Our love for the Ohio State Buckeyes may just be a tradition; however, it is one that bonds us despite our geographical distance. I spent the Michigan game at Jodelle's, while my family watched it in Ohio. Afterward, we were all calling each other to celebrate and of course emailing Casey about the victory. Then, for the first time in about three years, we all got together on New Years Day and cheered the Buckeyes on to victory in the first ever College Playoff game and unprecedented defeat of Alabama and Nick Saban. All of our voices where hoarse that next day. Finally, January 12, from around the country, we were calling and texting as we screamed for the Bucks when they beat Oregon 41-20 to become the first undisputed National Champions. The highlight of it though for me is how it connects me with everyone. Dad called me immediately after the victory and Grandma Miller texted me. Of course, it was the topic of our emails with Casey. In fact, part of that victory might be attributed to him since 2014 is the only year he spent completely as a missionary. Coincidentally, it was the Buckeye's best season in recent years. Plus, he was praying all week for the Bucks to win. Coincidence? I think not? ;)
While others look at us and see fanatical fans, I see a family that is bonded because of football. And I love it.
Plus, you can bond with your co-workers. Despite both teaching in Utah, we had to wear our jerseys and tattoos on game day to support our team. It's justifiable though because it's just helping our students value college, right?
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