Tough end to the Season

Brayden played in the Championship Game for his Hockey League tonight. The game was the best of the season and Brayden had one of his best efforts. Braydens Redwings were up by 2 with 8 minutes left to go in the game when the Blackhawks squeaked one into the net. With just 2 minutes left, the Blackhawks did it again and tied the game. The Redwings had a chance to take the lead with seconds left, but couldn't make it happen. The goalie play on both sides was amazing with lots of great shots getting denied and many parents sighing in the bleachers. In sudden death penalty shots, the Blackhawks scored and the Redwings just couldnt answer. The Blackhawks skated around the rink with the cup while the Redwing locker room was filled with tears...I guess when you dont get a medal just for showing up, the kids take it a little more seriously. Many Mom and Dads "coaching" their little guys on how to walk out of the locker room with heads held high. I told Brayden that it is just an unfortunate part of being an Ohio Sports fan, so close, but so far away!

Uncle Bryan and Aunt Jennifer!

Congrats to my sis and her husband on the delivery of their baby boy! Andrew Michael Keach was born last night just before 11:00. He weighs in at 7 pounds, 11 oz with a full head a hair. Everyone is healthy and happy. While the boys were somewhat disappointed their choice of names were
overlooked (Aniken, Rainwater or Bob), the excitement was clear when Alex exclaimed, " we're going to be cousins and not kids anymore!"

Great job Lauren, Mike and Andrew. We're so proud of you guys and excited to watch you take on this rewarding new journey in your life.

Stimulating the Economy

The Cheek family is doing their best to get this economy up and running again. It's been 8 years or so since we've owned a boat....funny how that happens to coincide with the age of my oldest child... anyway, we're back in action. We found a nice little boat last month and took the plunge. This 16' Carolina Skiff passed the first family test two weekends ago when we headed out into the river for a little 20 mile cruise down to a spoil island just North of the Sebastian Inlet. We brought beach towels, lunch and fishing poles and had a great time splashing around!