Today we combined Gary's birthday celebration with Mother's Day. I will confess, I enjoy receiving gifts, but admire my husband when he says the only thing he wanted was a Blonde Alpine torte and all three grandkids to help him blow out the candles. We delivered. We had our kids, grandkids, and mothers all over and really enjoyed our afternoon together....
These two moms celebrated their first mother's day today:
I wish days like this were less hectic and lasted longer. Would have loved a picture of me with my two but that's the way we roll these days. Here's to another year for Gary and to all the wonderful mothers in our family!!!
On top of being a great baseball player, he is such a great guy! We are struck but not surprised by his poise, humility, leadership - just a quality individual. He comes from good stock.
Here he is with his folks and biggest fans. He credits his dad with nudging him in his decision to attend Grand Valley, learning once again that Father Knows Best! I know his mom was in on it too, maybe just more behind the scenes. That's where she flourishes.
It was "Senior Day" and Steve was recognized along with the other seniors (total of 13, I believe) for his overall accomplishments which are many. So proud of him. 
Jannie was visiting from NH and Ed & Sheryle came from IN so it turned into somewhat of a family reunion for those of us who could make it. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute.
Here is mom with her crew. Can you spell H.A.P.P.Y.!!!
McPhails
Sportsmen's row
Our hero, everyone wanted their picture taken with this Laker!
