Home ContactAbout UsPhotosRecipes

Monday, February 7, 2011

Rodeo Ramblings

On Saturday, Rick, Jenna, Jonah, and I went to the Ft. Worth Stock Show Rodeo. We left early because of the road conditions. We had no problems getting there in time for the 2:00 show and got a great parking place.

Jonah seemed to love it all. As always, he took it all in and asked lots of questions. He even rode a horse (his parents couldn't believe that one).

I just love that rodeo. My parents took Marilyn and I probably almost every year. Memories were triggered once again as I entered the grounds....the buildings, barns, smells, cowboy hats, flags, food, and .....

As we took our seats in the coliseum, one special memory came to my mind. I don't remember the year, I just remember sitting in that same area and Minnie Pearl entertaining the crowd during the show. I remember thinking as a little girl how HUGE that place was and how high up our seats were.

Once upon a time that WAS a big arena. That was pre--American Airlines and Texas Motor Speedway days.

As I sat there though I thought about what was going on in Jonah's little mind as we took the steps up to our seats, sat down, and gazed down into the dirt-filled rodeo arena for his first (and hopefully many more) stock show rodeo(s).








17 comments:

  1. And lots more memories to build on from there. :)

    ReplyDelete
  2. There was a rodeo this weekend? All I heard about all weekend was the Packers! :-) This looks like a great time had by all. Love the cute photos!

    ReplyDelete
  3. don't you love Fort Worth....and the rodeo...I can't wait to take little britches...I know he will love it..

    ReplyDelete
  4. I love, love rodeos like that. It reminds me of going to Cow Palace in San Francisco one year. That is a huge arena and I love the pictures you got. I am like you, just seeing the pictures I can imagine the smell.

    ReplyDelete
  5. That's a fantastic arena. Looks like a lot of fun. I've only been to small county rodeos and would love to see something like that one! Great photos.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Great post and pics!! I grew up in Fort Worth and lived for awhile right in the neighborhood there by Montgomery and the coliseum.

    ReplyDelete
  7. Wonderful pictures. So glad you were able to get out after all the ice. It was nice to see Jenna.

    ReplyDelete
  8. What a wonderful memory to cherish and keep. Nothing like those "firsts" with the kids, is there? Hugs- Diana

    ReplyDelete
  9. So glad you have such special memories at the Stock Show from growing up, and that you making them still with your family now. That's really a fun event!! Love your snow pictures! And the cinnamon rolls sound wonderful!
    Hugs and Blessings,

    ReplyDelete
  10. i love rodeos and can't wait to take the boys!

    ReplyDelete
  11. I love the memories and the pictures.

    ReplyDelete
  12. Hi! diana, are memories not the best! and to continue making them is even better! Cute Pics! have a wonderful Tuesday:)

    ReplyDelete
  13. Wow...your pictures are wonderful. What a fun time! Can you believe we are going to have more cooooold weather and possibly snow? I dream of spring! Blessings!

    ReplyDelete
  14. Gorgeous pictures of the rodeo! I love the rodeo! And, I believe I would've enjoyed Minnie Pearl, too, back in the day! She was an icon of simplicity and joy!

    I know one day Jonah will be able to describe to you the wonderful memories he has because of you and your husband!

    ReplyDelete
  15. The weather was just beautiful for your great day...I have never been, we must put that on our list to do! Great pictures. Here it comes again...tonight!

    ReplyDelete