Last year, I wrote about visiting the Nationals stadium in Washington, DC. While I will forever remain a big Nats fan, I decided that I would also show some support for my fiancé’s team, the Boston Redsox. Even if I did not like the Redsox, I would definitely want to visit Fenway Park, which is an iconic stadium to any baseball fan.
During our visit to Boston, Dan and I snagged some tickets to a section behind the Redsox bullpen. The weather was perfect when we showed up for the game – lots of sunshine with an occasional cool breeze.
Before the game started, we wandered through the shops and bars outside. We were able to sneak into the Bleacher Bar, which has a viewing area of the Fenway field from inside the bar, and we loaded up on Redsox paraphernalia at the official team store. I also got a huge laugh when Dan’s cousin got kissed by a giant lobster. LOL
The Bleacher Bar view
Getting kissed by the lobster
After grabbing a beer, we found our seats and managed to get a picture in front of the field. :)
The game itself was a lot of fun. The Redsox won, and the right fielder made an awesome catch at the end of the game!
Baseball and softball were my first favorite sports. As a kid, I never got tired of watching The Sandlot, Rookie of the Year, The Natural, and A League of Their Own. I don’t know what it is about this game, but it seems almost magical to me. Over time, I have grown to love other sports, but baseball and softball will always remain at the top.
Unfortunately, I never really got to play on a team growing up (which will be different if I ever have a daughter), but I played whenever I could jump in on a game. My favorite position is left or center field. I love watching the big hitters try for a homer, only to have me snatch it out of the air. :)
This past spring, a co-worker heard about my love for baseball/softball and invited me to join our company softball team. Of course, I said yes and asked if Dan could join as well. From that point on, we got to play weekly Saturday morning games. The company team is a good mix of guys and girls and is a blast to play with. We just finished our last week of games and are talking about putting together a team for the fall season!
In addition to playing softball this year, I have also attended a number of Nationals games in DC. It has been years since I have gotten to see this many live baseball games, and I have seriously missed it!
Dan and I jumping in excitement to see baseball
If you have never been to the National’s stadium, I definitely recommend a visit if you are in the area. It is a fun park with lots to see and delicious food to partake of. The park has even gotten reviews from local newspapers and magazines for its taste and variety in food. My favorite food stops so far have been Hard Times Café and the Shake Shack.
Ignite Your Natitude!
Of course, the Nationals, lovingly called the Nats by locals, are the best reason to visit the park. DC has needed a good, competitive baseball team, and the Nats have been having a great year. While I am still learning many of the players’ names, I was able to pick out a favorite on my first visit to the stadium – Bryce Harper, #34. It was an easy choice because he plays my favorite positions, he is very talented, and he seems to have a real love for the game.
Harper running home
You will probably hear me mention many other sports that I love and enjoy, but baseball/softball definitely top the list!
