Monday, November 20, 2017
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Crested Butte, Colorado
The last time we were in Crested Butte was November 2008...it was just as beautiful as it was 9 years ago...
Lake Irwin
Blue skies and crisp, clean air was the perfect way
to spend our first free weekend in a long, long time
Monday, November 13, 2017
October Flyby
Just like an Air Force flyby, October flew...
As Uncle Marcus and Aunt Kathy left, we welcomed
Uncle Eric with ice cream and beer before a football game...
Henry lax'ed in his first high school semi-final game...
Viv lax'ed with the Mammoth...
We saw the most beautiful Colorado sunset...
We kicked Uncle Eric out and got ready for Grandma and Grandpa...
(who we somehow didn't get any pictures of??!)
Viv lax'ed with the Outlaws...
Maleficent on Halloween...
Vivian was honored as a Buckley Youth of the Month...
...and finally Viv b'balled with the Denver Nuggets...
Monday, November 6, 2017
Machebeuf Football - Playoff Game 1
Bishop Machebeuf - 0
Faith Christian - 17
It took 17 years for Bishop Machebeuf football to earn a spot in the playoffs. On Saturday, they played that playoff game and how I wish the score reflected the hard fought battle. The score was 0-0 at the end of the third quarter and our boys were just out of steam. They never gave up, but in the fourth quarter our 21 suited-up players didn't have anything left to give against the opposing 45.
Maxwell was amazing as always. Not only in his play, but in his leadership and brotherly love -- to the other 20 brothers he has on that team. When he came home he was sad and defeated as it sunk in that he wouldn't ever put on football pads again.
His high school football career is over now. In every field he's ever played on, Maxwell's left his blood, sweat and tears. But on Saturday. On Saturday, he left a little piece of his heart on that field.
Bishop Machebeuf 0 Faith Christian 17
Faith Christian Stadium - Arvada, CO 11/04/2017
Tough loss on a day where we just didn't click on all phases, but we played the game of our lives! The score was 0-0 for 35:55 minutes of a 48 minute game, as the Eagles scored 1st on the last play of the 3rd qtr. The "War of Attrition" finally took is toll on this miraculous season & our 2017 season skids to a halt.
Its always tough to lose & the only time that you don't feel this bad at the end, is when you win it all.. But to measure this season by the win/loss column is shallow with respect to what we overcame & accomplished this year. This season goes down as possibly the most memorable that I have ever coached & I have witnessed some pretty special moments over the years since 1987. This magical band of brothers showed what can happen when true buy-in occurs & a group opens their hearts to coaching, discipline, tough love, and the positive stress of true brotherhood.
I've never been more proud than I am of this team including the players, coaches and families, as it just took more out of all to make this happen with so few... Individually, we may not have been the most talented, but together we became a battalion of Great Men. Great Men who Step Up, Stand in Front, Never Give up, and Care for Others!
Last year our seniors opened the door to a path of "what could be". This year our seniors - Remi, Max, Fernando, Joe, Danny, Evan, Julio, Jack, & Mickey -you've raised the bar to higher ground! You guys stand for everything that is right in this crazy world & I have great faith that you all will leave our world in a better place than you found it. I love you like son's & that too, is forever.
This pic below says it all; Marques & Emmet - My son, Fernando's brother, Love, Pain, Our Future... Buffalo Warrior Spirit Lives On!!!
Faith Christian - 17
It took 17 years for Bishop Machebeuf football to earn a spot in the playoffs. On Saturday, they played that playoff game and how I wish the score reflected the hard fought battle. The score was 0-0 at the end of the third quarter and our boys were just out of steam. They never gave up, but in the fourth quarter our 21 suited-up players didn't have anything left to give against the opposing 45.
Maxwell was amazing as always. Not only in his play, but in his leadership and brotherly love -- to the other 20 brothers he has on that team. When he came home he was sad and defeated as it sunk in that he wouldn't ever put on football pads again.
His high school football career is over now. In every field he's ever played on, Maxwell's left his blood, sweat and tears. But on Saturday. On Saturday, he left a little piece of his heart on that field.
Pre-game prayer
Senior Captains - Fernando, Maxwell, Joe, Daniel
Maxwell giving Fernando a hard time about walking too slow...
you know, on his broken foot and all
Maxwell and Remy...the best of friends and teammates
Maxwell was in every single play of this game.
Every. Single. One.
Maxwell getting some love from Jack after his forced fumble and recovery
He's always giving out the love too...
Both teams in post-game prayer
The Buffalo Fight Song...one last time
I can do
All things
In Christ
Who strengthens me
Below is a Facebook post from Bishop Machebeuf's head coach. Coach V been a strong presence in the lives of these boys, and for that, I will always be grateful...
Bishop Machebeuf 0 Faith Christian 17
Faith Christian Stadium - Arvada, CO 11/04/2017
Tough loss on a day where we just didn't click on all phases, but we played the game of our lives! The score was 0-0 for 35:55 minutes of a 48 minute game, as the Eagles scored 1st on the last play of the 3rd qtr. The "War of Attrition" finally took is toll on this miraculous season & our 2017 season skids to a halt.
Its always tough to lose & the only time that you don't feel this bad at the end, is when you win it all.. But to measure this season by the win/loss column is shallow with respect to what we overcame & accomplished this year. This season goes down as possibly the most memorable that I have ever coached & I have witnessed some pretty special moments over the years since 1987. This magical band of brothers showed what can happen when true buy-in occurs & a group opens their hearts to coaching, discipline, tough love, and the positive stress of true brotherhood.
I've never been more proud than I am of this team including the players, coaches and families, as it just took more out of all to make this happen with so few... Individually, we may not have been the most talented, but together we became a battalion of Great Men. Great Men who Step Up, Stand in Front, Never Give up, and Care for Others!
Last year our seniors opened the door to a path of "what could be". This year our seniors - Remi, Max, Fernando, Joe, Danny, Evan, Julio, Jack, & Mickey -you've raised the bar to higher ground! You guys stand for everything that is right in this crazy world & I have great faith that you all will leave our world in a better place than you found it. I love you like son's & that too, is forever.
This pic below says it all; Marques & Emmet - My son, Fernando's brother, Love, Pain, Our Future... Buffalo Warrior Spirit Lives On!!!
Sunday, November 5, 2017
Machebeuf Football - Games 7 & 8
Bishop Machebeuf - 8
Kent Denver - 21
The Buffs had their first loss of the season against the defending state champions. The loss hurt but Maxwell's post-game smile (and the crazy, sweaty hair) says it all...it was pretty awesome having his Uncle Eric in the stands cheering for him.
Bishop Machebeuf - 26
Elizabeth - 19
This was, by far, the hardest fought game of Maxwell's high school career. With 2 minutes left in the game Machebeuf was down 19-18 with no timeouts. The Buffs marched down the field and scored with 40 seconds to go and the two point conversions was good. Elizabeth received the kick and three plays later we intercepted their pass. Game over and Machebeuf heads to the PLAYOFFS!!!
Sometimes, no words are needed.
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
The Short Story - Month 6
In six months Henry has grown 2.5 inches.
Officially, he's 5'1"...the next six months are going to be big for this kid!
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