Wednesday was a big day for Auntie Mar and I. During the day, we made the trip to PGE Park to participate in rehearsal for the flag ceremony. Last week, an email came around Intel asking for 100 volunteers to participate in the flag ceremony at the AAA All Star Game. These volunteers were asked to hold the large American flag during the singing of the National Anthem. I jumped at the opportunity and after finding play dates for Paige and Gwynn, Auntie Mar joined me.
Who knew we would have to practice several times, walking down the stairs, out onto the field, unrolling the large flag, holding it tight, rolling it back up, and exiting the field. After a very unorganized practice, Auntie Mar and I were dismissed for a couple hours until the game was to begin. We walked from 18th to 23rd Street to enjoy some dinner at Papa Haydn. We each enjoyed a local brew and the warm salmon salad. Delish!
We arrived back at the field just in time to wait some more. Why they had us there at 6:15 when we didn't walk on the field until 6:45 is beyond me. I will say this, it was quite a rush to walk onto the field knowing that everyone was watching, well everyone except the people watching the game on ESPN2. The ceremony went off without a hitch and we made our grand exit from the field only to learn that we missed the ceremonial first pitch thrown out by Mr. Red Sox, Johnny Pesky. Bummer.
A picture of the flag that was published in the local paper, The Oregonian
The game itself was also fun to watch. By participating in the flag event, both Auntie Mar and I were given 2 free tickets each. The girls (and their friend Kelsey) enjoyed the seats with Auntie Mar, while I watched from behind homeplate with Uncle Mark. Every now and then we played musical chairs, with each of us taking a turn at both places. Here's a slide show of some of the highlights from the night.
AAA All Star Players
Adventures of the Famous San Diego Chicken
Fun with Camera
Another fun night at the ball park.
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