All American Sophie

22 August 2005

It doesn't matter what my brother said about the Metrodome, he's just jealous cuz I got to see the Minnesota Twins play baseball yesterday and HE DIDN'T. I also had a gynormous hot dog which tasted JUST the way a baseball hot dog should taste. Not so much the potato chips that came with it, so in the future I suggest serving a miniature hot dog as a garnish. Why ruin a good hot dog with chips I ask of you?

Obeserve...

Here's Steve looking like he needs a shave and me in my *brand spanking new* baseball hat. I've never had my own baseball hat before, and while they did sell a pink version of this I couldn't bring myself to spend the dough on something that's not guaranteed to match my outfits 100% of the time. Coordination is very, very important when making a decision of this magnitude people. Alas, this picture is proof that A) I can wear baseball hats, B) I attend baseball games, C) I always, always take good pictures of Steve, and D) I can be sporty.

This is the 7-month old daughter of my co-worker Jen, all biting on my style 'n shit. Right after Janie-The-Biter stole my hat she promptly sneezed all over my exposed skin. Which in the end turned out to be ok cuz I just wiped it all over Steve anyway.

Fifteen minutes before gametime this was my view. I mean seriously, it's a Law of Physics that the tallest, widest man has to sit right in front of me. ME! Turns out the guy wasn't only tall and wide, but he wasn't too bright either. One minute before gametime the *real* owner of those seats showed up and he moved over to his spot. Suck on that, beyotch.

This is Seattle Mariner Richie Sexson and he was a bit of alright. Ladies, do I follow through or WHAT?! Yeah, it didn't so much matter he was on the opposing team or that I couldn't get a face shot. THIS, this is all that mattered and made my day worthwhile. Thank you, Richie. Thank you.

Comments

The genius in front of you also had the "Extra Large" sticker still on the back of his shirt too. He never washed it first. Ewwww.

Posted by Steve on August 22, 2005 11:12 AM:

I go to one baseball game a summer. I go see the Cubs and I make sure I'm in the front row. I'm not a princess, am I???

BTW, Yumjunkie is back in business! E-mail me if you want the password.

Posted by Raych on August 22, 2005 11:58 AM:

Why am I upset that y'all are mad cute/hott! Looks like you both had a great time! Richie is not bad at all good going darlin!

Posted by char on August 22, 2005 12:05 PM:

Front row?! But.. but.. but... how? I want front row seats too! Not to watch the game but to hit on the cute players. Cuz man, some of them are keeeee-yute!

To be fair the thought *had* crossed my mind to try to sweet talk my way up front. But then I remembered I had Steve with me. Curses!!!

Posted by sopheava on August 22, 2005 1:36 PM:

Looks like you guys had a blast! You watch baseball the way I watch football.....on Saturday, you watch the boys in tight pants (college football), and on Sunday, you watch men in tight pants (NFL). My daughters are even learning the difference. Nice shot of Richie, by the way ;-)

Posted by Fiona on August 22, 2005 2:38 PM:

Oh Sophie! You disappoint me...you could have done it and recruited Steve as your muscle darlin!

Posted by char on August 22, 2005 6:20 PM:

"Steve as your muscle darlin!"

Let it be said that I *love* you for that compliment but sadly you obviously have never met me. That might be the first time in my life anyone has ever mentioned my name and muscle in the same time zone.

Posted by Steve on August 22, 2005 8:02 PM:

That truly was a nice compliment :). But as Steve can attest, I don't *need* any help when it comes to the schmoozing department. In fact, my success rate skyrockets when I work alone.

Posted by sopheava on August 22, 2005 8:32 PM:

Ohmigod! I'll totally get you front row seats at Wrigley for next year! It's so not that hard!

Posted by Raych on August 22, 2005 9:59 PM:

It's true! I've seen Maggs get more fre shit than anynone in my life. In fact, I'm pretty sure she got that hat for free (or at least at a discount).

Just like that $100+ bar tab on New Years Eve she got comped for us.

Posted by Steve on August 23, 2005 8:41 AM:

Is it too much to ask to summarize the game? Did the Minnesota Twins win or not?

Posted by Anonymous on August 23, 2005 8:47 AM:

Actually, this is true. The hat was marked as $25.00 and when I gave him the 25 he gave me 4 dollars in return. I looked at it, looked at him, and just smiled a beaming smile and said "Thank you" as politely as possible rather than ask questions.

Rule #1) Never, EVER ask questions when you get free stuff.

Posted by sopheava on August 23, 2005 8:48 AM:

WHAT?! Summarize the game? It doesn't *really* matter who wins and who loses when you have Richie Sexson to look at.

But yes, the Twins won 8 to 3 (see, I totally paid attention). I even got up and cheered when they won. Cuz, I don't know if I mentioned it before, but I can totally be sporty.

Posted by sopheava on August 23, 2005 8:51 AM:

*CLAPCLAPCLAP*

And on top of actually knowing the score, she actually had a pretty good grasp of what was going on. Except for wondering what the hell Ichiro was doing in that crazy stance of his.

Posted by Steve on August 23, 2005 9:19 AM:

Ok, I'm sorry but if anyone DIDN'T wonder what the fuck was going on with Ichiro and his stance then they need their head examined. Cuz that shit was weird.

And Raych, what's wrong with this summer? There's still a whole month left of regular season!!!!

Posted by sopheava on August 23, 2005 9:21 AM:

You guys kill me!

Steve,
You are welcome for the comment =)

Sophie,
Dear I'm sure you are A1 schmoozer like me =)

Posted by char on August 23, 2005 9:32 AM:

Char - yes she is

Posted by The Tourist Guide on August 23, 2005 10:46 AM:

Well I have officially met "The Tourist Guide", I'm glad to know someone else can attest! :)

Posted by char on August 23, 2005 4:35 PM: