Italy PT. 3

 Yep. Still having fun on the honeymoon. Looks hot. Food looks good. No, not real cigars, chocolate. OOTD narrations have been taken over by Andrew. Solid stuff.

Italy PT. 2

 Kids seem to still be having fun overseas. Here are a few updates. “And don’t forget the cannoli.”

Parade

 Upgrade! For my faithful readers and new lurkers out there, a quick throwback to last years Stampede Parade on that scorching Friday morning: the parade entry for “Ryan Roth for Greeley City Council At-Large” was #112. This year I was able to RIDE, not walk, on entry #11 “Greeley City Council.” It was still a scorcher, but this year I was on the route at 9:11 and was done by 9:49 and home by 1030. Nice broadcast by 9News, lots of supporters on the route, and very tired arms from all the waving. 

Hot Dog

While on our morning walk last week, both my radio friends Tanner and Brady reached out to see if I would like to participate in their first ever hot dog eating contest on 4th of July Eve. After conferring with Bella, I agreed. With my friend Nate participating as well, it would be an epic match-up, with bragging rights for years to come. I was pretty nervous in the minutes leading up to go time, but played up to my Hulk Hogan persona in the restaurant and on the radio interview. Goal was twofold: finish 4 hot dogs in 10 minutes and not throw up. The countdown started and it was ON! Almost gagged at minute 8 on a wet bun, but held on and finished 5. Winners finished 7. Good times all around. Thanks to the Andersons, Barnharts, Councilman Rudy, and Jerry for coming out and cheering me on. Nap time. 

Dierks

 More Stampede! Made it back down with Jen on Thursday for the concert, and again on Friday for the big one: Dierks Bentley. Park was packed. Long line at Spur Club for Texas Roadhouse. Very full patio. Caught up with the Scribbick family. Sean and I checked out the Buckle Club, while the ladies found some cotton candy for the kids. Concert was great! I even knew a few songs. Finished the night at Short-Go with Olson and Ginns. Early morning alarm for the parade!