Lost and found items

From Karen Olson.


Hey, everybody, great time on Saturday! Brendan and I were both glad you could all make it. Who knew were such great athletes!

We have a few “lost and found” items to put out there for claiming. The photo shows a few of the items: crock pot, blue bowl, kids sweatshirt, yellow tee shirt (hmmmm, how did that get left here without someone noticing?) and a white serving spoon. We also have a blue Sports Authority folding chair and various blue coolers out by the barn. I think that’s it, which is pretty good considering the huge crowd that was here. Let me know (kayo4321@hotmail.com) if something is yours and I will let you know where to find it, if you stop by and we are not here.

Auntie Tish and Uncle Bunnie: sorry we missed you when you left. We were so happy to see you there, but with all the running around regret that we didn’t have more time to catch up on things. . .

Love you all. See you next time! Karen

What a great day!!

What a great day and great game. Sorry we didn't see Karen or Brendan when we left. They were nowhere to be found. Your Moms and Dads would have been so proud (as I was) to see all the 1st, 2nd and 3rd cousins playing, cheering, visiting and eating (terrific food) together. You're a great bunch!! WE DID GOOD!! Thanks again for a wonderful day and we're looking forward to the next one. Love to all - Auntie Tish and Uncle Bun

THE BIG GAME

The sun was shining, and the blue sky could been seen between the leaves of the center field tree as the grounds keeper finished mowing the grass. The beautiful field, Winnie's Field was ready for the game of the season. Sean's City Slickers verses Rita's Country Raiders.
The Captains arrives at the field, Sean's Slickers with numerous players and Rita's Raiders with two!! As the Slickers took the field for batting practice Capt. Rita and her side kick Sarge began to call the players and slowly they started to arrive at the field. At the 1:45P (1345 for you military type) opening ceremonies, and introductions were made and The National Anthem was played and the teams were ready for the big game. The Raiders won the coin toss and chose to take the field first.
The Raiders scored two runs in the bottom of the first. At the top of the second inning Slickers pitcher and hot bat, Curt, hit a line drive into pitcher, veteran great, Sheila (the mighty)Oaks' left ankle. A time out was called as Sheila was taken out of the game to put ice on her ankle. She now has the honor of being the first and hopefully only injury on Winnie's Field.
As the game wound down the Slickers were ahead 8-3. It was nip and tuck. At the bottom of the 8th the Raiders rallied and scored five runs to tie game. The Slickers retaliated and it was a 10 -8 ball game.
Raiders started the bottom of the 9th. One run came in and with the tie run on third and two outs K.J. Painter came to bat. He had a nice little hit to short center that hit the ground before the center fielder could get it and as the tie run crossed the bag, the center fielder scooped up the ball tossed it to the first baseman who tagged the runner K.J. out.
The game of the season, the Cousins Challenge, was over with a tie score 10-10.
Congratulations were given all around by the players of each team and the Captains shook hands, gave each other a hug and said we would have a rematch at a date to be determined.
We all had a wonderful meal of hot dogs, hamburgs and a verity of dishes contributed by all who came for the game. All in all it was a was a wonderful day.
We want to thank Brendan for building this beautiful field ( he knew we would come) and both Brendan and Karen for their love of the game and their generosity.

Raiders Ready For The Challenge

I hope the City Slickers are getting a good night rest 'cause the Country Raiders are ready. They will be bright eyed and bushy tailed for the big challenge on Sat. They plan to give the Slickers a good run for the win. So come one, come all and see the Slickers Fall. Hope to see you all on Sat for the big game! Don't forget to bring a dish to share and some chairs.
Capt. Rita

City Slickers Be Ready!

City team be ready for a battle of the bat!
Not only do Rita's Raider's have the Flannery Clan with Mike's strong bat and long legs, we have the Mighty Oaks--with the veteran great Sheila Katherine. Also "Little Gibby Duel Quads" big bat and fast arm with his side kick"Short Stop Smiley." Lets not forget "The Big Rock", W.J. Holmes, K.J. Painter, Tom (the blaze) Sweeney, annnnnnnnnnnddddddddd the 39Th pick for the Dodgers Team JIM BARTLETT. Rounding out the team are the girls and boy from Long Hill Rd. and their families, with other players to be announced.
WE ARE READY TO MEET THE CHALLENGE!

FLASH - Baseball players and Fans!

(Uncle Brendan asked me to post this update.)

Sean Sweeney has signed on as Captain of the "City Cousin's Team" for the Cousin's Challenge this Saturday, Sept 20th at Winnie Field.
Sources tell me that the negotiations where tough but when the sign-on bonus included a victory lap in Anthony Flannery the IV's new legions racing car, the team had strapped in the captain slot!
I've also heard rumours that the Sweeney clan are bringing in the big guns! That's right, possible starters Brendan Sweeney, & Ray Solmonson. (the country team better hope they don't drag out the "Silver Slugger" , Jim "Papie) Anderson", or the old battin devil himself "Sting-em Ray" Solmonson. Than again the country team is in big woos if the "Double Team" sisters Doreen and Darlene dust off the spikes.

Just fair warning to the City slickers; If the bus from Boston rolls in with Sean Holmes,& Ryan McKinney and players to be announced, they just may neutralize the Sweeney big guns.

Stay tune players and fans!

City Cousins Capt.Found

GOOD NEWS!!
THE SEARCH HAS PAID OFF

It was confirmed today (09/14/08) that Sean Sweeney has accepted the challenge to head the city team!!

We are all happy that he has stepped up to the plate (so to speak) and hope all you urban cousins will help him man the team.

If interested in playing, running or cheering for the urban team call Sean and say "Hay I want to play" if you can't find his number in the Glastonbury phone book call me and I can give it to you.

Looking forward to seeing you all on Sat the 22nd

Love,
Capt. R

B-Game Sept 20 08

Hi All,
Capt. Rita here of "Rita's( the best team) Raiders. I hope you all know by now that the game of the season is set for the 20Th of Sept. at Winnie's Field. Please tell all your family members that ALL are welcome and that everyone will be able to participate if they want to. Not only to play but we need base coaches, runners, ( for those of us that have bad what-evers) cheer leaders and spectators.
Unfortunately our other Capt. the illustrious Jim (The Colonel) Gleason will not be able to join the festivities. I am working on a new Capt. for the city cousins at this time and hope he will be able except and meet the challenge. I will let you all know soon. Until then please pass it along to family to check out the website- Winniesfield.blogspot.com for pictures and info on what to bring and times of batting practice and opening ceremonies.
Hope to see you all
Love
Coach R.

Brendan' Comment

Uncle Brendan put this in a comment and i thought everyone should see it so here it is.

All Ball players/ watchers:Team Captain Rita and I meet for a power breakfast this morning- (where is opposing team Captain-Jim Gleason?)To discuss the upcoming "Cousins Challenge" and to have some apple pie (just me, pie is ok anytime!)Game date: 20 Sept, 08. Official start of activities will be 1345- 1:45for all you civilians!You can arrive at the field anytime after noon for BP(batting practice) or lounging-that's an official baseball activity. Bring a dish, the ball fiels sponsors ( to be announced) will be providing hot dogs, hambergers and soft drinks. And surprizes! Watch for info from the team Captains and game sponsors....what do you think we do this for nothing! we need the stinkin sponsors!

photos from the first game

First

Hello all, here is a place to post info about up coming games, family events or just to razz each other like we do anyway. Keep an eye out here for info and ideas.