Just checking in!!

Good morning - I just had to say Hi to everyone and see who is out there on the blog?  It has been way to quiet!  Patti posted a couple pictures of our trip to Lambeau Field and I'm not sure if anyone even saw them?  We had a great time, yes the Bronco's lost but we were pretty sure that would happen when we bought the tickets!  Last minute road trips can be alot of fun and we can always say we were there!

Halloween is only a few days away and I know that all of you will be taking lots of pictures so I am hoping that someone will see this and post some pictures for all of us to see!  I can't wait to see what all the kids look like all dressed up!  Everyone have fun and be safe!  I'll be watching for all the cute ghost and goblin pictures.

Love to all
Jake

ROAD TRIP!

Jake and Scott came to visit and spend a weekend at the cabin.  Look where we ended up!

ADDRESS UPDATES!

Hey Everyone,

Steph and I are just working on putting together out guest lists for the wedding and were looking for a little help. We would greatly appreciate it if one person from each family (possibly the Aunts) could e-mail me everyones updated addresses at landon.smith@ndsu.edu. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Thanks again for the help,

Landon

End of Summer Update

While we were printing photos for my mom to take to South Dakota, we were reminded that everyone still needs to upload their photos to http://www.yogile.com/moreyfamily. We'll be using them to create a special book - so do try to upload your photos soon!!!

Also, Cody, Christy, Matthew, Katie, Terry, and Audrey did make a visit to the cabin this year. As you can see below, everyone had a wonderful time. And yes my parents need to be grandparents. But I think I can speak for my siblings in saying we are all grateful they get to share everyone else's grandkids for the time being:) Christy and Audrey - We'll be sending you guys a CD with the rest of the pictures - don't worry!

And finally, some final pictures of the stars of the show I did this summer. As the Moreys and Fishers know, they were a handful and managed to make my coworkers and me look like fools on a daily basis. But they did provide entertainment regardless of the destruction, so I'll call it a success.

Chasing after & freeing the ducks happened regularly

Towels were pretty much the only thing that kept her occupied and away from destroying our props during the show.

Pretty typical - why not scratch your butt while hundreds of people watched?

It was way easier to get them to paint than to get them to walk some-what decently in public (our only definition of decent was to not plow over visitors. Somewhat decent was to at least stop right before following through with the act of doing so. No they never managed to plow into anyone but yes they managed to make kids cry who feared they would.)

Hopefully everyone had a great summer & good luck to everyone who has headed back to school!

Don't forget to post pictures from the reunion & an update on here would be nice too:)

CASSIE AND NICK, WE ARE ALL WAITING TO HEAR HOW YOU ARE DOING?

YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS UP!

I thought you might enjoy this, especially Matthew who is Nelli's best friend.  Last night, we had another (of many) storms.  Nelli headed for the basement, and when Anna went to look for her, found her sitting in the basement shower.  As the evening and storm progressed, she collected her favorite toys and a couple of Zoey's and moved them to safety.

Wedding Date has Changed!!!!!

Hello everyone,

Just letting everyone know that Landon and Steph's wedding date has been changed to May 12. 

Can't wait for the whole gang to get together again:)

Hope all is well with everyone -- post picture updates -- would love to hear from everyone!

Love,
Laura

Independence Day Update

I hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July! 

We had a good 4th of July with everyone being able to make it up to the cabin for some portion of it. The weekend started off pretty eventful though with a huge storm on Friday night. John had headed home to work that evening and ended up driving through majority of it. Luckily he made it through & was able to call and warn Joe & I to get everything secure and head for shelter. Shortly after his call and a phone call from my mom with the same warning, storm clouds began rolling in fast. By the time we got the boats on the lifts and the water sport gear inside the blue sky had turned a dark shade of green. Within minutes of getting up to the cabin the power went out & strong winds started (they were strong enough to nearly knock Joe off his feet while trying to make it back to the guest cabin where his friend was) so we headed for the basement where we hung out from 7:30 until about 10:30 when the second wave of the storm blew over. The next day on our way home we saw the damage - several tornadoes had came through the area, with a few small ones in areas around the cabin. Fortunate for us, our cabin & property escaped without any damage and were one of the first areas to regain power mid-morning on Saturday.

Great Pictures

Well as soon as I can get Kelli to help me I will add my pictures - but I think Kyle, Caden and Jordan win for the best wrestling tag team - Peyton didn't have a chance!  Also I think we have found the next NFL rookie quarterback - Kelli shows real potential! (#8555 & 8557).  I will keep checking for everyone else's photos!

Love to all   Jake

Family Reunion Photos

Please click on photo to enlarge it.

I started uploading photos onto this site: http://www.yogile.com/moreyfamily.  I am going to change the account tonight so that we will be able to upload as many photos as we'd like.  Everyone can upload their photos directly to this album without making an account (if when uploading it asks you to do so, just look for the "not now" or "ignore" option to skip the registering process and continue uploading). The album may be at full capacity right now, so you should wait until tonight to try to upload your photos.

Tentative Schedule for the Reunion

My mom has asked me to put up a little info on here regarding the reunion.  Some of this may change, but here is what is planned so far:

Quick Update from Colorado

Hey Everyone - I decided I needed to post some new pictures.  Everyone here in Colorado is doing well and keeping very busy between work and fun.  My mom seems to like her new job, but I don't think she enjoys the commute.  :(

JJ and I have both been very busy between work and the house.  The good news is that we are in the final stages - we are all very excited that we will be living there in a couple of months and finally able to enjoy all of Scott's hard work. :)  We all know that Kynnedi and the dogs are going to absolutely love not living in the apartment anymore - woohoo!

We have all been enjoying summer so far.  We went camping and fishing on Memorial Weekend and we are heading to Wyoming this coming weekend for a weekend of camping and boating.

Summer Time: Let the Good Times Roll!

Hi Everyone,
    Just a few pictures of what summer has been so far. We're looking forward to seeing everyone in a couple weeks. Stay healthy and happy and travel safe. See you all soon.

Golf Anyone?

Just checking to see who would all be interested in playing some golf on the Friday of the reunion.  Nick asked about going out to Bully Pullpit in Medora but it is flooded and doesnt look good for being open.  Therefore, we are currently planning on playing here in Dickinson at Heart River.  If anyone is interested in joining us just post on here or text me so i know how many tee times to get.  Also let me know what time works best for everyone.

Todd

Hotel Rooms for the Reunion

If anyone is still in need of a room for the reunion in a few weeks, you must do so by tonight.  The hotel has asked that we reserve what we need so they can open the rest up.  There are still 3 rooms reserved under our block so if you need one make sure you call tonight.  They are reserved at the Quality Inn and the phone number is 701-225-9510.  Can't wait to see everyone in 24 days!!!!

Kathy

From Bob R.

Enjoy!

For more photos, you know what to click:

Update from Howard

I talked to both Joyce Johnston and Bob Remacle this evening.  Lucile is not doing very well.  She is now in the Nursing Home in Howard.  She is paralyzed on her left side, has very little vision, and is on a feeding tube.  Joyce said at times she is responsive to the conversation and still shows some humor.  The doctors say it is hard to know what the future will bring.  Bob says Mary is doing fine.  He took her up to see Lucile this week, and one of the first things Mary said to Lucile was that her hair was finally its natural color,  Lucile replied yes, Grey!  I told Joyce to tell Lucile we are all thinking of her.  Keep her in your prayers.

Patti

Tornado Missed Us

Just wanted everyone to know that the tornado was not in our area.  Anna was working at the Zoo, She spent an hour in the basement with a birthday party group.  They had to get everyone in the Zoo to shelter.  I have to admit that I hadn't even heard it hit until Anna came home.  I was amazed, when I finally watched the late news and saw the distruction.

Patti

From Minnesota

Jake is right, the blog has been too quiet, and we all know I'm usually not the quiet type.  As the rest of you, we have all been busy here.  With the cold (yet to come) Spring, we are behind in getting the cabin ready for the season.  The new pontoon is in the water, "Mom's Dinghy" is parked waiting to be cleaned and launched, and the Ski boat needs to be picked up from storage.

Way Too Quiet!

Hello to everyone!  I know everyone is busy, and I am just as guilty, but it has been way too quiet on this blog - is anyone out there!!  If it wasn't for Kevin keeping us informed on the Moberg family, we wouldn't know anything!

Save the Date

Hello everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that Landon and Steph have set the date ---  August 4.

Love,
Laura

Just an update

Hello everyone,

First of all I want to tell Susan and Abigail that you are in our thoughts and prayers.  Braxton also suffers from migrane headaches.

Second, I mentioned that I would let everyone know when Landon got engaged --- well it FINALLY happened over Easter:)  They have not set a date but are thinking it will be late next summer.  So keep your calendars open as it will be fun to have a reason to get together again next summer! 

We are excited to see everyone in June.

Love to all,
Laura

Abigail Update

Abigail is fine tonight, but she had another "incident" at school today. I won't go into all the details; however,  it was very similar to what happened last time, and we ended up in the ER again. The neurologist warned us that it was likely to happen again, so it wasn't a shock...just a disappointment, since we were really hoping and praying that it was a one-time situation.

Happy Easter!!

Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Easter!!  June is coming quickly and I know I am exicited to see everyone! 

Now with Easter and all the pictures everyone will be taking hopefully we will see lots of them out here on the blog! 

Love to all and see you soon!
Jake

Marly Sue Bourdon

Hello family! 
Finally getting around to posting some pictures.  Marly Sue was born Sunday, Apr. 3rd.  She weighed in at a whopping 9 lbs. 9 oz. and measured 20 3/4".  Still not sure how she got so darn big.  I'm  just happy she's here and I'm not pregnant anymore!

CONGRATULATIONS TINA!

1 Tina's Titan Team 0 (Notre Dame) 98

CHAMPIONSHIP GAME!

Rank Bracket Finals Points Possible Pts         Final score

1 Tina's Titan Team Notre Dame 98 98             65-81

Aunt Patti turned 60!

Our biggest update since our last one is that Patti turned 60. We celebrated her birthday with a limo ride around the Minneapolis lakes followed by dinner at a restaurant that has bowling and bocce ball - it was a great time!

STANDINGS BEFORE TODAY'S HEARTBREAKS!

Rank Bracket 1 2 3 4 Finals Points Possible Pts

1 Tina's Titan Team 21 27 30 10 Notre Dame 88 113

DOWN TO EIGHT

Rank Bracket      1 2 3         Finals    Points  Possible Pts

1 Tina's Titan Team 21 27 30 Notre Dame 78 123
1 Pattieyesabuck 27 33 18 Ohio St. 78 103

Gustafson Family Update

Brief update for the Moberg branch of the Gustafson family -- you can read about all of our adventures (and most of our meals!) in detail -- with pictures -- on Kevin's blog. I'll just say, "We're busy" and that about takes care of things.

Sharing a cute story!

Saturday night, Frank and I watched the Wisconsin Game in a bar with some Wisconsinites.  As you know, it was a close, exciting, game.  Towards the end of the game one guy looked at us and said, "This is the beauty of living in Minnesota.  You never have to experience this kind of stress"!.

RECAP OF FIRST TWO ROUNDS

Rank Bracket Round 1 Round 2 Pick to win Points Possible Pts
1 Pattieyesabuck 27 33 Ohio St. 60 193

QUICK OBSERVATION

It's about 4:30
Frank and Pat are at the lake
60% weather
Pat's leading the Pool!
We are about to enjoy our first cocktail of the season on the balcony. (Frank asked Pat to tell him how to make such intellegent picks)

STANDINGS AFTER DAY ONE

1 Tatum's Pool of Drool * 15 - - - - Kansas 15 215

Story for Todd

I thought of you when I read this letter to the editor in the Mpls Tribune.

A high school basketball ref wrote that, at a game the past weekend, a fan was getting loud and obnoxious.  He went over and told the fan that if he wanted to be loud, do it to cheer on his team and to get off the ref's back.  After the game, one of the coaches came up to him and thanked him for finally getting the school superintendent to shut up.

Patti

Update from Denver

Hey all,

Since it was my mom's idea that we all get better about posting on the blog, I decided that I had better find a couple of minutes to post some pictures since she gave you all an update.

Picks Due THURSDAY!!!

Just to let everyone know, you have until THURSDAY at 10:00 A.M. MST to get your picks in.

NCAA Pool is Set Up

Okay, everyone, the pool is set up through Yahoo.com again.  Those who were in last year should have gotten an email and a link to follow to get to it.  Those who were not in last year must have or create a Yahoo! account and then to Yahoo! sports and find the NCAA bracket pool link.  When you get there, choose to join a private pool, and this is the info you will need:

Just an Update

Hi to Everyone!  Since I was the one with the brilliant idea of each family posting so we could bring this blog back to life, I decided I'd better get with it!

IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN: MOREY MARCH MADNESS

This is just a heads-up:  The tournament will begin next week.

Smith News.....

Well I have to agree with Uncle Terry and Laura, we are ready for winter to be over.  Even though that will mean the annual Spring Flooding we get to deal with in Fargo, I think we are ready for it.

Since Laura brought everyone up to speed on what has been going on, I thought I would add a few more pictures of Rhett:

Smith Update

Hello Everyone,

First of all, I agree with uncle Terry -- I am damm tired of winter too!!!! 

It is naptime at my house, and all three--or I should say four (Dad)--are down for a nap, so I am going to make this short and sweet.  I figured the pictures are the most important part anyway -- most of them are from Christmas.

No News---Just an Update

Hi Everyone!
            Jake you wanted a update so heres your update, I'm Damn Tired of Winter!!!!!
First of all I want to tell Abigail that we hope everything is going OK. We have been praying that it was just a one time thing and everything will be fine. You have such a strong family supporting you that we're sure all will turn out well.
            I don't know how much you all get to hear about the kids so I'll give you a short update:

REUNION NEWS FLASH!

Here is the latest update:

Abigail and the Neurologist

Kevin and I took Abigail to Bismarck today to see Dr. Siriwan, the pediatric neurologist – roads were perfect, sun was shining, Abigail was singing and talking to herself. In some people that’s a sign of senility…in Abigail, it is a sign of “normal.” :-) We got to the clinic exactly when we were supposed to, got checked in and filled out all of the paperwork, and got called back to an exam room at the exact time of our scheduled appointment. I appreciate punctuality in doctors!

Dr. Siriwan was nice. Here's one thing we now know:

Update from Minnesota

Winter seems to be lasting forever here in Minnesota. Today we actually got snow for the first time in several weeks, which is good as it means it is warm enough to snow, but bad in that we are still trying to remove the snow from the earlier snowfalls.

Abigail Update

Hello, everyone! For those of you who haven't had a chance to read Kevin's blog, you'll want to go here first.

Calling all family members!

I have an idea - I think everyone will agree that the blog has become way to quiet!  I am calling on all family members to humor me and agree that someone from each family, once a week, will post something on the blog.  So that means once every six weeks your family will have a turn.  It can be anything but of course I love to see pictures and maybe, before our turn, I will even learn how to post them!  Since Todd just posted the other day we will start with the Fishers - so next will be the Dutke's, then Morey's, Smith's, Koppinger's and then Gustafson's.  I know there is lots of things happening and lots of pictures taken that we can share!

Since Patti started the idea of trivia I have a question - When did Grandma get Boomer?   Just trying to see who has the best memory!

Love to all
Jake

A Few Pics

Hey everyone, I've been meaning to post pictures for awhile now but keep forgeting.  There are a lot more but this is what i had on my phone so I thought I would put them on for now.  Tatum is growing fast and is measuring at or off of most of the charts.  It's hard to believe 5 months has passed already, but its also hard to believe Trae is 3.5 already too.  Trae is enjoying being a big brother and is anxiously awaiting when Tatum can play with him.  We are looking forward to the snow melting and then the reunion to see you all.  We hope you have a great rest of the week and stay warm!!!

                                                                                         - Todd

THE WEEKEND OF JUNE 25 FOR THE FAMILY REUNION

GOING ONCE
GOING TWICE
GOING THREE TIMES
UNLESS SOMEONE COMES IN WITH A MAJOR CHANGE, I BELIEVE THIS WILL BE THE DATE.

Family Reunion

We are getting close to narrowing down a weekend for the family reunion!  So far it seems the majority are in favor of either the weekend of June 11th or June 25th. Any final thoughts/preferences? Post a comment and let us know.

Also, we've been brainstorming potential activities and one idea that came up was a trivia type game.

To get started:

Not Santa But a Bird Came Down Our Chimney!

Lucky for us, we have two well trained hunting dogs and a brave Anna.

Minnesota Snow Fall!

I'm sure you have all seen pictures or heard about the Metrodome.  Thought I'd send some pictures of what our place looks like.  John and Mary both slept over here.  They didn't want to deal with the city side streets.

As you can see, Nelli is the only one enjoying this.

 

Date for Family Reunion

I am hearing that everyone is in favor of a family reunion.  With every one's summers being busy, and reserving hotel rooms is an immediate concern, We have to choose a date now.  June is the month that seems to be the most popular for this event.  Cassie has to travel the farthest, Lisa and Susan Lynn face the most kids activities, most everyone has job schedules, the cousin generation face friends wedding schedules, who knows when the Norwegians may send Kevin on a mission?, Landon may still be playing football, and we all know Kathy likes to plan ahead.

Our goal will be to get as many as possible to attend, but we know there will always be conflicts with schedules.

Each of the 6 branches of the family decide on your favorite weekend.  Find a member of the family who knows how to respond to this post, and enter your date by December 12th.

Please work with me here!

Holidays and Observances: 19: Father's Day

LET'S HELP KEVIN FILL IN THE GAPS!

I checked names but I don't know dates, so I'm asking that anyone who can help, please do so by making a comment to this post.  (I am not responsible for mis-spellings)

The family list is missing:
Craig  BD
Tori  BD
Mary S  BD
Dale S BD
Mary & Dale Aniv.
Lisa  BD
Regan BD
Lisa & Regan Aniv.
Peyton BD
Braxton BD
Kyle BD
Laura BD
Brian H  BD
Laura & Brian  Aniv.
Kaden  BD
Addison BD
Landon BD

Kevin: The dates for Patti's family are correct.  Thanks for providing this list for all of us.

Patti

Rhett Joseph

Hello everyone,

I wanted to share some pictures of the new addition to our family.  We went into the hospital at 1:00 A.M. on Wed. morning, and on Thursday Dec. 2nd at 4:10 P.M. Rhett Joseph was born.  He was 8 lbs. 14 ounces and was 23 inches long.  He's a pretty big boy.  We spent a couple routine days in the hospital and made it home Saturday just in time for him to watch his uncle Landon's football game on TV.  He was pretty proud.  We are now pretty settled in.  Shantelle and Rhett are doing great, Rhett and Chuck are still trying to figure each other out, and I pretty much have just been enjoying it all.

I hope everyone is doing well and hope you enjoy the pictures.

Posted by Lee


An Appeal to the Aunts

Kathy, Mary, Patti, Jake, and Audrey--

Would you mind reviewing the "Birthdays & Anniversaries" list to the right?  I want everybody's relevant dates in the list, but I'm missing some and might have entered others incorrectly.  Please e-mail me with corrections and additions at dates@iMoberg.com.

P.S. I'll accept this info from people who are not one of the Morey aunts, too, by the way!

--posted by Kevin

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM MINNESOTA

We hope everyone has made it to their destinations.  We are having Thanksgiving dinner here with Frank's Mom and sister and plan to head to the Cabin tomorrow.  We haven't been up since the cold weather and snow so have to check and make sure everything is good. 

Love to everyone and hope you have a Happy Day!

Pat & Frank

And More Smith Family News

"Smith Capping His Career in Style" from The Dickinson Press

Good work, Landon!


--Posted by Kevin

Addison Marie

Hello to all-

Just thought we would share a few pictures of our newest family member.  We are all doing well and adjusting to the new chaos at our house!!  The boys are very excited to have a little sister:) When we first came home they wanted to feed her some cookies, when we explained that she only drinks milk, Kaden asked where her sippy cup was so he could get her some:)   After being home awhile, Kaden asked when we get to have a boy baby, we told him he had Jordan, he then ask well when do I get a puppy and kitty then -- oh how the excitement passes quickly;)  We hope everyone is well.

Love to all,
Laura

Just Gotta Spout

I see no one is posting again so i thought I would share a little humor with everyone today.  Here is the story behind the pictures you are about to see.  When Trista was pregnant, there was a contest down at the Rock as to when she would have the baby.  Being she went so far overdue only 2 people were left.  One was a regular at the bar that is a huge Vikings fan.  He ended up winning and said he wanted one of the barmaids to find a Viking outfit and give it to Tatum and then he'd keep the rest.  The only stipulation was that, being I am a huge Jets fan, I had to take a picture of her in the outfit.  Well just so all of you Viking fans know, we Jets fans are way smarter than we look.  As you are about to see, I think i won this one!!!  Oh, and Tatum also had a major blowout in this outfit and ruined it so that was VERY fitting!!

She's Here!!!!

Well, I'm sure some of you have heard the good news, but for those who haven't . . .

F.Y.I.

Just letting everyone know that Trista . . .

Still Waiting!!!

Just thought I would update everyone as to the status of Trista and the baby.

FAMILY REUNION

All it takes is one person to post and more will follow.  Todd, we are all waiting for word from you.

Kelli makes a great point, we need to plan a Family Reunion.  I hope everyone knows that you are welcome at our cabin any time.  As Terry's family visit proved this summer, there are getting to be so many little ones, that the ligistics of everyone at one time, may prove difficult.  Not to say I'm not willing and able to entertain it.

My suggestion:

Still alive....

Hey everyone - First off I must apologize for being absent from the blog posting.  I promise that I frequently had good intentions but time always seemed to get away from me. :)  Also, I find it hard to get anything completed these days as I really enjoy sitting on the coach basking in the glow of my win on the 1st ever Morey Family NCAA bracket.  I have already started to strategize on how to win again next year and where I will spend my winnings.  :)  Speaking of which...Aunt Kathy...did our checks get lost in the mail?

Mystery Golfer

Any guesses on who this golfer might be?

Almost Time for #2

I guess I'll try to crack the ice and get some posts going. It has been a wild summer so far here in Dickinson. I have been working on remodeling the house now for over a month and things are taking shape. I still have some work to do but the hard stuff is mostly done. I will post pictures as they come available. We are also eagerly awaiting the second addition to the family.

Update from Minnesota

The blog has been quiet! Though so has life in the Dutke household. Here is an update on what has been happening.

What's Been Happening?

Well, June has come and gone, and the Morey family blog has been silent for a month! Surely exciting things have been happening with all y'all. Won't you all share some stories and photos?

Over at Pensive? No, Just Thinking, you'll find plenty of both stories and photos for June, including

• our weekend stays at Lake Metigoshe, ND and Missoula, MT
• our 11-hour tourist-y drive across central and southwest ND
• Hillary's birthday
• a visit from Cassie and Davis (and Jerrett and Roger)
• Abigail's new pet
• our Scandinavian holiday celebration at Lake Ilo

(And if you read even farther back into May, you'll find photos from the graduation open houses of Robbie and of Jerrett's stepson Arron as well as from our Memorial Day visits to the graves of Sue and her parents.)

--posted by Kevin

News from Howard

Well - I am sad to have to post this but wanted everyone to know as soon as possible. Bob Johnston called me a t 5:00 AM today (Saturday May 29th) - Corlyn passed away. He had been failing the last few days but last time he had rallied and they were hoping for the same thing, but God had other plans. The funeral will be Monday at 2:00 in Howard. I will make sure we have flowers there. Pat & I and Patti & Frank and Jake and Scott are all still planning on going for the weekend. We are all thinking we will be there for prayers on Sunday night but will probably head home Monday morning before the funeral. I really don't know what else to say, but wanted you all to know. I will let you know how the trip goes.
Aunt Kathy

Katie & Matthew's visit to Patti's house

I just thought I would share a few photos of Cody, Christy, Katie and Matthew's latest visit to the cities. We're looking forward to their next visit in July!

Corlyn's Birthday

Calling all Morey grandchildren - Corlyn Johnston will be turning 90 years old June 2nd. Lucille and the kids are having a party for him on Sunday May 30th. Pat and I are going down and Patti and Frank are coming over and hopefully Jake and Scott. I thought it would be nice if all you grandkids would send a card off to Corlyn either to get there before Sunday or at least in time for his birthday. Maybe just a short note and a picture of you and your families if possible. If anyone wants us to take them with us just let me know by Friday. Sorry I didn't get this posted any sooner with moving and everything I feel like I would forget my head if it wasn't attached. I will share photos when I get back. Love Aunt Kathy

Kate's Hearing Experience

Hi Everybody!

I finally have a chance to post and fill you all in on everything. There's so much that has gone on that I'm not sure what all to share so I apologize if this gets long. As Patti mentioned Kate could hear by Wednesday afternoon. It was a very, very good appointment at Mayo! Here's a clip of her first experience hearing sounds. (Hopefully it works.) It's not the best clip as it is pretty quick, but in Cody's defense it was hard to take a video when we were both intently watching. Actually he did better than I would have. He was recording the video both with the camcorder and our digital camera, as well as trying to watch himself.

BEST NEWS IN THE WORLD!!!!!!

Christy just called. Katie can hear! Christy will post all the details and pictures when she gets back home. She wanted you all to know.

TODAY IS THE DAY!

For those of you who don't know, Christy, Cody, Matthew and Katie all left here today for their 12:30 appointment at the Mayo. They will connect Katie's hearing device. It was a very happy and excited family who left here.

Musical Moberg-ettes

If you haven't visited Pensive? No, Just Thinking for a while, you might like to check it out for some video of the girls. They performed in a music festival this past weekend, and Susan captured it on video.

There is also some video of the girls playing at home last weekend. We don't have sons, of course, but I'm guessing that the games they play are somewhat different from what I walked into when I went into the basement Easter Monday!

--posted by Kevin

THE CHECK IS IN THE MAIL!

$50 First Prize to Curly Kelli - She remained in the middle of the pack and then trounced everyone with her "Duke" pick.

$25 Second Prize to rockey/jk - after discussion, it was determined that Boomer would have wanted it this way.

$25 Last Place Prize to AbisnailGM - She held her ground against her sisters and prevailed in the end.

No one had the final game score correct. (If I am wrong on this, let me know)

Congratulations to all the winners!

I'm sure we all look forward to next year and look for a 100% participation.

CONGRATULATIONS KELLI!

STANDING COMING INTO THE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

Rank Bracket - Points - Possible Pts [Final Game Score]
1 rockey/jk -Syracuse 112 112 [92-90]
2 Pat's Perfect Picks -Kansas 108 108 [74-70]
3 FrankD -Syracuse 102 102 [100-90]
4 Curly Kelli -Duke 99 120 [86-76]
5 Shantelle's Hockey Picks-Kansas 98 98 [85-72]
6 Hutch -Kansas 96 96 [86-78]
6 Mary D's miracle -Kentucky 96 96 [96-87]
8 Oyster Stew Surprise -Kentucky 94 94 [67-60]
9 Trae's Horse Farm -Kansas 93 93 [70-67]
10 momfish -Kentucky 89 89 [62-58]
11 Brilz -Kansas 86 86 [75-68]
11 kaden ham -Syracuse 86 86 [79-71]
11 Father Polluck -Kansas 86 86 [82-74]
14 Joe -Kansas 84 84 [88-86]
14 Dale's McPicks -Kentucky 84 84 [82-78]
16 Laura Ham -Kansas 81 81 [68-63]
17 Deacon Tony Wanner -Kentucky 80 80 [69-65]
18 Baby Ham -Kansas 79 79 [72-64]
19 Mike's Amazing Bracket -Kentucky 76 76 [75-62]
20 jkopp -Villanova 72 72 [82-79]
21 MarysMoneyMaker -Vanderbilt 71 71 [65-56]
22 Bugeater -Kansas 69 69 [79-68]
22 Double Dribble Dutke -Kansas 69 69 [80-72]
22 Patti's Winning Picks -Syracuse 69 69 [83-79]
25 burrito -Kansas 68 68 [87-82]
26 The Agostini Sisters -Kentucky 67 67 [74-65]
26 Kylandigskansas -Kansas 67 67 [88-71]
28 Edgerock Hammers -Kansas 66 66 [63-59]
28 jordan ham -Kansas 66 66 [71-66]
30 Anna Rules -Kentucky 58 58 [60-54]
31 Cassie -Kentucky 55 55 [102-88]
32 Trista=$$$$ *-Kentucky 53 53 [74-68]
33 Bracket Key -Villanova 51 51 [87-84]
34 Tina's Forecast -Notre Dame 49 49 [79-75]
35 SnooznLynn -Pine Bluff 41 41 [92-86]
36 The Prof -Texas A&M 29 29 [102-97]
37 Hammie -Minnesota 27 27 [68-64]
38 SuzannaBear -Notre Dame 23 23 [63-62]
39 AbisnailGM -Minnesota 22 22 [53-25]

WELL, THIS IS IT! AND MY OBERSERVATION IS THAT THINGS IN THE COLORADO PART OF THE FAMILY ARE VERY TENSE!

Abisnail, Congratulations on winning $25!

Remember, there is a $25 prize for having picked the final score correctly. I have listed the projected scores in brackets (hopefully, I didn't make any errors.

Rocky and Kelli Good Luck to Both of you!

Roger's Surgery

Hi, everyone! I know my dad isn't good about letting people know what's going on -- he had surgery today in Bismarck. He's had a LOT of shoulder pain and it was getting worse and worse, so he finally broke down and went to the doctor (you can imagine how bad it had to get for THAT to happen). They determined he had a torn rotator cuff and set up surgery. He went to stay with Jerrett on Thursday night, braved the blizzard that happened in Bismarck/Mandan today to get to the hospital, and had outpatient surgery. The surgery itself went well, but the doctors discovered that not only was the rotator cuff torn in a couple of places, but the muscle was completely detached from the bone. While they were in there reattaching and mending, they also removed a couple of bone spurs and took care of some arthritis....I don't know the real details -- just passing on what Jerrett told me that the surgeon told him.

Jerrett called tonight to say that things had gone fine. Dad was still a bit groggy, so I didn't talk to him. He'll be staying with Jerrett for a night or two, then he's going to go to Flasher for a while. I offered to let him stay at our house -- not sure why he didn't think recovering in a house with 3 children sounded like a relaxing idea...

He'll have to take things easy for quite a while -- recovery will take well into summer, but he was very ready to get some relief from the constant pain.

If anything changes, I'll let you know. We'll just pray for quick healing -- and for a PATIENT patient! Sorry I didn't think to let everyone know sooner.

Happy Easter and Love to you all!

Susan Lynn

FINAL ROUND

Good luck to everyone still in it!

We are headed to the Cabin to get all pumps working - Fire danger is extremely high!

Happy Easter and Love to eveyone.

Patti

RESULTS AFTER ROUND 4

Rank Bracket -Points -Possible Pts
1 Shantelle's Hockey Picks - Kansas 98 113
2 rockey/jk - Syracuse 97 112
3 Hutch - Kansas 96 96
3 Mary D's - Kentucky 96 96
5 Oyster Stew Surprise - Kentucky 94 94
6 Trae's Horse Farm - Kansas 93 108
6 Pat's Perfect Picks - Kansas 93 108
8 momfish - Kentucky 89 89
9 FrankD - Syracuse 87 102
10 kaden ham - Syracuse 86 101
10 Father Polluck - Kansas 86 86
10 Brilz - Kansas 86 86
13 Curly Kelli - Duke 84 120
13 Joe - Kansas 84 99
13 Dale's McPicks - Kentucky 84 84
16 Laura Ham - Kansas 81 81
17 Deacon Tony Wanner - Kentucky 80 80
18 Baby Ham - Kansas 79 79
19 Mike's Amazing Bracket - Kentucky 76 76
20 jkopp - Villanova 72 72
21 MarysMoneyMaker - Vanderbilt 71 86
22 Bugeater - Kansas 69 69
22 Patti's Winning Picks - Syracuse 69 69
22 Double Dribble Dutke - Kansas 69 69
25 burrito - Kansas 68 68
26 The Agostini Sisters - Kentucky 67 67
26 Kylandigskansas - Kansas 67 67
28 Edgerock Hammers - Kansas 66 66
28 jordan ham - Kansas 66 66
30 Anna Rules - Kentucky 58 58
31 Cassie - Kentucky 55 55
32 Trista=$$$$ - Kentucky 53 53
33 Bracket Key - Villanova 51 51
34 Tina's Forecast - Notre Dame 49 49
35 SnooznLynn - AR Pine Bluff 41 41
36 The Prof - Texas A&M 29 29
37 Hammie - Minnesota 27 27
38 SuzannaBear - Notre Dame 23 23
39 AbisnailGM - Minnesota 22 22

OBSERVATIONS:

The ice could be off the lake by next weekend!
Shantell scores a “Hat Trick” beating her husband and his parents!
SnooznLynn is now reading “Beating the Odds” written by Rocky!
Oyster Stew is put on the back burner!
After spiritual counseling from his brother and two cousins, Mike will be changing his name to Amazing Grace!
Baby Ham’s identity is still a mystery!
Jake still can’t believe the Villanova loss!
Curly Kelli is making her move!
Mary'sMoneyMaker makes it to the final round!
Momfish spoiled my observation of “Pat’s Perfect Pick was marrying her!”

Have a good week!

Finals - Day 1

Here's the latest! Shantelle and her hockey picks rise to the top!

1 Shantelle's Hockey Picks Kansas 88 113
2 rockey/jk Syracuse 87 112
3 Hutch Kansas 86 96
3 Brilz Kansas 86 96
3 Mary D's miracle Kentucky 86 96
6 Joe Kansas 84 109
6 Oyster Stew Surprise Kentucky 84 104
8 Pat's Perfect Picks Kansas 83 108
8 Trae's Horse Farm Kansas 83 108
10 momfish Kentucky 79 89
11 FrankD Syracuse 77 102
12 kaden ham Syracuse 76 101
12 Father Polluck Kansas 76 86
14 Curly Kelli Duke 74 120
14 Dale's McPicks Kentucky 74 84
16 jkopp Villanova 72 72
17 Laura Ham Kansas 71 81
18 Deacon Tony Wanner Kentucky 70 80
19 Baby Ham Kansas 69 79
19 Double Dribble Dutke Kansas 69 69
19 Bugeater Kansas 69 69
22 burrito Kansas 68 68
23 The Agostini Sisters Kentucky 67 77
23 Kylandigskansas Kansas 67 67
25 Mike's Amazing Bracket Kentucky 66 76
25 jordan ham Kansas 66 66
25 Edgerock Hammers Kansas 66 66
28 MarysMoneyMaker Vanderbilt 61 86
29 Patti's Winning Picks Syracuse 59 69
30 Anna Rules Kentucky 58 58
31 Cassie Kentucky 55 55
32 Trista=$$$$ Kentucky 53 53
33 Bracket Key Villanova 51 51
34 Tina's Forecast Notre Dame 49 49
35 SnooznLynn AR Pine Bluff 41 41
36 The Prof 17 Texas A&M 29 29
37 Hammie Minnesota 27 27
38 SuzannaBear Notre Dame 23 23
39 AbisnailGM Minnesota 22 22

Sweet 16 - Day 2 Results

Since my mom is up at the cabin, I thought I would post the results for those of you who have trouble accessing the yahoo site. Here's your chance to insert your own observations/take cheap shots:)

Rank Bracket Finals Points Possible Pts
1 Mary D's miracle Kentucky 86 152
1 Hutch Kansas 86 131
1 Brilz Kansas 86 131
4 Oyster Stew Surprise Kentucky 84 150
5 momfish Kentucky 79 160
6 Shantelle's Hockey Picks Kansas 78 113
7 rockey/jk Syracuse 77 112
7 FrankD Syracuse 77 102
9 Father Polluck Kansas 76 121
10 Dale's McPicks Kentucky 74 130
10 Curly Kelli Duke 74 130
10 Joe Kansas 74 109
13 Trae's Horse Farm Kansas 73 108
13 Pat's Perfect Picks Kansas 73 108
15 Laura Ham Kansas 71 106
16 Deacon Tony Wanner Kentucky 70 126
17 Baby Ham Kansas 69 104
17 Double Dribble Dutke Kansas 69 94
17 Bugeater Kansas 69 89
20 burrito Kansas 68 93
21 The Agostini Sisters Kentucky 67 123
21 Kylandigskansas Kansas 67 87
23 Mike's Amazing Bracket Kentucky 66 122
23 kaden ham Syracuse 66 101
23 jordan ham Kansas 66 91
23 Edgerock Hammers Kansas 66 91
27 jkopp Villanova 62 72
28 Patti's Winning Picks Syracuse 59 94
29 Anna Rules Kentucky 58 104
30 Cassie Kentucky 55 101
31 Trista=$$$$ * Kentucky 53 99
32 MarysMoneyMaker Vanderbilt 51 86
32 Bracket Key Villanova 51 61
34 Tina's Forecast Notre Dame 49 49
35 SnooznLynn AR Pine Bluff 41 41
36 The Prof Texas A&M 29 29
37 Hammie Minnesota 27 27
38 SuzannaBear Notre Dame 23 23
39 AbisnailGM Minnesota 22 22

SWEET 16 - DAY 1 RESULTS

Rank Bracket -- FinalPick Points Possible Pts
1 Mary D's miracle- - Kentucky 74 152
1 Hutch- - Kansas 74 131
1 Brilz- - Kansas 74 131
4 momfish- - Kentucky 73 176
5 Curly Kelli- - Duke 68 136
5 Dale's McPicks- - Kentucky 68 136
7 Pat's Perfect Picks- - Kansas 67 108
8 Oyster Stew Surprise- - Kentucky 66 156
9 rockey/jk- - Syracuse 65 118
9 Laura Ham- - Kansas 65 112
9 FrankD- - Syracuse 65 108
12 Deacon Tony Wanner- - Kentucky 64 126
12 Father Polluck- - Kansas 64 121
14 Baby Ham- - Kansas 63 104
14 Double Dribble Dutke- - Kansas 63 100
14 Bugeater- - Kansas 63 95
17 Joe- - Kansas 62 109
17 burrito- - Kansas 62 93
17 jkopp- - Villanova 62 84
20 The Agostini Sisters- - Kentucky 61 154
20 Trae's Horse Farm- - Kansas 61 114
20 Kylandigskansas- - Kansas 61 87
23 Mike's Amazing Bracket- - Kentucky 60 122
23 Shantelle's Hockey Picks- - Kansas 60 113
23 kaden ham- - Syracuse 60 101
23 jordan ham- - Kansas 60 97
23 Edgerock Hammers- - Kansas 60 91
28 Anna Rules- - Kentucky 58 126
29 Cassie- - Kentucky 55 101
30 Patti's Winning Picks- - Syracuse 53 110
30 Trista=$$$$- - Kentucky 53 99
32 Bracket Key- - Villanova 51 73
33 MarysMoneyMaker- - Vanderbilt 39 86
34 Tina's Forecast- - Notre Dame 37 49
35 SnooznLynn- - AR Pine Bluff 35 41
36 The Prof- - Texas A&M 29 66
37 Hammie- - Minnesota 27 27
38 SuzannaBear- - Notre Dame 23 29
39 AbisnailGM- - Minnesota 22 22

OBSERVATIONS:
Katie is our Star Player of the week!
Joe breaks Anna’s Rules!
Father Polluck and Deacon Wanner admire The Agostini Sisters!
Kylan and Trae throw their allegiance to Grandma Momfish!
Bugeater changes his diet to "Crow"!
The Brilz hand Grandpa a McLoss!
Curly Kelli waits quietly for “ The Duke’s” next move!
Trista phones her bookie!
Frank and Patti head to the cabin to watch a lake thaw!

GOOD LUCK TODAY!

Pictures of Kate Pre and Post Surgery

Hi Everybody,
Here are some pictures from before and after Kate's surgery. She is doing well. Other than the incisions behind her ears and a good chunk of her hair missing, you wouldn't even be able to tell she just had surgery. She is definitely back to her old self today.

This is what the device looks like that was implanted in Kate's head. Two were implanted - one behind each ear. They have to remove some of the bone in her skull in order for it to fit in a little head. Surgery took about 6 hours.

Here's Kate picking out colors for her processor that will go on the outside of her head. Part of it will stick to the implanted device in her head by a magnet and another part of the processor can either be worn behind her ear or clipped to her shirt. I'll post pictures of Kate wearing them after her next appointment.

Anna and Matthew having some fun with the hospital equipment while we were waiting for Kate to get out of surgery.

Patti trying things out too. I think you missed your calling Patti.

This is the evening after surgery. Kate started surgery at 8 a.m. and was finished around 2 p.m. We got to leave the hospital around 5:30 p.m. that night. Here we are at the hotel by the pool area.

Enjoying ice cream...her first meal of the day in the game room area of the hotel.

Hanging out before bedtime.

This is the next morning (Wednesday morning). We had just got back from the clinic getting her big bandage removed and meeting with her surgeon. He said she did excellent through everything and everything looks about as good as it can be. She has about a 2-inch incision behind each ear.

Happy girl now that she knows we're packing up and heading home.

Half way home...we're eating supper in Fargo before the final trek home. She did awesome traveling and slept the majority of the time. We're so proud of our little trooper!

Thank you so much for all of the support and prayers that you all have sent Kate's way. It means so very much to all of us. Patti and Anna, a special thank you for spending the day of surgery with us. The time went by so much faster with you there and Matthew had a blast. Hopefully the worst is over and we can look forward to the next part of our journey...getting the processors turned on and Kate hearing for the first time! Our next trip to Mayo is in 3 weeks, April 14 and 15, when they will activate her implants. Please continue to pray that all goes well. I'll keep you all updated. Thanks so much and take care.

Love,

Christy

SWEET "16" BEGINS

A FEW MORE OBSERVATIONS BEFORE THE NEXT ROUND BEGINS:

Mary’sMoneyMaker seeks a government bailout!
Double Dribble Dutke takes up golf!
The Brilz strategy for next year will be - divide and conquer!
Tina prepares to make her forecast for next year!
Edgerock Hammers looks up to Laura and her little Hams!
Burito orders a margarita!
The Prof earns extra credit for picking Northern Iowa, St. Mary’s and Cornell for the Sweet 16!


GOOD LUCK!

Fisher family news

Well, I thought it was about time I posted an update of our crazy life and how it is going. First I apologize for any phone calls I didn't return etc the last few weeks, just seems like I was going in about twenty different directions.
We have sold our house. It is scheduled to close on May 3rd. It is to a younger couple from Colorado- he is an engineer and works for one of the many oil companies around these days. We had started looking for a place to go and were amazed at how little was out there in the price range we were hoping to stay within. What we did find all seemed to be split foyers with lots of steps etc. I have a client who is moving to Hawks Point and wants to wait until after July 4th as they are having a family reunion. I just love her home and so we talked to her kids and ended up making an offer and allowing her to stay until July 15th. We will be moving in to Pat's folks house that we own as our renters are moving out of there and it will be empty. We will just move minimal stuff in there and the rest of our stuff we will be able to move into the garage & basement at Elizabeths. The house is located on the corner of 12th Ave W and 12th St West., a block south of where we lived just after Todd was born and when Traci was born. Up in the Trinity area. The house is a rambler with a beautiful open courtyard that has panels for the winter months. We are pretty excited to get back into town and even though it will get a little crazy - I am sure it will all work out. Just for everyones information - both our kids did offer to let us live in their basements. We felt that was a little too much to ask.
Well hope that brings everyone up to date for now & we will keep you posted. If I have a nervous breakdown before this is all over I am sure one of the kids will post.
Also was glad to hear the little uodate on Katie - hope all is well. Let us now - we are all praying for you all.
Love Kathy

KATE

Wanted to report that Katie came thru the surgery like a champion.

RESULTS AFTER SECOND ROUND

Rank Bracket Winning Team Points Possible Pts
1 Mary D's miracle- - - Kentucky 56 158
1 Dale's McPicks- - - Kentucky 56 152
1 Hutch- - - Kansas 56 137
4 Trae's Horse Farm- - - Kansas 55 136
5 FrankD- - - Syracuse 53 160
6 Anna Rules- - - Kentucky 52 142
7 Curly Kelli- - - Duke 50 152
7 Brilz- - - Kansas 50 131
7 Joe- - - Kansas 50 125
7 burrito- - - Kansas 50 109
11 momfish- - - Kentucky 49 176
11 The Agostini Sisters- - - Kentucky 49 160
11 Pat's Perfect Picks- - - Kansas 49 124
14 Oyster Stew Surprise- - - Kentucky 48 187
14 kaden ham- - - Syracuse 48 153
14 Shantelle's Hockey Picks- - - Kansas 48 119
14 jordan ham- - - Kansas 48 113
18 rockey/jk- - - Syracuse 47 170
18 Laura Ham- - - Kansas 47 128
18 Trista=$$$$- - - Kentucky 47 121
21 Deacon Tony Wanner- - - Kentucky 46 157
21 Father Polluck- - - Kansas 46 127
23 Baby Ham- - - Kansas 45 120
23 Double Dribble Dutke- - - Kansas 45 116
23 Bugeater- - - Kansas 45 101
26 jkopp- - - Villanova 44 84
27 Cassie- - - Kentucky 43 107
27 Kylandigskansas- - - Kansas 43 93
29 Mike's Amazing Bracket- - - Kentucky 42 138
29 Edgerock Hammers- - - Kansas 42 107
31 Patti's Winning Picks- - - Syracuse 41 162
32 Bracket Key- - - Villanova 39 73
33 Tina's Forecast- - - Notre Dame 37 65
34 MarysMoneyMaker- - - Vanderbilt 33 86
35 The Prof- - - Texas A&M 29 72
35 SnooznLynn- - - AR Pine Bluff 29 47
37 Hammie- - - Minnesota 27 27
38 SuzannaBear- - - Notre Dame 23 60
39 AbisnailGM- - - Minnesota 22 28

The last four days can be summarized by Mary D's comment when she was informed she was tied for 1st place,

"HOW DID THAT HAPPEN?"

Have a good week!

Kitchen update

Jake here are the lastest pictures i promised you. As you can see the project and Robbies games have kept us pretty busy. We only have the flooring and then a few small items left to do so then we can start enjoying it. Audrey and the kids took off this morning for Rodchester and she made sure she left me a long enough TO DO list to keep me out of trouble. I will try to keep you all informed on Katie as soon as I hear any news. Please keep her in your prayers. Patty, Mathew is sure looking forward to seeing you and Anna on Tuesday. Everyone take care.
Love Papa

2nd ROUND FIRST DAY RESULTS (8GAMES)

Rank Bracket Winning Team Points Possible Pts
1 Hutch - - - Kansas 41 143
2 FrankD - - - Syracuse 38 185
2 Mary D's miracle - - - Kentucky 38 164
2 Brilz - - - Kansas 38 143
5 Trae's Horse Farm - - - Kansas 37 148
6 kaden ham - - - Syracuse 36 165
6 Shantelle's Hockey Picks - - - Kansas 36 147
8 Dale's McPicks - - - Kentucky 35 155
8 Joe - - - Kansas 35 140
8 burrito - - - Kansas 35 115
11 momfish - - - Kentucky 34 179
11 The Agostini Sisters - - - Kentucky 34 160
11 Anna Rules - - - Kentucky 34 145
11 Pat's Perfect Picks - - - Kansas 34 136
15 Oyster Stew Surprise - - - Kentucky 33 193
15 Baby Ham - - - Kansas 33 129
15 Edgerock Hammers - - - Kansas 33 122
18 rockey/jk - - - Syracuse 32 176
18 Curly Kelli - - - Duke 32 155
18 Laura Ham - - - Kansas 32 137
21 Father Polluck - - - Kansas 31 133
21 Kylandigskansas - - - Kansas 31 102
23 jordan ham - - - Kansas 30 125
23 Double Dribble Dutke - - - Kansas 30 122
23 Bugeater - - - Kansas 30 110
26 Trista=$$$$ - - - Kentucky 29 143
26 jkopp - - - Villanova 29 90
28 Deacon Tony Wanner - - - Kentucky 28 163
28 Cassie - - - Kentucky 28 132
28 Tina's Forecast - - - Notre Dame 28 74
31 Mike's Amazing Bracket - - -Kentucky 27 138
31 MarysMoneyMaker - - - Vanderbilt 27 129
31 Bracket Key - - - Villanova 27 79
34 Patti's Winning Picks - - - Syracuse 26 171
35 Hammie - - - Minnesota 24 48
36 The Prof - - - Texas A&M 23 152
36 SnooznLynn - - - AR Pine Bluff 23 50
38 AbisnailGM - - - Minnesota 22 43
39 SuzannaBear - - - Notre Dame 17 60

JUST IN: A free DVD rental from Grandma's Video store will be awarded to the person who can provide Northern Iowa's and St. Mary's location on a map.

MORE OBSERVATIONS:
Hutch is soooooo sorry for the things he said about the Villanova loss!
Oyster Stew suprises everyone!
Mike is still Amazed with his bracket picks!
Mary D proves Miracles do happen!
Momfish continues to swim upstream, making Pat's life a little less Perky!
Rocky shows he's more than just a pretty face!
AbisnailGM is praying that uncle Bracket Key didn't make any more bad picks!

Good Luck Today!

"KATE"

As Christy and Cody prepare to head to the Mayo Clinic for Kate's surgery on Tuesday, We all want them to know that we are thinking of them and our Love and Prayers are with them and Katy.

SECOND DAY RESULTS (after 32 GAMES)

COMMISSIONER TODD SAID,"Alright, here it is. The following are the payouts for the 1st Annual Morey Family NCAA Bracket Challenge:

1st Place = $50
2nd Place = $25
Last Place = $25

There is also a special prize of $25 if anyone correctly picked the final score of the Championship game. It doesnt matter who plays, just what score you have for the winning team and the losing team.

I was also told that the winner is responsible for the 1st round of drinks next time we all get together at the cabin on Bear in Hooded Sweatshirt Lane in Wisconsin.

Rank Bracket Points Possible Pts
1 Hutch 26 - - - - Kansas 210
2 Anna Rules 25 - - - - Kentucky 206
3 jordan ham 24 - - - - Kansas 205
3 Oyster Stew Surprise 24 - - - - Kentucky 202
3 Baby Ham 24 - - - - Kansas 199
3 Edgerock Hammers 24 - - - - Kansas 196
3 kaden ham 24 - - - - Syracuse 196
8 FrankD 23 - - - - Syracuse 207
8 Patti's Winning Picks 23 - - - - Syracuse 204
8 Laura Ham 23 - - - - Kansas 204
8 Brilz 23 - - - - Kansas 201
8 Joe 23 - - - - Kansas 201
8 burrito 23 - - - - Kansas 198
8 Dale's McPicks 23 - - - - Kentucky 192
8 Mary D's miracle 23 - - - - Kentucky 176
8 Trista=$$$$ * 23 - - - - Kentucky 161
17 Trae's Horse Farm * 22 - - - - Kansas 206
17 Pat's Perfect Picks 22 - - - - Kansas 203
17 Kylandigskansas 22 - - - - Kansas 194
17 momfish 22 - - - - Kentucky 191
17 Father Polluck 22 - - - - Kansas 188
17 Deacon Tony Wanner * 22 - - - - Kentucky 175
17 Cassie 22 - - - - Kentucky 175
17 Tina's Forecast 22 - - - - Notre Dame 111
25 Shantelle's Hockey Picks 21 - - - - Kansas 205
25 Bugeater 21 - - - - Kansas 202
25 Double Dribble Dutke 21 - - - - Kansas 196
25 Mike's Amazing Bracket 21 - - - - Kentucky 181
25 Bracket Key 21 - - - - Villanova 168
25 MarysMoneyMaker 21 - - - - Vanderbilt 147
25 Hammie 21 - - - - Minnesota 70
32 rockey/jk 20 - - - - Syracuse 201
32 Curly Kelli 20 - - - - Duke 198
32 jkopp 20 - - - - Villanova 182
35 The Agostini Sisters 19 - - - - Kentucky 172
36 The Prof 17 - - - - Texas A&M 155
36 SnooznLynn 17 - - - - AR Pine Bluff 87
38 AbisnailGM 16 - - - - Minnesota 46
39 SuzannaBear 14 - - - - Notre Dame 72

JUST SOME OBSERVATIONS
Hutch (Scott) has maintained his lead in points and finally beat Baby Ham and Anna for most wins!
The Agostini Sisters seem to have had a bad night!
Frank knew it was only a matter of time to pass Patti!
Dale is moving in fast on his grandchildren!
Trae with 206 possible points, keeps his dream of a horse farm alive!
Cassie still has what is needed to trample Father Polluck and Deacon Wanner!
Shantelle's proves to us all, She knows her Hockey!
Kylan still digs Kansas!
With the prize announcement, life in the Moberg house must be interesting!

GOOD LUCK TO ALL IN THE NEXT ROUND

RESULTS AFTER FIRST DAY - 16 GAMES

Rank First day wins Final Team pick Possible Pts
1 Anna Rules 13 - - - - Kentucky 213
2 Baby Ham 12 - - - - Kansas 212
2 Brilz 12 - - - - Kansas 212
2 Patti's Winning Picks 12 - - - - Syracuse 209
2 Joe 12 - - - - Kansas 206
2 kaden ham 12 - - - - Syracuse 206
7 Hutch 11 - - - - Kansas 214
7 The Agostini Sisters 11 - - - - Kentucky 211
7 jordan ham 11 - - - - Kansas 208
7 Oyster Stew Surprise 11 - - - - Kentucky 208
7 Edgerock Hammers 11 - - - - Kansas 199
7 MarysMoneyMaker 11 - - - - Vanderbilt 156
13 Shantelle's Hockey Picks 10 - - - - Kansas 210
13 rockey/jk 10 - - - - Syracuse 210
13 Trae's Horse Farm * 10 - - - - Kansas 210
13 FrankD 10 - - - - Syracuse 210
13 Laura Ham 10 - - - - Kansas 207
13 Curly Kelli 10 - - - - Duke 207
13 burrito 10 - - - - Kansas 204
13 Double Dribble Dutke 10 - - - - Kansas 204
13 Mike's Amazing Bracket 10 - - - - Kentucky 195
13 jkopp 10 - - - - Villanova 191
13 Mary D's miracle 10 - - - - Kentucky 179
13 Deacon Tony Wanner * 10 - - - - Kentucky 179
13 Trista=$$$$ * 10 - - - - Kentucky 164
26 Pat's Perfect Picks 9 - - - - Kansas 209
26 Bugeater 9 - - - - Kansas 206
26 momfish 9 - - - - Kentucky 200
26 Kylandigskansas 9 - - - - Kansas 200
26 Father Polluck 9 - - - - Kansas 194
26 Dale's McPicks 9 - - - - Kentucky 194
26 Bracket Key 9 - - - - Villanova 178
26 Hammie 9 - - - - Minnesota 175
26 Tina's Forecast 9 - - - - Notre Dame 120
35 SnooznLynn 8 - - - - AR Pine Bluff 183
35 Cassie 8 - - - - Kentucky 177
35 AbisnailGM 8 - - - - Minnesota 159
38 The Prof 7 - - - - Texas A&M 179
38 SuzannaBear 7 - - - - Notre Dame 127

Thursday @ 10:00 am

Just a reminder that the deadline to have your bracket in is tomorrow, Thursday @ 10:00 am. By the looks of it there are still ALOT of you that are not yet signed up. Remember, this is the type of thing you can win and you do not need to know much about it. If you have any questions or problems let me know. Also, if you are already signed up and see a sibling or parent that is not, call them and yell at them to get their poop in a group.

Todd

UPDATE TO NCAA POOL

Todd said,"I have changed the settings so you are now allowed to submit up to 5 brackets per user name. This way anyone with kids can enter them in as well. Just make sure that their name is somewhere in the bracket name. Also, if your own child beats you that is an automatic round of drinks at the next family function."

Lee, your dog is not eligible.

This will make it easier for everyone of all ages to have an entry. Mary and Audrey, that includes you.

Get your picks in!

Tournament Time!!!

We have had some interest that we start a family NCAA basketball tournament pool. Therefore, I have set up a group at Yahoo.com so we can all have a little fun with this years tournament. Patty and my mom have decided that the winner will get a prize not yet determined but will come from Grandma Morey's oil money. This should be a lot of fun and provide a little reward for the best picker. Try to get everyone in your family in and lets really make this an exciting tournament.

To get entered, first you must have an account at Yahoo.com. If you do not its not hard to sign up for one. Its free and very quick and easy. Then here are the steps to follow:

-Go to http://tournament.fantasysports.yahoo.com/t1
-Click on "Join a Group"
-Click on "Join Group"
-Enter the following group ID: 79403 password: boomer
-Enter a creative name for your bracket and click "Save and Continue"

You are now entered in the group and can go ahead and pick your bracket. If you have any questions or problems let me know at 701-290-7574. Make sure you save your bracket after it is all filled out or it will not count anything during the tournament. Also make sure you have your Champion picked and a final tie breaker score picked.

Good Luck to everyone and lets get this thing rolling.

Todd