A Little Culture

Just to show that we do a bit more than just attend Wisconsin sporting events, we spent Friday evening attending the opening of "Holmes and Watson" at the Repertory Theater.  We were invited by our friends, Greg and Rhonda, who were the executive producers for the show.  We did ask what being an executive producer for the play meant and it really only involves signing an appropriately sized check.  We enjoyed dinner beforehand and I found the play fascinating.  Especially since I've always enjoyed reading Sherlock Holmes stories.  I won't give away the multiple plot twists, but it keeps you interested - especially if you like a bit of mystery.

Saturday morning we got up early to do our usual weekend routine - which was drive over to Madison to watch a football game.  The forecast early in the week was rain changing to wet snow with highs in the mid 30's for the game.  As we were driving over we ran into that exact weather and started debating the wisdom of attending the game versus watching it on TV in a warm, dry spot.  Fortunately for us - especially since Jo seemed determined to go to the game regardless of weather - 15 minutes before we would have to leave the rain/snow stopped.   The sun didn't come out, but at least we weren't getting drenched!  It was an exciting game with enough ups and down to keep the crowd guessing on the final outcome until late in the game.  The home team won leading Wisconsin to another school record for wins in a season.  Remember, this is the first year we bought season tickets and this is the first year that Wisconsin goes 11-0 - might be a coincidence, or maybe it is us!

Saturday evening after warming up a bit we joined Kathy for dinner.  John was enjoying deer camp up north in the wilds of Wisconsin so it was just the three of us.  Although from the looks of sides I-94 on the way to Madison, using a car on the highway seems to be a successful method for getting a deer - it will be a bit mashed up though.