment and let me know!! :)


V I R G O: The WhoreDominant in relationships. Sexy. Someone loves them right now. Freak in bed. Always wants the last word. Caring. Smart. Intellectual. Attractive. Loyal. Easy to talk to. Hard to forget. Love at first sight. Everything you ever wanted. Easy to please. The one and only. Ultimate sexiness. Great kisser. 7 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

S C O R P I O: The Freak in bedCan be mean sometimes, and will probably knock your ass out, if crossed the wrong way!! EXTREMELY sexy. Intelligent. Energetic. Predict future. Most erotic. (Freak in bed.) (GREAT kisser.) Always get what they want. Sexy. Attractive. Easy going. Loves being in long relationships. Talkative. The sexiest ever.... Romantic. Caring. 4 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

L I B R A: The sex addictVery pretty. Very romantic. Nice to everyone they meet. Their Love is one of a kind. Silly, fun and sweet. Have own unique sexiness. Most caring person you will ever meet! Amazing n Bed..!!! Did I say Amazing in Bed? Not the kind of person you want to fuck with... u might end up crying... the most irresistible. Rare 2 find. Funny. Talkative. Erotic. Smart. Loves sports. Gets what he/she wants. Loves to be in a relationship. 9 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

A R I E S: The SexiestOutgoing. Lovable. Spontaneous. Not one to fuck with. Erotic. Funny. Take you on trips to the moon in bed. Excellent kisser EXTREMELY sexy. Loves being in long relationships. =) Addictive. Loud. Best in bed. 16 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

A Q U A R I U S: Does it in the waterTrustworthy. Sexy. Great kisser. One of a kind. Loves being in long-term relationships. Extremely energetic and funny. Unpredictable. Will exceed your expectations. Not a Fighter, But will Knock the shit out of u. The best and biggest freak in bed! Considered to be a "G". 2 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

G E M I N I: Ultra SexyNice. Love is one of a kind. Lover not a fighter, but will still knock you the fuck out. Trustworthy. Always happy. Loud. Talkative. Outgoing VERY FORGIVING, Horny. Freak in Bed. Loves to make out. (GREAT kisser). Has a beautiful smile. Generous. Strong. ULTRA SEXY. THE MOST IRRESISTIBLE. 9 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

L E O: wild in bedGreat talker. Sexy and passionate. Laid back. Knows how to have fun. Is really good at a lot. Great kisser. Unpredictable. Outgoing. Down to earth. Loyal. Addictive. Attractive. Loud. Loves being in long relationships. Talkative. Not one to mess with. Rare to find. Great when found. 7 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

C A N C E R: Most Amazing KisserVery high sex appeal. Great in bed!!! Love is one of a kind. Very romantic. Most caring person you will ever meet! Entirely creative. Extremely random and proud of it. Freak in bed. Spontaneous. Great telling stories. Very popular. Not a Fighter, But will Knock your lights out if it comes down to it. Someone you should hold on to. 12 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

P I S C E S: The Piece of assCaring and kind. Smart. Center of attention. Too Sexy, DAMN IT. Very high SEX appeal. Has the last word. The best to find, hardest to keep. Fun to be around. Freak in the sheets. Extremely weird but in a good way. Super good in bed. Good Sense of Humor!!! Thoughtful. A partner for life. Always gets what he or she wants. Loves to joke. Very popular. Silly, fun and sweet. 5 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

C A P R I C O R N: The passionate LoverLoves being in long relationships. Great talker. Always Love to bust. Nice. Sassy. Intelligent. Sexy. Predict future. Irresistible, awesome kisser. Gets what he or she wants. BY FAR the BEST in BED. Very sexy. Coolest. Loves to own Gemini's in sports. Extremely fun. Loves to joke. Loves to be your first. So you'll never forget. Smart. 24 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

T A U R U S: The LoverAggressive. Freak in bed. Rare to find! Loves being in long relationships likes to give a good fight for what they want. Extremely outgoing. Sexy as ...u no... Loves to help people in times of need. Outstanding kisser. Very funny. Awesome personality. Stubborn. Sexual as ......... Most caring person you will ever meet! One of a kind. Not one to fuck with. Are the sexiest people on earth! 15 years of bad luck if you do not repost.

S A G I T T A R I U S: The Sexy oneSpontaneous. Horny. Freak in Bed. Great when found. Loves being in long relationships. The one. So much love to give. Not one to mess with. Very pretty. Very romantic. Nice to everyone they meet. Their Love is one of a kind. Silly, fun and sweet. Most caring person you will ever meet! Not the kind of person you want to mess with you might end up crying.

OK....8 random things....

Thank you, Scott for making me think about myself this much! I am going to censor some of the things that I could've said about myself....I wouldn't want anyone to blush.


1) I am, as much as I try not to be, a closet red neck. I am cultured, articulate and a very well rounded person.....( I got college) but when it comes time to cut wood, go drag racing and cook over an open fire.....yeee doggy, I'm there. Now, don't get me wrong, I still have a Kalamazoo Symphony Membership and hit the jazz bars as much as I can, but....you live with a redneck in a redneck town....it rubs off.

2) I don't like girls! I am a guy's girl. I always have been. I have about 7, count em' 7 girlfriends that have a piece of my heart. But, they are just like me....Upfront, uninhibited, loud, crazy bitches. And I love everyone of them...Lisa, Lisa, Jeannie, Sandra, Tammy & Amy ( my lesbian couple) and Kim. That's it. I have always hung out with the guys. Alright...Alright, some..ok...alot of them were friends with benefits, but some of my very best and most understanding friends. To this day, I don't feel like I've ever lost touch with them and I know that I could count on any one of them if I needed anything. Hell...a couple of them married my female bitches! I've lived with male roommates...had male condo roommates and nothing that will ever happen will change the fun that I have had with "my boys".

3) I am no longer blonde! Ok, at least not naturally anymore. I had kids....short and sweet. Having them even changed my hair color. What the hell! I now rely on boxes and creams, elixers and potions to maintain my blonde locks. Eh, I was never ever a true blonde to begin with anyway.

4) Gum...Gum...Gum...! I love gum. Eclipse....Orbit....whatever. As long as it makes you feel like you just cleaned the inside of your mouth out with chemicals....burn, baby, burn. Spearamint!!! My very favorite. I have this fetish with fresh breath and this gives me the fix that I need.

5) College. Damn did I have fun. I didn't accomplish anything at all except for having a few passed music classes on my transcripts. What did I learn....alot of great marching band songs, some lymrics that I never can remember all of, how to take back enough bottles from the party the night before, to get yet ANOTHER case of 5 syllable beer and most important....... friends are friends, pals are pals but, buddies sleep together. I wouldn't change a thing. FYI, I am going back to school in the spring of '07 to become a Paramedic.

6) I married a Fireman! He puts out fires.....hmmmm.

7) I am not a political person. I admire my friend Mike. And my friend Scott. They are in touch with what is going on in the world around them. Mike, especially has certain views and isn't afraid to express them. I admire that. I feel like sometimes, because of where I live, that politics is nothing more than who gets the most votes for city commission..they get to be mayor. I try and keep up with who will be the possible candidates for the presidential election and watch the debates...but they all seem to start sounding like the school teacher from Charlie Brown.

8) And probably my most random thought..I'm jealous of all my friends that live close to each other. I'm on the other side of the state and get to see them, if possible, once....maybe twice a year. I'm jealous because they live close to each other, still know what is going on with each other and still get invited to things at each other's houses. Hell, Roz is going to be in kindergarten before I get to see her. Just like Mackenzie and Jimmy were.