Going to the Rodeo

Cal took his second trip to the D over the weekend.  On his first trip we went to the Roller Derby.  This time we took him to the Professional Bull Rider's Last Cowboy Standing.  Culture - he has it!  Billy got free tickets from work, so both sets of grandparents joined us.



Petting one of DPD's Mounted Division horses.

It was a busy night downtown.  In addition to the rodeo at Ford Field, the Fresh Beat Band was at the Music Box, Lyle Lovett was at the State and Barry Manilow was at the Fox.  Talk about a diverse crowd!  Our plan was to eat at Hockeytown, but the wait was an hour and a half so we went to R.U.B instead.  While we were seated quickly, we had to wait over 50 minutes for our food. Luckily we had lots of snacks for Cal, because he was hungry!  He ate two pouches, graham sticks, and a cereal bar PLUS his grilled cheese and fries.  He impressed all of his grandparents with his fork skills, preferring to eat his fries in a civilized manner.

Gimme more food!

Before the bull riding started, Big & Rich and Cowboy Troy gave a mini concert.  Cal loves music and was enthralled.

Cal did great, despite it being past his bed time.  We left early and he was asleep before we even pulled out of the parking garage.

Very full and very sleepy, but very entertained.


I had a really good time and will totally take Cal again.  It was very cool to watch and the emcee was very funny.

The view from our seats.