Can't believe football season is here already! We have always enjoyed coming back to our Alma Mater for a game or two and enjoying the festivities of tailgating with friends and family, but this year is different. Different for many reasons but the main one being that we now LIVE here in Auburn. For the first time since our college days, we are now residing in the town of many tiger fans and the lively atmosphere each weekend has been so much fun as we get settled into our new "home." It's been so nice to already be in town and not have to make the drive with two toddlers. We're so grateful that my parents enjoy it just as much even more than we do and make tailgating so easy on us! Sure does help when you're 30+ weeks pregnant and toting twin toddlers through campus! =) And I struck a deal with the hubby for the season: you help me get back to the car with the girls and you can go to the games. I thought that was rather generous, don't you!? :) We'll
re-evaluate this plan once baby #3 arrives and see if it's still possible!
Arriving to tailgate #1: Washington State
It appears that Princess B (aka Makenzie) is already hating the hot weather that always accompanies the first couple games. Hard to believe at two years old that she's already expressing her displeasure. =0) We thought she might cave after the first hour or so and uncover her hands over her eyes, but it looks like her persistence never wavered. She literally kept them over her eyes the ENTIRE time she was outside. The rest of us enjoyed some yummy food, good fellowship with family, and managed to brave the heat up until kickoff time. Let's hope the weather cools off just a tad before next week! That would help a pregnant mommy out tremendously! =)
Maddie Grace thoroughly enjoyed herself-especially nibbling off her stack of chips & snacking on some dips and cookies!
We celebrated Daddy's 30th birthday with a delicious blueberry cake made by Auntie Sarah! She did a mighty fine job if I do say so myself and it was still beautifully decorated despite the blazing heat. One day we'll tell Makenzie of her lack of cooperation in getting a family pic for daddy's birthday!
Still not a happy camper, even with the extra TLC (fan waving) by Grandpa. We love you sweet girl and hate that you're so miserable!
More celebrating on Sunday with daddy's absolute favorite: Great American Cookie Company =)
Such fun on a Friday night! Mom and Dad came rolling into town mid-afternoon and we were able to make it to the first of the AUtumn nights they were having downtown. We weren't sure how this night would go considering it was only day 5 of potty training, but much to our delight, they did fabulous and were beyond precious for us all night! We enjoyed the pep rally, eating dinner at Moe's BBQ, & listening to the band. The whole night was loads of fun, but the highlight was seeing Maddie Grace fall in love with Aubie!
Took her a few minutes to warm up to Aubie, but then it was love at first sight that has yet to disappear...=)
She LOVED him and kept requesting/tugging on Aunt Sarah's dress to take her back over to see Aubie and for the remainder of the night and for many days afterwards, all she kept talking about was kissing Aubie and Aubie's big feet. Looks like Aubie won over this girl's heart!
Dancing the night away with Grandpa and Aunt Sarah. These two came out of their shell as soon as the crowd died down and danced themselves until we drug them home to go night night!
Tailgate #2: Arkansas State
As you can see from the looks of it, Makenzie is a much happier camper this go around. Not sure if it's the huge iced cookie she's eating or the fact that she hasn't spotted Aubie yet, but she's in good spirits and we'll enjoy it while it lasts! =) Maddie Grace made herself at home and full enjoyed the festivities and being doted on by sweet Aunts & Grandparents once again!
It was also really fun having Connor in town to enjoy everything with the girls! Have you even seen cuter tigers? Nope, didn't think so either! Thankful Mimi was willing to give it a shot at capturing the cuteness. This pregnant momma was just trying to stay hydrated and not go into early labor from the heat! Phew!
Cuteness Cousin Overload...
Sure, let's try to get one family picture this season =0) Especially while Makenzie has her eyes uncovered today!
Tailgate #3: MS State
Last tailgate/game for the month of September as we have an away game at LSU and then a BYE weekend. Thankfully the temps have gone down since the first two games which made the day MUCH more bearable! We didn't snap too many pictures today because 1. The girls skipped their nap and were rather exhasuated & 2. Makenzie reverted back to keeping her eyes covered the entire time we were outside which meant there wasn't anything to capture, ha! Maddie Grace still really loved the whole experience, especially seeing Aubie come riding by in his car dancing. She still shows us regularly how Aubie danced that day and it's rather cute if I do say so myself!
We have loved being here in Auburn each week as the fans and family roll into town. Sure has spiced up our weekends here in Auburn and has been a great chance to spend quality time with family! We look forward to having a house, Lord willing for next year's season! On a side note, each week as we go to dress the girls in their "Auburn" wear, Makenzie has a complete meltdown, telling us she doesn't want to see Aubie. This girl is truly terrified of Aubie and doesn't want to be anywhere near where he might be! =( We're trying to figure out a way to help her enjoy herself, at least for one game this season! Bring on the cooler weather October, pretty please!
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