SMS Announcements

Shelby made the school announcements again this week for her bowling performance yesterday.  As they were much better written this time, I am including a copy (last week's was obviously NOT proofread).  Way to go, Shelby!

A Raider Sweep

The SMS Raider Bowling teams swept Shawnee Mission East and Maranatha Academy today at College Lanes.  Coach T's mom got to watch her son's team win.  Ali Dees from SM East had the high girl's series, 616 but Shelby had the high girl's series for South, 561.  Shelby was very consistent again, even keeping her concentration while one of the boys from East rolled a 297 on the lane next to her (with his parents and everyone else cheering loudly).  Up next is dreaded SM West and Olathe Northwest Thursday at AMF West.  Go Raiders!

Accolades for Shelby

Shelby's bowling at the meet on Tuesday got her recognition in the KC Star and at SMS. Her name was listed in the paper and read in the morning announcements at school. She said a lot of her teachers and fellow students congratulated her as well as her 5th hour class giving her a round of applause. Practice after school saw two 194 games and a 164 (wicked split in the 10th). Shelby is very humble and unaccustomed to the attention but she said she might like to get used to it if it means more Raider victories. Her brother sent her a congratulatory text message (which she is saving as it is so very thoughtful). I think this is going to be a great year for bowling!

WOW!

First meet of the 2010 bowling season was today at College Lanes.  Our Raiders hosted Sumner Academy and Shawnee Mission North.  Varsity Girl placed 1st (2009 pins) as did the JV Girls (1507 pins), and Varsity Boys (2177 pins).  The JV Boys missed 1st place by a mere 12 pins (1953 pins).  The highlight of the meet was our own Shelby Marie, who bowled the high series for all the girls (583).  Dee Dee, Poppa, Tim, and I watched and cheered (Poppa sure was good at calling strikes). When Coach T announced the high series for the girls over the intercom, all of Shelby's teammates let out a huge yell (of course Mom was "Wha-hooing" too).  Next up, Shawnee Mission East and Maranatha Academy next Tuesday.  Way to go, Shelbs!

Cady to Town

Brenton's girlfriend, Cady, flew in from Tulsa on Sunday for a quick visit.  She is a delightful young lady and put up with all of Brenton's high school friends who descended upon us Sunday night for an impromptu party in her honor.  Brenton, Cady, and Shelby went bowling yesterday and Brenton took her to the ice terrace at Crown Center and a stroll around the Plaza to see the lights last night.  Brenton is driving her home today to spend some time in Tulsa and meet her parents.  Hopefully the weather will cooperate and the snow will let up a bit.

Christmas 2009

Christmas evening is winding down, yummy food has been consumed, presents have been opened, the dishes have been washed and put away, and the house is somewhat quiet now (not so the case earlier).  We went to church yesterday at St. Thomas and then had a wonderful enchilada dinner at Dee Dee and Poppa's house.  Then we reciprocated and had Mom, Dad, Tom, Terry, Tama, Tyler, and Corey over for prime rib tonight.  Missy (our 15 year old Brittany Spaniel) was slightly confused as there seemed to be someone sitting where she usually sleep (she had a few discussions with Grandpa Tom - not sure if either one of them heard what the other was saying).  Hannah (our lab) loved all the people and prospects for food.  We had a wonderful fire in the fireplace to take the chill out and Tim didn't get called out to a fire (thank goodness as he did all the cooking).  It was great spending time with the family - something we should do more of for sure.  After all the eating I've done the last few days I need to spend some serious time in the gym!  We now are looking forward to Brenton's girlfriend, Cady's arrival Sunday. 

Fruitcake

My friend Debbie Vesel and I volunteer as ushers for B&V at the Folly Theater and got a treat on Friday when we got to watch the Heartland Men's Chorus' Christmas Show entitled Fruitcake.  If you haven't had a chance to hear them, they are fabulous and it really got us in the Christmas spirit.  We have already decided to volunteer for their spring show (even if we aren't scheduled) entitled British Invasion.  Can't wait!