The Gate to the Super Bowl

Here we are, one game away from THE BIG GAME!  We've been down the road and now we are only one gate away from the Super Bowl.  We were on pins and needles; excited for the final playoff game and nervous for the outcome.  We are optimistic fans, but also realistic that things can change unexpectedly when you're too arrogant.  It's important to keep your head in the game, even as a fan.

We invited a few friends over to watch the game.  The Heinemans, Wells and Martins.  The Martin's didn't show up until half time.  Feel free to tease them for being second half fans, we did :)  

We had plenty of football snacks (good thing the healthy eating diet is Monday through Friday) and a great day to watch the game.

Jennie, Eric, Keith, Marion and Jeff

The Christmas Bronco gnome was looking on to bring us good luck.

He hasn't found his permanent home in our yard yet, so he was up for the task.

The big boys had to get outside at half time to burn off some energy and a game of football only seemed appropriate.

Oliver, Owen and Owen

This is the tackle move that made this Mama go inside for the flags.  Flag football always seems like a much better option than tackle.

A bit blurry since the action was high and the flash was off (amateur move, I know)

The Boys celebrating the Broncos win over the Patriots.

The Broncos are going to the SUPER BOWL!!!  WAHOO!!!!

Owen, Owen, Kellan, Cole and Oliver

The Mamas and their new hats.

Jennie brought Carrie and Kristi a surprise, new Broncos colored hats and WE LOVE THEM!

Go Broncos!!

Carrie, Jennie and Kristi

Make note, down below I'm wearing capris and flip flops.  That's just what you do when it's 60 degrees in Denver in January.  Thank You Mother Nature!

The Mamas and their boys with celebratory otter pops.

(The Real story: Kellan accidentally closed the bathroom door on Coles hand so ice was in order.  However, the ice had all been used in the Mamas and Papas drink glasses, so, the next best thing was an Otter Pop to hold.  As an added bonus, popsicles always make you feel better and forget about the pain.)

Carrie, Jennie, Kristi

Cole, Kellan, Oliver, Owen Owen

These boys love football.  They were highly focused on the next game, the Seahawks and the 49ers.  The big question to answer was who were the Broncos going to play against in the Super Bowl?

Plus, who doesn't like a front row seat to the National Anthem?

As the crowd was dwindling, the Heinemans hung around to make sure that Kellan learned a few new tricks.

Anyone up for an Olive?

Eric was game, even if Kellan was a tad hesitant.

Not too hesitant though.

Oh whew!!  He came out with all five fingers!! :)

That night, we settled in to finish watching the Seahawks and 49ers game.  Everyone was happy to relax.

After the boys were in their PJ's, they got snuggly to find out that the Broncos would be playing the Seahawks in the big game.

GO BRONCOS!!!!