Red River Rivalry Fun

Yesterday Jarrod sprung the idea to have friends over for the Texas vs. Oklahoma game this weekend. Now, usually this wouldn't be an issue, but I am a bit of a planner. And a perfectionist. So, immediately I began working on a menu of food items and stressing over the cleanliness of the house. I'm dramatic like that (as you can imagine, I drive my super laid back husband insane). Where did I turn for help in these dire circumstances? Pinterest, of course!

Here are the scrumptious foods we plan on consuming this weekend:

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I think queso is a must for any get together. True yumminess.

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Jalapeno poppers - who doesn't love cresent rolls, bacon and cream cheese? And then a little spice added in?! I think this is one of my favorite things on the menu. I just hope it turns out as delicious as I am imagining it.

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If you have queso, you must have guacamole. It's a rule.

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I actually saw this Rootbeer Pulled Pork recipe on Facebook first, but searched for it on Pinterest. It looks amazing, no?

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I am debating making these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Brownies for dessert. In the spirit of fall and all. Mmm...pumpkin.

So, that is what we are planning on for our get together this weekend! I am really excited!

TGIF

I don't know why, but for some reason the weeks always seem to drag after a three-day weekend. Is that just me or does that happen with y'all? This week was no exception, and I must say that I am so happy it is finally Friday.

On Tuesday we took Piper to her first puppy training class. Actually, it is a beginner level class. I figured we should go a step above, since they teach the same stuff in both classes and she met all the requirements for the beginner class. With that said, I thought there would be more dogs her age. I was wrong. Most of the dogs are one year old or more. There is one dog that is four years old. And he bites everyone. Poor Piper almost got mangled by him. And the trainer is a little...odd. She would instruct us to do one thing (vaguely, I may add) and then change the entire thing right in the middle of it. We were so confused. And has anyone ever heard of clicker training? We are learning to do that...but I sort of feel that it is a completely extra and unneeded step. I am going to give the class another chance, but...I don't know. We will see. At least Piper didn't flunk on her first day of school.

"I am sitting...now where is my treat?!"

"Whew...puppy training is tough!"

Tomorrow we are driving to Austin for the Texas vs. BYU game. We are taking Piper to a kennel, which I am a little apprehensive about. I mean, she is a baby! What if the other dogs don't like her? What if they bully her? What if she doesn't make friends? Is she going to be scared?

Obviously I am joking...


Sort of.

"You over there! I order you to feed me treats!"

Well, that is all I have for now, folks. Until next time....

Labor Day Weekend Recap

I love three day weekends. It is always a wonderful way to relax and just spend some good quality time with my hubby and our friends. And that is just what we did this Labor Day weekend.

First of all - did y'all see my Baylor Bears on Friday night?! They won their first game of the season against TCU. I was so proud of how they played and the amount of green and gold in the stands. Sic 'Em Bears!

On Saturday, Jarrod and I drove to Austin for the Texas vs. Rice game. We tailgated with his drumline friends and then headed over to the game. It was a lot of fun. And it was really hot. The Texas heat was in full force that day. But, it was well worth it, as Texas beat Rice 34-9.

We drove back to Houston on Sunday and just rested. We were so tired from the day before that we really didn't want to do much of anything. We watched the Texas A&M game and then went out to eat at a nearby restaurant.

On Monday we headed up to Tomball to hang out with my parents. My mom insisted on going to the mall so she could do some early Christmas shopping for me. Let me tell you...I despise the mall. It is always so crowded and I just don't have the patience with trying on clothes. I did, however, find the cutest shoes that I just couldn't pass up. I bought them...using wedding gift cards from Macy's. Shhh...don't tell Jarrod.

That was our weekend...football, friends and relaxation. How did y'all spend your Labor Day weekend?

Football Season is Here!

This weekend, Jarrod and I are making the hike up to Austin for the Texas vs. Rice game. It is the first game of the season, and I am really excited that we are able to go. We went to a lot of the games last year, and it was so much fun to hang out with Jarrod's drumline friends and participate in the school spirit.

Jarrod and I at the Texas vs. Rice game last year

Even though I am a Baylor girl, I have always enjoyed Texas sports. I was a big fan of Major Applewhite growing up. Chris Simms? Not so much. There were a few dark years when I swore I would go to Texas A&M...but I just blame that on youth. I was a lot younger and didn't know any better. ;) I do sometimes wish I had gone to Texas for college, but then I have to remind myself that I would have never met Jarrod at that Baylor happy hour. :) God knew what He was doing.

Jarrod and I at the Texas vs. OU game last year

In front of Big Tex at the State Fair

We are planning on taking Piper to a couple of tailgates (when we don't have tickets to the game), so of course, she will have to be supporting her team. I want to get her a jersey, but Jarrod is firmly set on no clothes for dogs. He is no fun. We did end up getting her a Longhorn ID tag and we are planning on ordering a Longhorn collar and leash. She is gonna be stylin'.

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So, we've got our Texas fold out chair and Longhorn tumblers packed. Our burnt orange shirts are washed and ready to be worn.

Football season is here. Hook 'Em!...and Sic' Em!