Summer Stuff

Last time I blogged, Steve was having a hard time so I'm sure people are wondering how he's doing. It mostly depends on the day, but he is doing relatively better. He's on cruise control for the most part, sometimes braking for bad moments, but pushing back on the pedal so he won't completely plummet. Steve is good at hiding it, but he misses T with every pound of his heart. It's just going to be awhile.

We've been keeping busy with softball, summer things, and more softball. Brooks went to Diabetes Camp in S. Jordan last week and had alot of fun. It's was two-day camp from 9-4pm. Most of the counselors and kids had Type I diabetes so Brooks didn't have to explain anything to anyone. He said lunch time was funny because all the kids checked themselves at the same time and the room was filled with clicks. Brooks & I stayed one night down there so we could have some time away together. We saw a movie, played some air hockey, and swam in the pool. His favorite part about camp was the gymnastics activity where he did flips and tricks on an olympic-size tramp. They had other jumbo gym thingies there too and the kids loved it. When I picked him up, olympian music played and they were awarding medals to each participant. Here's Brooks with a flag he made and a carb-counter lei made of goodies and snacks.

We returned home to what else but more softball. EJ had a tournament in Brigham this time. They took 2nd place again and were initially disappointed that they didn't win it all, but they are winners to us. And really, the photo below explains why we really do it anyway...

I am pleased by our newest Blast addition, official team photographer, Uncle Jeff. If you've seen my recent photos on facebook, they are all from the talented work of my awesome bro-in-law. Thanks Jeff for capturing these precious memories, and to the whole family for the continued fan support! Emma loves having her family there to cheer her on.

Here's Emma running to 2nd...

It's all about staying strong, or at least trying...

As always, we miss you like crazy T, but you already know that.