Lil' Ute

Last weekend I asked Tag if he wanted to go to the Utah or BYU game and he made it clear that he was a Runnin' Ute, so we took him to his first game.  With an hour and a half of driving and parking, he didn't last the whole game, but we all had a great time, as the Utes put the hammer down on UNLV.

Mitch's favorite photo in months.

Even a burnt orange Texas fan wears red to support the Lil' Ute at his first game.

Meet you in the Muss!

Happy Utah fans.  Happier Tagman.

Go Utes!

Beautiful Ute Mom.

Also, last week, Tag's grandpa Brinton came down to Woodland Hills to play some golf and it was so fun to enjoy the gorgeous fall weather outside at Gladstan Golf Club with him.  Our team won the scramble event by a single stroke.  Interestingly, we were in a tie with another team which included Tag's other grandpa, Charky Spence and Tag's brother, Jordan Roberts.  They were awaiting our arrival to the 18th green and we had a 20 foot putt for birdie to take the lead from them.  Jordan walked over and attempted to talk smack and cause me to miss the putt.  I responded with a frozen rope that rolled confidently into the cup, winning the event, and causing Jordan to walk quietly back to his cart where his new girlfriend Morgan was waiting.  Anytime an old guy like me can stick it to the younger, stronger, Jordan is a fine moment worthy of sharing.

Great day on the links with my Dad.

Tag's scar is starting to heal nicely and every day is a new discovery.  A few firsts this week include:

• Tag climbed his first steps, followed by a proud smile.  He has yet to repeat this feat, but we have realized we can't leave him alone in a room with stairs.
• Tag stood himself up at the commode and flushed.  While the noise startled him, he laughed and found a new activity he loves to do. Just wait son, you'll have many fine moments on the porcelain throne.
• Tag's soccer skills have become more advanced.  When I roll a ball to him while sitting, he gets a concentrating look in his eyes and maneuvers the ball near his feet where he promptly kicks it back to me.  This is my favorite game to play with him and we have this on video.  It is hilarious!
• He has started having what looks to him to have conversations with people.  Last night, at a high school football game we attended, he had a full conversation with our friend, Jodi VanTassel, which included grunts, yelps, and smiles.  I think I actually saw Jodi blush.