THE ROOSTER CROWS in EDEN

December 5, 2014

Congratulations to the Davies family in Frenchglen, Oregon

Burns airs it out for 49-0 Class 2A football title win over Heppner this past Saturday:

Meeting in the trenches.

HERMISTON – Burns scored on its first five possessions and ran away with the Class 2A state football title, thumping Heppner 49-0 Saturday at Kennison Field.

Burns completed an undefeated 13-0 season with the win behind a dynamic offense and smothering defense.

Burns allowed just 32 rushing yards and 98 yards of total offense. The Hilanders gained 507 yards of total offense, which included 237 passing yards from senior quarterback Austin Feist.

Feist, who completed just one pass in nine attempts in the semifinal last week playing in strong winds, connected on 10 of 16 throws and four touchdowns.

“We worked our butts off all year to get this,” Feist said. “We’ve got a great group of guys that puts in the hard work day in and day out, and Coach Graham always has us prepared.”

Burns coach Terry Graham wanted to throw the football last week against Regis, but the wind played too much of a part and they couldn’t. Even through moderate to heavy snowfall during the game, Graham was confident his team could move the ball through the air – and they certainly did.

“I didn’t think it would be like this against Heppner,” Graham said. “I figured we’d go up and down the field with them. We’ve been able to play the game we have wanted to most of the year, but this is a tribute to how hard out players worked. It’s not easy to get here.”

Heppner came into the game with a potent offense of its own, but just couldn’t get in sync due to Burns’ fast and aggressive defense. Heppner quarterback Kaden Clark was intercepted twice, and leading rusher Brian Rill had two carries for 19 yards.

The championship is the first football title in school history for the Hilanders, who dropped down from Class 3A this year.

Burns running back Jeff Davies had an outstanding game on the ground with 188 yards on 20 carries and a touchdown, but the big damage was done with the forward pass.

“We felt like we could throw all year long,” Graham said. “We run the ball so dang well, sometimes we don’t even get a chance to throw. What a great win.”

Heppner ended the season 12-1, but with a bulk of the roster returning for them, the Mustangs could make another run through the 2A playoffs next season.

“Hats off the Heppner, they are a great team,” Graham said. “What Coach (Greg) Grant has done there has been great.”

Stacy and Jeff Davies

Thanksgiving

We welcomed 27 family and friends to the house for Thanksgiving this year. Our Annex, a garage spruced up a bit with a full bath and heat served as the dining room. Each year we put our name on the table and chair list at the Allen Fire Co No. 15 and gather up a work party to load and set up the seating. This year we extend our thanks to Scott and Thomas Moore, Jeff and Abby Berthiaume for their gift of labor. Although I was there to get in the way, I’m not a whole lot of help any longer in the lifting segment of preparation.

All set and ready for the visitors.

Thanks to the Lord, lets eat.

n attendance this year were Lee and Ree Fiddler, Kathryn, Jeff and Abby Berthiaume, Sarah, Rachael, Tommy Palmer and Sarah’s escort Scott Moore, and his son and daughter Thomas and Samantha, up for a visit from Americus, GA. Barbara, Carolyn, Joe and Tera Romspert and Barbara’s escort Mike Gelsenan came from Lewes, DE.. Gary, Colleen and Erin Bifferato were here from Elkton, MD. Ron, Kate, Sarah, Beth and Megan Krajewski and Sarah Moore, also from Lewes, DE were here. Our very good friends Chuck and Jan Wojciechowski from 4 miles down the road, formally of Ohio were here with their wonderful Brussel Sprouts and Beans for 18. Of course this year the Beans were made for 27 with very few leftovers.

The Main course revolved around Turkey and Ham. Kathryn made what I shall describe as the best dang Sausage Stuffing I’ve ever had. There were 20 pounds of Mashed Potatoes along with Sweet Potatoes and Turnips. Green Beans and onions and Carrots were there along with the customary Cranberries, rolls and butter. Mac and Cheese complemented the meal also.All of the above could be moistened in a scrumptious Turkey Gravy.

The desert table held Pumpkin, Shoo Fly, Cherry and Berry pies to be joined by an Apple Cake and Tiramisu. No one left hungry and the leftovers were distributed as everyone headed home. A great meal, a great gathering of friends and family and another Thanksgiving to remember.

The Wojos

These guys will greet you when you arrive at the Wojciechowski's.

Chuck and Jan Wojciechowski moved to Maryland 13 years ago from Bratenahl, Ohio. They have a unique waterfront property on the Wicomico River. Chuck and Jan have turned their 13 acres into sculpted paths with sitting areas, bridges and eye catching eclectic displays of smile stimulating items throughout any walk about their property. They are rightfully proud of their property and welcome anyone interested to tour their little piece of enhanced nature.

Should you want for a walk with nature in a special setting, stop in for a visit with Chuck, Jan and their Terrier Emily. You will leave knowing you were welcomed with prideful warmth to their bit of natures setting.

It’s always a treat to go to their home over the Christmas holidays and stand in awe looking at their Christmas tree and decorations in their family room. Coming into this room from the cold outside one is always warmed by a fire in their wood burning stove. It’s a wonderful inviting space.

Where in the World?

Jeff as been home this week and will head out on Sunday to Canberra, Australia. If he's lucky he may get back home in time for Santa's arrival.

http://canberra.usembassy.gov

On Thursday of this week several of these holes were observed. Thanks to our former resident Danielle Nagele, a Risk Communication Specialist with NOAA who set me straight on what this was. Danielle has an extensive background in Meteorology.

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