NFL Playoff Bracket (Hey, Saints fans, it was the Bears vs. the Vikings, did you expect me to root for either of them?)
Guess where I’ll be for the NFC divisional playoff game? In Green Bay at Lambeau Field, sitting either right behind the Packers bench (proximity) or higher up by an end zone (better view of the field).
Of course, I’m thrilled that Brett Favre is Sports Illustrated’s Sportsman Of The Year! D and I teared up while reading the article. Brett and his family have gone through a hell of a lot to get to today.
On Packer fans:
“People here treat us like family, and I think they care for us like family,” says Deanna. “Because of everything we’ve been through, they don’t see Brett as untouchable or as some kind of superhero. And they’ve been through it with us. The fans here feel close to Brett because they’ve all had their own similar struggles. Nothing against Tom Brady or Peyton Manning, but I’m not sure their fans relate to them in the same way.”
On the Packers – Gulf Coast reconstruction connection:
… The Door County Gulf Coast Relief Fund was also born in the wake of Katrina … since then, the relief efforts have continued to grow in scope; Green Bay volunteers — electricians, roofers and other skilled tradesmen in strong demand on the Gulf Coast — have made more than 20 trips to Kiln to help rebuild damaged homes.
Last year I wrote the following about Favre: “it saddens me that this Hall of Famer par excellence won’t have the honorable exit from football he so richly deserves”.
I spoke waaay too soon. Congratulations, Mr. Favre. You are the man.
But…but…but…you just came back to New Orleans !!!!!!
Mazel tov on getting the Lambeau tix!
Oooh you Lucky Dog! Enjoy the game!
liprap, it won’t be until January 12th.
What I said as I read this is, “Oh you B—”
can I swear on your blog?
Congrats on the seats. I hate you. But I love Brett!
Maitri, the seats are in section 129, row 26.
I have a friend that is a Patriots fan and will be flying in from Boston just to experience the atmosphere. He will be sitting in the seats behind the bench.
He will be cheering for Brett & co.
Also, my brother up north in Eagle River, WI found you site and was quite impressed. Thanks for posting dad’s obit.
Have fun and take pictures.
Next season, the Pack travel to Nola to play the Saints. How many tickets should I try to get for you?