So many “Super Heroes” have origin stories these days, and while I am not a super hero, I believe nearly everyone in these trying times is being heroic. Today March 26, 2020 should have been Opening Day for Major League…
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Chicago, Chicago that Toddling Town
I have no idea what Sinatra meant by toddling town, but since this was my second trip to Chicago on this journey the song sort of fits! I had a little time off the road and visited my brother in…
Cincinnati Red Hots
Thursday I drove from Lansing MI to Cincinnati OH, checked into a wonderful hotel that was about 7 blocks from the Great American Stadium home of the Cincinnati Reds! I was able to spend some time in the Cincinnati Reds…
In a New York State of Mind
I tried to pace myself on the turnpike to avoid traffic but I believe it’s impossible to do in this area! I drove into the Bronx and parked about 2 blocks from Yankee stadium, it was pricey but it’s supply…
Red Letter Day
Today I visited “Citizens Bank Park ” home of the Philadelphia Phillies hosting the St Louis Cardinals for a Day game! Somehow it didn’t occur to me while planning my trip how hot it might be especially for day games!…
Halfway There
Nationals Stadium is the 15th in my Journey and tonight was a great game between the “Nats” and the Orioles! I decided to wear a Nationals cap and an Orioles shirt and got plenty of double takes and people asking…
Ahoy Matey’s from PNC Park in Pittsburgh PA
Ahoy Mateys, I was sitting right beside the visitors dugout, of course there were a few cameramen in between us. The temperature was 92 at the start of the game, and I doubt that it ever really changed, even though…
Camden Yards
I hear this was the first sunny weekend in awhile so I guess I should be happy and the home team won by a huge margin (10-4)
Baltimore
There are several versions of the song, most notably Nina Simone. Today I had the pleasure of visiting Camden Yards a beautiful ballpark in the inner harbor of Baltimore. When I lived near DC in 96-97 this game was the…
Eat a Peach!
Yesterday I had the privilege of going to Sun Trust Stadium which is the new home of the Atlanta Braves! The venue is surrounded by eateries and entertainment spots. Probably a happening place year around unlike many stadiums. There is…