Sunday, January 4, 2015

Rose Bowl, 2015: A Day I Will Always Remember

Item #5 for Winter Photograph Scavenger Hunt: Something that is over 100 years old
The 101st Rose Bowl Football Game
My son, Henry, attends the University of Oregon, and he is a huge fan of their football team, the Ducks. This year, college football started a four team playoff system, and the Ducks were selected as one of the four teams to compete in a semifinal game. It was set for the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, not far from where I grew up.
As soon as I heard the news, I arranged to get tickets for us to go. I put them under the tree, and he was over-the-moon excited! 
Before the game, we tailgated with some of Henry's fraternity brothers, their families and friends. And then entered the stadium (where we found we had excellent, field level seats).
The Ducks played great!
And ended up winning the game!
At the end of the night, I had one happy Duck
It was truly a magical day spent with my son. One which we will both always remember. A priceless memory and a fantastic way to start 2015.
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17 comments:

  1. helenaJanuary 4, 2015 at 6:25 AM

    a great gift and shared memory - I do love being at sports events and find them a great outing to share with my nephew

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  2. LadkyisJanuary 4, 2015 at 7:09 AM

    How wonderful! such a priceless memory

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  3. Eileen TJanuary 4, 2015 at 7:11 AM

    Ha ha - I love it. Such a great take on the scavenger hunt prompt!

    What a fantastic gift and, as you say, a priceless memory.

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  4. scrappyjackyJanuary 4, 2015 at 8:26 AM

    Sounds like a great start to the year for you both....a great memory to keep.

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  5. alexaJanuary 4, 2015 at 9:39 AM

    Your excitement and pleasure just spills over! Wonderful memory to have made possible ...

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  6. BeckyJanuary 4, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    What a wonderful event for you both to attend. Lovely photo of Henry at the end.

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  7. The Mann FamJanuary 4, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    I couldn't agree more with Alexa. You can just feel your excitement and joy while reading your post.

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  8. humelJanuary 4, 2015 at 10:58 AM

    Lovely to read about such a special time together :) Go Ducks!!

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  9. MelissaJanuary 4, 2015 at 1:13 PM

    That is a lovely way to start the year and time with you son! And such a great bonus that they won!!

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  10. MaggieJanuary 4, 2015 at 1:34 PM

    Sounds like a great day out. What a wonderful gift!

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  11. KarenJanuary 4, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    What fun! I grew up at Ohio State where my dad was a professor for 10 years. We had two tickets on the 50 yard line for all the home games. I've always loved watching the Rose Bowl--and the parade. I will, however, be rooting against you on Monday! :-)

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  12. AlisonJanuary 5, 2015 at 12:11 AM

    Sounds like the perfect gift...and you've reminded me about theWinter Scavenger Hunt! Xx

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  13. SianJanuary 5, 2015 at 2:17 AM

    Looking at it from this distance, it looks like something we only see in the movies! An occasion to remember, that's for sure

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2015 at 9:22 AM

    What a wonderful Christmas present. Your blog always glows with pride when you talk about the time you spend with your children.

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  15. BeverlyJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:31 AM

    I have been so excited for Henry. Absolutely a lifetime memory for the two of you and something to tell his grandchildren that will be so cool. Loved seeing the pics that day. I have several friends with Ohio State connections so I will have to be quiet about pulling for the Ducks lol For the Rose Bowl everyone thought it was logical that I was pulling for Oregon because a friend's son attends ... that and not many people here care for FSU. Congrats again on the win!

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  16. JuliaJanuary 15, 2015 at 11:17 AM

    What a great way to start the year. Looks like a fab time was had by all x

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2015 at 2:55 AM

    What a great shared memory to have. When we were watching it I was thinking of you.

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