Ahh, back again

There's something about Fenway Park.

Honestly, I don't know what it is. Maybe it's the uncomfortable seats (that I personally like), perhaps it's the the nostalgic aura that surrounds the almost century old stadium or the fact that you can picture a game being played on the field in front of you 10, 20 or even 30 years ago.

I'm 22 years old now and it has taken me all of those years to truly appreciate the park and all attraction that it has. Honestly, it was Opening Day in which I had this epiphany. Sitting there, in fair territory, 20 feet behind the Pesky Pole, I took my time to look around, to observe and to take it all in.

Needless to say, a smile transformed my face.

I went again last night and the same thing happened -- it wasn't just cause of the Sox's win. I arrived at the park about an hour early (which is always nice) and after I found my seat I went down, back under the stadium in an attempt to get some food and perhaps a drink.

It was a futile one at that.

I looked around, saw how excruciatingly long the lines were and just decided to walk around. I walked past fans, which made it blatantly obvious that it was their first time at Fenway. Failing to find my second main purpose in descending into the narrow walkway, a game day program, I continued my walk for a few more minutes before returned to my assigned seat in the bleachers.

For the first few innings the 37,000 or so in attendance were quiet, not having a meaningful reason for cheering beside Justin Masterson's solid outing. The Yankees jumped out ahead, 1-0, in the top half of the third only to be followed by the Sox tying the score in the later frame. It wasn't till the fifth that Fenway truely came alive.

I've been about 20 games in my life and I've never heard the crowd as loud as I did last night when Jacoby Ellsbury stole home. I've seen walk-offs, grand slams, and great pitching performances -- none of which recieved quite the roar as Ellsbury's gamble.

Moments like that make one wonder when Fenway Park will be closed for good and another, certainly more stylish stadium will be opened. For now, I don't want to think about that.

Gaeltecht

Well, I think I'm going to still try to live in Ireland. I've decided that if I can find a job in the two weeks that I'm actually over there then I'll stay... if not, then I guess it will just have been a pretty awesome vacation.

But the question is what am I going to do when I get home. I certainly am not working for my Dad. I would rather work at Starbucks ... not kidding.

The Bruins are facing the Canadiens (trust me it's spelled right) in the first round of the playoffs. Talk about exciting. Some douche on Boston.com said that he thought the Bruins, Canadiens match up was getting old.

Honestly?

He's surely not a real fan.

Sox can't seem to buy a win lately. Kinda weird seeing them lose as much as they are.

Went to Opening Day. What a fantastic day that was. Tek's home run landed about three seats to my right. One of the best moments at a sporting event ever.

Hmm, that is all for now.

Good night.

In the air

So, I'm not really too sure what's going on anymore. I second guess everything that I do ... make that every decision I make for whatever reason.

I'm going to Ireland, but I don't think I'm going to go and try to live there anymore. It's just not feasible... I don't have enough funds to do this and as each day passes by things pop up and remind me of what I'm going to miss if I do.

I just want a job, something, anything that will pay me money. I might have one at WEEI but we'll see...

I went to the Sox game yesterday -- Opening Day. Fantastic. Varitek's home run landed three seats to my right. It was really a great moment.

Sox are losing right now, but hey ... it's the second game in the season.

Cheers all.

Softball is dangerous

I really don't know what to write about.

Eli is telling me to write about my socks. I really do enjoy my socks, they are comfortabe and they suit their purpose -- whatever that might be.

I'm tired. I've been tired for quite a while. I have no reason for being tired. I go to bed relatively early (midnight) and wake up at a reasonable time (9:00). Definitely perplexed.

I'm playing soccer later tonight. I look forward tonight.
New England Revolution Saturday night.

I'll be back later.

Around and Around

It has been a while since I posted on this guy. I miss him.

Not too much has been going on recently. Wrote a helluva article today. I cannot believe "helluva" is a word...

The weather is also getting warmer, which is nice but I don't like to admit it cause I'm eccentric.

Big day in soccer today. If you have my twitter or are friends with me on facebook then you know why.

The new Decemberists cd is interesting. A lot of it is just instrumentals, which I really don't mind but I would rather singing. Not too impressed with it. But I'm sure, like anything else, it will warm up to me.

Baseball starts soon -- I cannot wait. Playoff hockey and the close to the football season is almost upon us both things I look forward to immensely.

That's pretty much it tonight. Hope everyone is doing well.

Cheers,

Ryan