Caught at short

Last night was softball night. Final score was in our favor somewhere in the order of 18 - 4.

The game saw the debut of my new pant. They're nothing special, just activewear pant that were on sale. They are made by Russell Athletic, which is funny because it means that it is embroidered on to the pant and also printed on the aglets (thank you, Dr Karl) on the drawstring.

I did my best to be a contributing member of the team. During the first inning I was first base coach for a while. My advice to people was something like this (delivered to different people):

"Hey, how are you going? I've never been base coach before and don't know what I'm doing.",

"I'll give you the same advice everyone gives me. Ground ball: run. If it's in the air, go half way.",

"Well, Jeff, you probably know more about being on first base than I do...", and

"Well, Ryan, I'm on deck, so you're on your own".

Chances to contribute in the field were few and far between, but I got 4 at bats. First one I led off the inning, worked my way around the bases and made it home. I have a feeling I made it home the next time at bat as well, but am not sure... there was abundant confusion surrounding my second at bat, so I honestly can't remember.

3rd time at bat is the one I am most proud of. Batters alternate guy/girl down the order. Every time guys get up to bat, outfielders move back and then move in for girls, but every time they move back I think "Why are they moving back for me?". This time I made it worth their while. I contacted the ball so well and was actually caught in the outfield for the first time ever. If the hit had been a little straighter I probably would have been fine, I just happened to pick out a fielder who could catch. But man, I was rapt with the shot.

4th at bat was another clean hit, but I didn't get the elevation I needed and I was caught at short stop. I'm happy with how my batting is coming along.

Post game was fun - we hung out at the ground and then grabbed some dinner.

The plan for the next few days hopefully involves some rest. This week and last weekend have felt particularly tiring for some reason...

Finally, I just wanted to add, that Homer was perhaps right. I refer to this:

Lisa: Do you have any fruit?

Homer: This has purple in it. Purple's a fruit.

I saw this ad in a local supermarket catalogue, and instantly though "purple's a fruit".