We played a team that we've never played before at a field we've never played at before and it was just a disaster. First off, the other team uses a pitching machine. I'm totally against using pitching machines. I can understand using them for batting practice, but all the time, no. You aren't teaching the kids anything at all. They aren't learning how to hit a ball off of a real live pitcher in a real life game, they're learning how to hit perfect pitches off of a machine. This machine is calibrated to throw the balls perfectly at their bats...all they have to do is swing. So, rarely does anyone strike out on the other team. How is this teaching you to play real life baseball? Its not. Now, the kicker is, when these kids hit the next league next year, they have kids from the other team pitching to them. No more machine. They aren't going to have a clue how to hit a real ball since they're used to having perfect pitches lobbed at them all the time. I can't wait to see how they fair.
Anyway, this pitching machine sits where the pitcher stands and the coach stands beside, feeding it balls. Beside the coach and the machine stood the umpire. Usually, the umpire stands behind the catcher behind home plate, right? Right. So, here you have all these little 7 and 8 year olds trying to see past these massive guys (did I mention they were all fat asses?) and their pitching machine. Tyson was on third base and all this crap was right in his line of vision to 1st base. He couldn't even see Eric on 1st base to throw him the ball. Any way, one of our boys gets up to bat and he hits what would have been a line drive down the middle...had the ball not been stopped by the stupid pitching machine! So, I yelled that they needed to "get that stupid machine off the field". Apparently that didn't go over well with the other team. Strike one against me. That was counted as a foul ball and the kid had to bat again. Luckily, he had a really good hit and got on base again. Next kid up got on base and he advanced to second base, or tried to. One of the other players was standing in the base line - like a statue, hands clasped in front of him, feet planted - refusing to move. This kid was intentionally blocking the path from 1st to 2nd. Jimmy didn't know what to do, and isn't really aggressive like other kids (my kid would have ran right through him) so he ran up to the kid and stopped and looked at him. He eventually side stepped the kid and ran around him to second. I yelled, "Get out of the base line"! along with another Mother who saw the kids tactics for what it was. It was a stall while his teammate got the ball - which actually went right past him, so they could tag Jimmy out. They were being little a-holes. Strike two against me.
At this point some guy on the other side starts yelling at me to watch my mouth or I was out of there. He wasn't wearing a badge or any other "official" gear as far I could see, so I raised my arms and raised my chin in a "what the hell are YOU gonna do" type gesture. Strike three for me. He was apparently the Baseball Commissioner for the towns Little League. At this point, some bitch with a clip board comes over to our coach and starts pointing and yelling about "Those Women over there" and telling him that he needs to control his parents or he's going to be the first one to be ejected, blah blah blah. Well, the other woman that she was talking about happened to be the coach's wife, Diane. He apologized and said that he'd talk to us, but he did ask if there was any way the pitching machine could come off the field when we were at bat because it was in the way. She said NO. Deal with it. The other coaches then started getting into it with her and she started yelling about "Those Women" again and at that point, I was off the bleachers and yelling at her. I don't even remember what I said, I just know that I told her that she could feel free to talk directly to me. First, they ejected Coach Tim. Then they accused Coach Rick of being drunk. He invited them to all go F themselves. Then they ejected him. I told them they were all juvenile, asinine and ridiculous. Then I was ejected. Then the police were called. Then Tim pulled the boys off the field and said the game was over and there was no way we were playing here. Ever. Period. Since I don't drive and Ron had dropped us off, I was stuck without a ride. I had to get a ride back to town with Diane. All in all, it was a night full of fail. I couldn't believe how ugly the whole thing turned over a little league game!
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No matter what team you're rooting for, please get out there and vote!
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You Should Be Allowed to Vote |
 You got 12/15 questions correct. Generally speaking, you're very well informed. If you vote this election, you'll know exactly who (and what) you'll be voting for. You're likely to have strong opinions, and you have the facts to back them up. |
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Your result for Are You a Jackie or a Marilyn? Or Someone Else? Mad Men-era Female Icon Quiz...
You Are a Marilyn!
Marilyns are responsible, trustworthy, and value loyalty to family, friends, groups, and causes. Their personalities range broadly from reserved and timid to outspoken and confrontative.
How to Get Along with Me
- * Be direct and clear
- * Listen to me carefully
- * Don't judge me for my anxiety
- * Work things through with me
- * Reassure me that everything is OK between us
- * Laugh and make jokes with me
- * Gently push me toward new experiences
- * Try not to overreact to my overreacting.
What I Like About Being a Marilyn
- * being committed and faithful to family and friends
- * being responsible and hardworking
- * being compassionate toward others
- * having intellect and wit
- * being a nonconformist
- * confronting danger bravely
- * being direct and assertive
What's Hard About Being a Marilyn
- * the constant push and pull involved in trying to make up my mind
- * procrastinating because of fear of failure; having little confidence in myself
- * fearing being abandoned or taken advantage of
- * exhausting myself by worrying and scanning for danger
- * wishing I had a rule book at work so I could do everything right
- * being too critical of myself when I haven't lived up to my expectations
Marilyns as Children Often
- * are friendly, likable, and dependable, and/or sarcastic, bossy, and stubborn
- * are anxious and hypervigilant; anticipate danger
- * form a team of "us against them" with a best friend or parent
- * look to groups or authorities to protect them and/or question authority and rebel
- * are neglected or abused, come from unpredictable or alcoholic families, and/or take on the fearfulness of an overly anxious parent
Marilyns as Parents
- * are often loving, nurturing, and have a strong sense of duty
- * are sometimes reluctant to give their children independence
- * worry more than most that their children will get hurt
- * sometimes have trouble saying no and setting boundaries
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| You Are an American Bulldog |
 You are incredibly energetic, and you like to blow off steam with sports and horsing around. You are naturally courageous. You would run into a burning building to save someone you loved. You intimidate people without trying to. Some people assume the worst of you when they first meet you. |
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- Music:The Rolling Stones - Memory Motel
What Your Fridge Says About You |
 You like to be surrounded by things you love. You aren't exactly greedy, but you can be materialistic at times. You tend to be a fairly thrifty person. You splurge occasionally, but you're mostly a saver. You are a very adventurous person. You love to try new things, and you get bored very easily. You are responsible, together, and mature. You act like an adult, even when you don't feel like it. You are likely to be married - and very busy. |
Q. I chose direct deposit for my 2007 tax refund but also requested a refund anticipation loan (RAL) from my preparer. How does that affect my stimulus payment?
A. Taxpayers who use RALs or enter into any other loan or financial agreement with their tax professional cannot receive their stimulus payments by direct deposit and instead will get a paper check.
So, if you used Turbotax or H&R Block and got a rapid refund, you will not get your direct deposit as anticipated. I should have gotten my stimulus payment yesterday and when I didn't, I immediately started looking around for why. It would have been nice to know this before I started kind of spending the money. Not massive amounts, probably less than $40, but still. So, if you're wondering why you haven't received anything, this is why. Start checking your mail box next week, kids.
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What Your Soul Really Looks Like |
 You are a warm hearted and open minded person. It's easy for you to forgive and forget. You are a grounded person, but you also leave room for imagination and dreams. You feet may be on the ground, but you're head is in the clouds. You see yourself with pretty objective eyes. How you view yourself is almost exactly how other people view you. Your near future is all about change, but in very small steps. The end of the journey looks far, but it's much closer than you realize. For you, love is all about caring and comfort. You couldn't fall in love with someone you didn't trust. |
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- Music:Stevie Wonder - That Girl
You Are Bare Feet |
 You are a true free spirit, and you can't be tied down. Even wearing shoes can be a little too constraining for you at times! You are very comfortable in your own skin. You are one of the most real people around. You don't have anything to hide. Open and accepting, you are willing to discuss or entertain almost any topic. You are a very tolerant person. You are accepting and not judgmental. You should live: Somewhere warm You should work: At your own business, where you can set the rules |
What Kind of Drink Are You? | |
 | You are a Fine Glass of Wine. You are sophisticated and refined, but also complicated and hard to deal with. Not everyone loves you, but those who do swear that you're the coolest thing since sliced bread. One of these days the people that matter will understand you. Until then, you will be sitting on your throne as the distinguished product that not everyone has the taste to appreciate. |
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| Your Christmas Stocking Will Be Filled With Little Wrapped Presents |
 You've made Santa a very happy fellow this year. Don't worry - what happens at the North Pole stays at the North Pole! |
An iPod - I can play MP3s in my new truck and I'd love to have an iPod to carry all my tunes around as opposed to 20 CDs shoved in the console of my truck. I love the red one. :)
Kitchenaid Artisan Stand Mixer - I have lusted after this for years. They can be purchased much cheaper than this on Amazon.com if you catch the sale. I would love this. LOVE IT!
Gift certificates to Lane Bryant, The Avenue, Target and Carol's Daughter.
Money is always nice.
Books - I haven't read a good book in a while.
These are just a few things that I'd like in no certain order. Of course, I'll appreciate anything that I'm given. :D
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After each of the children completed their artwork, the photos were laminated and bound together in a book. Each child takes the book home for a night to share with their families. All of the photos were pretty typical of first grade art work. Until, we got to Zack's photo. Keep in mind these are supposed to be 'self-portraits'.
Ron and I saw this at about the same time as I was flipping the pages of the book and we both just got wide eyed and then fell out laughing. This was just the best picture ever....EVER!!!
I just had to share this. :)
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Here we go:
Beer: Shiner Bock
Anorexic: illness
Relationships: Hard, but worth it
Purple: Rain
Power Rangers: Lame then, lame now.
Weed: 4:20
Steroids: Cheaters
Cartoons: Animaniacs!
The President: Idiot.
Tupperware: So 1970s
Best vacation: Great Bear Lodge - Sandusky, OH
Halloween: Beggin' for candy
Bon Jovi: Juke box in the cafeteria in high school
Grammar: Proper
Facebook: No interest
Worst fear: Death of loved one
Marriage: Someday
Paris Hilton: Needs to be poor for a day.
Jew: Hasidic (sp)
Blonde: No comment.
Pass the time: B.O.B.
One night stands: Young and dumb
Donald Trump: Comb over
Neverland: Michael Jackson
Pixie Sticks: Pure Sugar!
Vanilla ice cream: dutch apple pie a la mode
High School: Would have been better without all the snooty kids.
Work: have to.
Pajamas: footy
Woods: Tiger
Wet Sock: Laundry
Alcohol: Margarita
Love: Ron
Yankees: Doodle
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- Mood: calm
- Music:Cross Canadian Ragweed - Lonely Feeling
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What is the most you've ever spent on a children's party?
Less than $50
3 (42.9%)
More than $50 - less than $100 2 (28.6%)
More than $100 - less than $150 1 (14.3%)
More than $150 - less than $200 0 (0.0%)
$200 or more 1 (14.3%)
Would you have two siblings party together if their birthdays fall within the same week?
Sure, why not save time and possibly money! 5 (71.4%)
No, both should have their own party. 1 (14.3%)
Party? Who said you were having a party?? 1 (14.3%)
If you were having a joint party, 1 boy and 1 girl, should you have two small themed cakes or one big cake?
Definitely should have two small cakes with each child's favorite character. 6 (85.7%)
One big, fun cake with two flavors would be sufficient. 0 (0.0%)
Cake? Who said you were getting a cake?! 1 (14.3%)
Since two children are having a party, how many children should be invited?
No more than 5 1 (14.3%)
No more than 10 2 (28.6%)
No more than 15 1 (14.3%)
No more than 20 3 (42.9%)
When it comes to the gifts, should each child bring a gift only for the child they are BFFs with or one for each of the birthday kids?
One small gift for both children. 1 (14.3%)
A gift only for the child they are BFFs with. 5 (71.4%)
Gifts? Who said you were getting gifts?? 1 (14.3%)
What are your thoughts for a fun party for a 3 year old boy and a 4 year old girl?
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- Music:Finger Eleven - Paralyzer
There is a petition circulating to have this case reviewed by the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice. Please go here and sign it if you are so inclined. We as a nation can not allow children to go to prison for school yard fights. Of course, there is more to this than just a school yard scrape. This is about racism, plain and simple.
The sentencing of these young boys is scheduled to happen today in Jena. I watched my local news last night and I was very close to throwing something at the TV when the reporter said they were on trial for beating a white classmate up. No explanation as to what led to the fight, the harassment, the nooses, the loaded weapon that was brandished at the boys at a local gas station. She simply said that the 6 black youths were on trial for beating up one white youth. That's it. Don't rely on your local news to get information about what's going on in the world. That is part of the reason that so many people are unaware of the racial tension in this country...no one seems to want to report it. The Jena Six got 30 seconds on our local news, but these idiots got a good 5 minutes. And yes, there was video. Yeah. She was charged for her outrageous behavior, too.
Anyway, the whole point of this is that we need to do something about this. More people need to know the truth about what is happening to these young men.
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- Mood: angry
- Music:Charlie Robison - El Cerrito Place
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