Forgotten Glove

John left his glove at home today because he had to condition it, and he did not put it back in his bag before he left Columbia for his game tonight in the St. Louis area. By the time he called me, I was already an hour away from our house and I could not go back to get it. I told him that this is what you get for not packing beforehand. Well, his coach lent him a first base glove, and he played that all night. He got lucky though because I assumed his coach would make him sit for forgetting his glove. You could tell in the phone call that John was really upset and freaking out about telling Logan. Maybe next time, he will actually listen and pack his bag well in advance of being picked up for a game…

Red Velvet Bundt Cake

When you mention making a bundt cake to your niece who is visiting and she responds by whispering, “Red Velvet”, you make Red Velvet Bundt Cake with chocolate chips and Cream Cheese Frosting.

Any bets on how long it takes her to eat it all?

Raccoon

While walking on the Bear Creek Trail today, I saw something swimming out of the corner of my eye. I did not turn fast enough though and did not know what it was. So, by the time I moved a bit closer, it was hiding behind the tree.

As I turned to return to the trail, I realized that a baby raccoon was staring at me from up in the tree.

I snapped a couple of pictures and then realized that momma was making sure that I did not get any closer to her baby.

When I looked back up, I realized that momma was actually making sure that I did not get any closer to her babies!

After snapping this picture, I moved away, but what a neat experience on the trail.

Independence Day

After a relaxing day, we spent the evening at the City of Columbia Fireworks display with Ari’s family.

We also were in a great location to watch Columbia’s fireworks display.

It was a great evening with friends and family!