May 26th – 30th
THURSDAY - TRAVEL DAY
Columbus > Baltimore
Was delayed out of Columbus by about an hour. Not a big deal because I was on a direct flight. However, I have my annual Spring sinus infection, so I am not feeling the best.
Our lacrosse director lives outside of Baltimore and is having a cookout tonight for the crew. I had to turn down the invite because of this stupid sinus infection and horrific cough. He was 1 year old twins – couldn’t expose them to that.
I got settled in my room and went down to have dinner at the hotel bar. Got to bed early.
FRIDAY – SET DAY
Our set day was good. Got lots done.
A bunch of us went to this Farmers Market type place for lunch. It was mainly all seafood places, but I was able to find a really good sliced beef sandwich.
That evening, I went to dinner with a bunch of my friends. We went to the Pratt St. Ale House. It’s kinda like a local version of a Fridays. It’s a short walk from the hotel.
SATURDAY - SEMIFINALS
Walked the 20 minute walk over to M&T Bank Stadium this morning. It’s much easier than driving over.
On the walk, there is a fan fest area with all sorts of vendors and lacrosse activities. It’s pretty cool if you are a lacrosse fan. Nice family atmosphere.
Since the catering is so terrible, we decided to get our own lunch at break time. Mmmm…. This is the best food stand ever!
(Besides ones that serve adult beverages)
SUNDAY – EDIT DAY
Short set day today; went well.
In the late afternoon, Steph, her husband and I walked over to the Pratt St Ale house for an early dinner. And what do you know?! A bunch of the crew was there for a surprise party. This is Steph’s last event as a staffer – she gave her notice months ago, but she wanted to finish out the lacrosse season. So I organized this little farewell party.
Later in the evening, a bunch of us went to some bar.
It was a lot of fun!
A shooting game broke out..
MONDAY – CHAMPIONSHIP DAY
Maryland vs Virginia
It amazes me each year how many people LOVE lacrosse and the tailgating!
I always like to walk on the field and check it out – pretty cool. It’s crazy hot down there!
Virginia won, which was pretty cool. It’s been a rough season for them since the murder. It was nice to see them win.
It was a weird day in some ways. The person who has sat next to me only a weekly basis for the last several years on lacrosse (and other events) was leaving me.
I am sad for me, but happy for her. She is moving on to a part time job and family life.
Once I got back, I got organized and packed. I head out to Oklahoma City in the morning.
In the evening, I went to Sullivan’s alone for dinner. I needed some time away from people. This is a long road trip and I don’t want to get cranky pants.
Another lacrosse season comes to an end. Sad, but that only means summer is so close I can taste it!
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