I think that term is odd, but our day has been very OMG. Twelve of us traveled by train out to Wrigley Park to watch the Chicago Cubs play the San Diago Padres - baseball.
'We' lost and are exhausted, but wow it was fun. All the hype of a traditional baseball game, the organ, the vendors selling beer and sodas, the hot dogs and the crowd.
Armed with a Bud Lite and a Chicago Dog it was easy to find you way around, with plenty of volunteers to guide you. Such friendly, enthusiastic people.
The first 10,000 ticket holders through the gates today were rewarded with Cubs Aviator hats.
I can report that they are very snugly and warm to wear.
How many volunteers does it take to water a pitch? At least thirteen if this picture is anything to go by.
The stadium filled, yes it is Friday, but 32,128 people attended today. At present the bleachers are under reconstruction, so the maximum capacity is around 36,000.
After the national anthem, intros etc it was 'batter up!" The ball park was a constant buzz of noise, chants, clapping and hints for players and umpires. People don't sit still for long. It's kind-of like watching an anthill.
New boy Kris Bryant didn't live up to his reputation, but the atmosphere is one of those 'not to be missed' things.
We made lots of new 'friends' when clarification was required, or photos taken.
Final score, Padres won the game, but we won the fun prize.
Go Cubs!
That was an experience not to be missed by the looks on your faces in the photos. Food looks yum!
ReplyDeleteLynn, the food was great. I'm sure the same food when served in a food hall would not be the same.
DeleteTo those who went to the game we love your hats and you must have had a great day.
ReplyDeleteFor those shoppers we hope you did not break the bank as the shoppers on our 60s day out in Paraparumu did Friday