Victory march

Today was finally the March for Babies here in Meadville, and it was a great success. Thanks to everyone who donated, Mike was able to raise almost $1400, I got $500, and our team was just shy of $2500. It was a gorgeous day for a five mile walk, and we really enjoyed ourselves. Evan especially enjoyed all the extra attention that came with being the "ambassador kid"--I'm sure it's a day he won't ever forget. It makes us really happy to be able to give back to the organization that did so much to help our family. And, as promised, one of my lucky donors will be getting a March of Dimes angel bear in the mail this week!

In addition to the March, Evan started coach pitch on Saturday. He is thrilled to be getting back on a team again. He jumped right in at the practice, playing catch with a friend and running the bases. His swing is a bit rusty, but that will improve as he gets used to the bat again. We haven't been letting him use his metal bat in the yard so that Grady's head will stay in one piece. Games are Saturdays starting the 17th, so we're hoping to get plenty of practice in before then.

I'm exhausted from walking and chasing the kids around the fairgrounds all day, so I'm going to call it a night. Mike is already resting his blistered feet on the couch, and I think I should go join him.