Pittsburgh Pirates

 We finally made it to a MLB game. Carson earned free tickets from Sports Camp this year, and we took advantage, and went as a family. Lee was MIA though not by his fault. A major thunderstorm moved in right before his plane was supposed to land. He had been in Oklahoma for 2 weeks, and was coming home that evening. We were going to go and pick him up before the game at the airport, but his flight was diverted to Columbus because of the weather. He had to wait there for a few hours before he landed safely in Pittsburgh.

We went to the game, and waited, and waited for the rain to stop. The game started 2 1/2 hours after it was scheduled to. Luckily we were only there for the last hour of the wait.

 We were able to move up under the balcony during the rain. Many people left after waiting for so long, so we had our pick of seats.

 The large tarp covering the infield.

 The big screen at the back of the stadium.

 Finally the rain stopped and they were able to move the giant tarp. You can see how small the workers are to the size of the tarp.

 Cleaning and sprucing up the dirt.

 Yay! They are starting the game.

 We could have moved back down to our real seats, but they were all wet, and we knew we would have to leave soon and get Lee from the airport.

The Pirates are actually having a winning season this year. They are almost in first place. We had to leave after only 2 innings to get Lee from the airport, but it was almost 10pm anyway. We hope to go back soon, and maybe get to stay for an entire game!

Fourth of July Weekend

 We had a really fun weekend. We went up to Pittsburgh, and rode the trolley up the hill to see the view.

 The tracks led the way. It really didn't move to fast, the kids wanted it to move faster. :)

 The view was amazing. We could see all of Pittsburgh from the top.

 Carson is now the proud owner and wearer of glasses! He actually does not mind them! He does mention that he sees so much better now. In this picture he is wearing his sports pair.

 The trolley going down the hill.

 More of the view.

We also went on this great hike, called The city of Rocks. For some reason I did not take very many pictures, or of the fantastic picnic we had in our ward. We had a wonderful time.

Webelo Camp 2011

This is Carson with his partner, Michael. We went up there for family night.

All the leaders ready for the Flag ceremony.

The flag ceremony. They do one everyday. I find it inspirational that there is somewhere that still allows for the  recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. It has been taken out of so many venues, and places.

This skit was Carson's group. It was called,"Walk the Plank".

In front of the camp sign. Carson did not sleep over, since our church doesn't allow it yet, but he had fun staying up there everyday all day. He had so much fun swimming, on the shooting range, and so many other activities. The leaders sacrifice so much to be up there with the boys all week. It was a great week for everyone!