October Fun

The month of October came around fast this year. The kids are growing up as fast as ever, and its fun watching them all play together now. Kate has everybody wrapped around her little finger. Her and Owen were rolling around rough housing and making silly faces and posing for Mommy. They are all my favorites, because they are just so sweet together. Here's one of the best...


Of course, as sweet as they can be, Owen is making sure Kate is fully educated on the science of sillyness. Cue silly faces:


Owen's also turning out to be quite the photographer, and his turn behind the camera turned out a couple of awesome shots of Mommy and her baby girl.


The boys are also in full swing on the soccer fields. I've been coaching Owen's team this year which has been a lot of fun, but hard work too! Patrick's team is doing great and they are actually in the top of their league. He's starting to catch on to defensive strategy and is becoming quite a fullback. Here's our two soccer studs and a couple of action shots to boot!



The boys though can always count on baby sis to be their biggest fan. And she can always count on having them wrapped around her finger. Like this shot with Patrick doting on his sissy.... More pictures as always out on Picasa.

Carmen Ohio closing out the Buckeyes vs. Badgers

After the game was over, it was impressive the number of people that stuck around in the stands for Carmen, Ohio. And after sticking around myself to see and hear it, I understand why. Awesome hearing that many people singing right along with the band, echoing throughout the stadium. I'm just glad it came out well on the video.

Script Ohio at the Buckeyes vs. Badgers

TBDBITL comes back up the field playing some of the Wisconsin fight song, and then transitions into Script Ohio. Harder to make out the letters, but with the scoreboard in the background, and being that close to the action, it didn't matter. I had chills the entire time. Sorry for the exuberant cheering, whistling, and random shots of too men giddy as kids in a candy store, but when you're in the moment, you're in the moment. :-)

Ramp Entrance Buckeyes vs. Badgers

Enjoy.

Buckeyes vs. Badgers

I got a call late Friday from my brother in law asking if we'd be interested in going to the Buckeye game if he had extra tickets. My lovely, smart, understanding, wonderful (did I mention understanding and wonderful?) wife said there was no way she could go, but she didn't have a problem with me going. Saturday morning comes and confirmation that there are 2 tickets available. Oddly, I had little trouble talking my buddy Jeff into coming with me. Fortunately his lovely bride is equally understanding! :-)

We made it up with plenty of time for some pre-game festivities. First things first we caught up with Jason and his dad for some tailgating. Here's the crew getting warmed up for the game.


With plenty of time we had a chance to catch up with Steve and Irene who were tailgating near the stadium. Always good to catch up with good friends, and its even better in such a fun atmosphere!


After watching the band head into the stadium, we made our way to our seats. All I can say is WOW. Section 13AA, row 3. Sitting about 20 feet from the pylon, close enough to practically touch the field. I have to admit that I felt like a kid in a candy store...an enormous candy store. Jeff and I were hooting and hollering like maniacs and loving every minute of it!


While the offense didn't make much of a showing, the defense and special teams were on their game. A win is a win, and the Buckeyes pulled it out. We had an awesome time at the game and I can't wait to go back again sometime. Check out Picasa for a ton more pictures.

Buckeyes vs. Badgers at Ohio Stadium

Videos of TBDBITL on YouTube shortly too!