A Great Weekend!

Another wonderful weekend has come and gone. Alexxa's team played in the State Cup semi-finals and they lost 3-1. While the team didn't quite click, Alexxa played an outstanding game and was very happy that she gave it her all. Because we didn't win on Saturday, we returned from Morgan Hill, and were able to see my cousin and her daughter that were visiting from Vancouver, WA. Madelyn is 3 and full of life and energy. Alexxa had a good time playing with her, and I think now understands what it would be like to have a younger sibling. Brooke looks great and was enjoying her vacation away from work. It was great to see them and spend time catching up. Sunday rolled around and Alexxa had competitive tryouts, so it was up at 7 AM again for her. She, of course, made the team.

So, we all enjoyed a wonderful and peaceful Sunday, except for the fact that Todd may have a hernia...we will find out tomorrow when he goes to the doctor. Poor Austin had to work, but enjoyed a meal fixed by his Nana and Papa, so he was very happy. I caught up on laundry and sleep and Alexxa caught up on her internet surfing. All in all...a great weekend!

Pictures: Alexxa and Madelyn, Madelyn eating her well deserved ice cream, Brooke and Madelyn, and Alexxa heading the ball at State Cup Semi Finals.

State Cup

The fam, minus Austin, headed to Morgan Hill on Saturday for another State Cup game. We spent the night in San Jose, arrived at the complex at 8 AM Sunday morning, and the game started at 9 AM. The girls started off a little sluggish, like perhaps they were still asleep, and within a couple minutes the other team scored. That woke our girls up and within a few minutes our team managed to score. Not to be outdone, Madera Red Star, managed to beat three of our four defenders leaving Alexxa with two marks, and again Madera scored. Finally, Eclipse decided that was enough and got down to business. We managed to score a total of 5 goals in the first half. For some reason the center ref didn't call half time at the normal 45 minutes, but instead called it at 49 minutes, and of course, our team fouled, Madera received a PK and made it before the first half ended. The score at half was 5 to 3. Second half was much less interesting and when the game was over the final score was 6 to 3, which advances us to the quarter finals of State Cup. This is pretty impressive for our team because this is the highest level the team has ever managed to go. We have at least one more game next Saturday in Morgan Hill, and depending how we do possibly Sunday as well. The girls were very happy with the way the game was played and hopefully we can keep good luck (and good play) going. Cross your fingers for us!

Pictures are of Alexxa with her whip pony tail coming down from a header and the team after the game posing after the victory (all smiles).

Easter

The Easter bunny made it to our house again the year. Austin and Alexxa enjoyed some gifts that the bunny decided to leave, and then after they enjoyed some of the treats we gathered up the gang and headed to my parent's house. It was a nice intimate get together and the food was delicious. My mom worked all afternoon on the meal and unfortunately we couldn't stay to eat seconds and thirds because everyone in our household had homework (except for me - hehehe). We didn't even color eggs this year, instead we tie-dyed shirts. We did happen to snap a couple pictures, but not too many. The first two are at my parent's house, the last two are the kiddos with their baskets-obviously. I hope everyone had an enjoyable Spring Break and Easter, and I can't wait to see pictures of everyones festivities.