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We had a great time this year at our annual tailgate in Bloomington. The usual suspects showed up and we had early fall like weather. Joe made his grilled chicken wings and Mini Sliders.  Super yummy!!  I think my son ate 5 of those sliders! I brought my healthy options and they were a hit! Spicy Chipotle Black Bean and Corn Salsa , and Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps.   Amy and Joe are pros at this point setting up a tailgate tent. They have the tables, tents, grill going and mini bar set up.  Every year there are games to play. Football and corn hole, unfortunately a tailgating neighbor fell on their set and broke it! AHHH!! Well, one less thing to pack up!

This annual Field Trip was a success with a mix of good company, cool weather, and good food. Here’s our highlights from this year and previous years.

Cast of characters: Joe, Amy, Joey, Josh, Erin, Josie, Pat, Me(Kristin), Jack, Nina, various friends and blast from the past our Foreign Exchange Student Francesco. Ciao!