Ordinary Extra – Monday Mundane
Ordinary Extra – June 5, 2023. Monday Mundane.
Monday morning, the rain fell softly and quietly in its overcast scene. The wet gray scene did not inspire anyone in our home to rise, shine, and hit the ground running.
Ordinary Extra – A Great Start
Ordinary Extra – June 2, 2023. A Great Start.
My day started early with the threat of high heat and then cold front bringing storms and rain. But the morning was gorgeous. The sun climbed and another gift from God had dawned.
Ordinary Extra – Another Goodbye
Ordinary Extra – June 1, 2023. Another Goodbye.
When it comes right down to it, no, it doesn’t get easier. We hugged and said our goodbyes. He got in the car to leave and we talked through the open window.
Matthew 6:22 Meaning: The Light in a Brother’s Eyes
Matthew 6:22 found me three days before my brother’s final breath at 6:22 PM. The resurrection is the breath in every beautiful thing: and his eyes were full of light.
Mother’s Day 2023 – The Chosen
May 14, 2023 – Mother’s Day – The Chosen Mother’s Day 2023 was approaching and I started to think on the subject a little more intently than I usually do. As strange as this…
To My Friend, Ben
May, 2023 – To My Friend, Ben – It was November, 2015 and despite having three older kids that played sports, including varsity sports at Goffstown High School, we had not experienced hockey at GHS…
Thank You Coach Slocum – Goffstown Hockey
Thank you Coach Slocum ~ April, 2023 –
Thank you Coach Slocum, not just for the 16 years. But for the joys, the celebrations, and maybe even a few tears.
Undaunted by adversity, and what others may deem; you were fair and honest. Years weren’t about you, but rather, the team.
Your teams exceeded predictions and set records, the wins they did amass. But nobody can take away your 16 seasons of exuding class.
The program must carry on, but it, I, will miss you. And this winter when I’m in the booth, I hope you’ll be on a beach, with a view.
I know that you would be the last one to do what I am about to do, but this one, Ben, this one is all about you.
So, spring of ’23 and I roll out some words in this rhyme, a Thank You Coach Slocum, words and numbers one last time.
Come Back – Goffstown Hockey – 2022-2023 Season
April 17, 2023 – Come back to Goffstown Grizzlies Hockey. This is a look back at the 2022-2023 hockey season. A wonderful season! It’s a tribute to the last eight seasons and the coach who rejuvenated the hockey program. This is also a call to action on behalf of high school sports.
7 Years Not Here
7 Years Not Here
April 14, 2023: I am missing my Dad. It has been seven years. 7 years not here. Dad, I miss you. But, how could I ever question God’s perfect timing. I know you are in your heavenly home and that thought alone makes me smile.
Sliver of the Burden
April 9, 2023. Easter Sunday. A sliver of the burden. To me, this is not just some story that has been handed down through the ages, but rather a current event, for He Lives! Each one of our sins paid in full. Our sins, you see, each one of them, a sliver of the burden He took to the cross. Read this story. Feel this story. There has been no greater gift.
Season of Growth – 2010 Flames – 2022-2023
March 20, 2023 – Season of Growth – 2010 Flames – 2022-2023
In a season that didn’t know when to quit, it suited the 2010 Flames (The 2 Team) just fine. Because this team doesn’t know how to quit.
Regionals Weekend – 2010 Flames
March 17-18, 2023 – Regionals Weekend – Tier III – 2010 Flames.
The 2010 Flames season was over last Sunday. Done. Then a team backed out of Regionals. The Flames were called. The Flames went. They played in the Tier III New England Regionals. After a 2-1 record in pool play, the Flames were the odd team out in a series of tiebreakers. The kids played outstanding team hockey and represented themselves very well. It was a great bonus weekend of hockey to finish the season.
NH D2 Hockey All-State Teams 2023
March 19, 2023 – Here are your NH D2 Hockey All-State Teams for 2023. Congratulations to each person recognized. There are even more folks worthy of such recognition. 2023 NH High School Hockey NH…
Finals Weekend – 2010 Flames
March 10-12, 2023 – Finals Weekend – 2010 Flames.
The Flames played 4 playoff games in a span of 35.583 hours starting in Canton, Mass. and finishing in Hartford, VT. Four intense games from Friday night through early Sunday morning. They only used NH to pass through. They played incredibly well over Finals Weekend.
NHIAA QuarterFinal – (#5) Goffstown 0 at (#4) Merrimack 3
March 05, 2023 – NHIAA QuarterFinal – (#5) Goffstown 0 at (#4) Merrimack 3. There were 35+ minutes of scoreless hockey to start this game. Who netted the first goal was of the utmost importance. The Tomahawks cashed in on a 2-on-1. The Goffstown Grizzlies season ended in the NHIAA Quarterfinal.
Win Lose Or Draw – 2010 Flames
March 4-5, 2023 – Win Lose Or Draw – 2010 Flames. The Flames played at Ristuccia Memorial Arena and Pingree Rink over the weekend. They tied. They lost. They won. They missed the next round by one goal. Win lose or draw, they are our kids. Our team. And I think they have more fun playing than we do watching them.
Three Out Of Four – 2010 Flames
February 25-26, 2023 – Three Out Of Four – 2010 Flames. The 2010 Flames finished their regular season play winning three out of four games over the weekend. With the regular season complete, the Flames earned the #5 seed in the Fed Hockey postseason. And over in GSL Hockey, they bagged the #4 seed. Playoffs begin on March 4th in Fed Hockey and on March 10th for GSL Hockey.
Happy Anniversary Love!
Happy Anniversary Love!
The good Lord has granted us a gift, it’s another brand new day.
Where will we go, what will we do, the opportunity is ours alone.
Our calendar normally has restricted any chance of us getting away.
But it’s morning, I get to hold you and your arms always feel like home.
10 Wins And They’re In – Goffstown 9 at Timberlane 1
February 25, 2023 – 10 Wins And They’re In. Goffstown traveled down to Salem to play Timberlane in their final regular season game of 2022-2023. The Goffstown Grizzlies took advantage of a couple power plays and skated to a 9-1 victory. The win gave the Goffstown hockey team 10 wins and they’re in to the postseason.
One Too Many – Goffstown 2 vs. Somersworth-Coe-Brown 3
February 22, 2023 – One Too Many. The Goffstown hockey team played an incredible 11:52 of hockey to start the game, but had nothing to show for it. Nothing but a 12-3 advantage in shots. Then they gave up the first goal, or the goal that became one too many.
Digging Holes and Zero Goals – 2010 Flames
February 18-19, 2023 – 2010 Flames – Digging Holes and Zero Goals. The Flames played four games over the weekend, and they won two and loss two. They covered some 250 miles and shared plenty of smiles. But the results were all about digging holes and zero goals.
Goaltending And Grit – Goffstown 2 vs. Merrimack 1
February 18, 2023 – Goaltending and grit. The Goffstown Grizzlies had their rematch with Merrimack, this time on home ice. On Senior Night. The Goffstown hockey team got great goaltending and grit en route to their 2-1 win.
Tough Road Win – Goffstown 4 at Alvirne-Milford 3
February 15, 2023 – Tough Road Win. The Grizzlies arrived in the land of marching bands and senior celebrations at a crowded house down at Skate 3. They played a gritty, come from behind game against a good team, and came away with a tough road win, 4-3.
Short Shifts And What Ifs – Goffstown 0 at Oyster River 1
February 08, 2023 – Short shifts and what ifs: The Goffstown Grizzlies got better as the game went on, keeping shifts short, and rolling their lines. One goal bested them on the scoreboard, but there is hope in the what ifs.
We Can Do Better – 2010 Flames – 10 Days in February
February 03 – 12, 2023 – 2010 Flames – We Can Do Better. This is a story of 10 days in February. Hockey, skating, and rinks everywhere. The 2010 Flames played 6 games in this span, with a 2-2-2 record. Stick with me here, because I think we can do better.
Back To Basics – Goffstown 4 vs. Nashua South Pelham 2
February 06, 2023 – Back To Basics: With a few changes in the lineup due to some shifts in players dressed for the game, the Goffstown Grizzlies got back to basics. They played more players in the game overall, and chemistry was replaced with focus on making good hockey plays.
Early And Late – Goffstown 3 at Dover 5
February 04, 2023 – Early And Late: This was a good matchup for the Goffstown Grizzlies. The game was quite competitive. The Goffstown hockey team played well for stretches of this game, but they got beat early and late. That was the difference in their 5-3 loss at Dover.
Where’s The Heart – Goffstown 4 vs. Nashua North – Souhegan 6
January 26, 2023 – The Goffstown Grizzlies had a 4-1 lead. Then came 5 unanswered goals from the Nashua North Souhegan hockey team, which made some wonder, where’s the heart? from the Goffstown hockey squad.
I was unable to attend the game on Thursday night, but I got this quote from a very reliable source who was at the game. “6-4, lost to Nashua. 5 unanswered goals. Zero heart. Print that.” I also got this, “Lost, 6-4. Gave up 5 unanswered goals…skated around like they never played before.”
Grizzlies Again In OT – Goffstown 4 vs. Spaulding 3 (OT)
February 02, 2023 – On January 7th these two teams played an overtime game. Goffstown was able to get the win. Then on Thursday night, they played at Sullivan Arena, and it was the Grizzlies again in OT. This time it was 4-3.
Start To Finish – Goffstown 1 vs. Winnacunnet 0
January 30, 2023 – This game was a real treat from start to finish, one goal scored or not. End to end action with other-worldly goaltending and a great play for the lone goal of the game. I tip my cap to both teams, both coaches, and the officials. This was a beauty.
It Wasn’t To Be – Goffstown 1 at Portsmouth-Newmarket 2
January 28, 2023 – The Goffstown Grizzlies fell behind, 2-0 and then spent the rest of the game throwing everything they could at the net. It wasn’t to be. The Goffstown hockey team fell, 2-1 despite piling up 35 shots on goal over the final 30 minutes.
The Reason Why – 2010 Flames – Come Back Win and a Tie
January 28-29, 2023 – 2010 Flames – Saturday the Flames came back from a 2-0 deficit to win, 3-2. Then on Sunday they played a great game, earning a 1-1 tie. The players were great,…
2010 Flames – 3-2-1 In Pictures
January 22, 2023 – 2010 Flames – 3-2-1 in pictures.
Some weekends look better on the ice than other weekends. These are pre-teen kids and sometimes they play up to competition, sometimes they play down to it. Either way, they give a lot of effort. Perhaps their tireless effort could be stretched much further as their ability to move up and down the ice as a team improves.