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The Blizzard Bowl

December 19, 2007 @ 09:30

Over the years I’ve had the opportunity to attend some memorable sporting events and Sunday I got to add another one to the list.

It just so happened that I was in Cleveland for the Blizzard Bowl, and as uncomfortable as the weather conditions appeared to be, it was one of the most enjoyable sporting afternoons I can remember.

A couple of months ago my buddy Bruce was given six excellent tickets to the Bills/Browns game so we looked ahead and marked it on the calendar never dreaming it would turn into a game that would be talked about for a years to come.

On Friday we became aware of the weather forecast but we took the attitude it would probably blow over and if it didn’t we were all prepared to stay over.

When we got up Sunday morning the weather was fine, but as forecast, the snow started to blow in about an hour before game time and by the time we had bundled up and hit the street it had become a full tilt blizzard.

At times it was all we could do to walk “into” the wind and it took your breath away as ice pellets whacked against your face. But we trudged through the snow and made our way into the stadium

Lucky for us, we were sitting only seven rows from the field on the north side, which meant our backs were to Lake Erie. All things considered it was actually quite pleasant compared to what most of the fans had to deal with so we were able to endure the entire game.

I loved it. I was dressed warm enough to stand there and take it all in. It was the best 8-0 game I’ve ever seen.

This is a picture of Neighbour John walking to the game. Yes, that's a beer in his hand.

This a picture of me and Neighbour John at the game. Yes, that's a beer in his hand.

And here's a video for ya.

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Argie
December 19, 2007 / 09:46

Go Browns Go! It was fun to watch on TV but I do envy you Fred.

After so many miserable years they finally have a chance at the playoffs.


Bruce Barker
December 19, 2007 / 09:49

DAMN IT FRED

I WAS SUPPOSED TO BE THERE AS WELL BUT WESTJET COULD NOT GUARANTEE THAT I WOULD BE ABLE TO COME BACK TO WORK ON TUESDAY.

SO I WENT TO BANFF INSTEAD

IT LOOKED LIKE FUN !!!


Darrel
December 19, 2007 / 10:12

Looked like a great time! Reminds me of the 1996 Grey cup in Hamilton.


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December 19, 2007 / 11:32

Well I can't watch the video right now but what great pictures. IMHO more pictures would be welcomed.


Bob
December 19, 2007 / 13:09

You guys are totally nuts!! Ha, ha.

One reason which makes me come back to this blog. Keep up the good????? work FreddieP


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December 19, 2007 / 13:54

That's what good times are all about right there!!!


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