N.E. Lakeview College Ribbon Cutting

Hello Everyone,

Northeast Lakeview College is having their ribbon cutting ceremony in a week and a half - Friday 11/14/08 at 2:00 pm. The Kruse family is invited. It sounds like they plan to acknowledge the family in some way. They've asked me for more insightful info about the early days in the area and have been in touch with the archaeologist that surveyed the land.

Should be worth attending.

Thanks,

Clay

Kruse Cookbook

I'm finishing up getting the Kruse Cookbook online. I just wanted to know if there were any recipe's in the book that needed to be fixed. If you know of any incorrect recipe's let me know by November 13th. After that I will post the cookbook the way it is.
Craig

Craig's Job

Hello everyone,
Just a little update on my job situation. I'm not trying to take the thunder away from Audry's promotion(which is really awesome by the way), but I finally have a new job. I'm working in the Geek Squad at Best Buy. Unfortunately, I can't get anybody discounts so don't ask. If you do ask I will completely ignore you and never talk to you again. That's a promise. Just kidding. Or am I?
Craig

Audry's Promotion

I am excited to tell everyone that I got a promotion! I will be the new Children's department manager at our Fort Worth location for Neiman Marcus. I am blessed to have this opportunity! It will be a big adjustment and challange so keep me in your prayers! I love you all!

Always, Audry

Pray for Kayla

Kayla has had some knee pain for quite some time now. She has started physical therapy and trying to work it out as much as possible with electric stimulation, ice and stretching. She has patella tendonitis...............they think. If this doesn't work she might have a fracture in her growth plate. I"m sure she'll be fine but if ya'll could drop a quick prayer her way it'd be much appreciated. I hope everyone is well.
Kristy

All Stars Are Over

All Stars is over for now. Derek had a tough game pitching and the defense wasn't doing to hot either. That was their first loss. The second loss the coach misunderstood something i said and took it out on Derek by sitting him out all but one inning of the game. It was terrible. They put two kids in who have pitched maybe once in their lives and they had 6 score off of them. Then he finally brought Derek in and nobody scored off of him. Then, he pulled Derek out and put his son in(wild pitcher) and they scored 4 off of him. Hmmmmmm? Logic you ask? Yeah me too. I'm still a lil' chapped about this...............can ya tell? My dad and i weren't the coolest people in the world. In fact we kinda lost all our cool points but hey..............it's not personal. They're just a name i can't say because you guys are family.............damn it!!!

District Champs!!!

The Styk's swept their second Tournament making them District Champions. Derek pitched a great game and hit a home run. Two more boys hit home runs as well and they all played great. Last inning they were behind 5-4 and their only hope was for the first two to get on base and the third to hit a home run and that's exactly what they did. The boy that hit the winning home run was so happy he was crying. The team met him at home plate and they were so excited!!! Next Tournament is in Castroville.

Derek's Next Game

Derek has a scrimmage against Converse at the Schertz Fields tomorrow night at 6:00.

Derek in All-Stars

The Styk's swept the 1st Tournament. Thursday and Friday they won 10 - 0 and Sunday they won 6 - 4. The next tournament begins June 25 and lasts through the 29th. I'll keep his game times updated as i get them.

La Vernia outfielder signs with military institute

La Vernia Bear baseball standout Colton Kruse signs his letter of intent June 4 to attend Marion Military Institute in Alabama. Seated at the table with Kruse were his mother, Teri; brother, Lance; and father, Clayton. Also present were coaches (from left) Cedric Harris, Bo Robinson, John Elder, Jake Wells, and La Vernia High School Principal Cheryl Barron.

Robert C. McDonald
Wilson County News
June 10, 2008

LA VERNIA — Just days before receiving his high school diploma, recent La Vernia graduate Colton Kruse had another reason to celebrate. The talented athlete was busy signing his letter of intent to attend school and play baseball for Marion Military Institute (MMI) in Alabama.

After considering a number of schools, including Texas Lutheran University, Sam Houston State University, and the University of Texas at San Antonio, Kruse eventually decided on MMI.

“It’s been a dream of mine to play baseball in college,” Kruse said. “MMI really came through for me.”

According to Kruse, the relationship with MMI began when the school’s recruiters were at a La Vernia baseball game, scouting a player from the other team. It was at that time they took notice of Kruse’s talent. They later approached Kruse and began discussing scholarship options.

“We’re excited to have Colton,” said MMI baseball Coach Jake Wells. “He’s a great player.”

La Vernia High School baseball Coach John Elder was also on hand for the signing. He praised Kruse as well, saying, “He is a good leader and has a strong work ethic.”

Kruse credited his team, coaches, and parents for helping him achieve his goals. When asked about any one game or moment from his senior season, Kruse said the whole season was a highlight. He said he would never forget the way his team and coaches all came together.

At this time, Kruse is uncertain what he will focus his major coursework on at school. He is also uncertain if attending a military academy will lead to a military career, but he isn’t ruling anything out at this time.

When asked how he felt about attending a military academy, Kruse simply said he was excited. He’s not worried about the extra demands a military school will put on him.

As for Kruse’s parents, they aren’t worried either. In fact, his mother, Teri, said she liked the fact that he’s going to a military school.

“Since he’s going so far away, I think it’s a good thing,” she said. “The added structure will help with the adjustment.

“He’s a good kid,” she added. “He’ll do great.”

Derek's Next Game

Derek's team, the Styks had a great game. They won 10 - 0. Derek was pitching and he did really well. He pitched all but one inning and only two guys hit off of him. We kinda laughed about it because both hits came at him. One guy got on but was thrown out at second. His next game is Friday, June 13, 2008 at 6:00 in Castroville. If anyone wants to go just take Hwy 90 West to Castroville and follow the airport signs.

Evelyn Kruse

Just passing on information regarding the passing of my Mother last night. She was 87.

There will be a viewing 5-9 pm this Thursday (June 12) at Mission Park South Funeral Home in San Antonio with a Rosary at 7:00 pm. Mass will be held at 10:00 am Friday (June 13) at St. Hedwig Catholic Church with burial following at Holy Cross Cemetery.

I would appreciate it if you would pass it on.

Thanks

Robert Kruse

Derek in All-Stars

Derek's first game is Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 8:15 pm in Castroville. They will be playing for sure Friday and Saturday as well. Possibly Sunday. That's the warm up tournament.

They will be playing in Boerne next Wednesday - Sunday but we don't know the times yet. As far as i can see their aren't any home games in the near future. I'll put the schedule up as they move forward.

Family Reunion

For those that may not have know, the family reunion will be June 7, 2008. As usual it starts at 11:00 am and ends whenever. Lunch will start around 12pm. You should bring enough meat for your own family and a side dish. Grandchildren are to bring a dessert. For those who have small children please bring a swimsuit and towel for them. There will be a shallow pool and sprinkler. Also, we will be taking a family picture at 4:00pm. We hope to see everyone there.
Craig

Mary-Claire Lee Finch

Mary-Claire Lee Finch turned one year old on May 25th. Here are a few pictures of her.

Summer Sunday

Thought you guys might enjoy these....Remember the days when you were a kid...not a care in the world...Summer Sunday evening in our back yard "drinking" their melted vanilla ice cream! SUCH HAMS!!!!! (Will age 4 (almost), Brie age 2)

Love Vickie

Cousin's Graduating

Chad is graduating on May 31st at 9am & Colt is graduating on June 6th.

Elizabeth's Graduation

Elizabeth Graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio on May 10th after a long and arduous journey. She thanks everyone that was able to make it to her graduation party. Here are a few pictures of the grad.

Combo Story

Derek had a game today and they won. He had 1 pop fly and was out, 1 inside the park home run and 1 home run over the left center fence. He made All-Stars so we're really happy about that. Cara had her 3rd birthday today and it was a lot of fun. Grandpa and Mike were there and it was really good to visit with them.

Shark!!!

Mom and Dad went to Florida Thursday. I talked to them today and they went fishing. Mom fought an 80 pound shark!!!! She said that as she was reeling it in the line broke. It was an official catch according to the fishing guide. Go Mom!!!! I guess you could say she has a REAL fishin' story.
Kristy

FYI: Surgery

FYI. I have had so many surgeries I figure I'm a pro at this point. Apparently not. I had surgery back In may on my foot as many of you know. It was just an In and out procedure with no worries. Well, now my foot Is worse than ever. My doctor dropped me under ridiculous circumstances. So, I went to my PCP and told him briefly the situation. First I want to point out that he's the doctor that everyone refers to(the surgeon). My PCP ran some scans on me and It took him nearly two weeks to get back to me after I'd been calling everyday. When I finally got a hold of him he didn't say much. He just said that I had some arthritis and my ligaments are swelling. He was fumbling for a referral kind of nervous like. This was all very strange to me because he has always been very Informative on any situation. Then he told me that all he will say Is that I need to get a second opinion. Again, very strange. So I know some people who work for doctors so I asked around what they might think. All anyone says Is to get a second opinion on the situation. Natalie spoke to her boss and she said that It sounds like somebody messed up In the O.R. and they are trying to cover It up. Hopefully that Is not the situation but as strange as everyone Is acting I can't help but get a little nervous. Anyway, even great doctors can screw up so If surgery ever comes up In your world think long and hard about It. Just FYI.
Kristy

Had A Blast

Well, i guess you could say there were errors in the 1st 4 innings.....and a lot of em'. They woke up in the last inning and scored 4 runs leaving it 5-4 our loss. Derek pitched great and had 2 doubles. He had some buddies on the other team so he had a blast regardless.

Wooooooooooaaaaah!

Derek pitched at Saturdays game and he did really well. He walked the whole game so he was pretty mad about that. He stole home and the ump called him out. Derek slammed his hands on the ground and yelled," COME ON!!!" He was a lil' chapped and for the record he was safe by a mile. Anyway, he hustled out to the mound maddern' a hornet. The guy who tagged him at home plate was up to bat. It was kind of funny. Derek hummed the ball in the inside and the kid stepped back, eyes wide open and said," Wooooooooooaaaaah!" I guess he pitches faster when he's mad? He did hit a kid but he felt really bad about it. The kid was crying on the ground and derek took a knee and hung his head. Anyhow, he struck a lot of em' out and just had a blast. Tomorrow night's game is the kicker. The Reds and Astros have both lost one. We lost against the Reds once, we tied the last game and this is the last time they'll play so it's a make or break kind of thing. I think Derek is pitching because they've had a hard time hitting off of a lefty. We'll see how it goes! GO ASTROS GO!!!

Jessica's Confirmation

I just wanted to send you a few pictures from my confirmation. It was on April 13th. I was lucky enough to have Teri Kruse as my sponsor. This day was very important to my family and me, so I wanted to share it with the whole Kruse Family by sending a few pictures.
Thanks, Jessica

Derek's Baseball Game

Derek has a pretty strong team and great coaches. They've lost one, won five and tied another. Tonight he had a great game. Derek was responsible for 6 out of 11 runs. He had a home run (inside the park) and two triples. This game was 11-2, our win. Way to go Derek!!!

The Penaloza's

Hey, just thought i'd let everyone know Mom and Dad are back together again and everything is back to normal!!! How cool is that! Mom made her famous enchiladas and that's when they told Grandpa. He smiled big and clapped. We're all happy and i just thought i'd share the news.
Kristy

Website Update

Hello Everyone,
I thought I would post some information about the new website menu on here first and then later in an email for the people who don't check the kruse news all the time. I'm sure since you are on this page you have noticed that the menu for the kruse website has changed pretty drastically. I have been working on a new menu of one type or another for about a year now. The other menu's that I tried never seemed to work right until I found this menu. I love this menu. It's elegant and simple to use. It may take some time to get used to, but it takes up so much less space than the old one. Also, if you were very observant you noticed that their were three brand new links. I won't tell you what two of them are because I want you to find them, but also because they don't actually go anywhere yet. All the times I've been telling you that I was working on some things for the website these were it. The one I will tell you about is "The Memory Book". You may remember this from when Granny and Grandpa gave them out to all of their kids. I have made it more useful. Thank You goes to Nancy for lending me the original files so that I was able to use the text without scanning it in. The pictures are of higher quality than was able in the Memory Book before. And last but not least is my favorite feature of the new Memory Book. It is completely searchable. You can search for people's names or phrases or just any word you can think of and it will find it, if it is there to be found. When you click on the link for the Memory Book, which is under Kruse History, you will be taken to a page unlike any other page on the website. It is pretty devoid of stuff accept for the actual Memory Book. At the top of the Book is a navigation bar. You can do many things with the navigation bar and I urge you to play around with it and figure stuff out, but that is where the search bar is. It is pretty obvious. It has the word 'Search' in the box where you type what you are looking for. I urge you to try the search out and be amazed at what you can find and how much more useful the Memory Book really is now. Now go out and enjoy the website.

Craig's New Job

It's a little weird posting news for myself. I got a job... Finally! I'm working at our church Community Bible Church. This is my third week on the job. I am a childcare Administrative Assisstant. I'm hoping this leads to an IT job with the church in a few months. Now I have less time to work on the website.

Game Cancelled

Derek's Monday night game has been cancelled due to the TAKS test on Tuesday. Just FYI if anyone was going.

Derek's Walk Off

It was 12-4 and we were getting cruuuuushed. There were more moans from our parents then "way to go’s." this went on for 4 innings. It was painful. Derek was pitching and doing great but the defense was not so good. Fifth inning and the mojo kicks in. The boys were knockin' in run after run. At this time it was 12-12. Derek comes up to bat. First pitch, ball. Second pitch, ball. I yelled “make this your fourth (homerun), baby!!!" third pitch came up and holy *%#$!!! It started low and just kept sailin'!!! Ladies and gentleman, it was still going up when it cleared the center field fence. Everybody went nuts!!! We won 14-12 and Wes got it on tape!!! Wes managed to get Derek’s homerun ball and all the boys signed it. They were calling Derek mini bonds and the parents were asking if he was on steroids. It was a really cool moment for him. I'm still smilin' and Derek says he's never taking his uniform off. He also says that he's not washing anything......not even his underwear. Uh.....................i don't think so.

Chad & Colt

Both Chad & Colt are playing High School baseball this year – their last - @ NB Canyon & La Vernia. Chad hit a home run last night. They both play on Tues & Fri nites.

Derek's First Game

Well folks the Astros lost their first game 8-5. The coaches put Derek 8th on the line up. Are you kidding me!!! He is the only one who has hit not only one homerun but three. Not to mention the one he nailed over the "bigger" league right field fence the day before the game. I about had a stroke!!! I for once kept my mouth shut........................during the game. At practice i talked to one of the coaches wives. We all know what a low key, mellow person i am right? Well, shockingly enough i was this time...........really. Anyway, we'll get em' Saturday!!! The way i see it is............this year the coaches get thrown out if the parents can't stay controlled. That lil' tidbit of info might come in a lil' handy eh? Just playin'.

David Kruse Family Tradition

Kyle got engaged to Amanda Hedrick of Dallas??!!!
He proposed in CA at sunset on March 22nd! David didn't know it when he proposed to me in CA that he was starting a tradition. David proposed to me in L.A., Norm proposed to Kimberly in Santa Barbara, and now Kyle proposed on Coronado Island. And, all of us, except David, were living in Texas at the time, although I was staying with my aunt and uncle for the summer. Anyway, we are excited!!!!
Love,
Aunt Lana

The Next Fishing Star?

Just wanted to fill you in on Greg's fishing. He is fishing the Texas Bass Champs Tournament Trail. Their last tournament was at Choke Canyon in Three Rivers Texas. Fishing was tough that day. Even with the fish starting to spawn, are in shallow water and are highly aggressive.....Man I've been watching too many fishing shows.... they were still elusive. Greg and his team mate Chris weighed in only 3 keepers for 6 pounds 10 oz. They didn't place in the money but they had a blast. Score thus far FISH-2 GREG-0. His next tournament is at Falcon Lake on April 26th. He is positive that this will be his "Break Through Tournament" Who knows family...you may all be related to the next fishing star...instead of KVD (Kevin Van Dam) It'll be GAB on your Sat fishings shows!

Love Vickie

Easter Pink Eye

Sadly we were not able to go to Janie & Jesse's this year for Easter. We ALL have severe cases of conjunctivitis (PINKEYE). It was terrible! Well just wanted to share our Quaratine pics with the rest of the world...PS We are all better now!!!

Vickie

Derek's First Baseball Game

Derek's first baseball game is Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 1:00pm.
Directions:

35N - Schertz Parkway(Right)
Schertz Parkway - Aero(right).......First 4 Way stop
Aero - Oak St. (right)

"He'll be on the field to your right of the concession stand"

He's on the Astros.

Women's Health

I recently found out about a new medicaid program for women's health. The program is pretty new so i don't have a lot of information on it. We do have applications at the Castroville Road office that we can mail or they can be picked up. On the last page of the application there is an address to send it to. Everything is done by mail and phone so nobody will have to miss work to go into an office for an interview. Anway, just FYI. For those who are interested the phone number is 210.431.8700 or you can reach me directly at 210.431.2389.

Thanks,
Kristy

Engagement

Dear Ones!!!!

We happily announce the engagement of Kyle to the lovely Amanda Hedrick of Dallas, Texas!!!!! We are grateful to God for this blessing!!!!

Love to you!!!
Lana and David

Please be in Prayer

Hey Everybody! thank you so much for your prayers and your support! I'm so excited that in just three days I will be in Nicaragua. With that in mind I ask that you keep praying for the group as well as for me. Pray hard as We are in Nicaragua! please remember us daily in your prayers that God would speak through us and move in a mighty way! I am so thankful to have such awesome friends that I know will remember me in their prayers!

In Christ,
Jeremy
Romans 1:16

Gone Fishin'

Just wanted to drop everyone a note to say hi. Had this really cute picture of Brieana I wanted to share. We went fishing at Canyon Lake. Well, Greg and will went fishing, Clayton was bored, I went rock hunting and Brieana played with the night crawlers. She absolutely had a blast with them! She is not afraid of any bug or creepy crawly thing at all. We shared a picnic.....well kind of a picnic.....Greg forgot to pack the bread for the sandwiches....oh well...that’s the stuff that memories are made of.....


Love Vickie

Derek's Baseball Tryout

Derek was in line to try out for baseball. He was really nervous because he hadn't played ball for two years. So, he just kept saying he was gonna screw up and he just wanted to go home. When they called his number he went up to the plate. First pitch was a solid line drive to center field. Anyone who has played baseball knows the sound of a solid hit. A few people stopped talking and watched. Second pitch came and the same hit. Now everybody was watching. Third pitch, swing and a miss. Fourth pitch came in and that baby flew over the fence and almost over the second fence that lead to the other field. It was one of those hits that starts low and just keeps going!!! It was awesome. Then they put him on third and nothing got past him. He could not have had a better tryout. When he was walking away everyone was high fiving him and making some comment. He was calm, cool and collected as he walked off the field and sat in the car. When the door shut he looked at me and went nuts!!! So, i did the mature thing and said, "baby you really kicked @#* out there!!! He just laughed and said, "Yeah i did!!!" It was great!!!

-Kristy

Abigail Diane Balderas

Abigail Diane Balderas was born on January 31 at 3:40 a.m. She was very much a surprises being 5 wks. early. We are all doing great, enjoying our new little girl !! Here are some pictures of her ! Jessica

Kayla's Birthday Party

NOW THEY'RE COOKING

Prestigious name attached to Pearl facility
BY JOHN GRIFFIN EXPRESS-NEWS DINING EDITOR
It's official: The culinary school at the Pearl Brewery is now the Culinary Institute of America, San Antonio. Word couldn't have reached school officials at a more advantageous time.
"Less than 48 hours ago, we found out" the final approval for the Culinary Institute of America's takeover of the school had been received, director of education Shelley Grieshaber told the fifth graduating class Friday. That was enough time to ensure that the 16 students' diplomas as well as their chefs' whites - used instead of graduation robes - would bear the new name.
The school had originally been called the Center for Foods of the Americas when it opened in early 2006. From here on out, the name CFA will be used to denote the school's program for Latin American culinary studies, Grieshaber said.
The formation of a Latin Cuisines Advisory Committee, to help create the CFA's curriculum, was also announced Friday.
Members include culinary ex-perts from throughout the country and South America. Along with local chefs Andrew Weiss-man of Le Reve, Scott Cohen, James Sanchez of Acenar and Johnny Hernandez of True Flavors Catering - all Culinary Institute of America graduates - the board will include Rick Bayless of Frontera Grill Chicago as well as chef and culinary historian Maricel Presilla and Robert Del Grande of Houston's Care Annie.
The committee has to start at the beginning, because little has been recorded about Latin cuisine, Hernandez said. Legendary chef Auguste Escoffier codified the rules of French cooking that are still taught at the Culinary
Institute of America today, he said, but "there is not anything like that in the Mexican and Latin cultures."
Instructor Diana de la Vega, who ran the restaurant E1' Na-ranjo in Oaxaca, and Latin cuisines specialist Elizabeth Kossick will head to Mexico and South America in the future to record culinary practices that will make up the school's library and be the basis of its classes.
In the beginning, 60 percent of the work will be done in Mexico, Kossick said, while the remainder will focus on cuisines from countries such as Brazil and Peru, which are attracting a growing interest on the culinary scene.
De la Vega's first two classes will be on Regional Mexican Cuisine: Puebla and Oaxaca and Mexico's Com Kitchen, which are scheduled for March and April. Both are geared toward culinary professionals.
In the meantime, work on the Pearl property, under the management of philanthropist Kit Goldsbury's Silver Ventures, is progressing at a steady pace. Scaffolding on the main building, the Brew House, was recently re-moved, and the Full Goods Building, which will house shops and a restaurant run by Hernandez, should open in early summer. The next culinary facility on the campus, which will house the classrooms and library for the Latin culinary program, should be finished by spring 2010, Grieshaber said.
Her schedule shows no signs of slowing, either. Shortly after the commencement, she led an orientation class for the next 3O-week certificate class, which begins Monday.

Graduation and Engagement Announcement

Stephanie was part of the first graduating class of the Culinary Institute of American San Antonio.
Many great chef's have graduated from the Culinary Institute of America.
On top of that news was the news of Ryan proposing to Stephanie later in the night.

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The New Kruse News

I'm going to try this new format out. It will be easier for me to post news quicker and it could allow me to add cool things in the future. Tell me what you think by adding a comment. All you have to do to add a comment is click the "0 comments" link. After someone adds a comment it will change to "1 comment" and so on.