Our little family drove down to Georgia on Friday night. We got a late start getting on the road and we spent most of the time listening to Hudson’s Baby Einstein DVDs while he watched to stay entertained. But we finally arrived at Lyndsey and Adam’s house. I just love them and I’m so happy that we’re friends. They opened up their home to us so we could go down to watch South Carolina play Auburn.
Lyndsey and Adam both went to Auburn and they’re die hard fans, but they didn’t mind having two Gamecock fans at their tent. On Saturday morning, Adam’s mom came over to watch Hudson and ALM and we all made the 40 minute drive to Auburn, Alabama. Amy and DW joined us on Saturday morning and we got to spend the whole day with two amazing couples.
An article has been going around that raves about Auburn’s hospitality and talks about how Gamecock fans needs to learn to be hospitable hosts and be gracious to visiting fans the way the Auburn fans were to us this weekend. And it’s so true. We were clearly Gamecock fans and we weren’t treated badly by one single Auburn fan. I was so impressed with everyone.
I had been to Auburn a handful of times before as a visiting fan, but this time was definitely the most fun. We spent all day out in the heat, but we were with friends and it was just a great time. Hopefully next year we can show them just as good of a time in Columbia.
Amy, me, and Lyndsey (aren’t my friends GORGEOUS?)
Adam, TC, and DW
after we had all melted, we ran into the adorable Grits!
Unfortunately, the Gamecocks fought hard but didn’t win this one. It was a close game and TC and I kept saying, “we’re going to win!” Auburn has a great Game Day atmosphere and it is L-O-U-D in that stadium throughout the entire game. And I know it’s that way for the majority of SEC stadiums, but this game was really loud. Auburn and South Carolina don’t play that often, but I’ll look forward to the next time we have an excuse to go back.
Aw, so fun and what ADORABLE pictures!!!! 🙂
SO fun! you girls are all so pretty. felt sorry for our teams this weekend 🙁 at least we still had team spirit I suppose.
I love your hair Erin! I wish I had it!! 🙂
Sounds like a wonderful time. I love Auburn. I’ve been there a few times. It’s beautiful.
Arkansas had a crazy loud stadium too! I’m glad you had a great time.
I watched the game on TV and was definitely rooting for you – and looking for you too!
What a great getaway!
That sounds like a great weekend! I’m glad you had fun.
So fun! And by far the most adorable tailgaters ever!
So glad you girls had a fun time together!! That first picture is so cute!
What a fun weekend! College Football is the BEST! 🙂
We were there cheering on the Gamecocks as well! Boy, was it ever HOT!!!! Great game, though, and fantastic atmosphere. I love your pictures–looks like you guys had a great time! This was our second trip to Auburn and it was just as great as the first one–well, maybe even better, since we lost 48-7 last time! At least we are making progress–GO COCKS!! Beat Alabama!!!!!
You ladies are gorgeous!
I was pulling hard for your boys.. 🙁 There’s always next week though!
PS: your hair is gorgeous!
Great pictures– you girls look so pretty.
My husband and I are Seminoles! The best time we have ever had at a game was a few years ago when we traveled to play Clemson. The Clemson fans were so nice and hospitable–it made the atmosphere so much more fun.
I couldn’t pass up commenting…. I am a Clemson fan and have tailgated numerous times with my Gamecock friends. The USC fans I’ve been around have always been extremely hospitable and accommodating. Don’t put yourselves down…this Clemson fan loves visiting Columbia!
I love all three of you 🙂 I’m so glad you were able to have this special fun weekend!!
I just have to comment and say how much I love your hair. I also love reading your blog, reading about and seeing photos “from the South” Girls in the midwest just don’t dress up like that for football games (that I’ve seen) and so these photos were especially fun for me. I think we need to be a little more lady like over here! HA!
So glad you got to go! I’m jealous! A depressing ending, but I’m already counting down until Alabama! Maybe we’ll see you there! : )
Hey Erin! I’ve never commented before, but I love reading your blog. I went to Auburn and loved your post about it! It is such a great atmosphere, and I’m thrilled you had a great time!
You girls are completely GORGEOUS! Erin- I still have hair envy 😉 ‘Course since I have a newborn at home I’m lucky to get a chance to wash my hair….
Great pics! Looks like a fantastic trip away.. oh I would love a vacation at this point!
Love the pictures!!
Erin you look great! Your legs are so slim!!
Cute pictures! you look fabulous! looks like you had a fun weekend. I’ve always wanted to visit Auburn, to get a feel for how loud they say the stadium gets and heard how friendly the fans are! too bad cocks lost 🙁 but least they have a week to rest up for ‘Bama game!
The picture of the guys is too much — it’s like there was a dress code or something and they were all in compliance!
Beautiful friends, absolutely. Time getting to do grown-up things? So jealous of that! Glad you got to!
glad you enjoyed The Plains, and come back soon! War Eagle
To wear a skirt like that, you must be an Auburn fan, right? Wowzers! ha!
My comment seems rude when typed out like that… I didn’t mean it to be mean, just meant that you have to be a true fan and have the confidence to do it! I think it’s cute!
Awww!!! I got teary eyed reading this post!! As an Auburn alum, it’s so encouraging to hear others say what I have always felt – that Auburn has true Southern hospitality. I’m so, so glad you had a good time, and hope you return again! xoxo
Yall are all gorgeous.