Saturday Slight

So lovely to go outside this morning and see the moon, a few stars and just a few clouds in the sky. 

After yesterday's wet, foggy and dismal weather, it looks like we're getting a break and maybe even a beautiful day ahead. 

During yesterday afternoon's gloom, there was an escape from the yucky weather at Roxane's arena where I board my horses. 

An area 4-H group comes every Friday afternoon to enjoy their horses and maybe a little learning. 

I spent some time visiting with Kim Lippert whose daughter is a member of the 4-H group. 

It's laid-back and definitely an upbeat activity for the kids in the dead of winter.

It's nice that the members have this outlet, and really nice for old ladies looking for some fun photos and visiting on a rainy day.  

Above:  Bill has been tacking up posters promoting this year's Trout Unlimited Fly Fishing Film Tour.  

So, I decided to help spread the word here on the blog. 

It's four weeks away, and it's always a popular event in Sandpoint, so mark it on your calendar. 

Below:  Big Bulldog basketball day. 

Willie is headed out this morning for Moscow with his Bulldogs.  

They'll be tipping off against the Bears at 3 p.m., and, by golly, earlier this week Hudl.com worked well for streaming the game. 

So, it should work for today's game.

After that 1-point overtime loss Thursday night in the thriller against Coeur d'Alene, the Bulldogs are hungry for a win. 

Wishing them luck and hoping they enjoy those pillows with basketballs on the pillowcases which Debbie gave them for today's bus ride.  

Good luck, Sandpoint Bulldogs. 

It's also Game Day for the ZAGS men. 

And, tonight's matchup will probably be a nailbiter as the ZAGS host the St. Mary's Gaels at McCarthey Athletic Complex aka the Kennel. 

Virtually every game with St. Mary's presents a challenge, so let's hope for some good vibes and a great ZAGS victory tonight. 

Tip off:  7:30 p.m. PST

Television:  ESPN. 

GO, ZAGS!!!

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I'm probably not exaggerating when I say that I could list  thousands of reasons for why Sandpoint High School has been and continues to provide one of the most amazing and productive settings for students to experience a well-rounded education. 

Through my own experience as a student there in the 1960s, as an educator from the late '60s to the early 2000s and as a journalist who loves to tell or write stories about the school's graduates, I've witnessed the academics, the activities and the overall positive atmosphere at this school for more than 60 years.

I've always been beyond proud of my alma mater.

If ever there were a fun and all-inclusive way of showcasing what is so great about this school, Erin McGovern Roos and her team have done just that.  

Stay tuned for 13 minutes of upbeat fun and playful creativity from the students and staff of  Sandpoint High School.

I smiled through the entire production, and I'll probably watch it again and again and again.

I think that every Sandpoint High graduate would do the same. 

This production will make your day.  

Erin McGovern Roos, you orchestrated an amazing production which will be enjoyed for decades to come.

 Thank you. 

Hint:  watch toward the end when Willie Love aka Coach Love nails an assist for Bulldog standout Logan Roos.