BYU Bowl Game

We had a fantastic time at the BYU football game on the 30th.  We were able to sit with Don's cousin down near the team's bench with all the coach's familes.  It was so fun to be that close to the action.  It was a couple of the younger kids first live BYU football game, and I was bummed Don wasn't able to be there to enjoy it with them.    So we took some pictures on my phone and texted him live from the game, so he could enjoy it with us.



Jake and Uncle Ben



Ashley and Luke



Hayley and Grandpa

 The SMU stadium is a fun stadium to watch a game,  One of the endzones is a big grass hill instead of seats, where lots of people just watch the game.  In the 3rd quarter the younger kids and I met Bob's family on the hill and the kids had a blast together.  We were able to get right next to the band and the cheerleaders, which Hayley LOVED!

Abby and Hayley


Because it was the Armed Forces Bowl, all the branches of the military were represented and honored.  I love that we live in such a great country and so appreciate all the sacrifices that are made for us by the men and women who serve our country.  It was great to be part of honoring them in a small way that day.  Near the hill,  there were 3 real military helicopters that Luke was especially fasinated with. 

With about 7 minutes left in the game, I took Jake and Luke back with me to our seats where Michael was in the zone.  It was the perfect ending, as we cheered BYU on to victory.  The drive and touchdown to go ahead and win with 11 seconds left was amazing.  Luke and Jake had fun in the middle of all the loud yelling and cheering.  It was a great game!!  Thanks again Tracy and Ben for treating us to the game!