Letting the Pictures Tell the Story

I’ve had so many emotions surrounding the softball benefit for Brittany, which is why it’s been very hard for me to write about it.


I could write from some many perspectives.

I could share stories about how it started.

I could write about the day itself. The happy faces. The amazing food. The talented band. The generous donations. The beautiful weather. The memories shared of Brittany. I could go on forever...

I could write about how much work and heart Kristin Matthews and the Raymond family put into planning the event.

I could write about how much I want to cry when I think about all of the people who donated and supported the cause.

I could write about how amazing my team was during the softball benefit; a team that started as friends – some strangers – and transformed into a family.

I could also write about how I haven't ever been so sore in my life...and I couldn't run for a whole week afterwards because my muscles refused to move. But it was good to know I wasn't alone:

But instead of trying to find the right words – which has been really hard for me. I thought I would let these pictures and conversations on Facebook do the talking for me.

Team Spirit

She amazes and inspires me beyond words.

Setting up the tents!

Oh logistics.

Jeff, were you hungover?

One of my favorite pictures of the night...after the championship game.

beautiful.

surrounded by love.

thinks makes me hungry again...

intense.

amazing.

beautiful smiles; loving hearts.

Battle wounds from @jozzyj

The CHAMPS!

Runner's up & super proud!

Good action shot!

My favorite picture of the entire event. Perfect.

 There are so many more pictures available on Kristin Matthew's profile. Check them out.

Thank you to everyone who participated, sponsored, donated or came out to celebrate Brittany's life at the Brittany Raymond Arnold Grand Slam benefit. It truly was a beautiful event that will have a lasting impact on so many lives.

Much love,
Ashley

Do You Have A Team Yet?

I am thrilled to say that I officially have a softball team for the Brittany Raymond Arnold Grand Slam Benefit. My current team members are:

1. Ashley Sieb (co-captain)
2. Ryan Blythe (co-captain)
3. Jocelyn Linder
4. Justin Sieb
5. Trista Bauer
6. Ben Poehler
7. Megan Kitson
8. Jarred Friedt
9. TJ Foley
10. Joel Koons
11. Perhaps Mama Theresa (my mom) =)

Cheerleaders: Chloe Inskeep and Jenna Razo

So, do you have your team yet?! Please sign up soon! It'll be a BLAST celebrating Brittany's life and raising money for a trust fund for Brittany's children that was set up through her parents.

"We, the grandparents, have established a trust fund through our attorney for the children higher education and any proceeds from Brittany's Grand Slam Tournament will be deposited to it."

I also wanted to update you on exciting news since my last blog post!! Information can be found at https://sites.google.com/site/grandslambenefit/

TSHIRT INFO: https://sites.google.com/site/grandslambenefit/t-shirt-order-form

$10 if ordered ahead of time. Will be available for $12 the day of, but sizes are not guaranteed. Child sizes available ONLY when ordered ahead of time, XXL is $12 ahead of time/ $14 day of.

Child sizes: Small (6-8)
Medium (10-12)
Large (14-16)
Adult sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL, XXL

BAND:
Unlikely Alibi will be playing in the afternoon (time TBA)
http://www.reverbnation.com/unlikelyalibi

RAFFLE/SILENT AUCTION ITEMS:

• Black and white relationship session and a small archival print from Bradrick
• Massage gift certificate and a small yoga basket with a 5 class pack, eye pillow, and block from LOTUS Yoga, Wellness, & Gallery
• $25 Gift Card to Scott's Food & Pharmacy
• Gift Basket: Water Bottle, Coffee Cup, 3 Golf Balls, Golf Towel, Keyring, Long-Sleeve T-Shirt, Team Shirt, Hat, and Callaway Gift Card from ProFed, Fort Wayne
• Gift Basket from Midwest America Federal Credit Union
• $100 gift certificate to Eichhorn Jewelry
• $20 gift certificate to Nine Mile Restaurant
• Gift Certificate to prepare, free of charge, a Standard Will Package, plus, if desired, a Power of Attorney, Health-Care Representative Appointment and Living Will from Scott B. Ainsworth

SPONSORS:

• The Calvert Ladies
• The Lotus Yoga, Wellness & Gallery
• Bradrick
• Scott's Food and Pharmacy
• New Haven Print
• Schurger Law Firm
• Midwest America Federal Credit Union
• ProFed
• Don Ray Drive-A-Way
• Anytime Fitness
• Eichhorn Jewelry
• Star Financial
• Bunge
• Nine Mile Restaurant & Catering
• Devoss, Johnson, Zwick, Baker & Ainsworth Attorneys at Law 

Questions? Concerns? Ideas?
Please contact:

Michael and Gina Raymond
or
Kristin Matthews
415-F Canal Court North Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46202
KristinLMatthews@gmail.com
cell: 260-223-1550

Please make all checks payable to Kristin Matthews
Receipts available upon request

Much love,

Ashley