Holiday Check In

Between the last week of classes and a mountain getaway with the family, I nearly lost sight of my true purpose here: getting folks interested in college football. In my absence, one coach has been fired and half a dozen bowl games have been played. And yet, I don't feel like I've missed much.

I was, however, reminded why college football matters. Saturday night, my family and I atteneded a dinner show. Packed uncomfortably close in an auditorium more barn like than theatre after a long day of sightseeing and shopping, I felt cranky, to make an understatement. I began questioning my every decision from why I agreed to come to this hillbilly show in the first place to why I thought spinning my wheels in grad school would be a good idea.

Then the band played Rocky Top. My mood elevated instantly. I couldn't stop smiling, sang along, and shook my invisible shaker in time with the added in 'Woo!' I felt centered and absolutely blessed to be able to spend the holidays with my family. The performance may have lasted two minutes, but the effect lasted all weekend.