We Lost, But Then We Won

Last November, LSU came to Tuscaloosa to play Alabama in what was called the Game of the Century. 

It was a lot of pressure for these two teams in what is already a heated rivalry. 

Now, in Tuscaloosa, we had ESPN camping out, more people in the city than we had ever had before, and two teams that were hoping to pull out a win. For LSU, it was to remain undefeated and have a chance at the National Championship game. For Alabama, it was the same, but they were also playing for redemption and to revive a town that was torn. Alabama was playing for a greater cause. Just as LSU aimed, and succeeded, to win the National Championship game for their fans after their home state had been ripped and flooded by Hurricane Katrina, Alabama had the same notion. To play and win the National Championship game for their state and fans who had been torn and impacted by a wave of deadly storms and tornadoes that ripped apart their state, including Tuscaloosa, the home of the Crimson Tide, in April of 2011. 

The Game of the Century ended with LSU on top and what appeared to be a sure win in the National Championship game to take place in January. Alabama thought that their chances were gone. Then, a turn of events that could only happen in college football, gave the Tide a second chance. The teams that needed to win did, and the ones who needed to lose, lost. At the end of the day, LSU was number one and Alabama was right behind them in the number two seat. Controversy and anger came from many different ends, while excitement, nervousness and elated joy came from Bama supporters. It was a second chance that was unbelievable, but it was here. 

LSU and Alabama would have a rematch. 

In the National Championship game in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Alabama would win. 

Here are some other pictures of me and the group throughout the weekend.

The group the day before the game at the Riverwalk.

The group at the Pep Rally in Jackson Square. 

The morning on the game after we got our tickets!! 

Roll Tide!

Group shot after the game!

Champions again!

Roll Tide! 

:-)

Super Senior Year So Far

Hey Everyone! 

I thought that for a post today I would share some pictures from this Fall so far. 

This is my last year in college, my fifth year.

Like we call it: The Victory Lap, Super Senior Year! 

So far, it has been great! 

I have really been enjoying it 

and 

I'm excited to see where God leads me after next semester and graduation. 

Enjoy these pictures from the year so far!

:-) 

Fall Retreat 2011 -- Camp Hargis

Lake Nicol. One of my favorite places in Tuscaloosa. 

Cooking with friends! 

Lion King 3D! All, but four, in the theater were college kids that night. It was amazing!
We sang, we danced, we cried.
We relived our childhood. 

Summer Snow! Complete with Paper Shea.
(My best friend who is going to school and living in Denver now.)

And of course, Alabama Football!
Roll Tide!


If you have already graduated college, what is your favorite memory from that time?
Or, if you are still in school, what has been your greatest memory so far?

:-) 

Texas Love

I'm a Bama fan through and through, I scream Roll Tide, bleed crimson and white, and scream my heart out for the guys on the field. But, I have no disrespect towards Texas and their fans. They are some of the best in the land. And I hated to see what happened to Colt McCoy last night. He is an amazing, talented, and respected guy, player, and leader. I honestly have nothing bad to say about McCoy. I don't think that he was unfairly targeted by Alabama players, because honestly, I don't think they would do that. If they did, well they are in the wrong. But, I would have much rather had McCoy in the game, it would have been an incredible game, more than it was. Gilbert stepped up and also did an amazing job at the QB position. I know he wasn't ready to go in for an entire game, especially during the BCS Championship game, but man, he did a heck of a job and deserves major props! The entire Texas football program is a great one, and my favorite in the Big 12. So, to Colt McCoy, you are an incredible athlete and leader. I hate that you were injured and wish you could have been in the game the entire time. I hope your injury and any pain in your arm goes away and I will be praying for you. I know that right now, there is nothing worse you could be going through. To Garrett Gilbert, you did an amazing job last night! We were all wondering what to expect when you stepped foot onto that field and honestly, you exceeded my expectations. You are going to be a great Texas quarterback. I know the circumstances weren't the greatest that sent you out, but you really stepped up and showed talent, agility, and leadership. Can't wait to see you later on! So congrats to the Texas football program, you guys played a great game and I'm glad that we got to play you guys for the Championship.

Roll Tide and Hook Em' Horns!