Tigers Game

I just want to send out a huge thank you to all of you wonderful people that came to the Tiger's game last night. I can't believe that over a 100 people came to the game and that we were able to keep it a secret from Jason for over 2 months. He had absolutely no clue even though there had been a couple of "slips" over the last few weeks. For all of you that were not there, Jason's cousin Lisa arranged with the Tigers for Jason to be able to come out onto the field for batting practice before the game. Over a 100 family and friends joined us--Jason's first surprise was meeting up with over 50 of those people waiting at a chartered bus to take us down to the game--this was arranged by Jason's cousin Debbie and his Aunt Lori. The rest of the group met up at the game. The majority of us wore the Krenzke Krusaders shirt that the Bullock Creek Middle schoolers designed. It was pretty neat looking across the field and seeing a sea of black and gold in the crowd. It also made it really easy to spot people that were in our group. Even though it rained the majority of the night, it was still a very special & memorable night for Jason and I. Thank you again! Joslyn

Nothing Much

It's been a while since my last post. We have just been living a normal life lately. We've been busy with this and that. Taylor was in her first dance recital this past weekend. She had rehearsal Wed & Thurs, and then her show was Fri & Sat. She was very cute and she was definitely "all about the flowers". She just loved receiving all the flowers from her guests. For all you non-dancing families (I only know this because a "dance" dad prepared me the night before by saying "you may want to go out and get your daughter a rose or something because the parents usually give their daughter a flower at the end of the show") you are supposed to give dancers some flowers at the end of their recital & those dancers definitely know it too.

Jason has been feeling well. He just finished his 3rd round of chemo this past weekend and he seemed to do just fine--he didn't even get that tired this time--a little bit but nothing like the last couple of times.

We praise God that things are going good for us right now. We continue to pray for complete healing for Jason--as Taylor would pray "take away the sickness". Take care, Joslyn

"stable"

I tell you what--"stable" is my new favorite word right now. We got a call from our nurse at Duke about 5:15 today and she said that the doctors reviewed Jason's MRI and told her to tell us that the tumor is stable. Whaoh praise God! As many of you can imagine, my mind has been just a racing these past couple of weeks waiting for Jason to get his next MRI done. Had all kinds of things running through my mind during the day and then a ton of dreams at night. I thought I might lose my mind with asking all the what if questions. I'm so glad that time period is done now. He went in Tuesday morning to have the MRI and I couldn't get the results fast enough but I told myself that I would wait until Friday before I starting calling the docs. Well I didn't even have to do that.

I am praising God for "stable".

Also, an update on Jason's eye sight. He went to the eye doctor again today and his doctor is very pleased with Jason's progress. His sight is much improved from just over a month's worth of time. The doc told him that this might be as good as the eyes get and if it is--he is happy.

What a great day! Joslyn

A disappointing end, however, a FANTASTIC SEASON

It was the top of the 6th inning when I pulled in for the game (I was working--had rearranged my schedule so I would be sure to make the final game of the day). The score was: visitors 2 and home 5--I thought "good--we are up and I will get to see the end of the game." However, as I walked up to the game there was an eery silence coming from the fans on the Bullock Creek side. I then asked one of the moms "Hey, I just got here, who's home and who's away?" With a frown she answered, "We're the visitors." Well you all know what I was thinking at first, Oh - - - - ! But then I went to the fence and started cheering for the boys just like I have done all season long and really had no doubt in my mind that the boys would pull it off. Well, this time they didn't and that was the end to a Fantastic Season. My heart sank for the boys, the parents, the other fans, and the coaches, especially my husband. I stood along the fence too shocked to really move, not wanting to talk to anyone and just wanting to go and hug Jason. The longer I stood there, the sadder I became and I could no longer hold back the tears. They began to trickle down my face as I thought back over the last few months. I was completely invested into this season--it was fun, something to look forward to, a chance to not think about things, a chance for things to be "normal". It wasn't supposed to end this soon. So the tears continued for sometime (if you know me at all, once I start crying it is just impossible for me to stop no matter how hard I try). I didn't really want people to see me crying--I didn't want them to see me being vulnerable. But in the end, people did see me crying and I just figured they understood. It wasn't about the loss of the game (don't get me wrong--it really, really stunk that the boys lost and we all know that they should still be in the tournament). It was about what this season has done for me, for Jason, for my family and I say thank you! God bless all of you. Joslyn

Saturday game

The boys won their game last night 8-2 and move on to District play this Saturday.

The boys play this Saturday at Bullock Creek at 10:00 against Bay City John Glenn. The winner will play again around 3:00 or 4:00 for District finals against the winner of the Saginaw & Caro game.

Just as an FYI, regionals will be played at Goodrich on Sat, June 7th. Quarterfinals will take place at Flushing on Tues, June 10th. State semi-finals and finals are Friday & Saturday, June 13th & 14th at Battle Creek.

Have a great week. Joslyn

Can you believe this weather--I think the baseball team is just destined to play in low 60 degree weather. The baseball team plays this evening at 5:00 at Bullock Creek against Bridgeport--be sure to bring your winter gloves and a blanket, it gets really cold just watching the game.

Jason's second round of chemo went fine. He seemed to tolerate it very well. The only thing is that he did get fatigued and felt pretty drained the last couple of days. If that is all that happens, we will sing praises to God because He definitely has His healing hands all over Jason. Thank you for all of your prayers. We continue to be in awe of all you wonderful people. Take care, Joslyn

Tri Valley Conference Champs!!!!

Hey everyone,
The Creekers pulled out 2 wins against Shepherd earning them the top spot in the conference:) The first game was a nailbiter (the score doesn't really represent how close the game was) I was even jumping out of my seat--it's been a long time since I was that excited about a game (probably back in high school watching my brother's basketball team). Creek was behind 4-2 up until the 6th inning when we scored 2 runs to tie it up. In the 7th inning, the Creek took it to em and scored another 9 runs for a total of 13-4. You can read the write up at http://ourmidland.com/articles/2008/05/21/sports/1108540.txt or read the Midland Daily News on Wednesday.

The second game ended in the 6th inning after the Creek mercied Shepherd 12-2. I just have to say these boys are so much fun to watch and I am looking forward to tournament time. Jason couldn't have a better group to coach than these guys and it's just awesome to see what a fantastic year they are having. This baseball season has been such a blessing in more ways than one. They are now 27-1-1 and will play next Tuesday, May 27th against Bridgeport in pre-districts. The winner will advance to Districts on Saturday, May 31.

Jason gets to celebrate tonight by starting his 2nd round of chemo (Although, I think he'd rather be drinking a beer with some of the dads :) so please keep him in your prayers over the next five days.

Have a great week. Joslyn