This Saturday morning we caught the second half of the remake of the Bad News Bears. The kids really got a kick out of this movie. I had reservations about some parts but let them watch it.

We had a tee ball game for my two youngest children at 10:15. I was worried about this as they behaved badly in the last game. I caught myself before the game and took a look at my attitude. I suspected that I may have fallen into unrealistic expectations, so I resolved to be patient and just work on motivating them to do their team duties without griping at them. I also thought about how the last game was an evening game which may have contributed to lack of attentiveness. I decided to accept whatever they do and to have fun.

The kids behaved and played very well and had fun. Their team looked like one of those well coached teams that is a level better than the rest. They made big hits, ran well, and made so many outs that we let the other team keep playing and their runners got to stay on base. My son (the autistic one) made a catch and tag out, which was the highlight of the game. He also did the funniest thing in the game when he came running out of the dugout to take his helmet back from his sister at home plate.

My older son did not play today so we got to focus on the older ones. He had a practice in the afternoon. I was glad to be able to get outside and active because I felt aimless otherwise. My son did well and got to run and play with the coach’s son, his friend.

On our way home I stopped at the 12 step club as I saw the lights off and people in the parking lot. My sponsor and some other friends were there. I wanted to stay at the meeting but I knew that my wife was expecting me home and doesn't really like my son hanging around there unattended so I left and took him home. This doesn't usually stop me but for some reason I felt like I needed to go home.

It was a good thing that I came home as my youngest daughter suddenly starting vomiting. My wife really needed my help with the kids that night.

Thanks be to God.