A day on the courts.

I wanted to write this last night. I wanted write this so bad I could barely stand it. My mind was spinning with words yet my eyes were spinning with Big Mike's margaritas and exhaustion. It was an eleven hour day for us but Oh My Goodness; was it worth it!

We're just days shy from the two year anniversary of losing our friend, Fenton, to the crash of Flight 5191. There isn't a day that goes by he isn't in each of our thoughts.
Two years ago David and I were on the phone with one another talking about our friend when he said, "You know, I was thinking. . . what if we had a volleyball tournament?" Instantly, I told him that was an amazing idea. . . not really thinking about what I would come to witness.

One year ago on August 15, 2007 the Fenton Dawson Memorial Volleyball Tournament took place. It had not even been a year since losing our friend. Our hearts still lay wide open from the loss. There were eleven teams that played that day. To be honest, it was a bit of a blur. We were all so nervous and running around, making sure everything went smooth as possible. Of course it went smooth, Dave is a meticulous organizer and planner. It was a good day. There was no doubt that we would do it again.

Yesterday, we did just that! It was the 2nd Annual Fenton Dawson Volleyball Tournament. WOW. . . I MEAN . . . W O W!!!
Seventeen teams showed up to help us celebrate our friend. SEVENTEEN TEAMS!!!
That's 102 people plus their family plus friends plus plus plus!!!
It was overwhelming and AMAZING!!!
I wish with all my heart, I could tell each and every person there how MUCH it means to us.

As I stood there watching the volleyballs being tossed into the air, I saw our plan coming together. I saw friends hugging, children playing, teams competing for the win, all the while carrying on with friendly banter across the net.
I heard laughter and I knew we had done what we set out to do.
Fenton wouldn't believe all that was for him. . .
We however, believe it is entirely about him.
I think he'd be proud.
I think he was there.
And I'm pretty sure I heard him laughing.
We love you man. .

Awesome Assistance!!!!

Hello ALL!!!

Well, again - if I've said it once, I've said it hundreds of times now!
I have the MOST AMAZING FRIENDS in my life!!!
This year, 17 years after graduating High School, I was fortunate to re encounter an old friend, Eric Marr.

Eric has made it his career working with the community and its businesses to make them harmonious. Listening to him is inspiring and uplifting.

Recently having moved back to Lexington, Eric is rapidly expanding his network, getting involved and positively infiltrating our community!
He has graciously offered to post a write up for the Volleyball Tourney on his blog space, Infinity Bluegrass!

A big THANK YOU to Eric for his assistance in getting us out there!!!

2nd ANNUAL FENTON DAWSON MEMORIAL VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

HELLO ALL!

Thanks to a wonderful response last year, we will once again be hosting the 2nd Annual Fenton Dawson Memorial Volleyball Tournament!

Last years turnout was amazing and we were overwhelmingly touched! THANK YOU!

You all provided some wonderful feedback and we hope that this year’s tournament will be bigger and better!

We can think of no better way to remember, honor and CELEBRATE Fenton than by bringing a group of people together as friends and family for a day of being together, laughing, competing and havin fun playin a little volleyball!
After all, it is how so many of us made so many wonderful memories!

WHEN: Sunday, August 10, 2008
WHERE: KBA has graciously donated their facility for the 2nd year!
TIME: Pool play begins promptly at 10:00 AM
Doors will open at 9:00 AM
COST: $100/ Team
DIVISIONS: B & C CoRec 6’s (at least 2 females per team please)
D/FUN!!!

Please visit www.fdmvt.org for more details, registration forms and contact information.

VISIT THIS SITE FOR PICTURES AND BLOGS ABOUT THE TOURNAMENT!

We are SUPER EXCITED to see you all!!

Best regards,
Stephanie, Dave, Lisa, Mike, Christie & Susie