Mavs Take 2

Here are some pictures from our trip to the Mavs game last night. They lost by 4, but it was a GREAT game.

Mavs, Pete's, Parking Tickets, and Green Beer

Last Friday, Donny and I were offered tickets to the Mavs vs. Pacers game. We rode the train for the first time to and from the AAC. I would highly suggest taking the train if you're able. It was only an hour train ride and it dropped us off right in front of the AAC. It also only cost $10 TOTAL for the two of us to ride. We had excellent seats in the Platinum Club that were behind bar-like tables. Donny loved it because we had rolling chairs, so he didn't have to squeeze his long legs into a little seat. The Mavs beat the Pacers (of course). It was a great game!

On Saturday, we were invited to Pete's Piano Bar. Neither of us had ever been there and we had a blast. We mainly sang along while watching other people act crazy!!

Monday, I decided to park by a coworker of mine in covered parking because it was supposed to be rainy that afternoon. At my office you have to pay for covered parking, but I figured they'd be a little leniant since it was nasty oustide. Apparently not, check this out...

That afternoon a coworker and I went to 29 Degree Tavern to have a green beer for St. Patrick's Day.
All in all, it's been a fun couple of weeks. It's been beautiful outside for the most part and...I'm going to the Mavs game AGAIN tonight. They're playing the Celtics who just ended the Houston Rockets 22 game winning streak. My sister, coworker and her friend are all going. Pictures to follow...

P.S. I fully deserved that parking violation. Guilty as charged! I will note, however, that I didn't take anyone's spot in particular. It's one that has been empty for months now.

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My Sentiments Exactly...

Another Unknown - Who I'm voting for...

But I did go to the Obama rally in Fort Worth on Thursday. I don't know enough about the candidates to make an educated decision, but decided it would probably be a once in a lifetime event for me to attend. A coworker and I left work at 5 and were on the floor, 30 feet from the stage in 30 minutes. That's not to say it wasn't packed. There was already a LONG line by the time we got there, but they decided to open some additional doors so we didn't have to wait in line at all. We decided to go to the floor (standing room only) and stand for 2 1/2 hours before he took the stage. We met some interesting people and had a great time watching everyone interact. I must say, Obama is a great speaker. He makes some great points and is appealing to all kinds of people. e ended up leaving the rally at 9, after a girl in front of us fainted from the heat. All in all, it was a great experience, and one I'm probably unlikely to experience again. Here are some pictures. Look at how close we were!

Banner above the grandstand.

Amanda and I before the rally

Addressing the crowd

Waiting for the applause to end

"If you are ready for a change..."