What is the best thing about being a Texan in March... the Rodeo!!! I know, I know, easy question. Maybe it's because I'm not from here, but I am so drawn to everything about it. I mean, what’s not to love? For those of you not from Texas, you have no idea what you’re missing out on.
The first Rodeo I ever went to was during my freshman year of college to see Brooks & Dunn with my Dad. I’m pretty sure we picked this concert due to our name, considering we didn’t know a single song.
One thing that surprised me is that the Rodeo is so much more than bull riding and concerts.
For the past 2 years, I ran the Connoco Phillips Rodeo 10K. I’ve never been a big long-distance runner. It’s not that I don’t like working out, it’s really that I just HATE the monotony of running. Treadmills (without a TV) might be the least appealing thing to do. Ever. Despite that, I have a long-term goal of running a half-marathon. However, until I reach that point, I will consider these 10K races a decent accomplishment.
This year, my friend Sarah invited me to go to the Rodeo Cook-Off with her. I was way excited about this! In addition to the carnival, there was a huge stage where people such as Cory Morrow and Casey Donahew played, tons and tons of tents, beer, boots and more! Our tent had a live band, open bar and yummy BBQ (Yes, I just admitted I enjoyed a BBQ meal, baby steps). I had the BEST time with some really awesome friends. It is weekends like this when I realize how many special people I have in my life (cliché, I know). But I just love those weekends where you have so much fun with your friends and leave on such a *Natural* high.
Rodeo Cook-Off Friday Night! The 10K was Saturday morning. Not sure that was the best planning.
Rodeo Cook-Off Saturday!
In the past few years, I think I’ve pretty much seen about all the “regular” artists that come to play at the Houston Rodeo. This year, I got to see Clay Walker, Sugarland, Billy Currington and Keith Urban. Believe it or not, Sugarland and Keith Urban were my favorite! After Sugarland’s performance at the CMA’s, I have been less than a fan of her music (her skin-tight shiny leotard and AWFUL dance moves, yes she also pulled those out at the Rodeo, were enough to do me in)… BUT she sang some Britney and Beyonce and completely MADE my night. (Sidenote: Britney Spears will always and forever be my favorite concert). As for Keith Urban, should he ever decide to give Nicole the boot, I will be MORE than willing to step-in.
Last, but not least, the livestock!!! Katy and I made it to the Rodeo a little bit before our friends one night and we got a chance to walk thru the cows. Animal lover to a fault here. We met this little fella:
Breakfast Jack (his owner was not that funny) and he was all of 1.5 weeks old. Such a sweet pea.
Although Rodeo Season isn’t quite over yet… it is for me,boo. Maybe I’ll be able to sneak in one more concert before March is over J
Here are a few more pics from year's past:
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