As usual...

Things have been pretty hectic around here! Although things are starting to settle into more of a routine! We are now into football season, which is going well for my Tide! Which means a happy Becky! Max is doing ok. He is a rambunctious little one! He is growing leaps and bounds!! We are still working on training everyday!! He is getting a lot better, but he is so headstrong, I feel like it may be a little more difficult than it was with Scout! But he is SO much fun! He and Scout are getting along so great! They play all the time! It is so cute!

So, since I have mentioned football season and the dogs, can I tell you how excited I am about my new purchase (which should be here today when I get there)...
I ordered 2 of these:



If you know anything about Alabama, you know that houndstooth is one of our things, so I thought this would be a great way for our little furry family memebers to participate in football season! It may be a little big for Max right now, but I am sure it won't take him long to grow into it!! They came from Crate and Barrel who now have pet accessories!! Hope you all have a fantastic week! Hopefully I won't be a stranger!

Looking back and fall and football and a funny

So, I had no clever post for today, hence the absolutely random title. Maybe it will grab someone's attention, probably not, but oh well. At least YOU are here!! So, I was reading on someone's blog about the new "stats" button that is at the top of the blogger dashboard page and I clicked on it. It was all very interesting. But, the most interesting part is the number one google search that brings people to my page is "Toomer's Corner". WTH?? I mean, this girl is a BAMA GIRL all the way. Orange and Blue, Auburn and anything that has to do with it are just awful to me! I mean, I won't even eat an orange and blue m&m at the same time! Because I HATE AUBURN. I graduated from The University of Alabama and it is burned into my brain! That is just how it is! Well, that is SO funny that is what brings people here and it is all because of THIS POST that I wrote in August of last year. Ya'll it is FUNNY!! You have GOT to go read it. You will laugh and laugh and laugh, and if you are having a week like me, a little laugh will go a LONG way. It honestly has just a little to do about Auburn and Toomer's corner but more about poop and toilet paper. GO READ IT!!!

On another note, I am SO glad that fall is here! That means the weather is changing, the time is changing and I am ecstatic! Also, with fall comes FOOTBALL!! I can't get enough of football when the season is here. It helps to root for the reigning NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! I am really looking forward to this season! Roll Tide!

Well, since this post is random and now over, you need to go make yourself laugh! You won't be disappointed I promise!

Just What I Needed

As I mentioned on Friday, I was looking forward to a low-key, relaxing weekend, and that is exactly what I got! E was still in town from when he came down to watch the National Championship game. Friday night, we warmed up left overs from the game, and they were SO yummy!! Then since 8 pm was WAY TOO EARLY to call it a night, we did what all twenty-somethings do...visit Starbucks and drive around in order to keep from falling asleep. I mean, isn't that what you do? It worked because, well, we were driving! Saturday, Scout had a vet appointment and then E and I decided we needed to get out of the house. (He had cabin fever because he had been inside since Thursday). So we went all around town and just had a grand time. We got new phones, the HTC Eris (they were BOGO at Verizon) and spent all Saturday evening like nerds playing with our new phones. Sad, I know. But you only wish you had a phone that made fart noises on command. Sunday was a relaxing day, and then E packed up and headed back to Huntsville in order to get there before all of the roads froze over again! I mean seriously, I live in the South! It isn't supposed to snow and linger! It is supposed to snow and then go away! February should bring Spring temperatures! It is crazy I tell you! Oh well.....Anyway, so a bone to pick with The University of Alabama....since I am best at letters, I think I will address the situation that way.

Dear University of Alabama Athletic Department,
First of all, congratulations on winning the university's 13th National Championship title. As an alum, I know the sweetness of the victory. I know you are very proud of the crystal ball that you brought home from Pasadena. I understand that it has been a decade plus some years since that trophy has resided in Tuscaloosa and you want to show it off, but did you have to show it off at Walmart? I mean did you not think about what you were doing when you chose this venue for displaying the new hardware? Don't get me wrong, I am glad you are allowing your fans (even though some are new and jumping on the bandwagon in light of the win) to experience the greatness of the crystal football, but I am sure you could have found a classier place to show it off. If you had to choose a superstore, why didn't you choose Target? I mean, at least it is a step-up and a tad classier than WALMART! Remember the state stigma that accompanies Alabama? Have you heard of the term redneck? You are doing nothing to disprove such thoughts from those who have never visited Alabama the Beautiful. We (well, most of us) aren't like that at all! So, people who made this decision, please think before you act next time. This isn't helping our case, and I know you are classier than that!

Roll Tide anyway,
A concerned Alum and resident of the great state of Alabama

Mark that as a W!

A few things before the weekend:

1. Alabama brought home their 13th National Championship title last night! Roll Tide!
2. Mine and E's menu was delicious!
3. I am SO ready for the cold weather to go away! I don't like cold that makes your face hurt!
4. I am looking forward to a relaxing, do-nothing type of weekend! It's too cold to do much of anything!
5. Did I mention Alabama won the game last night? ;)

Hope you all have a great weekend! Stay warm and toasty!!

Roll Tide!

Today is an exciting day to be an Alabama Alum/fan/resident! Alabama plays in the College Super Bowl known as the BCS National Championship! I am SO excited! Also, it is REALLY cold here and is snowing/supposed to snow! These two things have the potential to make for a GREAT day! I CANNOT wait to get off work and go home and gear up for the game! E is in town and on our menu is: Crab cakes, Portabella fries with curry ketchup and potato skins (from Pioneer Woman Cooks). I can't tell you how excited I am! I hope you all have a great evening, I will be glued to my tv, probably pacing around the living room, raising my blood pressure and trying not to have a heartattack (or give the neighbors a reason to call the cops because of all of the yelling). Today has the potential to be a great day in Bama. Bring it on snow and bring home number 13 Tide!

Looking back.....

I realize that it is the sixth day into the new year, but I am still so excited that 2010 is upon us. But this morning, I was reading blogs and I came across a post by Justine and she recapped the last DECADE of her life, since you know, we started a new one and all. So, I thought this would be a good idea. I have to keep my mind on something other than Football! (There is a BIG GAME tomorrow involving my Tide playing Texas for our 13th National Championship title).....Anyway....here it goes:

2000
1. I began my sophomore year in high school and was 15.
2. My parents were divorced.
3. I ran for an SGA office in high school and was elected.

2001
1. I turned 16 in August and got my first car in October.
2. I was a junior in high school.
3. I was going to go to Auburn because that is where my brother went to school.
4. My step-dad's father passed away around my birthday.
5. I started my first job at a daycare.
6. My dad remarried in the fall.

2002
1. I began my senior year at 17.
2. I was involved in EVERYTHING I could be at school.
3. I visited The University of Alabama in October and decided I couldn't go anywhere else.
4. I wrecked my first car in July and had a memorable story of hitting a car full of strippers.

2003
1. I graduated high school and.
2. I had an internship at a local television station.
3. I started college and pledged a sorority, Alpha Delta Pi.
4. I met my very best friend, Jennifer.
5. My mom remarried in March.
6. I went on a trip to Washington, DC with government team and decided I wanted to work in politics.
7. I went to New York, and got my tonsils out.
8. I got my first tattoo.

2004
1. I began my sophomore year in college.
2. I had an internship with my step dad.
3. I had my second wreck on I-65 in Birmingham.
4. I moved into the sorority house and out of my dorm after Christmas.

2005
1. I interned in Washington, DC on Capitol Hill.
2. I began my junior year at Alabama.
3. I got my second tattoo.
4. Hurricane Katrina happened the day after my birthday.

2006
1. I got Scout.
2. I started my Senior year at Alabama.
3. I went to Cancun, Mexico for the first time.
4. I moved into my first apartment.
5. Had surgery on my foot and was in a cast for the start of school.

2007
1. I graduated from Alabama.
2. I started my first job in Montgomery, AL.
3. I went to Cancun, Mexico for the second time.

2008
1. I bought my first car.
2. I learned that I was going to work on the 2008 Presidential campaign team.
3. President Obama was elected.
4. Visited Chicago. And froze.

2009
1. Met E., which changed everything.
2. Travelled a lot on the weekends.
3. Ran my first 5k.
4. Had Bell's Palsy in June.

The past decade has gone by SO fast, everything almost runs together! I am so glad a new year and a fresh start is upon us! I PROMISE (well, kind of) this is the last time I will talk about the new year. I need to mention my thoughts on The Bachelor (although I may save this for a few more weeks) as well as The Biggest Loser, which I must say, made me cry last night!! Hope you all have a great DECADE! In the mean time, ROLL TIDE ROLL!

Weekend Update

Wow, sorry I am just getting to you! It seems Mondays are always so busy for me, getting back to work and I am either busy doing a project or busy preparing for something coming up. Anyway...I had SUCH a busy weekend and I have lots to tell, so I think I will do what I do best and make a list.

1. I put all of the names in a hat and drew one so.....My Blog Giveaway winner is KRISTEN over at K. Law: Inspired. If you will email me your info, I will get this out ASAP! (I will post soon everything that she won!)

2. Alabama BEAT Florida and are now SEC Champions!! We will play Texas on January 7th for the National Championship! Great game!! Roll Tide Roll! I am definitely so proud to be a UA alumni (I mean I always am, but especially in times like these!)

3. I went and saw The Blind Side this weekend! It was such an awesome movie! I think I cried the whole time! I can't wait to take E to see it when he comes back from being around the world! If he doesn't think I am a big baby for crying through the whole thing!

4. IT SNOWED IN ALABAMA!! We got about an inch on Friday night and I was giddy like a little kid on Christmas morning! I was up early (had to take E to the airport at like 6 am) and I was outside taking pictures and so excited! Snow doesn't happen often around these parts, especially not this early, so it was a monumental occasion!

I hope you all had a great weekend! I will post pictures soon, I just wanted you all to know I was still here! Have a great week! Be back with you soon!! Tonight I am planning on being crafty while watching the Biggest Loser finale!! I am so excited! I think I am going to make another Eddie Ross wreath, this one for my grandmother in gold, green and silver, ans some ornaments for Christmas presents. I'll try to take some pictures if I remember!!

Football Friday Part 14 Post-Season

Today marks the first FF post of the post season with one more to go. Tomorrow Alabama meets Florida in Atlanta to face off in a game for the SEC Championship title. The winner will play in the BCS National Championship game and the loser will play in the Sugar Bowl in New Orleans!

I am of course hoping for a Bama win for the SEC Championship and a shot at a National title! I am NOT a fan of the Florida Gators! I think it is because I am really sick of hearing the name Tim Tebow. Anyway, hope you all have a GREAT weekend! I will be cheering on the Tide and unfortunately putting E on another plane (only for a week this time)! The weatherman is also mentioning a chance of "precipitation" in the form of some white stuff, but I will believe it when I see it! I DO live in Alabama you know!

So fingers crossed that I can report back to you on Monday with a win and some pictures of some flurries!

ROLL TIDE ROLL!!

Football Friday Part 13

Today is the last day of Football Friday (for the regular season). There will be at least one more, when we meet Florida in Atlanta for the SEC Championship game. HOWEVER, this football Friday is a big one. We play our in-state rival, Auburn. Now, in the past 7 years, Auburn won 6 games in a row, only to meet their fate last year in Tuscaloosa with a shutout of 36-0. What a way to end a streak huh? Let's hope Bama can keep it going this year with a win! The game is today (Friday) instead of the traditional Saturday game. Anyway, the video above is a "fan cam" of the crowd singing Rammer Jammer at the end of the game! This is probably one of my most favorite parts of the football games, to sing Rammer Jammer. It is not the nicest song, but it is tradition and oh so fun!! Here are the words (Note: We insert the mascot/team name of who we are playing to make the song relevant each game):

Hey Auburn! Hey Auburn!
We just beat the hell outta you!
Rammer Jammer Yellow Hammer
Give 'Em Hell Alabama.
Hey Auburn! Hey Auburn!
We just beat the hell outta you!
Rammer Jammer Yellow Hammer
Give 'Em Hell Alabama.

Happy Black Friday by the way! My mom and I are shopping and then home in time for the game! So, enjoy shopping and Roll Tide Roll!!! Beat Auburn!

Football Friday Part 12 (The "Eyes" Have It) ---*Edited to include a New Moon Update**

Alabama is STILL undefeated and STILL going to the SEC Championship in Atlanta to face Florida! I can't wait!! Only 2 more weeks! This week, we are playing UT Chattanooga. Not really sure who this team is, but I am a little more than confident we will have a W at the end of this one. Next up, Auburn on Black Friday, then the SEC Championship in Atlanta. After that, we shall see. Roll Tide! Everyone have a GREAT weekend!! So, now I am going to leave you with a picture of my favorite Alabama quarterback, JAY BARKER (I mean, seriously, look at those eyes!!), he is with his wife, Sara Evans and her friend, Eva Longoria Parker. You may or may not have heard of them.....I bet they had a blast at the game and had an experience like never before..Roll Tide!! (The eyes people...the eyes!!)



**Edit: So, New Moon....I got to the theater at 10:15, the movie started at midnight. I was there with about 700 other people. It was madness I tell you!! The movie was great. The best part of the movie?? Taylor Lautner. Seriously, I am totally Team Edward, but it should be illegal for someone to look that dang good under the age of 21. I think I watched the movie with my mouth open for most of it. I mean I had no clue. I think everyone in the theater was in awe. The girls were swooning and the guys (yes, there were tons of guys) were jealous. I will have a little more to tell about the silliness of the company and the craziness at the theater. Some of which may or may not include girls dressed up like Alice, Rosalie, and Victoria, and the random middle-aged men that were there without a teenage daughter in tow. But for now, I will reserve the little energy I have for the actual work I have to do.

P.S. - I realize that this "Football Friday" Post has turned into talking about males who have a few awesome assets, but I just wanted to throw it out there that E is still my #1! ;)

Football Friday Part 11

Not much time to post, it is 2:35 am and I just got done working! Anyway, ROLL TIDE! Alabama plays Mississippi State this weekend! Let's hope we can hold on to our undefeated season and go into the SEC championship that way! Hope you all have a wonderful weekend! I won't be around! I have a busy weekend! E comes home after being gone for 4 weeks!!!! Yay!! Have fun ladies and gentlemen, stay classy! Roll Tide!!!

Football Friday Part 10

Well, today is FRIDAY!! And that means football is baaaccckkkk! Since Alabama's off week last week, I hope the Tide is well rested to take on the Bayou Bengals of LS Who? tomorrow. That's right ladies and gentlemen, tomorrow is a big game for The Tide. So, fingers and toes crossed that we can keep the streak alive and send the tigers home without a win. RRROOOOLLLLL TIDE ROLL!!! Have a great weekend people. Keep it classy.



**Image from the University of Alabama Supe Store.

Football Friday Part 9

Well, Alabama has an off week this week, thank goodness. We really need it. However, with only a few games of the season left, I can't forget about the tide here on the blog, so I thought I would share a picture that was emailed to me that was the game-changing play of the game last week against Tennessee!

Have a great weekend and don't forget about me running in the 5k tomorrow! Fingers crossed it isn't cold and rainy!! Oh and Roll Tide and Happy Halloween!!

Football Friday Part 8

So, I missed football Friday last week because I was not at a computer and I completely forgot to schedule a post about it. Anyway, this week is a big week for The Crimson Tide, probably bigger for us than the Iron Bowl. We play Tennessee. Now, Tennessee is a bigger rival for us than Auburn. It is BAD. I don't know one Alabama fan who doesn't literally hate Tennessee. So, here's to hoping I can report back to you on Monday with Alabama still being undefeated and beating TN! We play in Tuscaloosa, so it should be a good one. See how this student feels about Tennessee. I think it pretty much speaks for the rest of the community of Bama fans....Ha!


ROLL TIDE ROLL!!

Football Friday Part 6

Tomorrow Alabama travels to Ole Miss for game six. I will be watching it on tv with E, even though I miss watching it from the South end-zone from Bryant Denny (pictured above) with 92,000 plus. Ole Miss is the Alabama of Mississippi, in regards to traditions, Greek life, etc. I ALWAYS wanted to go to Ole Miss growing up for two reasons. 1. William Faulkner 2. Eli Manning. So, this is a fun game for me. I still bleed Crimson and White, but it is always fun to wonder what it would be like were I to be singing "Hotty Toddy" instead of "Rammer Jammer". I am definitely glad of my decision and will be yelling "Roll Tide Roll" (and probably a few other things) tomorrow! Here's to a great weekend! I know I can't get mine started fast enough!! I will catch up with you Monday.

Football Friday Part 5

Well, This week the 4-0 Crimson Tide travel to the Bluegrass State to take on the University of Kentucky. I'll be watching the game on TV. The video is of a rap song written about UA. Since E won't be here for the game to listen to the song (its tradition) I posted on here, so it would be played on game day! So, if you don't like rap, I wouldn't advise listening to the above song. Here's to hoping for "W" number 5. Roll Tide Roll!

Football Friday Part 4

I thought he was the cutest thing ever! Most adults don't even know the words to the fight song! This weekend The Alabama Crimson Tide host The Hogs of Arkansas! Let's hope the tide continues to roll! I will be watching the game at home probably yelling and scaring Scout!! ;) Hope you all have a great weekend! ROLLLL TIDE ROLL!!

Football Friday Part 3

Well, I don't have much time today, I am SUPER busy at work. But I couldn't leave you hanging without mentioning the Crimson Tide, I know all of you would be so heartbroken. (Kidding, I know you probably get tired of hearing about it). Anyway, Alabama is hosting the University of North Texas. I don't much about them except that they are called the "Mean Green". Anyway, here's to hoping for a win! I hope you all have a lovely weekend! I am going to see the Zac Brown Band tonight in the Gump, so it should prove to be interesting and fun if it doesn't rain! Scout is still at the office, and everyone is loving him. He mostly just sleeps and gets lots of treats. He jumps up everytime someone comes in the door and people think he is just so cute! Have a great weekend, I will catch up with you Monday!! Roll Tide

Football Friday Part 2

Well, it is again Friday and this brings us to another football game. This weekend, The Crimson Tide is hosting Florida International in Tuscaloosa. Lets hope this team leaves their unsportsmanlike conduct in the Sunshine State. We all remember what happened when this team played Miami a few years ago!




Also, today is 9-11. Never Forget. I know I never will.
“Time is passing. Yet, for the United States of America, there will be no forgetting September the 11th. We will remember every rescuer who died in honor. We will remember every family that lives in grief. We will remember the fire and ash, the last phone calls, the funerals of the children. “
- President George W. Bush, November 11, 2001

Football Friday Part 1.

Happy Friday! I hope you all have a great weekend! Alabama plays tomorrow, so it is a great start to the weekend! ;) Have a safe and happy holiday of you are off and are traveling! Above is a picture I found with our school mascot, Big Al and a pre-game video for tomorrow to remind me how excited I am! Roll Tide!