Jackets vs. Wings

Trav and I went to the Blue Jackets vs Red Wings game yesterday. Even though they had an upsetting loss compared to the 8-2 win at the last match up, it was still fun to be at. So, far Trav and I have gotten to go to numerous games. I went to my first Opening Night Game at Nationwide Arena, witnessed 2 hats tricks (which happens very rarely), and have been to 2 Wings game this season. Fortunately, Trav has gotten to go to many more games than I have, but then again they are his dad's season tickets! He loves it when I hassle him about going to so many ;-) But really, we are very blessed to have his dad around. He always gives us first dibs on his outstanding lower bowl tickets when he and his wife are unable to make it. He always pays for parking and often takes us to dinner when the 3 of us go to the game. So thanks Poppy!

I'm not going to lie, I had no idea that Columbus had a professional hockey team before I started dating Travis. I was gradually being introduced to the Jackets 2 seasons ago with random facts from Trav and watching games on TV. Last season, we went to a few games now and then when we could make it down to Columbus. I started becoming more interested and obtained a favorite player, the team fighter Jared Boll. After we moved down to Columbus this year, we had many more opportunities to go to the games and my obsession grew. I got a Jared Boll jersey and watch as many games as I can. This season, they finally are in the running for the playoffs, which makes it even better. There is nothing like the consistent speed, intensity and frequent full-on fist fights of the game. Coming from a family of all football players, football is on the top of the list. Hockey is now equalling out, maybe even exceeding my love of football! I will leave you with a picture of Jared Boll and I...we randomly saw him and teammate Kris Russell at Mongolian BBQ downtown. Never did I know how extremely good looking he was until I saw him up close!