Fly the W

Saw a great game today

     The Cubbies edged Milwaukee 3-2 in a nail biter. 
     A frigid nail biter.
     I was pretty darn cold when I left the game.  I think we all were.
     But even a cold day at the park is magical.
     The train ride in, the El to the park, all went off without a hitch.  The guys singing soul hits at the subway stop were into the music.  Actually, it seemed to be one guy who was joined by a homeless guy, but they had great harmony.
     We got to the park early enough to get our Cubs fleece, free to the first 10,000 people.
      And we were able to get the early bird 25 percent discount on food and drink.
      Dan, Linda and I were eating out on the upper deck patio and it was crowded and sunny.  Linda's usher friend Mark joined us and we found John and we all sought refuge from the wind on the sun basked patio.
     We asked a couple if we could share their table, and they said yes.
     As we talked amongst ourselves, elevators were mentioned.  The lady, Debbie, asked some questions about bringing her elderly father to the game and getting him to the upper level.
     Turns out, they have season tickets.  In the 400 level.  Two tickets.
     And they are from Alabama.
     Our first question was why?  They explained a business friend of theirs wanted them, but was short of cash so he bought them for the guy.  They used to live in Chicago and had tickets to the Bears and maybe Blackhawks, but never to the Cubs.
     Now they do.
     His name is Wayne and he said they drive up for several games and he sells tickets on Stub Hub.
     I told him I might be interested, so I have his business card.  Between him and two Rochelle people, there may be some extra games I go to this summer.....maybe.
     Someday it will be warmer.
     The only downside was a traffic accident slowed the train home...it was 30 minutes late getting into Elburn.  A truck hit an overpass, so trains were restricted, causing a back up.
     But all is well that ends well....great friends great times, great game.
   

I got fleeced

Winter coats in April?  Good choice today!

Most importantly, a W!

Storm clouds moving in after the game