With only one day available for both Big Money Tony and I to attend Redskins training camp, we opted out for various reasons. I was brimming with anticipation of attending my first training camp. I desperately wanted to see Albert Haynesworth, Brian Orakpo, and the competition at right tackle. Somehow along the way I was derailed by Tony's discouraging reasons that jolted me back into reality.
Below are the top ten reasons we didn't attend Redskins Training Camp:
10. Wake up early:
That's right get up before the crack of dawn to meet Tony at his place to begin the trek to camp. That's not really an issue, but getting ready to roll out that early to see the world when catching up on sleep lost from the work week or at least relaxing around the house attending to some weekly chores could be more tempting, but I soldiered on and still was interested in going.
9. Get some exercise:
After Tony told me how early we'd need to get moving, he also told me it was to get a better parking space and not walk as far.
8. Bring sunblock:
No shielding from the sun, no problem. I've got sunblock.
7. But I can get autographs, right?
So at least I can get a couple of autographs, right? What, if I'm lucky I can get Larry Michaels autograph. Thanks, I'll pass!
6. Standing room only:
When I asked about bleacher seating, Tony told me to get used to standing because there is no seating unless you collapse on the grass for a seat.
5. Damn it's hot:
It's DC and it's August. All native Washingtonians know what type of weather to expect, but Tony also delighted in regailing me with how hot it gets out there and with no shade for protection.
4. The bugs:
For a man that seldomly complains, I took the threat of bugs and being bitten up seriously from Tony on top of an already hot day without seating. When he said there's also lots of nats he wasn't talking about the Nationals he was talking about gnats.
3. Great pictures:
It's all worth it because I have some pictures that I'll treasure...Tony what do you mean that even with your professional camera you can't get a good picture?!
2. I like indoor plumbing:
Oh, and you have to use port a johns. Considering the coniditions of some of the rest rooms at FedEx Field...I'll pass.
1. No Cheerleaders!:
How can this be? It's hot and everyone's wearing skimpy clothing and yet I'm to believe the cheerleading uniforms aren't ventelated enough to keep our beloved Redskins Cheerleaders cool? That's just crazy talk!
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Hey, on the bright side, the concessions at Training Camp are FU prices. They are only overpriced. Well that was 2008 Camp when the economy was only beginning to fall apart. Maybe this year they more need the money.