Game 4: And Biingo was his Name-O

May 5 was a date that was circled on our calendar when the York Revolution released their promo schedule.  Biingo at the ballpark.  We are big fans of The Biggest Loser and this season they had kids on for the first time.  We love to see the hard work people put in to get healthy and we're big fans of the 3 trainers. Like a lot of people, this season, our family fell in love with Biingo.  We have a lot in common including our love for baseball. 

Biingo on The Biggest Loser

Biingo was at York to talk to kids about living a healthy lifestyle and making good choices with food and exercise.  Our local tv station also had a contest for "Biingo's Buddies" which would allow you down on the field to play with Biingo before the game.  Even though we didn't get to do that, we wanted the chance to meet him. 

Biingo throwing out the first pitch

Our friends Isaac and Abe went with us and we got to play a little catch on the field before the game.  We didn't try for any autographs from the Ducks or Revolution because we wanted to try to meet Biingo.  We got that chance before the game and got our picture with him and talked to him for a couple of minutes.  He was really nice to talk to and signed a ball and program for us.  Thanks Biingo!  For those fans of the show, Biingo has lost weight since the finale and looks great!!! 

Blake and Isaac with Biingo

Gavin and Abe with Biingo

Biingo signed baseball



Biingo signed program

Today's Autographs:  2
2013 Autographs: 63
2013 My donation: $3.15

Game 3: Long Island Ducks @ Lancaster Barnstormers

Last week we were getting our first chance to see the Long Island Ducks since last seasons heart breaking season finale.  The Ducks made lots of big splashes in the off season by signing MLB veterans like Vladamir Guerrero, Dontrelle Willis, Ian Snell, and Ramon Castro.  We were able to get some Ducks autographs, but only Ramon Castro of the 4 listed.  He was nice and signed 2 cards each for us.  With it being a school night, we didn't stay until the end to try to get the others.  Hopefully next time we see them, Vlad will be with the team.  We did go get some more Barnstormer cards signed and did pretty well with them.  The Barnstormers won the game and are off to a great start this season!

Former Cub Joe Mather

Today's Autographs:  24
2013 Autographs: 61
2013 My donation: $3.05

Happy 8th Birthday Gavin!

Happy Birthday to my little brother and big helper Gavin!  Thanks for being a great brother and all the help with the autographs!

Game 2: Camden Riversharks @ Lancaster Barnstormers

While I was in NY for the day, Gavin went to the Barnstormers game and got there early for his first kid report for the season.  His questions were, "What is your favorite hamburger topping?", and "What is your favorite baseball movie?"  We can't wait to see the videos. 

Gavin interviewing Ross Peeples

Gavin did go down to get a few autographs of the Riversharks but he only had 1 card with him.  He got Johnny Drennen to sign his card from the Akron Aeros and he said it was the first time he ever signed in brown sharpie.  :)  He also talked to Juan Martinez whose brother Octavio used to play for the Barnstormers and is now the bullpen catcher for the Washington Nationals. 

Gavin with Juan Martinez

My Uncle John was in from Iowa and got to go to his first Barnstormer game.  It was a chilly night but everyone had a great time...and the Barnstormers won!

Today's Autographs:  3
2013 Autographs: 37
2013 My donation: $1.85

Guy Fieri in NYC

Saturday I went to NYC with my grandma on a bus trip.  While I had not planned on getting any autographs, you never know what will happen in NYC!  We got to see lots of cool sights and do some shopping.  Some of my favorite shows are Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, and Rachael vs Guy Celebrity Cook Off so we had to check out Guy's American Kitchen and Bar for lunch.  We shared a couple of appetizers and I had the Bacon & Chicken Mac & Cheese!  It was awesome! 

We found out our waitress has an uncle that has alopecia and we were also introduced to Ivan who is a manager there.  He showed me around, let me pick out a hat, and also gave me a signed picture from Guy Fieri!  We did lots of walking, saw lots of NYC, and even came home with an autograph.  It would be fun to go sometime when Guy will be there but I'm sure it is always packed for that!  Until then, we'll continue to watch Food Network for some great cooking shows! Thank you to the staff at Guy's Kitchen for helping make my bus trip more memorable.   

Today's Autographs:  1
2013 Autographs: 34
2013 My donation: $1.70

Nashville Predators

Last week my Uncle Rick and Aunt Ginger went to see their kids in Nashville.  While they were there they got to go to a Nashville Predators game.  My cousins, Garrett and Brooke, get to go down and see some players in a private room after the games.  They even got to meet Carrie Underwood after a game earlier in the season!  Uncle Rick brought back their ticket stubbs autographed by Jonathan Blum and Head Coach Barry Trotz.   Thanks Uncle Rick, Aunt Ginger, Garrett, and Brooke!

Brooke, Aunt Ginger, Uncle Rick, Garrett

Garrett, Rick, and Brooke with GNASH

Today's Autographs:  2
2013 Autographs: 33
2013 My donation: $1.65

Lancaster Barnstormers Fan Fest

Last Saturday was the annual Lancaster Barnstormers fan fest as they get ready today to open up the 2013 season.  We got there early for the team autograph session and got to watch a little bit of the spring training game against the Camden Riversharks.  We got quite a few Barnstormers autographs but have many more cards to get signed this season.  It was great to be back at the ball park, see some familiar faces back with the team, and meet some new ones!  It's going to be a fun season!

Blake going through the autograph line

Today's Autographs:  21
2013 Autographs: 31
2013 My donation: $1.55