Conference Weekend

BYU or USU, who to cheer for? That is a difficult question. We recently went to the BYU v USU football game. It was a toss up of who to cheer for. I almost felt sacrilegious not cheering for BYU even though we are true blue Aggies through and through.  As you can see in the pictures we were all decked out in our Aggie Gear, I was a little worried walking through the streets of Provo that we might get Jello thrown on us or something.  People kept giving us the evil eye everywhere we went, and they say we have mean fans.  

We went out to eat with my Aunt Phyllis, Greg, Leanne, their kids, Vanessa, and Spencer before the game, all BYU fans dressed in BYU gear.  While we were waiting for a table this guy came up to us and said "Looks like you guys come from a mixed family."  Some people in our party looked at the guy like "did you honestly just ask that?  So Travis has dark skin, he is standing right there idiot."  For the other half of our party that knew what this guy meant - USU and BYU fans,  it was hilarious to see the reaction of the other half of our party.  

The game was packed and we had such high hopes for our Aggies.  We made it down to the last 15 seconds beating the Cougars, but in the end the Aggies lost.  It was depressing but such a miraculous catch by the Cougars it was hard to not be a little excited for them too.  After the game we headed down to my moms house to spend Conference Weekend. 

We always have such big plans for Conference weekend but by the time you listen to Conference make lunch, etc. we only had time for a drive up the canyon.  My sweet Grandparents came up and visited for Saturday.  They are seriously the best!!  We rode up to some spectacular scenic view points.  Vanessa and I enjoyed our ride in the back.  We kept getting forgotten about though.  We got locked in the car a few times which just lead to more laughing.  People were probably getting a little fed up with the constant giggles. On the way down the mountain we stopped and fished.  It was fun to cast a few worms out there before the rain came in. 

We really enjoyed our visit down there.  It is always fun to go to Ephraim and reminisce of my days at Snow College.  There are so many good memories from there.  We left on Sunday after a delicious turkey dinner, which made me so excited for Thanksgiving.   

Homecoming Week

For most years of my life Homecoming always lands on or around my birthday.  This year was no exception.  I love the festivities that go with homecoming, a football game, usually a 5k race, a parade, dances (I just pretend they are all for me).  My parents, well my mom, was here for most of the week to visit with us.  I really enjoy when there is somebody else around to entertain Sawyer throughout the day so I can get ready without a helper or actually use the bathroom in peace.  Nobody lets you in on that little tidbit of becoming a mom.  

For my birthday we played miniature golf and went out to eat.  I tried to make this dessert I found on pinterest.  The recipe looked awesome and the pictures on pinterest did too but the end result disappointed me to be honest.  I will have to try again.  We did endulge in some awesome Caramel Cashew Aggie Ice Cream though.  The best. 

My mom and I were cleaning up the kitchen and this is what we found when we looked in the living room.  I thought it was so adorable.  Sawyer wants to be just like the big guys. 

On Friday Travis decided we should go look at the Kokanee Salmon that swim up from Porcupine Reservoir.  I miss the salmon runs that I enjoyed while living on the Klamath River.  It is amazing to see the fish at the end of the long journey.  I was a little surprised by the size of these fish compared to the salmon in the Klamath.  Don't get me wrong, I knew they wouldn't be as big as the ones on the Klamath but these fish were like fish you would find in a big fish tank.  They were pretty cool though . The river was so packed.  We enjoyed walking up the river and for Sawyers enjoyment throwing rocks, it never gets old does it? 

Saturday was the Homecoming Parade.  It was fun to go out and see the support from the community for the University.  The parade was full of bands and dance academy's.  Sawyer really enjoyed the parade.  He especially like the flags that were handed out.  Who needs candy when you can get a flag?  The candy that people threw Sawyer took it upon himself to throw it back.  He thought it was a game apparently. 

After the parade we headed over to the Farmers Market. I love that place.  I am so glad Logan has a community that supports the local growers and artisans.  

We went to the game later that evening.  Sawyer did so much better this game than his last one.  The team was fun to watch.  The game actually went into double overtime.  We were sad to see the loss for our Aggies.  Maybe next time.  

Still has his flag from the parade.