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CL/L 77 V >*flt ftJ ft/ w ft/ ft/ ft/ ft/ ft/ ft v \ ktk ♦ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2007 Baseball, football, soccer and more As the mother of five boys, I have spent endless hours at the baseball field, football Angela sporting Lineberger event Me and the Boys memo ries was when Tully, my oldest son, was playing t-ball and Tal, Hunter, Ben, and Luke were four. They were not old enough to play on a team yet and so I had to keep them “cor ralled” during Tully’s ball games. That was not an easy job, so I welcomed any distraction that would keep them entertained. One spring day, after a very heavy rain, that dis traction materialized as a very large, and very messy mud puddle in the bottom of a ditch. While the game was being played, first one, then each of the four boys discov ered that stomping around in the puddle was great fun. As usual the fun began to escalate and by the end of the ballgame, the boys were standing in line at one end of the puddle and taking turns running and sliding head first through the water and mud on their bellies. I was entertained by watching the other parents grab their children as they tried to break away and join the boys in their rollicking fun. The boys are all old enough to play sports them selves and I can now be entertained by the action on the field. Many times that action has proven to be quite comical. One of those times was when Hunter was playing baseball. It was his turn to bat and the catcher had a nasty habit of heckling the players as they each took a turn to bat. Hunter ignored the catcher for as long as he could and when he could not stand the heckling "^QTFiz" Hank, Henry, Heisman and New Hampshire hopefuls Literary Quiz What do Hank Morgan and Henry DeTamble have in common? Harrison's Sports Quiz Tonight, the 2007 Heisman win ner will be announced. The tro phy is a bronze sculpture created by Frank Eliscu, using star player Ed Smith of the 1934 New York University football team as the model. Name the collegiate team that refined the player’s stance, the team that endorsed the plaster casting and three well known indi viduals who gave it their personal blessing for casting. History Quiz It was owned by Louis XIV and Louis XV of France, among others was stolen in 1792, and is now in the Smithsonian. What is it? Faith Quiz According to folklore, what were the names of the Magi? Cosmic Quiz What takes a little over eight minutes to get to earth? and rude comments any more, he turned around to the seven-year-old catcher and said, “I bet your momma taught you how to squat like that”. Needless to say, the catcher did not have anything else to say after that and the game pro ceeded in peace. Also, at the first out of-town baseball tourna ment Hunter ever played, he thought he should introduce himself to the opposing team mem bers. After his first hit, he arrived at first base, stuck out his h and to shake, and told the first base man, “Hi, my name is Hunter Lineberger, and I am in second grade at Morningside Elementary”. When Hunter was not on the field he was a con cession stand “groupie”. He would loiter around the concession stand ask ing for money. One prof itable day, he garnered nachos, popcorn, candy, a drink, AND change in his pocket, even though he had arrived at the ball field with no money. He obviously has the mak ings of a great politician. The boys also love watching sporting events of all kinds, so they were thrilled to attend a hock ey game with a friend. After arriving home from the game I asked them if they enjoyed the hockey game and Luke said, “Yeah, I want to play hockey when I grow up”. I asked, “You do? Why”. He replied, “So I can beat the crap out of somebody”. So, if you see us at the ball field someday, come over and visit. I’m sure that we will have many more adventures to share. Angela Lineberger lives in Perry, with her hus band Kerry, and five boys, Tully age 15, and Tal, Hunter, Ben, and Luke, age 12. "iyi ' %/* <X W ' ' ' ■ Weird Quiz If you wanted to attract a porcupine would you use pretzels or catfish? jjlliuj Eye Q: What is it and where is it? o||3»T|J© Bh Day to day the county way S§£ if - ■*'* # | ’ ''fKftlli t Plf Hr Misgiy s •* ft jf * jj|b TW® i? IP |&l|sgF' J|| JEM 4 . 9ft ENI/Gary Harmon Todd Wilson, left, in wheelchair, is the villainous Henry Potter, acompanied by his secretary, played by Roch Gillmore, and Ryan McCarty (left) the play’s protagonist. H W "Wm " « , JB . " M # ' ’igft H m 0 4 i- ftSfev" ♦Journal/CharlottePerkins The family celebrates a “wonderful life.” From left Ryan Cruce, Amber Seabolt and Ryan McCarty. Children in the cast include Robby Gillmore, Adam Jones, Charley Ann Lollis, Elaine Crutchfield and Olivia Austin. Warner Robins dancers to present Little Drummer Boy The International City School of Ballet in Warner Robins will be performing the original ballet, “Little Drummer Boy.” This is an original ballet choreographed by Georne Aucoin and was first performed in December of 2005 by International City Ballet. The Little Drummer Boy is the classic tale of a young boy looking for his special gift to bring to the birth of baby Jesus. During this journey he encounters villagers, shep herds, wise men and angels. This ballet concentrates on the true meaning of Christmas and why we celebrate this day. Dancers in this performance range in age from 5-18 and are all students of the International City School of Ballet. "'*/!** y/ % "it : l Last Week's Answers The awful Edsel The car in the picture was a Ford Edsel. Getting it right were Barbara Everts, Rhonda Parrish, Mike Stanley, Terry Everett, Chris and Larry Thomson, Jaloo Zelonis, Laurie Jones, Nancy Braswell, Olivia Stachorek, Bill Harrison and Jim Worrall. Charley and John John Steinbeck’s dog Charley traveled with him in a camper named Rocinante. The result ing book was “Travels with Charley.” Getting it right were Rhonda Parrish, Mike Stanley, Terry Everett, Chris and Larry Thomson, Jaloo Zelonis, Laurie Jones, Nancy Braswell, Olivia Stachorek and Bill Harrison. Harrison says In 1945, Felix Anthony “Doc” Blanchard, a fullback on the U.S. Military Academy football team, was honored with the Heisman, the Maxwell and the Sullivan award - a feat that no other athlete in U.S. sports his tory has duplicated. Blanchard A Christmas gift from Perry Players By Charlotte Perkins Journal Staff Writer The Perry Players are bringing a beloved drama to life for the Christmas season. The play, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” tugs at the emotions from the outset. The play, adapted from Frank Capra’s film classic, is a challenging one and Linda Deibert clearly pulled it together with simple sets and the spotlight on good acting. Ryan McCarty gives an outstanding performance as the central character, Harry Bailey, a young man who has made countless sacrifices for others, and is faced with a looming financial crisis. McCarty, who is on stage in every scene, never fails his audience. Samuel Bowers is charming as a desperaate guardian angel, and Todd Wilson is splendidly wicked as the town’s power broker who is determined to destroy the one business he doesn’t own. Amber Seabolt is a sweet and convincing love interst as Mary Bailey, and the large cast includes veteran actors as well as children. As part of this year’s Christmas at the Crossroads, the Perry Players are urging the public to make this a “Dinner and Theatre” experience by patronizing Leta’s and The Swanson, and then walking over to the play. A holiday treat tor the family The Perry Players present “It’s a Wonderful Life!” by James H. Rodgers, adapted from the film by Frank Capra Director, Linda Deibert. Producer, Martha Alexander. Show dates: Dec. 7,8, 12,13,14,15 at 8 p.m. and December 9 and 16 at 2:30 p.m. Adults sl2 Youth: $6 For reservations call: (478)987-5354 Theatre Location: 909 Main St., Perry According to Brooke Van Wert, a spokesperson for the school, “The dancers have been working on this production since September and are very excited to present it to our area. “ This is a great show for people of all ages and especially for children. It truly tells the story of Christmas and why it is so important to honor what Christmas is about,” Van Wert said. This performance will be at 7 p.m. on Dec. 15 at Mount De Sales Academy Zuver Center in Macon. Tickets are sls adults and $lO children. Tickets can be purchased by calling 953-1117 or at the door. ————■ also played the positions of linebacker, punter and placekicker. Getting it right were Rhonda Parrish, Mike Stanley, Terry Everett, Chris and Larry Thomson, Jaloo Zelonis, Laurie Jones, Nancy Braswell, Olivia Stachorek, Bill Harrison and Jim Worrall. Hopeless in New Hampshire Presidents Harry Truman and Lyndon Baines Johnson decided against seeking re-election after poor show ings in the New Hampshire Primary. Getting it right were Rhonda Parrish, Mike Stanley, Terry Everett, Chris and Larry Thomson, Jaloo Zelonis, Laurie Jones, Nancy Braswell, Olivia Stachorek, Bill Harrison and Jim Worrall. Living long The Seventh Day Adventists have been wide ly studied for their longevity Send any or all answers to hhjquiz@yahoo.com, CLUBS HOUSTON HOME JOURNAL “Are you smart enough ” jjfjk g bw 8 j< JHK . Joumal/CharlottePerkins Guardian Angel, Clarence. Odbody, is played by Samuel Bowers, shown here with the show’s star related to their nutritional standards. Getting it right were Mike Stanley, Terry Everett, Chris and Larry Thomson, Jaloo Zelonis, Nancy Braswell and Olivia Stachorek. Riven in the sky The ancient Egyptians saw the Milky Way as the heavenly counterpart to the Nile. Getting it right were Rhonda Parrish, Mike Stanley, Terry Everett, Chris and Larry Thomson, Jaloo Zelonis, Nancy Braswell, Olivia Stachorek and Bill Harrison. Funny Dancer Matt Harding has become famous for his videos in which he is dancing a happy little dance in locations all around the world. Getting it right were Rhonda Parrish, Mike Stanley, Terry Everett, Chris and Larry Thomson, Jaloo Zelonis, Laurie Jones, Nancy Braswell and Olivia Stachorek