The One With Ed Sheeran

Earlier this week, the four of us had the opportunity to see the Ed Sheeran concert. What a blast that was!

We went down to Gilette Stadium this past Saturday and took the epic journey into the parking lot, which was an adventure into itself. But, they were well organized and had cars parked quickly.

We then had an interesting turn of events in Gilette Stadium. They were so nitpicky about a bag coming in that we had to throw it away. I also heard people had to throw away their purses. A little too extreme if you ask me.

Zoinks.

Despite that setback, the concert was great. Ed was quite a performer and he engaged with the audience wonderfully. Perhaps may favorite engagement was when he particularly talked to two specific members of the audience and asked them to join in and have fun - the people who were dragged along by girlfriends and the Super Dads, like his own, who were making sure their kids were safe and having fun at the concert.

What a great night! If you have chance to see him, make it a date!

The One With Number Zero

Cool Moment This Week....


As a Red Sox fan, it is extremely rare that you get to witness something that makes history. Something that is one of a kind. Something that has never been done before.

But this week, that happened.


Brandon Phillips, a 37 year old player (who has been an all star in the past) was called up to the Red Sox. He became the first Sox player EVER (yes EVER) to wear the number 0

This cool moment was captured on WEEI (I also got a picture while I watched NESN).  The Weei photo is below....which is pretty neat (a scene after he hit a home run that won the game).

Who'd of think it took more than 100 years to have a number 0. 

The One With The New School Year

Yet another school year begins....And with it another return to first grade. I want too sure what to expect. But. it will be fun.

The One With Back to School Shopping

When mid-August comes, it can only mean one thing. The dreaded time for kids, parents, and teachers alike.


BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING


Well, in between breaks of going into our classrooms, that is what Emmie and I did this week with the kids. We went up to New Hampshire and spent times at the outlets shopping.

I was quickly reminded why it is not my favorite pasttime. Zoinks.

First, some of the places were packed. Which is always my favorite thing. My pseudo-claustrophobia strikes when it gets too crowded in stores. At one point in time in a Nike Store I had to move pronto.

Then, Emmie and Bri spent time in the Loft, while Kiff and I literally went to five stores - one of which was a five minute walk away. Good times.


And there was a trip to Justice, where I had to be a fashion consultant....which almost never happens. Kiff's opinions are usually trusted more than mine.

Still, it was a fun and memorable experience...and a traditional way to wind down summer....which I always hope never ends.

The One With Our Trip to Connecticut

This past week, we took our first family trip to Connecticut to stay. It was a lot of fun spending a day in the Constitution State.

The main purpose of the trip was to visit the Mystic Aquarium. It did not disappoint. It had an open concept where people actually walk around and visit different spots, such as a penguin area, beluga whales (they are awesome), stellar sea lions, and even a prehistoric automatron area. It was awesome. The indoor section included a sea lion show as well as many tanks. We had a blast.

We went to Mystic Diner for supper. It was pretty good...though it had a billion choices.

The following day, we went to the Mystic Seaport Museum. Now, this place was FANTASTIC, too. We visited an 18th century fishing village (think Sturbridge by the sea) as well as a Whaling Ship, and viking exhibit. This stop was an unexpected sheer delight. 

Mystic will definitely be on our to do list again. It was simple awesome!!!

 

The One With Emmie's Classroom

Yesterday, we had a fun day visiting Emmie's classroom. It was a great experience. She is heading back to school to teach for the first time - full time - in a while.

She is excited.

It is great to see her in the classroom. All four of us went in to help her set up. The room is going to be great!

The One With A Summer Baseball

One of the highlights of this summer has been Kiff playing summer baseball. It has been a blast.

At first, we were not too sure if he would be able to do it. But when he was asked - and our plans changed - we were able to make it work.

It was a great way to represent the town...and have fun at the same time.

Sure, we were the B team...and we routinely played A teams. And yes, it could be tough. But, the team was a great group of kids...and they always seemed to have fun.

I was able to help out as well...which was also fun.

It was a great opportunity...and a great way to have fun as well. Definitely a big memory.