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Another Heartbreaker at the Cotton Bowl: Longhorn Pride Remains Strong

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As a lifelong Texas Longhorns fan, it’s hard not to feel the sting of disappointment after yesterday's loss at the Cotton Bowl. Two years in a row, we’ve made it to the goal line only to see the season end in heartbreak. No words can describe how gut-wrenching it is to get that close and fall short.

But being a Longhorn means holding onto hope, even in tough times. While this season didn’t end as we’d hoped, I’m already looking forward to what’s ahead—especially the Arch Manning era! It’s time for a new chapter, and I’m excited to see Arch take the helm. Hopefully, the third time will truly be the charm for Texas.

This season had its challenges, and while Quinn Ewers had his moments, I think many of us are ready to turn the page. The future is bright, and I believe Arch has the talent and drive to lead us to greatness.

A group of us gathered at the Foxhole to cheer on the Longhorns yesterday. We came early, decked out in burnt orange, yelled our hearts out, and stayed until the bitter end. That’s what being a Longhorn fan is all about—passion, loyalty, and believing that next year is our year.

Texas will always be my team. Win or lose, I’ll keep wearing orange and cheering them on. Hook 'em, Horns! 🤘

 

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Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

Hi Dorie-

I'm from Oregon and it was terrible watching the Rose Bowl this year. Perhaps next year Texas and Oregon can meet in the championship game.

Jan 11, 2025 01:09 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

I was so surprised at the Rose Bowl outcome! I thought for sure you were going to win Lynnea Miller . You just never now until game day!

Jan 12, 2025 07:32 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Dorie I thought they were going to pull it out, but then everything seemed to fall apart at the end.

Jan 11, 2025 01:29 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Nope George Souto ..it wasn't meant to be this year!

Jan 12, 2025 07:33 AM
Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.WarrenCountyOhioRealEstate.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

Dorie, they gave the Buckeyes a good run, and as you might guess in my neck of the woods we're a bit happier with the results.  Rumor has it the coach has to win it all or pay the price for not being able to beat Michigan.

Jan 11, 2025 02:57 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

It was a tough loss Bill but glad they had the opportunity..just wasn't meant to be!

Jan 12, 2025 07:34 AM
Dennis Neal
Exp Realty of Southern California, Inc. - Big Bear Lake, CA
Your Home Sold in 21 Days or We Sell It For Free

What a heartfelt and passionate reflection, Dorie! Your unwavering Longhorn pride and optimism for the future truly shine through. Here's to brighter days ahead and the exciting new chapter with Arch Manning—Hook 'em, Horns! 🤘

Jan 11, 2025 05:04 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Dennis Neal ,

I can't say I'm sorry to see Quinn go..so grateful the Arch Manning era has begun! 

Jan 12, 2025 07:35 AM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Sorry Dorie, I am a Buckeye fan!!!

It was great game until Texas lost their 4 attempts close to goal line. Wish us the best to beat the Irish on Jan 20th

Jan 11, 2025 05:52 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Good morning Sham Reddy CRS ,

Good luck it will be a great game!

Jan 12, 2025 07:35 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Dorie- There were a lot of loud not-so-nice words being yelled in the Streib house...thank goodness Larry is calmer than I am when watching football. Texas didn't look "together" yesterday. They played Arch Manning for one play. Wait until next year. 

I almost texted you but hoped that you'd be out watching it with friends. 

Jan 11, 2025 05:57 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Good morning Kathy Streib ..there were lots of words being shouted in the sports bar where I was watching! Also chants like "Put Manning in!"

Jan 12, 2025 07:37 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Dorie Dillard Austin TX  have not had the TV on in years and therefore I had to Google who you played against, sorry for your loss, Endre

Jan 11, 2025 08:46 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Chef Endre Barath, Jr. The Cotton Bowl is a big event in Texas and even those who don't normally come out to see the excitement!

Jan 12, 2025 07:38 AM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Hi Dorie. Someone does have to lose. The 12 team playoff gives more teams a chance. Hope it goes to 16 teams like the Division 2 college football has done for years....by the way looks like girls just want to have fun!

Jan 11, 2025 09:37 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

You are right Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI ,

Someone has to loose and there is a winner, just like in real life! We had fun!! Made some new Texas fan friends and will be back next year with renewed anticipation for a better season!

Jan 12, 2025 07:40 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Aw, I'm sorry to hear your team didn't make it, but I love the team spirit in this post. And that is a great photo of you and your fellow fans!

Jan 12, 2025 04:55 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Kat Palmiotti ,

We had a great time, missing a few of our regulars but made some new Texas friends!

Jan 12, 2025 07:41 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Dorie... so sorry your team lost... but at least you had a great time cheering them on! 

Jan 12, 2025 06:07 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

We always do Nina Hollander, Broker 

Jan 12, 2025 07:41 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

I could not agree more...I really hate Ohio State as well. I am not of fan of entitled fans.

Jan 12, 2025 07:44 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks, Dorie, for sharing your support for the team. 

Have a great day and an outstanding week.

Jan 12, 2025 08:46 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Dorie, although the Longhorns did not win, sounds like you and your friends still made it a great day together.

Jan 12, 2025 12:44 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thanks for sharing your Longhorns love, Dorie Dillard Austin TX - it's great to see fans like you staying optimistic and looking forward to brighter days ahead, and I'm already getting caught up in the excitement of the Arch Manning era!

Jan 12, 2025 12:49 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

They had a really good season and I was certainly bummed when they lost, especially to Ohio State, a team that I don't like at all, haha.  I am hoping that Notre Dame will win it all!

Jan 13, 2025 04:09 AM
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX

Dorie Dillard Austin TX -

"Be it ever so humble, there's no place like home." You're a Texan girl through and through! Our Longhorns are tough!

As you say, "being a longhorn means holding onto hope, even in tough times."

Jan 13, 2025 04:39 AM