As someone who grew up in a home where football was not a big deal, who went to a high school where the football team was mediocre at best, who went to a college with NO football team at all, I never developed an appreciation for the support. Until I met Kevin. His enthusiasm about Virginia Tech football is contagious.
It started out small. I'd watch an occasional game or at least sit in the same room as Kevin while the game was on (that counts, right?). And then I would buy him his Hokie gear as gifts. But over the past 15 years, I have gradually become more interested in the game. I actually enjoy watching VT games with Kevin, which surprises me as much as it may surprise those who "knew me when."
And while it can be exciting to watch a game on TV, it does not even come close to being there. I LOVE going to the games. Really! We're even making plans to start getting season tickets for all 5 of us when the girls are just a bit older. The tailgating is right up my alley, and the cheering and excitement of the fans is infectious. It is such a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon!
We got to go see VT play Eastern Carolina this past Saturday with some friends and neighbors (and former neighbors--long story, but Julie who used to live next door is from a VT family and they had tickets but weren't going to use them since the game was in Charlotte, so she and Stephanie came down to the game (sans kids!!!)).
We left the house at 7:15 AM (ugh), and had our tailgate set up by 8:15. Lots of yummy food, mimosas, Baggo, a little beer, and great friends all made for a fabulous time (even though the Hokies lost in the last few minutes). I can't wait to go to my next game, although I'm hoping the kickoff will be a little later...
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