Day Two Hundred Fifty Seven 2010

Shelby's First Fast Pitch Softball Game

Granddaughter Shelby played her first fast pitch softball game this afternoon. The last time she played ball was when she was 5 years old and played T Ball.

She got to do some fielding by first base.

Shelby at bat.

Ready to run.

Rooting for her team.

Shelby's team won the game 10-2. She played well and said she had a good time. They play through October, so there are lots of games ahead. You did good, Shelby! I'm looking forward to Game 2!

Day Two Hundred Forty Two 2010

Elijah's First T-Ball Game

Grandson Elijah is playing T-Ball this year. His first game was this afternoon. And he's ready to play.

The slugger at bat.

Running to first base. All clear. The other team is busy chasing the ball.

Fielding between second and third base. Eye on the ball. Maybe.

Elijah has the ball and runs to third base.

Herding cats. Organized chaos. It's all in fun. They don't keep score. In this picture I think two or three players are laying on the ball.

Game over. Learning to be good sports.

Reward for a game well-played: a big ole chocolate chip cookie!

I think he had fun. I know I did. Another game tomorrow. Stay tuned.