the friendly neighbors
Ok, so the neighbors in the cape next door invited us to come watch the game on Saturday at their place. BYOB, but burgers and brats provided.
As you might've guessed, living for the last 10 years in neighborhoods close to Buckeye football, and living in Cowtown for close to 20 years, has jaded us both a bit to the experience. We seem to have moved into Buckeye Fan Central, with every house having a pennant or flag or banner outside, so it's a bit intimidating.
Tudor-guy asked if we liked the Buckeyes. What do you say to that, when they've been the cause of so much stress over the years? Well, you skirt the issue. And then he moves on to asking if you like beer, and all is good.
I grew up watching and cheering for the Buckeyes. It's what Cowlanders do. My mom and I would spend our Saturdays watching the game in front of (and shouting at) the tv, or if we were out of town or it wasnt on any of our 3 channels, listening to it on the radio. I could easily slip back into that, probably, if I had to.
Welcome to suburbia (even though it's in the city).
Comments
Regardless of their tastes in football, glad to hear the neighbors are welcoming you right.
Posted by: Chuck | October 4, 2007 12:41 PM
It's beyond great that they're so nice...but if the relationship has to revolve around OSU football...But if watching football is the worst they do, I guess that's a pretty small price to pay.
Posted by: Dan | October 5, 2007 9:06 AM
I was telling my coworkers, I'll get immediately identified as a poser, for sure, as I cannot name even one player this year. Or, any of the coaching staff except Tressel.
Posted by: giga | October 5, 2007 11:52 AM