Thursday, March 17, 2005

Rodeo Austin

Day #60

This morning we all got some much needed sleep, had cake for breakfast and decided to pass on South By Southwest and go to the rodeo instead. We had read the program for the rodeo/state fair and couldn't wait to get there. We hoped to see diving pigs but when we asked someone where they were we were told that there was an incident and that the pigs would not be performing any more today. We were all a little disappointed but were more concerned for the pigs. We walked around some, went to the petting zoo where we fed a yak, checked out the livestock and then saw Whiplash the Cowboy Monkey perform (see picture below). We spent the day eating food that was either fried (twinkies, oreos, etc.) or on a stick (pizza). Sam and Noah had a blast on the rides while Dan, Lisa and I talked. Then it was time for the rodeo. It was an incredible experience. I quickly became obsessed with the whole thing; the clothing, the events, everything. If you ever get a chance to go to a rodeo I highly recommend it. It will be like nothing else you've ever experienced.


Me, Sam (right) and Noah (left)


Whiplash the Cowboy Monkey


Dan, Sam, Lisa and Noah in Jail

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