Tony Brunetti
Dom Scarnecchia
Jason Hehr
Alyssa Moody and Tori Salata
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
friday night lights
The day after Thanksgiving my dad and uncle and I went to see Mooney play in the state playoffs, and it was great to see so many of the students that I taught in September. Good luck to the Cardinals in the state final on Friday!
Tony Brunetti
Dom Scarnecchia
Jason Hehr
Alyssa Moody and Tori Salata
Tony Brunetti
Dom Scarnecchia
Jason Hehr
Alyssa Moody and Tori Salata
birthdays
fiThis Thanksgiving we also celebrated my cousin Ana's 1st birthday!
My cousin Bobby's son Matthew got a preview for his big day just around the corner...
Ray Ray and Andrea are best buddies!
My cousin Bobby's son Matthew got a preview for his big day just around the corner...
Ray Ray and Andrea are best buddies!
Sunday, November 19, 2006
brady and ben
After missing out all season, I finally got to watch the players walk from the Basilica to the stadium.
Ben Hunter made it back for the game... great to see you Ben!
Ben Hunter made it back for the game... great to see you Ben!
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
tradition never graduates
"Tradition Never Graduates"
Here are some quotes I loved from Charlie Weis' press conference today...
Q. Seeing how it is Senior Day, and I know there's a few games left this year, what has Brady meant to this program, the last four years in your mind?
COACH Charlie Weis: I can't imagine any player in this
country being more important to his team than Brady Quinn is to ours. I can't imagine it. Maybe that exists. I just can't imagine it. Therefore, he's meant it to our team, he's meant it to our coaching staff and to our entire university. He'll be dearly missed.
Q. Do you anticipate that he's going to be some degree involved and important to your program years down the road?
COACH Charlie Weis: I could see that he'll always be a significant factor in our program, always.
......
Q. Any general thoughts on the Ohio State/Michigan game?
COACH Charlie Weis: Obviously you have 1 versus 2, the two undefeated teams that have got it rolling. It should be an interesting matchup. We obviously played one of the teams this year and played one of the teams last year and we lost to both of them.
Q. No rooting?
COACH Charlie Weis: I root for Notre Dame. Whatever is best for Notre Dame, that's what I'm rooting for. Tell me what that is and that's what I'm rooting for.
.....
Q. Obviously one of the legacies of the seniors is the experience and mentoring that they provided to the younger players. Given the amount of players you're losing on the offensive side of the ball, can you talk about how they have done as a group preparing younger players for what will happen next year?
COACH Charlie Weis: I was talking to a high school coach out in California this year, and he was ... in the same situation where he had graduated a bunch of players, and the phrase that he came up with which I thought was great which I'm going to copycat and use this year was "tradition never graduates."
I mean, players can graduate,
but tradition doesn't, and I think that's what Notre Dame stands for. So there's going to be a change of personnel every year. There's going to be people going out and there's going to be people coming in. That's just the way it is. But if they are part of a tradition, I think they realize it's just one guy moves out and the next guy moves in, and your job is to win regardless of who wins and who comes in.
Here are some quotes I loved from Charlie Weis' press conference today...
Q. Seeing how it is Senior Day, and I know there's a few games left this year, what has Brady meant to this program, the last four years in your mind?
COACH Charlie Weis: I can't imagine any player in this
country being more important to his team than Brady Quinn is to ours. I can't imagine it. Maybe that exists. I just can't imagine it. Therefore, he's meant it to our team, he's meant it to our coaching staff and to our entire university. He'll be dearly missed.Q. Do you anticipate that he's going to be some degree involved and important to your program years down the road?
COACH Charlie Weis: I could see that he'll always be a significant factor in our program, always.
......
Q. Any general thoughts on the Ohio State/Michigan game?
COACH Charlie Weis: Obviously you have 1 versus 2, the two undefeated teams that have got it rolling. It should be an interesting matchup. We obviously played one of the teams this year and played one of the teams last year and we lost to both of them.
Q. No rooting?
COACH Charlie Weis: I root for Notre Dame. Whatever is best for Notre Dame, that's what I'm rooting for. Tell me what that is and that's what I'm rooting for.
.....
Q. Obviously one of the legacies of the seniors is the experience and mentoring that they provided to the younger players. Given the amount of players you're losing on the offensive side of the ball, can you talk about how they have done as a group preparing younger players for what will happen next year?
COACH Charlie Weis: I was talking to a high school coach out in California this year, and he was ... in the same situation where he had graduated a bunch of players, and the phrase that he came up with which I thought was great which I'm going to copycat and use this year was "tradition never graduates."
I mean, players can graduate,
but tradition doesn't, and I think that's what Notre Dame stands for. So there's going to be a change of personnel every year. There's going to be people going out and there's going to be people coming in. That's just the way it is. But if they are part of a tradition, I think they realize it's just one guy moves out and the next guy moves in, and your job is to win regardless of who wins and who comes in.
colorado springs
I just got this picutre from my roommate Amy, who went to the Air Force game with her boyfriend Brian last weeked. It's too good not to share -- thanks Amy!
Sunday, November 12, 2006
One good thing about the ND game not being on cable is that we got to watch it at a place packed with fans. We shared our table with Kathy and Cathy, who are HUGE fans! It was great to meet you both!
I also saw Kara too. See you next weekend at CJ's Kara!!
Jeff called around midnight last night to let me know that Kansas State had upset Texas. Things are looking better and better for the Irish, and it will be interesting to see what happens next weekend when tOSU plays Michigan. I think I want Michigan to win* (sorry Christy), although I can't really imagine rooting for either team.
One last thing for today-- when I was in Chicago with Ryan on his birthday he added this line at the end of his prayer before we ate: "And it's not too early to start adding prayers for the USC game, so God, let the Irish win." (*Note, this was on November 7th, and the game is on the 25th.) I love it!!
I also saw Kara too. See you next weekend at CJ's Kara!!
Jeff called around midnight last night to let me know that Kansas State had upset Texas. Things are looking better and better for the Irish, and it will be interesting to see what happens next weekend when tOSU plays Michigan. I think I want Michigan to win* (sorry Christy), although I can't really imagine rooting for either team.
One last thing for today-- when I was in Chicago with Ryan on his birthday he added this line at the end of his prayer before we ate: "And it's not too early to start adding prayers for the USC game, so God, let the Irish win." (*Note, this was on November 7th, and the game is on the 25th.) I love it!!
Saturday, November 11, 2006
Happy 23rd Birthday to my awesome sister Christy! I love you!
Also, a big thanks to Prof. Jim Davis for the 8 tickets to the ND basketball home opener last night. We had a great time!
The funniest picture of the night was definietly this one.
I'm not sure if it was a leftover Halloween costume or what, but this ND student came dressed as a box of wine. Hmmm...
Alli and Beth... two of the biggest ND fans I know!!
Also, a big thanks to Prof. Jim Davis for the 8 tickets to the ND basketball home opener last night. We had a great time!
The funniest picture of the night was definietly this one.
I'm not sure if it was a leftover Halloween costume or what, but this ND student came dressed as a box of wine. Hmmm...
Alli and Beth... two of the biggest ND fans I know!!
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
I have to start out today's post with a "Happy Birthday" to my favorite younger brother Ryan.
Ryan's the best-- my favorite story is when he went
to a bar to watch the UCLA game. Sounds normal right? Well, he was on a silent retreat, and snuck out to watch the game. He said he didn't talk, though, so it sounds like a legit deal to me. Besides, retreat or not, the last two minutes of that game brought us all closer to God anyway!
You're the best Ryan! See you tonight in Chicago!
Okay, so after such a fun time last week, Beth and I went back to JT's for the coach's show last night. We got to chat a bit with Rhema McKnight, and both agreed that he is one of the sweetest people that we've ever met.
We told him how exciting he is to watch, and how much we love when he and Samardjiza
jump in the air after a catch. He said that he doesn't always wan't to do it because sometimes he's tired :-)
Good luck with the rest of your season Rhema!!
Ryan's the best-- my favorite story is when he went
to a bar to watch the UCLA game. Sounds normal right? Well, he was on a silent retreat, and snuck out to watch the game. He said he didn't talk, though, so it sounds like a legit deal to me. Besides, retreat or not, the last two minutes of that game brought us all closer to God anyway!You're the best Ryan! See you tonight in Chicago!
Okay, so after such a fun time last week, Beth and I went back to JT's for the coach's show last night. We got to chat a bit with Rhema McKnight, and both agreed that he is one of the sweetest people that we've ever met.
We told him how exciting he is to watch, and how much we love when he and Samardjiza jump in the air after a catch. He said that he doesn't always wan't to do it because sometimes he's tired :-)
Good luck with the rest of your season Rhema!!
Sunday, November 05, 2006
Highlight photos from the weekend...
An adorable high school student shows off his leprechaun suit made by his mom. (Check out the lights on the camper-- quite a creative use of the stadium cups!!)
Even the dogs in South Bend are rooting for the Irish...
A UT fan enjoying his first time at ND
I ran into Andrew Hennessy on the way to the stadium. Great to see you, Andrew!
Beth and I at the game... a huge thank you to Fr. Scully for the tickets!
After the game Amy and I joined Chuck and Beth for dinner. We got to know ten truly fabulous people who confirmed for me that the Notre Dame family is real. It was such an honor to spend the evening with this amazing group of people, and I will never forget you. Thank you so much to Patrick for sharing your story of faith, hope and a miracle of intercession from Our Lady. I hope I'll get to see you all again soon!
And last but not least, kudos to Beth for spotting this man at Chipotle tonight. In case you can't read the shirt it says, "My blessed trinity: Charlie, Brady and Zibby." Perfect blog material! Keep 'em coming!
An adorable high school student shows off his leprechaun suit made by his mom. (Check out the lights on the camper-- quite a creative use of the stadium cups!!)
Even the dogs in South Bend are rooting for the Irish...
A UT fan enjoying his first time at ND
I ran into Andrew Hennessy on the way to the stadium. Great to see you, Andrew!
Beth and I at the game... a huge thank you to Fr. Scully for the tickets!
After the game Amy and I joined Chuck and Beth for dinner. We got to know ten truly fabulous people who confirmed for me that the Notre Dame family is real. It was such an honor to spend the evening with this amazing group of people, and I will never forget you. Thank you so much to Patrick for sharing your story of faith, hope and a miracle of intercession from Our Lady. I hope I'll get to see you all again soon!
And last but not least, kudos to Beth for spotting this man at Chipotle tonight. In case you can't read the shirt it says, "My blessed trinity: Charlie, Brady and Zibby." Perfect blog material! Keep 'em coming!
Saturday, November 04, 2006
Thursday, November 02, 2006
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
***Guest Blog from Beth ***
I knew I coulnd't do the "meeting Brady Quinn" story justice by myself, so I asked Beth to tell the story from her perspective...
"The greatest day ever" (all times are approximate)
6:53 Nicole and I are driving to "BASS New Members Night" at Corby's and we are listening to the radio.
7:00 At the corner of Ironwood and 23 the U93 Coach's show comes on. Nicole asks "what is this?" I explain that every week at JT's Charlie and a couple of players do interviews. Nicole asks who is there, and like magic we hear "Heisman hopeful Brady Quinn has entered the building" Nicole freaks out a little bit... "Can we go? Where is this place? Do you care? Can we go?!" I tell Nicole "Sure we can go if you want just tell me if you want to go." We debate for a couple more minutes and turn around at Linebacker.
7:05 Nicole also asks if we can run home real quick and get the camera and her jersey. I am getting worried...
7:20 With Jersey, camera and marker in hand we arrive at JTs.
7:22 We get inside. There are a few people there but most are not even paying attention to what is going on. There are no tables left so we sit at the bar.
7:23 Scary drunk guy talks to me (Nicole is focused on the show)
7:40 Nicole goes to inquire about autograph line, scary drunk guy grabs my belt
7:42 Scary drunk guy hugs me and Nicole says "Boy you make friends easily"
7:45 Show is over time to get autographs....
7:46 We walk right past the other ND players (who are they?!) and let the small child ahead of us in line. Everybody else, get behind us :)
7:48 Nicole makes a friend in line, and we practice taking pictures with her camera. Instructions are very specific.
7:50 Our turn with Brady here is how it goes....
Nicole: Hi Brady (hand extended) I'm Nicole, would you mind signing my jersey?
Brady: Sure
Nicole: I have really been studying football this year, blah blah blah slant pass to Carlson teach my friends blah blah
Brady: Oh really? (thinking she means well)
Nicole: Would you mind if we take a quick picture?
Brady: Real quick
Cue camera buddy. We take picture and are gone after we both shake his hand again... We walk away calmly and Nicole refrains from screaming until we get into the car, overall very well done :) and the rest is history!
I never would have had the guts to do it myself, Thanks Nicole love ya!!
I knew I coulnd't do the "meeting Brady Quinn" story justice by myself, so I asked Beth to tell the story from her perspective...
"The greatest day ever" (all times are approximate)
6:53 Nicole and I are driving to "BASS New Members Night" at Corby's and we are listening to the radio.
7:00 At the corner of Ironwood and 23 the U93 Coach's show comes on. Nicole asks "what is this?" I explain that every week at JT's Charlie and a couple of players do interviews. Nicole asks who is there, and like magic we hear "Heisman hopeful Brady Quinn has entered the building" Nicole freaks out a little bit... "Can we go? Where is this place? Do you care? Can we go?!" I tell Nicole "Sure we can go if you want just tell me if you want to go." We debate for a couple more minutes and turn around at Linebacker.
7:05 Nicole also asks if we can run home real quick and get the camera and her jersey. I am getting worried...
7:20 With Jersey, camera and marker in hand we arrive at JTs.
7:22 We get inside. There are a few people there but most are not even paying attention to what is going on. There are no tables left so we sit at the bar.
7:23 Scary drunk guy talks to me (Nicole is focused on the show)
7:40 Nicole goes to inquire about autograph line, scary drunk guy grabs my belt
7:42 Scary drunk guy hugs me and Nicole says "Boy you make friends easily"
7:45 Show is over time to get autographs....
7:46 We walk right past the other ND players (who are they?!) and let the small child ahead of us in line. Everybody else, get behind us :)
7:48 Nicole makes a friend in line, and we practice taking pictures with her camera. Instructions are very specific.
7:50 Our turn with Brady here is how it goes....
Nicole: Hi Brady (hand extended) I'm Nicole, would you mind signing my jersey?
Brady: Sure
Nicole: I have really been studying football this year, blah blah blah slant pass to Carlson teach my friends blah blah
Brady: Oh really? (thinking she means well)
Nicole: Would you mind if we take a quick picture?
Brady: Real quick
Cue camera buddy. We take picture and are gone after we both shake his hand again... We walk away calmly and Nicole refrains from screaming until we get into the car, overall very well done :) and the rest is history!
I never would have had the guts to do it myself, Thanks Nicole love ya!!
Monday, October 30, 2006
"Proverbs 3:5-6"
My friend Beth and I went to the weekly ND football show tonight, which featured O-linemen Ryan Harris & Dan Santucci, and QB Brady Quinn.
We got to meet Brady afterwards, and he was really nice. (I think I embarrassed myself a little though by trying to talk about some of my new football knowledge. I said something about how I like when he picks up the blitz and audibles for a slant route to John Carlson across the middle, to which I'm pretty sure he said, "Oh really?") Beth said he was probably amused, but I'm not so sure! Anyway, he was sweet enough to take this picuture with us and also to sign my jersey, and I was thrilled.
I especially loved how he signed the jersey. I had heard that he has a strong faith, and the Bible verse he wrote has always been one of my favorites...
Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will direct your paths."
A huge thanks to Beth for telling me about the show, and to Brady for being so nice to us. You both made my day!!
My friend Beth and I went to the weekly ND football show tonight, which featured O-linemen Ryan Harris & Dan Santucci, and QB Brady Quinn.
We got to meet Brady afterwards, and he was really nice. (I think I embarrassed myself a little though by trying to talk about some of my new football knowledge. I said something about how I like when he picks up the blitz and audibles for a slant route to John Carlson across the middle, to which I'm pretty sure he said, "Oh really?") Beth said he was probably amused, but I'm not so sure! Anyway, he was sweet enough to take this picuture with us and also to sign my jersey, and I was thrilled.
I especially loved how he signed the jersey. I had heard that he has a strong faith, and the Bible verse he wrote has always been one of my favorites...
Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will direct your paths."
A huge thanks to Beth for telling me about the show, and to Brady for being so nice to us. You both made my day!!
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