Play Ball!

Well, the season is officially underway.  Tyler started baseball and Emily started t-ball games this week.  They both play on Tuesday and Thursday nights, so our schedule is a little hectic.  They often play at the same times, so it will be interesting to see how we are able to work that out.  

Tyler started player-pitch baseball.  I think it's going to be a frustrating season for him.  The kids are used to the balls being perfectly pitched right down the middle by a machine, so hitting from a real pitcher is proving to be a little more difficult.  Tyler struck out his first time up to bat, but learned to really watch the pitches and was walked the second time.  He played a great game and even picked up a couple of grounders that came his way.  I hope he can stick out the next couple of seasons until the pitching improves.  He has a lot of potential in baseball.

Emily is playing her second season of t-ball.  The coach throws three pitches and if they can't hit the ball from the coach, they bring out the tee.  So far she hasn't had to use the tee.  She often hits the ball WAY over third base.  She isn't afraid of the ball and is the first one to jump all over any grounder that is hit her way. 

The dark clouds rolled in during Emily's game.  After a few sprinkles, this beautiful rainbow appeared.  I couldn't resist taking a picture of Emily under the rainbow :)

Here's hoping for a successful season for both of them, and a little bit of sanity for me :)