Spring is in the air. This march break has been the warmest that I can remember since I was 15 and back in school when the break meant something.
Since Wonderboy, not much has happened at the homestead except for the wee fact that Christien is accelerating his growth like mad. Since Mexico, that kid can now run, climb (onto the kitchen table no less) and say one word sentences. If you have the privileges, check out his blog for more details.
Home life with milder weather has opened up the possibilities. It has been great having the clocks move forward so that the kids can be outside roaming and blowing off months of pent up energy. Being cooped up in the house with those 2 can be maddening…even with a basement to run around in.
After the Canadian gold domination in the Winter Games, along with the passing of Wonderboy, it’s time to focus on the upcoming baseball season. This year I’ll be participating in not only the auction, but a newly formed keeper league that we’ve finally been able to establish and get off the ground. It has been an effort but I think will be worth it. It’s key to know that this is not a dynasty league, but a keeper. This difference means more work and effort managing the team and it’s various levels of contracts.
So, with 2 leagues it will have it’s share of confusion with crossover of players to cheer/not cheer for depending on which ones you own in one, both or none of the leagues. I expect the auction to finally fade off into the distance if the majority is willing. Out of respect for the history of the auction however, I will continue to participate until the concensus is to dissolve. Besides, after Year 1 of the keeper, the effort in March is no longer overwhelming and I would have the approriate time to devote to research for the auction. More to come on the success/failures of this new venture.
Next up is golf. Alas, I wasn’t able to commit to the training regimen that Sean and I were hoping to accomplish before the season. So it’s back to a quick ramp-up before the season starts. Sean, are you ready to hit the driving range?
Sonia is back on the golf wagon and has joined a league of her own with her pals. Summer is going to be busy, but summer is going to be fun. I must remember to steal that magnificent golf cart of hers for my league from time to time to make life easier.