Testosterone-Charged Weekend
On Thursday, my dad, brother Jon, and brother-in-law Mike flew into town for what was billed as a 'Guys-Only Weekend', which is exactly what it was. We did all the stereotypical 'guy' things: the TV only showed sports or action movies; we consumed large quantities of barbecue, burgers, and beer; and, of course, the toilet seat was left up all weekend.
The highlight of the weekend (and the initial reason for the trip) was the annual grudge match between A&M and t.u. (as the University of Texas is pejoratively known here in Aggieland). The game turned out to be what we hoped it would be: competitive, exciting, down-to-the-wire football. The only downside was that the hapless underdog Aggies couldn't pull of the upset--an upset that would have ruined t.u.'s otherwise perfect season. But we gave 'em a good scare and actually looked like we belonged on the same field (something not many expected).
Aside from the football game, we enjoyed investing in each others' lives: asking each other the tough questions, laughing, arguing, relaxing, etc. It was nice to have them around for a few days.
But I am glad that Barb has finally returned! And she has brought my sister Jessica with her (Mike is staying a little longer than Dad and Jon). So we'll have a few fun days with them (Jessica has been looking forward to fiesting on Mexican food for the past few months), and then a couple more with Barb's Uncle Abe and Aunt Eleanor, who come in on Saturday.
The highlight of the weekend (and the initial reason for the trip) was the annual grudge match between A&M and t.u. (as the University of Texas is pejoratively known here in Aggieland). The game turned out to be what we hoped it would be: competitive, exciting, down-to-the-wire football. The only downside was that the hapless underdog Aggies couldn't pull of the upset--an upset that would have ruined t.u.'s otherwise perfect season. But we gave 'em a good scare and actually looked like we belonged on the same field (something not many expected).
Aside from the football game, we enjoyed investing in each others' lives: asking each other the tough questions, laughing, arguing, relaxing, etc. It was nice to have them around for a few days.
But I am glad that Barb has finally returned! And she has brought my sister Jessica with her (Mike is staying a little longer than Dad and Jon). So we'll have a few fun days with them (Jessica has been looking forward to fiesting on Mexican food for the past few months), and then a couple more with Barb's Uncle Abe and Aunt Eleanor, who come in on Saturday.
posted by David Wiens at 3:52 p.m.
1 Comments:
Hi there. I am your very distant relative from sunny San Deigo. I'm working the grave yard shift at one of my jobs and needed a brake from the monotony of homework, so I googled Wiens, and stumbled upon a legacy. O.K. not really a legacy, just a bunch of artists and scientists. All the same it has entertained me.
Anyhow, as much as i've enjoyed this little chat I must get back to my homework.
Good Luck in Life.
Nicki
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