A Tree-bute...

When I first heard about what had happened at Toomer's, I immediately thought about the last time I was there. It was an unexpected trip to go home for the Auburn vs. Georgia game. Once the 4th quarter clock ticked to 0:00...we went to celebrate with one great tradition--rolling our own corner where two oak trees have stood for close to 130 years. 130 years. 130 years. Their longevity is something to marvel--and even more so when you consider all the Auburn victories they have withstood. But now...due to an act of ludicrousness...they will struggle to survive even one more year at the corner of Magnolia and College...and it makes me sad.

These lines of "The Auburn Creed" seem especially appropriate now:

"I believe in a sound mind, in a sound body and a spirit that is not afraid, and in clean sports that develop these qualities."

"I believe in obedience to the law because it protects the rights of all".

Here are some pictures of the last time I rolled the trees at Toomer's Corner. I know there will be "new" ones eventually, but it won't be the same. I'm thankful I was able to celebrate a great win with the people I love most...one last time.

"And because Auburn men and women believe in these things, I believe in Auburn and love it."