Crystal goes to New York City

Watch out here I come. 

So remember last year when my sister, and our two other partners in crime went to Vegas last year? (If you miss it click just search Vegas on my blog.) Well, we planned another trip this year to New York City. That's right, way exciting. However, there was one little hiccup, I couldn't go in May and told my sister to look at her calendar and find another day. Super. Then my sister calls back the next week and says, "Um yeah, we are going without you." Thanks sister.

Luckily, they felt I needed to be included and this is what that looked liked.

That would be me (the Barbie Doll) hanging out in Central Park.

I love New York Cab drivers. 

Can't forget about work. Promoting Certified Angus Beef.

Supposedly, I loved the New York pizza. 

So that was my trip. If you want a few more details you can jump over to my sister's blog and check things out. 

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Vegas - the real event - and how to survive

And then the big night came!

On Saturday night R3 and I hit the rodeo. We got really lucky and a friend of mine had won tickets, and very graciously gave us his Saturday night seats. And they were really good seats, 50 yards line kind of seats. Of course we were in Vegas so that meant taking things to extremes - dresses and cowboy boots. I am pretty sure this was the first time I have ever matched the two together, but I would say it worked out pretty good because R3 and I made the big screen!

The NFR does a real good job of entertaining the crowd. One of my favorite parts was when all the cowboys (and cowgirls!) got to ride in with their respective states - Canada was grouped together and trust me the Canada fans were sure proud! The Texas group was huge, but you all know what they say about Texas ;). Those horses all sidestepped until they were side by side and created this huge rectangle.

Tips for going to NFR:

1. go early - there is lots to do, see, eat and drink before the rodeo

2. bring a sign, R3 and I decided we could double the chance of getting on the big screen by having a sign.

3. If your from Canada bring a Canadian something - flag, maple left, etc.!

4. Either leave before the bull riding to get a cab or bum a ride - we bummed a ride! You won't believe how long the cab ling was.

5. Bring a Vegas survival kits, which looks something like this....

Something to drink on the way to your destination (see upper left-hand corner), cups, snacks to get your energy back up after all that late night dancing, water for the morning, and a little headache medicine!

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Tigers, Lions, Bear and Mistresses oh my!

Tiger, Tiger, Tiger, I say shaking my head. What will we do with you?
So I really do like Tiger Woods. I think he is one of the most amazing athletics across the sports board, but his decisions in his personal life haven't impressed me so much lately.

 I am one of those people that actually likes to watch golf. I think I got this from my dad. During the summers or on weekends, we would wake up early get heifers in, work hair, clip, etc., or do general stuff on the farm, come inside for lunch - eat grilled cheese sandwiches and soup (a staple in my diet), and then watch golf for awhile until it was cooler outside.

It amazes me how people think that they can get away with things in relationships. Like somehow, it'll be ok because the other person won't find out. This weekend I even heard this girl (that is in a serious relationship mind you) say, "well it's just kissing, that doesn't really count." Uh ya it does. My friend Tiffany wrote a good post about this the other day, Stop Helping the Jerk Gene.

After my NFR trip to Vegas, everyone asked us how the cowboys looked - they looked real good. Just one problem, most of them had wives or girlfriends, but that didn't seem to bother them. Can you really find a significant other out there these days that will be faithful and committed? I am a positive person, and have faith, so I am going to believe that you can. In the mean time I leave you of this image that my sister actually took of me this summer when we were in Vegas. It seems pretty fitting now!

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Vegas NFR style, buckles and singing

Don't let your babies grow up to be cowboys...

On Friday night we hit the ground running. R3 and I left straight from the office and headed to the airport, and thanks to Southwest and those handy little drink tickets we were able to enjoy a little relaxation. The plane was full with a combination of rodeo goers, marathon runners - there was a huge race in Vegas on Saturday, and a bunch of K-State vet students and equine enthusiasts that were attending the National Equine Practitioners meetings in Vegas. Why can't my meetings be in Vegas?

Once we arrived in Vegas, we checked into the Planet Hollywood hotel - and yes we somehow managed to get a suite. I would highly recommend this hotel, very nice, good location on the strip, great places to eat, and the a mall attached to it. This would be R3 demonstration the size of our tub. We also each had our own vanities. Very important!

Later that night we headed over to South Point to watch the NFR buckle presentations. It's neat to watch the contestants talk about their ride or run, they bring the stock contractors up there with them, family, etc. Everyone is pretty excited. While you are at South Point you can also take in the Calgary Stampede party. Us northerners like to surround ourselves with other northerners ;). In this picture Kaycee Field is getting his buckle from Round 2 in the saddle bronc riding. p.s. it is very strange to see rodeo clown Flint Rasmussen without his clown get-up on.

That night we headed over to Mirage, where all the contests all go. It was neat to be standing there and get to mix and mingle with all the guys you see down in the arena or on the big screen. Every night at the Mirage they also have a line up of country music singers. The first night we saw Jason Meadows, who was the second-place finalist on the third season of Nashville Star. And yes, he gave me one of his band's drumsticks. He was pretty decent, worth looking into. However, the second night we got to see Michael Scott, and he was really good. A little more rocker to him. I like this song of his if you want to listen.

Next time we'll talk about the importance of shopping and plastic guitars!

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Viva Las Vegas - NFR

We are going to rock this town tonight!


My roommate, R3 and I are on the road a lot, and it isn't very often that we get to take a true vacation. So, when the opportunity presented itself we jumped at the chance to take a Las Vegas vacation - NFR style.

Over the next few days I will have updates on -

• The importance of a Vegas survival kit
  
• The return on the green guitar
  
• Some awesome shopping
  
• Of course our night at the rodeo - where we also became famous
  
• Me getting to see one of my most favorite celebrities
  
• Some new country artists you need to check out
  

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The countdown is on - NFR baby

Only 30 more days...

I really like rodeo, and I admit I really like shopping, and I really thought Vegas was awesome this summer when my sister and friends went. So, what would be cooler than all those things combined in an NFR Experience!

The roommate and I will be headed their for the first weekend. I'll admit it is kind of a random trip, just the two of us going, but we are really excited. Last year, I tried to get a big group to go, but with no luck. So this year, very sneakily R3 and I planned a trip.

Now we don't have rodeo tickets yet, we are hoping to buy some their or stumble on some before then. We are also planning on making Cowboy Christmas a big part of our weekend, however the pocket book might limit that.

I am really hoping to stop by Classic Leather Designs and pick me up a hair-on belt similar to this. I think I want something that is more black and white patches.

So if you have any suggestions as to what we should do, wear we should go, or if your attending to, hit me up.

p.s. You can search Vegas in the search bar at the top to read about all of our stories.

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The Pink Guitar and Marcus - Vegas Part II

Definitely over due!

So I can't believe that it is getting close to a month since I was in Vegas. I am definitely itching to get back, I think my bank account will need to recover before that though! I would say I was a conservative spender out there but with $10 drinks, $18 lunches and shows to be seen it all adds up.

The next few days were spend by the pool, doing some shopping on the strip and seeing some shows. I figured the best way to describe it would be by pictures!

The Pink Guitar. This guitar is actually an 80 oz. drink holder! And was amazing. We were able to choose different flavors of slush until it was full. The rest of the day we spend walking around with our guitar and shopping. Such a refreshing way to spend the day. The last day of my trip we went back and got a second one. The girls are definitely planning on pulling them our for the World Angus Forum.

That night we saw Cirque du Soleil O show at the Bellagio. It was amazing, and certainly worth the pricey tickets. Would totally recommend it. The above picture is from the water show in front of the Bellagio. The fountains play ever 20 minutes I think in time with different songs. We stayed and watched two shows, we were enjoying them that much!

That night we went to Body English at the Hard Rock. It was awesome, the music changed ever two minutes, and a great combination of old school and new pop. We were extremely fortune it to be able to get front of the line again! Above is our town car driver. We were pretty sure he was apart of the Greek mafia if there is such a thing. Again we left the bar that night, due to serious blisters forming!

The next day was Brett's birthday, and the girls let me surprise them by picking Dick's Last Resort. If you ever get a chance to go to one of the restaurants take the opportunity! Just be sure you have tough skin. The whole idea is that the wait staff gets to act like jerks, and have a little fun with their guests. Being Canadian and in dresses only added fuel to the fire that night! The balloon person that they made us was awesome! After Dick's we were going to attend "Thunder Down Under" so the balloon maker thought a male stripper would be appropriate. We had no idea that waiter was behind us when we were taking the picture. Also, my hat they made me says something inappropriate that I will not repeat on here!

We then decided that Marcus would make a good 3D "Flat Stanley" and took many pictures of his trip to Vegas!

Before heading to Thunder Down Under we decided that it would be a good idea to sneak into the wedding chapel. Although, we never made it to the alter, we did pose for a few pictures!

Finally, we made our way to Thunder Down Under a male Australian "show!" As you can see the boys looked pretty good. Again highly recommend it for some good girl time. We thought Marcus would fit right in.


That night we headed to Jet for more dancing! And then ended the night with a some SLAM burgers at Denny's. just remember when you order a SLAM from Denny's you must smack the table as hard as you can while saying SLAM!

All in all it was a wonderful trip and can't wait to go back sometime!

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