football and overeating

for me, yesterday officially kicks off the holiday season of overindulging.

six years ago yesterday i met my beautiful bride for the first time. she had just purchased a tambourine and was taking part in a two person parade through the north end of boston. long story short, they came over to my place for from grilling and college football and six years later we continue to celebrate november 22nd as what is now known as parade day. so yesterday we had some friends over to enjoy a roast and a whole chicken and our friends brought all the delicious side dishes to accompany them. add in a few bud lights or red wine and the pats/jets game and the holiday season was underway.

this year we will spend traveling to PA to be with my family. and having an italian mother, there is never a shortage of food. i swear that my mom doesnt actually eat any of the food she prepares. she just serves it, then starts preparing the next meal. the football this year will come in the form of several of the family alma maters in the playoffs. villanova (mom/dad/sister) hosts holy cross. william & mary (me) takes on weber state. elon (brother) goes to richmond. UNH (wife) heads to mcneese state. and appalachian state (sister again) hosts south carolina state. of course very few of these games will actually be on tv but hopefully we can at least catch some scores throughout the day.

so loosen your belt. get in some exercise when you can. try to take everything in moderation. be ok with putting on a few pounds. and enjoy yourselves, your family and friends these next couple months.