This past Sunday, Big John and I headed into the big city to attend our very first professional football game. Our good friend June has invited us to games in the past, but schedules have always gotten in the way. This year, things worked out and we accepted! The invitation was issued long before the construction project began - long before it was even an idea. We felt a little guilty taking a day off at first, but once we got to the stadium, thoughts of construction quickly faded!
What a fun day we had! In honor of upcoming Veterans' Day, the Texans were hosting a salute to the military, so there were many special events going on. During the singing of the National Anthem, sung by a US Army staff sergeant, a bald eagle was released from the upper deck. It flew so majestically around the stadium, landing on its handler's arm on the last note. Of course, we didn't bring our cameras and had to take photos with our phones, so you can't see the eagle. But it was the most incredible thing to witness - our nation's symbol flying during the National Anthem being sung by one of our military personnel. God Bless America!
Two NASA astronauts served as home field captains and President George H. W. Bush (Number 41) tossed the coin to start the game. It was so heartwarming to hear the reception he received and it was very inspiring to see him and to know that he was respected by the crowd.
And then during halftime, we watched the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon perform - another awe-inspiring show of our nation's greatness. These Marines were supreme! If you ever have the chance to see their drill, don't miss it. It is incredible!
I was so busy watching, that I only took this one photograph. No spoken commands were given throughout this whole presentation. Amazing!
The Texans won - as did the Dallas Cowgirls Cowboys! Each time the Cowboys' score flashed on the screen, the crowed booed! And I cheered! Go Cowboys! Maybe the trick to their wins is that I don't watch! It was really neat to see a game in person - much different than watching on TV. And lots more fun than working construction!
Thanks June!!
HOW FUN!!!
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