First Game of the Season

one of my favorite images. ever.

I’ve been looking forward to today since the end of basketball season. I’m gonna say it, so brace yourself. Football season is the most wonderful time of the year. I love what it brings. Rivalry after a long break, cooler weather, changing leaves, something to look forward to every week. I could really go on, but I’ll spare you. Just know that I love me some football. Specifically college football. More specifically, Kansas State University football.

I’m a proud alumnus, even in our team’s low points. We’ve had our fair share and after tonight’s game I’m pretty sure I can say that we’ll have a few more, but I’m a loyal fan and I’ll stand by their side. For better or for worse. You know, like marriage. I love my Cats!

doodle work

Since we had Lakyn we gave up our luxury of season tickets to the football games. We felt it was the best thing for us to do. But, that’s not to say she’s never been to a football game. In fact, she’s been to a few!

with my friend Tylie and Lakyn's friend Saffryn at a game in 2009

tailgating before the game. my shirt says 'Future Wildcat' with an arrow pointing to the baby bump!

*This is my friend Tylie. She’s got two adorable little cuties and she’s one fab momma!*

Tonight’s first game of the season brought with it the usual excitement of a new season, the usual pride of watching our team take the field, and the usual quality time spent with fellow Wildcats. While our Game Days don’t consist of tailgating, sitting in the stadium through pregame warmups, or singing the Fight Song with 50,000 plus, I still love them with all my heart. Here’s what Game Days look like now.

We get decked out in some purple, y’all!

purple from head to toe

We (and I really mean Brandon) did some grilling in between the rain showers.

flames

yummy

We do a little playing.

playing in the puddles

little wildcat

I don’t know how my husband consistently whips up amazing burgers, but I’m so SO thankful!

get in my belly

brandon's beverage

my life source

We ate, watched the game, and even had some surprise visitors!

i miss being in this sea of purple

family

game time cuddle time

Our Wildcats ended up with the all-important ‘W’ and we concluded our lovely family day with some bedtime stories.

story time means cuddle time

daddy-daughter love

lakyn's cross and guardian angel icon

kissing her cross night-night

"momma's turn"

"daddy's turn"

night-night time

It was a wonderful Game Day. Good night all.

EMAW!