A lot has happened since we last spoke almost a week ago. Last Thursday was the 2 year anniversary of 9/11, and it’s pretty hard to believe that it has been 2 years already. Then on top of my hangover, we all woke up Friday morning to some pretty terrible news. The “Man in Black”, Johnny Cash, who had been sick for some time, passed away at the age of 71. Then to make matters worse, John Ritter shockingly passed away, way too early only a week before his 55th birthday. This just goes to show us that you never know.
Later Friday afternoon, my father, Tim, Christian and I departed for Pittsburgh. My father and I stayed at the Hilton which was practically on the waterfront across the river from Heinz Field and PNC Park. We walked around Pittsburgh Friday and Saturday, ate at Primanti Bros., and saw the Phillies/Pirates game Saturday night. They lost of course, because when it really matters, Philadelphia teams always lose. To top it off, the Marlins destroyed the Braves to widen their wild card lead. So much for the playoffs again this year. After the game, we left Pittsburgh and made it back to State College by 2AM.
Sunday was another disappointing sports day. The Eagles, the team that has went to the NFC Championship for the past 2 years… the team that has played like veterans and showed up every Sunday to win a ballgame… lost again. They played like little kids. Last week they lost on blown chances, however yesterday they just got spanked. Maybe it’s injuries to the defense that gave up so many points, maybe McNabb has to realize why he’s making so much damn money and bring his A game every week, or maybe the team just has to start playing like a… well team, but things just aren’t going the way they’re supposed to. I’m just hoping this isn’t a year like the Rams had last year. Andy Reid had better use this bye week and figure out a game plan for the Bills, because if anyone can score points, they can.
Now my post is over, and we are all caught up. I’ll leave you with the happy news that I found my remote last night. And we all rejoice!
What I’m listening to right now: Nine Inch Nails – The Downward Spiral – A Warm Place