If You Build It . . . . .

They will come. Do you remember this line from Field of Dreams? Here in Western PA, we now have our own Field of Dreams. As many of you know, my grandson has spina bifida, and uses a walker for mobility. A few months ago, when his sister signed up for softball, DD Mary had the heartbreaking task of informing Bubby that he couldn't play baseball. But that has changed!!! Pittsburgh Pirate Charities has funded "Miracle Field" for the Miracle League of Southwestern PA http://www.miracleleagueofsouthwesternpa.com/. Saturday was the opening day of this league, and my grandson played in the exhibition inning as well as the first game. And he had the very first RBI in this new league.

This is Bubby in the dugout awaiting the start of the game.


This is Bubby at the bat. He was so happy to have his first hit.

And he's running to first after that first hit.

And then runs the bases.



And finally in the field with his angel in the field, his daddy and biggest fan.

There were so many family members in the stands that when Bubby was announced and the cheer went up, Pirate broadcaster Steve Blass said that Bubby was a "crowd favorite" and Greg Brown, fellow broadcaster, replied that it appears James is a top vote-getter in the all star voting. A huge thank you to all that made this miracle happen for my grandson, and all the other "special" players in this league