Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl

Wow, what a game! Actually, as Casey likes to say, "It went from the worst game to the best game in 3 seconds." It really was pretty boring until the last 3 seconds, but I guess thinking you're going to lose can do that. Casey wanted to end the seasson with a bang, so we delayed going to his mom's for Christmas a few days and road tripped it down to Vegas with Richard and Kevin. It was cool to go to a bowl game since we don't know when we'll be able to do it again. It was REALLY cold, but we were on the 11th row in the endzone and we won, so it was worth it. Thanks to Kevin's brother for getting us the tickets and to Richard for driving.

Sam Boyd Stadium

The military unrolling the flag for the pre-game stuffRushing the field...again!
The final score. A win is a win, right? Bronco and our trophy Casey rushed the field immediately and I eventually made my way down after taking a few pictures. Casey and Kevin think we're #1, but Richard for some reason thinks we're #2 : )

A first for Casey...shoveling snow.

After the BYU v. Michigan State basketball game in SLC (that Casey waited in line for 4 hours to get us front row tickets for), it started to snow A LOT. When we got back to Richard and Rebecca's, there was quite a bit on the ground and on their driveway, which Richard started shoveling, so it would be clear for Rebecca's car. Then Casey said, "Let me see that," and took the shovel from Richard and started shoveling, and we found out that it was his first time. It took him no time at all and he looked so cute doing it : )

BYU v. SDSU

Casey's third away game of the season. He had been trying to get someone to drive him down to San Diego for like a month. My Dad and Jonas were nice enough to drive down with him the last minute and he took Kevin along. Janelle and Garth had some extra tickets left over for Garin's brithday party, so he also had the tickets. Since there was nobody there though, they moved to the front row and switched sides after each quarter so that they could be on the side where BYU was scoring. Thanks to my wonderful dad and brother for driving him down (to my mom for letting them go) and Garth and Janelle for the tickets. He had a great time and we both really appreciate it!

Casey and Kevin

Jonas
My dad before the game

Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!

I guessed it would start snowing on December 4th and Casey guessed the 5th. While Casey was in San Diego enjoying better weather and the game (Dec. 1st), I got to enjoy the storm that rolled through and brought the first snow of winter, so we were both wrong on the date : ) A lot of it melted after, so it wasn't too bad, but then it snowed again today : ( I'm just glad the ugly brown mountains are covered up. The last two pictures are the gutter next to my work. The water had frozen in them and created the neat looking texture/patterns.

BYU v. Utah

What a game! What a game! Definately one of the most exciting games this season, especially the last few minutes. I'll admit, we were a little nervous at 4th and18, but Max Hall and Austin Collie pulled it off for their Cougars. Then Harvey Unga just put the icing on the cake as he bowled through a few Utah players for the final touchdown. We ended up winning 17-10. I just love college football and will definately miss the excitment of home games once we're gone.

Jonas, Me, Casey, and my Dad. We were so glad they could come and enjoy such a great game with us.

Max Hall doing his thing The scoreboard after it was all over.

The fans rushing the field.
Casey after he rushed the field. It was pretty much his dream day : ) He even touched the MWC championship trophy.

Thanksgiving!

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving because we did. We spent it with my parents, brothers, and Casey's cousin from Pennsylvania, and had a grand 'ole time. It was nice to just relax and sleep in. We also played games and my mom and I made my Christmas cards. We left late Friday night after watching the BYU v. Louisville basketball game, and to make sure that we made it back with plenty of time before the BYU v. Utah football game. Thanks to my parents for a wonderful Thanksgiving break filled with fun and food.

Some of my mom's decorations. She always does a great job!

The table all set for Thanksgiving. Doesn't it look beautiful? My mom got out the china and everything.My Mom and Dad checking the turkey. The got the recipe from Food Network and it was delicious!

The food...

...and fun! This is a back machine my dad got forever ago. It sure is fun to play on.
Casey's cousin Malcolm. He just started his freshman year at BYU and we love having him here. He is so sweet and takes Casey and I out to lunch with his dining plus when he has extra money, which is pretty much every week : )
Darts. My sister got this dart board for my dad and it is so much fun!

My Mom and I making cards. They turned out great! Thanks mom!