The instructions to everyone were to bring something purple and a recipe. We wanted Victoria and Kip to wear a dirndl and lederhosen, respectively, but we knew that would be out of the question. So when we were at the Leinenkugel brewery and saw t-shirts that looked like a dirndl and lederhosen, we had to buy them.
Then it occurred to me that Willie needed in on the action. I arranged for him to drop by, which he did, and he took the obligatory photo with the bride and groom, her family, and others.
When Anne arrived, she brought along a lovely purple veil for Victoria to wear, which she very sportingly did. Kip wore his gray Leinenkugel German Octoberfest hat, which I hope he keeps for future Octobfest tailgates.
We brought the steins for the beer that we purchased in Wisconsin, most of which came from New Glarus. Kip received a six-pack of Totally Naked, Victoria's favorite brew, though we also had Two Women, Spotted Cow, Staghorn, and others for those who thought Totally Naked was a bit risqué!
The only thing missing was the Octoberfest music (I had it but forgot to play it) and Kenneth in his lederhosen. He said they are a pain, but I think the pain is in his waist where they are probably a little tight. Anyway, Don had his Austrian hat to set the mood.
As guests ate their brahts, bierocks, German potato salad, fruit salad, apple or pumpkin cakes, and Reuben roll-up appetizers and a kielbasa dip, Victoria and Kip opened their gifts of purple KSU plates and napkins, a KSU rug, a car flag, a purple New Glarus fleece, two coffee mugs, a candle with a purple glass holder, and several items I did not see.
The day was capped off with a big Wildcat win. What a great day for all of us!
We had absolutely the best time! It was so fun to be surrounded by all our friends and WILLIE too!
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