National Champions!

The Cougars won the National Championship game in Rome, GA 23 to 7 over Carroll College. This is the 2nd championship in the last 3 years. It was an awesome game to watch. It was a little soggy again this year, but was well worth sitting out in the rain. Jon and I are so proud of the team. Our quarterback and one of Jon's linebackers where the Offensive and Defensive Players of the Game. It makes the sacrifices all year worth it! It was a long trip home on Sunday morning, especially for the team. There was a mix-up with the travel agent and the coaches didn't get the message that their flight changed from 8:45 am to 8:45 pm. After leaving the hotel at 5 am, sitting in the Atlanta airport for 13 hours, and a 5 hour bus ride home from Minneapolis- they finally made it back to Sioux Falls.

My mom and sister were very gracious and kept the boys while Jon and I made the trip south. My dad, Clay, Cousin Scott, John's dad and brother Mark all made the trip down as well. After spending 4 days in 60+ degree weather, it was hard to come back! I'll try to get some pictures posted within the next few days.

We are now at my parents in Iowa, enjoying some quality time with family. We are looking forward to seeing so many people over the next few days.

We wish you all the best this Holiday Season. Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Georgia Here We Come!

Jon and I are off to Georgia next week. The Cougars won their semi-final game 24 to 6 last Saturday. We now look for a re-match of last years National Championship game against Carroll College. They are a great team with tons of success, but we look forward to winning this time! :) Thanks to all of you for your help and support over this long, but exciting football season.

The boys will head to my parents and we will meet up with them the week of Christmas. Let me know if anyone will be in Eagle for the holidays. I would love to see you! Otherwise, keep emailing! I love hearing from you!

Amanda

New pictures of the boys and Updates

I thought I would add a few new pictures of the boys. I think they learn something new every day! They love to play Hide and Seek with Jon on weekends when he is home. Tyce also loves to put on Trev's Batman costume!

The Cougar's won their quarter final game and play in the semi-finals this weekend. We drew the #3 team, University of St. Francis out of Indiana. They are a very good team, so we will definately need to play our best to win! I'm really hoping for a trip to the National Championship game in Rome, Georgia.

I started class again last night, so I'm back to doing homework and trying to balance everything. I really enjoy this professor, so should be a great class.

We will be in Iowa over the Christmas holiday and are looking forward to spending some time with friends and family. I hope to meet baby Kennedy and catch up with everyone!

Many blessings to you all!