Dream Come True

We are back. The past month we have been on vacation, traveling throughout the west. The first stop was home to Gilbert AZ. We were able to be a part of a wonderful experience. Last September my father was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gerhig's Disease). My father has a history of playing baseball, little league, College ball for UNLV, and for the Cleveland Indian Organization. He has also been a season ticket holder for the Arizona Diamondbacks since the beginning of their existence. On July 11th, the Diamondbacks were honoring Lou Gerhig. Due to his recent diagnosis, baseball past, and participation in the Diamondback organization he was asked to throw out the first pitch. This was a once in a lifetime opportunity and what every little boy dreams of. Although, the disease is progressing and he has become weaker, he was able to throw a great pitch. We are so proud of him and were lucky to be there to share in his special day.

Nice throw Dad!

Here is my mom and dad before the pitch.

Oh, how could I forget our little Jackson. John, myself and Jude along with my sister and her family joined my mom and dad down on the field. As soon as my Dad made his way out to the field and on the mound, Jackson ( my sister's 2 1/2 yr old), saw grandpa and started to run toward him. So here is my sister with her youngest in her arms running after Jackson. It was hilarious! Jackson just about made it to Grandpa, before he was grabbed.

We are trying to get an organized photo of Grandpa with his 4 grand boys. As you can see they were not too cooperative.

Here we are on the field before the first pitch!

Here is my dad chatting with Carlin after the pitch. He gets to keep the ball he threw as a keepsake.

PS- more posts to come of our MONTH long vacation!