If You Cant Beat'm, Join 'Em!!!

I do not like football, which I think of as a game
in which two tractors approach each other from
opposite directions and collide. Besides, I have
contempt for a game in which players have to wear
so much equipment. Men play basketball in
their underwear, which seems just right to me.
from: Living Out Loud
by: Anna Quindlen

I have my father to thank for my appreciation of the game of football. And my mother for taking it all in stride.
Growing up we watched football, in our cozy little den/office.
For some reason I was happy to watch football with my family.
If I remember correctly- in my youth it was all about the Washington Redskins!!! Later, after we moved to California, it was all about the 49'er!!!
I think we ate popcorn while we watched.
Now Im grateful, for I find it enjoyable and even relaxing to watch football with MY family. And the added benefit is that I GET it!! I understand the intricacies of the game. I know how they earn points. (unlike golf and tennis) I appreciate the athleticism. I can argue with the refs. about a stupid call or question why a flag wasnt thrown!!!
But...
Im not a fanatic.
I dont know any stats.
I dont know names of the star players, or even the names of all the teams.
But...
I like the game enough to take the time to sit and watch.
I love that I can sit in the room and watch and even contribute.
And I get to do this in the company of my men folk!!! Its a fun bonding activity.
Its a simple pleasure!!!

So thanks Dad!!!

GOOD GAME CARDNIALS AND GIANTS!!!!
GOOD GAME!!!!

"Trying to maintain order during a legalized gang brawl involving 80 toughs with a little whistle, a hanky and a ton of prayer."
(a referee, explaining his job)