A RODEO, RAFFLE, ROPING AND A TALENT SHOW....wheeew thats hard work!

What a day this October 10th was. OurRodeo Club hosted a benefit for the Rory Finch Family. Wow was this an amazing experience . Witnessing the whole community and all our Rodeo Families rally together in support of our Friends in their time of need. Over 90 contestants competed in the Rodeo and then donated their winnings back to the Finch Family. Community businesses donated all of the concession supplies that were sold in the concession stands and over 800 tickets were sold in the Motorcycle vs. Horse Challenge Raffle. I love this Valley and the examples of selflessness charity when our neighbors gather to support a good cause.

After a very long Rodeo day and well in to the night, Mylea still had to go to the local Talent Show. What would a family do without an Aunt Dez. She took her to the house helped Mylea wash off the Rodeo dirt, rehearsed the song and spiffed up her hair. Mylea had a great experience singing "Our Song" she did not win the contest but I am perty sure her grandpa Marlen was peekin' down a watchin' her with a big smile on his face. GREAT JOB MYLEA! We are sure proud of you!

LABOR DAY ROPING IN LINDEN- CLANCEY AND WES

Dickie Loaded up the boys and took them to Linden for the Labor Day ropings.
I think they had a good time. Clancey ended up winning 4th and Wes's heeler missed to win it!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MYLEA!

A NEW EVENT FOR MYLEA AND TERRY

HIGH FIVE - UP TOP MYLEA!

Mylea ropes a few at Nanas. Dad gave her some last minute instructions and helped her down the arena. Mom and Wes turned her a few. Mylea even caught one. We had a great time. I THINK SHE IS HOOKED!

Rustyn has a bath at gramma's

Two 1st's for Mylea at the Pioneer Days Rodeo

in St Johns. 1st in the Flag Race and 1st in the Ribbon Roping with Brother Wesley and Dad.

What a HOT, FUN and very long day. We headed back to RV for the RVRCE Jackpot that night.

Mylea won 3rd in the Barrels and 2nd in the Poles.

Who's that flying high in the DOME?

Dickie changed all the bulbs in the dome

Rustyn Thomas McBride's Blessing Day

Everyone made it but Clancey and Gramma McBride

Amanda, Wes and Rustyn McBride. Rustyn's Blessing Day.

Round Valley Rodeo 2009 Buddy and Dickie

Round Valley Rodeo 2009 Merr and Chemo

4th of JULY FEVER

This weekend has been a very crazy one for the quick over view. Merrilea and Dickie decided they would run in the 4th of July Rodeo, SAY WHAT? yeah thats right. Last year was not very productive in the Rodeo Arena, Merr hardly rode at all with the reumatic fever keeping her home alot of the summer. They've been working to get ready, hitting jackpots and practicing at Nanas. They both ended up in the "slack" on Friday the 3rd. Merrilea was very excited and nervous..........(hey it's been 17 years ago since she ran the 4th) They arena was very muddy and ole' Chemo was not real excited , but they ran great and she was very happy to be a part of the Rodeo moment again. Dickie roped with Buddy and things just were not meant to be, Buddy broke out and Dickie legged up! It's all good though. The Family was there to cheer them on and I think that made it even more FUN and memorable. The Family headed to the Lunds that evening to decorate the Rodeo Club Float and be ready for the parade on Saturday! GREAT turn out lots of families were there to decorate. We all had a BIG laugh and enjoyed each others company on a cool Summer Evening. The parade was a good time. Rustyn rode in his 1st parade. Dickie got a little torturing as the truck that pulled the float had a sign on it that said.....
"Look who turned 50 oh what a thrill, he can hardly ride over the Hill" he just grinned a shook his head, and followed and roped the dummy for the whole parade route. The netest thing about the parade was later that day they announced " THE RVRCE won 2nd prize in the Parade". Everyone was excited. Finally made it to the Fire works, we head over to the Spr. Park, it gives you a straight shot to the Airport. Great Fun, Great Times and a perfect ending to a 4th of July weekend.

Jumpin Frogs Action

Wow what a fun Party for the Lady Softball Jumpin' Frogs. Mylea has participated on a great team this Spring. We attended the Banquet and all the girls received awards and a trophy this season they went 11-1 WOW! Mylea received the " Miss Pump Up and Most Aggressive" player . She was very excited and we had a great time helping with the Team throught outthe season.