What a wild Elite Eight round! We’re so glad that the Big Ten made a great showing. We know that our favorite Illini fan (Grandpa) was thrilled to see them advance to the Final Four. When it comes to our
2026 brackets: Elite Eight update
2026 brackets: Sweet Sixteen update
We’re bringing you this tournament update from our spring break vacation. Damon is very disappointed that he now is out of the running for the trophy since his champion, Iowa State, lost last night. Grandma is leading the pack with
2026 brackets: Second Round update
Kaboom! That sound you hear is my bracket blowing up thanks to defending champs Florida losing a close game last night. At least a Big 10 team beat them! Karen also lost her championship team with Florida, but she must
2026 brackets: First Round update
Would you look at that! Damon and I are on the top of the leaderboard! We both managed to go 27-5 in the first round. I won’t enjoy this for too long because I know how quickly things can change
2026 brackets: Our picks
Once again, this year our city is hosting the Final Four. The excitement is building around town. But believe it or not, the Clark family isn’t thrilled about the tourney this year for several reasons. IU is not playing…again. A
20 questions with Avery :: 17 years old
It’s that very special time of the year when we celebrate the birth of our precious daughter! Avery is four days away from turning 17. As I asked her these annual 20 questions, I realized that she has outgrown many
11-year doctor’s appointment
It was time for Damon’s annual well-child checkup yesterday. Here are his current stats: Weight – 65.2 pounds, an increase of 2.6 pounds since last year (11th percentile)Height – 53 inches, an increase of 2 inches since last year (8th
20 questions with Damon :: 11 years old
Damon’s birthday is less than a week away, so that means it’s time for the annual installment of his 20 questions! Check out his previous responses. 1. What is your favorite color? red 2. What is your favorite toy? mini
16-year doctor’s appointment
Just 108 days after her birthday, Avery had her annual doctor’s appointment today. She is in the 50th percentile for weight and the 8th percentile for height. The bad news is that she may be done growing, but the good
2025 brackets: Championship update
This post is just a formality because we’ve already announced that Karen has won our family bracket. Congratulations to our new champion! Now Damon is the only one who hasn’t won the trophy. He’s out for blood next year! Avery