"Spring Training"

Yes, those SF Giants are ready for Opening Day! We made the trip out to hot Arizona to watch our beloved Giants prepare for the baseball season. Our family loves Spring Training, but not only for the baseball. We love relaxing and soaking up the sun at the pool. The kids would spend all day swimming if you let them. Another spot we like to frequent is a restaurant called "Don & Charlie's", the place is filled with wall to wall sports memorabilia. My boys could spend all night looking at all the signed balls, bats and jerseys. But, they are most famous for their Bar-B-Q Ribs. And they did not disappoint. We also made a trip to my favorite Sprinkles. We had our fill of cupcakes right before we hit the game. We were also very lucky to have Grandpa Hazen join us on the trip. It is because of him that Rob and now R.J. love baseball so much. When Rob was young he made the Spring Training Trip with his family and of course we have to carry on that family tradition! The Clifford's also made the trip, but they are Padre Fans (BOO!) We had a great family rivalry going. The kid's favorite part of the game is being able to see the Players up close and personal. They were even able to get a few of their balls signed! Now that we got a little taste of baseball, we can't wait for the season to begin!