Game One is in the History books. The DFW area had showers in the middle of the afternoon, so we had cloud cover a decent breeze, mid 80's and a lot of humidity! About 2 weeks ago I sent emails to all of the minor league teams about this road trip, hoping to create some special memories for Nolan. I got no serious response except from Memphis reviewing their typical promotions. However, at about 4:30 Friday, I got a call from the Frisco Rough Riders from a guy named Michael. He asked if we were still attending the game Friday evening, I said yes, we were just getting ready to head to the ball park.
We meet Michael at the park, when he came to our seats and sat down and talked to us for 15 minutes or so. It turns out Michael Byrnes is the Sr Vice President for the
Frisco RoughRiders He has been with the RoughRiders for 8 years..since about 8 months before their first pitch starting out in ticket sales and working his way up. He has the greatest office one could imagine. His office has a couple thousand seats and a great veiw of the field! I appreciated getting to know him and appreciate his time with us.
Michael said that he wanted to have
Pete Delkus, the WFAA Channel 8 Weatherman, introduce Nolan and tell his story to the fans between innings. So, after the 5th inning Nolan went down on the field and was introduced to crowd. What a sight!
The Dr Pepper field was very nice and comfortable. We parked in General parking and the parking was free! We sat on 1st base side section 124 in front of the visitors bullpen about 3/4 of the way to the right field corner. Rough Riders lost the game 6 to 5 and we got fireworks also!
Gayle came to the game with Nolan and as Nolan and I headed to Craig and Darla's in Sulphur, OK, Gayle headed back home! As much as I know I will enjoy this trip with Nolan, I am sadden that I won't be with my best friend for 10 days. See you next Sunday, Honey.
So Awesome!!
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