Lions Tailgate 12/03/06

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Detroit Lions
12/03/06


Once again the Razor's Edgers had no problem timing the lot opening and Big Al and I set out early and secured the spot then called the troops the minute they opened up shop and started collecting the entrance fees. Before long, six tents were set up and the crew was ready for some breakfast (yummy blueberry pancakes courtesy of Robin and Geoff) or in the case of Monty... ice cold brew!

The weather forecast called for frigid temps so we all bundled up considerably... however, with the sun shining brightly and the lack of wind, our tailgate remained open air... just the way I like it! Of course, we all came prepared with walls to enclose the haven should the need arise but happily, we were treated to a beautiful December day.


Once again, there was a huge crew with Bino taking the reigns as Zip's guest. He had a big group again this week as did most of us. Laureen and Larry made their way up again, Robin and Sue each did a solo run and the usual "regulars" Chris & Kelly, Monty, Kathy, Darren, Robin & Geoff, Karen & Don, the Cardozas and Zip (with a very dapper Quinn) set up in earnest providing way too much food as usual! Mark Morse, his sons, and friend scored tickets to the game and set up right aside us.. and Dave and Heather popped over on their way to meet up with their crew and of course Mike was in on the fun.

Naturally, Planeteers Joephoto, The Drink-A-Lots, TBrownslady, and Ras were on hand as well as a crew who found The Razor's Edge Tailgate on the internet and took me up on the offer to join in the fun. Of course, the fact that they came bearing Montecristo's for Big Al and Monty was something that certainly put a smile on the boys' faces. We certainly hope that they enjoyed their stay and will feel free to join us again sometime!


Also visiting was (ready?) Lonie's cousin Scott's friend Denise from California and her group of friends. The huge USC fan called me on Scott's recommendation made plans to come by with her crew. We were glad that they decided to get a taste of an NFL tailgate and game and swing by for some pre-game and post-game fun. Tully's dad, Adam, his sister, and BJ amazingly found their way to our new location despite not knowing thatwe even moved... and although shy at first, Olivia found a companion in Madelyn and joined right in with the video game entertainment. True to form, Ed Bryant and Miguel made their late arrival as well.


Food included the usual staples of chili, a myriad of brats and sausages, steak tips, Kathy's "the-fumes-even-choke-me" super hot wings, Monty's "baby cow" and every other kind of meat imaginable. Naturally, Geoff and Robin's asparagus spears made their weekly appearance as well... The Cardozas opted to substitute the usual swordfish for salmon this week and it was scrumptious! Fearing that there would be no "Lions related fare", Kelly came to the rescue by providing homemade cookies shaped like Lions complete with manes which we devoured as a pre-cursor to the upcoming event.

After the group photo was taken, toasts were made, Jessica and her mom made their way by from the train to say hi, tents were lowered and Pats fans got fully geared up, we headed into the stadium and up to the seats. If ever there was a day that we were thankful for the sun, that was it! We spent a very comfortable afternoon in terms of weather but nerve wracking in terms of the game. Expecting a blow-out, Pats fans were surprised that it was so close and only really heated up in the 4th quarter. Thankfully, our boys pulled off a 28-21 win and made it two in a row on the new field turf and we had not one but two wager paybacks post-game.


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