Spring Briarlake Baseball

Jackson could barely support himself with the helmet and gear on.

 Jackson has been playing in the Briarlake Baptist Church baseball league for years and this year Catie decided to play with absolutely no experience.

Even though Catie was the tallest and most physically intimidating girl on the team, she was the only 2nd grade girl and enjoyed hanging with the "older" girls. She is such a gamer and good sport, always giving it a solid effort with a good attitude.

Just looking at this crew you can tell they are players!

Jackson all ready to pound the ball into the outfield. The Braves were a great group of kids that made for a fun season. The team had some good hitters but the fielding could have used some improvement. Bad News Bears anyone???

Catie was a big surprise! She started out totally afraid of the ball (just like her dad) and had no idea where to be in the field or what to do when the ball came her way. By the end of the season, she had developed an understanding of the game and was one the most consistent hitters on the team.

Catie Cooper!!!

Catie is a member of the Northlake Children's Chorus and really enjoys singing (we are not sure she is ours) and performing. One of their recent performances was held at NorthLake Mall.

Notice the fancy outfit...

Several of the girls participated in a piano recital at the mall before the chorus performance. Not wanting to be left out, she volunteered to play a solo guitar performance for all the lucky patrons at the mall. She was nervous but played confidently and put on a great show.

Ann participated in career day at Kittredge Magnet School presenting to about five classes. Jackson was proud to have his mom talk about being a doctor and letting everyone hold a real human brain! The real brain never fails to amaze...

Mrs. Franklin's 5th grade homeroom class learning about the human brain. Jackson was lucky to have the reigning teacher of the year as his teacher.