It was only a few hours ago that I had planned on writing about destiny and how everything in life happens for a reason. I will elaborate on my reasoning for that in a moment, but I have to begin this blog with some sad news that has me on the verge of being inconsolable. …
It was 2004, David and I had just celebrated our three-year anniversary. After a successful junior year in high school, both academically and athletically, and a few promising summer showcases, David began to make a name for himself among pro and college scouts. His last year of varsity baseball was upon us and as quickly …
For those of you who don’t know the story of how David and I met here is some background. It was August 2000 and I was the ripe age of thirteen enjoying my awkward phase as an 8th grader. All of a sudden, I heard that a group of baseball players had sought out a …
“When making a decision of minor importance, I have always found it advantageous to consider all the pros and cons. In vital matters, however, such as the choice of a mate or a profession, the decision should come from the unconscious, from somewhere within ourselves. In the important decisions of personal life, we should be …
I can’t believe Spring Training is almost over. It feels like just yesterday that I went to the first game, an exhibition against USF at Steinbrenner Field. I have been visiting David every other weekend since, and after only a few days in Tampa last week, I have a darker tan than I’ve had …
I decided to come back to Tampa this weekend in order to attend a conference for baseball wives and girlfriends hosted by PAO and Baseball Chapel. I was pleasantly surprised at the number of women who attended and how enjoyable the conference actually was. Although I would consider myself very spiritual, I couldn’t tell you …
Per·se·vere, verb to persist in anything undertaken; maintain a purpose in spite of difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement; continue steadfastly. Perseverance is a principal theme in the life of a baseball player. There are many situations in which baseball can test an athlete trying to make strides in the …
If you know me, you also know that I love astrology. I own as many astrology books as I do coffee mugs. Yes – I am a self-proclaimed coffeeholic! I have swayed back and forth between obsession and mere intrigue when it comes to astrology. From a very early age, I had a fascination with …
I finally did it! I made the decision with the help of my husband and some coaxing from a fellow player’s wife, to leave my stable life in Miami in exchange for a life on the road. For some weeks now, I had this undeniable feeling in my gut that the time had arrived for …
It never ceases to amaze me how many people think that the life of a baseball player is all glitz and glamour. While major leaguers get to enjoy more luxuries than those in the minor leagues, the road to the top is not at all glamorous. This past year I decided to quit my …
