Heavy heart...

Today is Christmas Eve, a time for laughter, joy, family, friends. Yet, my heart is heavy. Last night I witnessed my beloved Boise State Broncos fail to win their football bowl game. These Broncos went 12-1 for the entirety of the season. They traveled to a field "where great teams go to die," Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, and came out victorious over the Ducks. This was a team filled with many freshman and exceeded just about every expectation for this season (and the future looks very bright for this team). Though they lost last night, Ian Johnson became the all-time rushing touchdown leader in the WAC at 58 for his career. He topped Marshall Faulk for the leading spot, and passed LaDainian Tomlinson earlier in the season. Pretty good company to be in, huh?

However, It is a sad day, and I am indeed heavy hearted. No, not just for the loss of last night, but because it is the end of the football season for these Broncos. This is a pastime which I love--maybe too much. There are still bowl games left to watch, which I will do. However, come the night of January 8, after the national champion is crowned, the task will turn to finding something else to fill my Saturdays with. Oh wait, basketball is upon us. Never mind.