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Mini-mite moniker

Each year the mini-mites have Mite Night - it is quite a big deal. The kids are able to skate out in the spotlight while they are announced over the PA. Very exciting.

So there has been much consternation in the Schmidt House over what little man should have for his introduction on the big night.

First there was "Broadway Joe" Schmidt.

Then we moved on to "Hurricane Joe" Schmidt.

Then we decided it should be Joe "Boom Boom" Schmidt (courtesy of papa Ed)

However, none of the names have been to little man's liking because he has his little heart set on a name his mother will under no circumstances allow for him to be announced as in his skating debut.

What is the name he cannot live without you ask?


None other than:

Joe "THE GRAVEDIGGER" Schmidt



Sigh.

Comments

Anonymous said…
Sadly, we have created our own monsters. (I think Kirk may be Joe's foil).

I might have to suggest the spotlight idea for our last Mighty-Mite practice next week (I can't believe that I'm actually bummed that the season is almost over. What's wrong with me? I need to get a life!)

nikki
8:47 AM
carey said…
What's wrong with Joe The Gravedigger? It's got a nice ring to it. I say let him, people will be rolling. Wish I were there :)
4:13 PM
Susan said…
Well Carey we took your suggestion and he will be the Gravedigger.
9:58 PM
Chris said…
Yeah, a Gravedigger is a real profession after all, right? Although, I hope that he isn't going to go that far. I too wish I was going to be there to witness this.
10:40 AM
Karen said…
Would pay money to see this one, Susan. Let us know how it goes.
2:11 PM
Karen said…
Susan--had a "shower optional" day today and thought of you. Hope your grown-up life is going well!
8:36 PM
Susan said…
Oh how I miss the shower optional days.
8:29 PM
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