Saturday = Gameday

GO GATORS!!

(my homemade ribbon wreath...another idea from Darby)

Most of you are fully aware that we are pretty big Gator fans, and fans of football in general... both college and pro... So Saturdays around here center around when the Gators play and what other games are on to watch. We often have family and friends over to watch since we are the only ones in the fam with HD, a big screen, and a toddler with specific nap/bed times. Luckily, no one ever objects to coming over..this might have something to do with our food spread each week. And this Saturday was no different.

Matt spent the morning prepping for his first batch of competition chili to serve to our willing guests for feedback. For those of you that don't know, there is a Chili Cookoff at St. George Island the first weekend of March every year. Since moving back to Tally, we look forward to this fun-filled event. It is known for its tasty chilies as well as the out-of-this-world people watching. Those who have attended know exactly what I mean by this. And every year, Matt talks about entering...this year he's serious! He's putting his chili pepper where his mouth is and has researched all the rules and regulations. This Saturday, he made his inaugural batch of competition chili!

And the consensus was........

It needs work! Good taste, good meat, but WAY TOO HOT to enjoy. Matt's got some tricks up his sleeve and ideas as to how to vary the recipe to maintain the goodness, add more goodness, and tone down the heat. I'm already looking forward to the second go-round.

Eli was geared up and ready to watch his first complete Gator game. He even donned his new "chomp chomp" hat for a few pictures. He is a happy Gator celebrating a 30-6 victory over Tennessee! GO GATORS!
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