This past weekend we packed up the girls and headed to spend some time with family and the real reason, to go to Mariners FanFest. We had a great time! I was able to "surprise" my wife with a Mariner's jersey as an early Valentine's Day gift. I say "surprise" because I had to shamelessly consult with her on sizes to make sure I got her the right one. That is us on the left, one of the highlights was being able to "run" around the bases. (click here to see my slide into 3rd) This year, attendance was doubled and unfortunately everything had a long line. Towards the end of the day, when my parents graciously took our three girls home, Jamara and I were able to run around the bases and snap our traditional picture in the visitors dugout.
After last year's team pulled together to win 85 games last year and some key off-season acquisitions (Cliff Lee, Chone Figgins, Milton Bradley and Eric Brynes), attendance doubled this year with twice as many people on Saturday, the day we went, compared to all of last year. I knew it would be a special day when I saw former Seahawk and Husky QB great Brock Huard in the parking garage. He was very gracious as we took a couple minutes to discuss the latest potential gem, Eric Byrnes. We both agreed this could be a great pick up if Eric remains healthy.This year we also brought our youngest daughter, she is 3 1/2 and my Mom with us to enjoy the festivities. After lunch, it was straight over to the face painting booth to get ready for all of the festivities. Next it was time for some hot chocolate as the wind coming off Puget Sound made for a chilly afternoon.
My Dad took the girls over to get balloon animals and I listened to "Dugout Dialogue" with one of my Mariners heroes - Jay Buhner. It was hard not be optimistic hearing Jay talk about how excited he is for this year's team. He is one of the last good guys that still gives his time during Spring Training to spend time with the young guys, teaching them about how to play the game.Our day concluded with the magic of touring the Mariner's clubhouse. This was the main reason my Mom wanted to come and I think it was worth the wait. While the lockers weren't set up like they will be during the season, it was exciting to get an inside glimpse of where these guys get ready to play.
It is only 14 days until Valentine's Day, or as my wife will tell you, "it's the day that Pitchers & Catchers report". I am so thankful God blessed me with such an amazing wife, mom and Mariners fan!
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As a lifelong Phillies fan, you're going to enjoy Cliff Lee. One heck of a pitcher and seems to be an even classier person. Still not sure what we were thinking...
You're wife seems like a special lady - looks like you hit a home run there.
Thanks troutrageous1. I think I speak for Mariner fans everywhere that we are very excited about Cliff Lee. Can't believe the Phillies let him go, although you got a couple of years out of Jamie Moyer, so it all evens out.
I definitely hit a round tripper with my wife. She was pouring over the schedule on the way home to find out what games to go to :)
Sounds like a great trip and lots of fun for you and your family. Go Mariners!
I am a lifetime Atlanta Braves fan so I like the idea of Cliff Lee being in Seattle instead of Philadelphia. Go Braves!
Mel, thanks for stopping by. I hope the Braves have a great season, glad we could move Cliff Lee out of the NL for you. Your site looks great on WP, I am hoping to make the switch in February.
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