Burned Out! Heat Defeat the Mavs!

In a historic comeback by the Miami Heat, and in one of the most terrible sports collapses of all time, the NBA Finals ended last night with the Dallas Mavericks losing 4 in a row and falling 4-2. After blowing out the Heat in games 1 and 2, and most of game 3, the Mavs looked to be close to sweeping the Heat. Instead, they lose 4 in a row and essentially get swept themselves.

After such an amazing year, we are now reclined to let the summer sports duldrum start, as the only thing left we have to cheer for are the Rangers......hmf.

Football season is closer, but still a long way off.

Thanks Mavs for a fun run and the memories, but next year, can you keep a 13 point lead with 6 minutes to go please?

Mavs Set to Sweep.....We Attend Game Two!

The Dallas Mavericks are set to sweep the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals after a butt-kicking win last night, 99-85, in which the Mavs at one point led by almost 30! They coud wrap the series up in Miami over the next two games. The Heat have a bag of nothing.....it would bring the first sports championship back to Dallas since the Stars won the Stanely Cup in 1999.

Julie and I were fortunate to attend the game for our 2nd World Championship sporting event in a year! I think it has to do with our girls.... (see their blog www.bradysgirls.blogspot.com)

The game was insane and the crowd was in the frenzie one would expect. People brought some great signs. A few of our favorites were: "The Heat Wished They Could Have This CUBAN" and "SHAQ's Brick Counter" in which the fan updated how Shaq's free throws were going. Last night he was 1 of 7....2 of 16 for the series.


Here are some shots. Crazy people were everywhere!

Go Mavs!

MAVS WIN THE WEST! 26 YEARS LATER!

It took 26 years, almost as long as my beloved Astros, but they are finally going to their first NBA Finals WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP showdown against Shaq and the Miami Heat!

Go Mavs!

Thanks to All of Our Military Heroes!

Memorial Day.....yes, this weekend is about family, friends, cookouts, sports, fun and time away from the hussle and bussle of work.

But, lest we forget the real reason for the weekend holiday - a time to honor and reflect upon those that have given their lives for our freedoms and to support those that are doing so as we party hard!

Thanks to all of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and to those who have served in the past and stand in our defense even today. Without you all, America wouldn't be the greatest nation in the world.

Enjoy those hotdogs, but don't forget to say a prayer of thanks for those that have protected our rights to down a few!

Mavs Kick the Spurs!

Game Seven of an NBA series.

The current NBA Champion San Antonio Spurs with homecourt. The upstart Dallas Mavericks coming in after losing a 3 games to 1 lead.

Series tied at 3 games a piece, after 5 of 6 games were decided in the last few seconds.

The drama, the passion, the energy, the stress....

How can anyone not like sports?

After blowing a 20 point lead (with the help of the Refs), the Mavericks held off the Spurs in overtime, winning 119-111, sending the Spurs back home, while inching closer to their first NBA Finals opportunity.

There are still games to win, but this series was the best ever.

We have no fingernails left and our hearts are still racing! How exciting!

I love making Tim "Big Baby" Duncan cry...

Go Mavs, Go!

Lightning Strikes TWICE!

A few weeks ago a typical Texas thunderstorm ran across our area, so I grabbed my 20D Canon, set up the tripod and stood on the patio for an hour, trigger happy. I got a few neat shots. Enjoy.

Julie Celebrates First Mother's Day!

It's official....Julie is now one of those that gets recognized as a real mom at church on Mother's Day now. Her and the girls have been sick, but we still made it to church to honor her on this great day.

She truly is the best mother and wife in the world too. If our girls are anything like her, then it will truly be a better place!

Happy Mother's Day honey! The first of many...

Brady Rides 30 Miles...No April Fools

Yep, it's true. 30 miles. On a bike. Brady Speers.

I have been surroundedbdy riders now for a while. My father-in-law, sister-in-law and business partner all ride on a regular basis. Though I have had my own good bike for over a year, I have done little riding until now.

I finally agreed to do this race a few weeks ago and began training by riding over the Joe Pool Lake Dam. Finally, Saturday came and we were off on this charity ride through the heart of Dallas with about 2,000 other people.

Let me put this in perspective. If you know where we live....just imagine getting on a bike and riding all the way from our house to the Green Building in downtown Dallas. That's what I did.

Now I am not praising myself, but just trying to explain just how crazy yesterday was for me. It was fun and now they are trying to get me to do a 60+ mile ride in Tyler....

Now that is an April Fools idea.

Hard to Believe it Has Been 12 Years....

Nearly 12 years ago God brought a group of friends together from all different backgrounds and experiences and formed what I call the "Fort Worth Gang". Schools included TCU, Baylor, HPU, SFA, A&M, and more. For about three years we gathered together, many times over at the Williams home in Burleson, to play, sing and seek God together. Some even helped restart "Club J" and then "Outbreak" ministries at TCU. What an amazing time it was. I will never forget the names....Clint, Brady, Scott, Wendy, RJ, Becky, Brenna, Tim, Susan, Katherine C, Katherine E, Dallas, Kasey, Michael, Darrin, and David.

Times have changed. Babies have been born. Many have moved...one even all the way to Northern Ireland to do mission work....

One day we will all be together again, but for now here are some our recent shots from our reunion of sorts Friday night.....some things just never change.

I love you all dearly and each of you has a place in my heart that will always be yours.

Brady

Some More Pics...

BTDs....Baby Transportation Devices...as Clint calls them.

And....more

First Professional Family Photo

I know I keep saying this, but it really is hard to believe we have twins AND they are already 7 months old. Wow.



We recently had some shots taken and I thought I would post them for you all. Make sure and visit the girls blog to see a great one of them in the "clouds"....

More Twins COULD Be On the Way!

Wrotens to Add 3rd Grandchild in 1 Year!

Amy & Brian Devlin announced Friday, March 17th that they are with child! What a shock to hear Julie's sister is going to be a mommy too! Needless to say, we are all very excited. Our girls will have a cousin (or two?) to grow up with!

That will bring the grandbaby total for Karan and Jack to THREE in just over a years time! (That is unless Amy has TWINS too! Brian does have twin brothers so there IS A CHANCE!) She is due November 14th. Congrats Amy & Brian!

One Third of the Year is Gone!

Just like that! One third of 2006 is nearly over and summer is just around the corner!

Hope everyone out there in cyberland is doing well! Our year has been fun, crazy and faster than ever. Most of our updates are located on the girls blogs these days! see them at www.bradysgirls.blogspot.com

Keep Pressing On!

Becky Turns 32!

Happy birthday Beck!

My little sis turned 32 today and we celebrated by enjoying a nice dinner at the local El Chico!

Abbott Makes Cuts, Dad Is One

Today was a sad day for our family, as my dad was given the pink slip after giving nearly 30 years of his life to Abbott Laboratories in Irving. He was given no warning and escorted out this morning like a criminal. Not even given a chance to say goodbye.

He wasn't alone though, as many others got cut today in another huge layoff effort by the company. Abbott is struggling and until they learn how to deal with people in a correct, ethical manner, that won't change. For more read my latest book entry at www.nobonesaboutit.blogspot.com

We love you dad and God will provide! He always has. Now you can be the granddad our kids will never forget!

It's Julie's Birthday!

Well, this weekend has marked another birthday celebration for Julie as she turned 31 Saturday. We celebrated by going out to dinner for steaks Friday night. Last night we hung out with mom and dad and watched "The Blue Collar Comedy Tour!" and laughed our tails off!

Happy birthday sweetie!

Happy New Year Everyone!

Make 2006 the best year ever. For details on how....check out www.nobonesaboutit.blogspot.com!

Have a great Holiday Weekend!

Go Cowboys!

Family Fun During Holiday Season

Ready for Christmas 2005? We are.

Check out the "Papa Jack Families" blog for more details.

Merry Christmas Everyone!

Grandma Always Thought I Might Be Retarded...