Opening Day

Guess what Cody got for his birthday. Tickets for the Cubs opening day game!

He had a blast. The weather may not have been the best, but they were able to while away the rain delays by standing in line for the bathroom.
His uncle bought him the ticket for his birthday. We had bought him a Cubs hat already, so the two gifts went together.

Outside Wrigley, he had his picture taken with this guy. Mike told me what he's called, but I can't remember... Too bad it's still too early in the season for the ivy to actually have leaves on it.

They also dedicated a statue to Ernie Banks yesterday. They went early enough so that they could be there for the dedication, even though I don't think Cody understood just who Ernie Banks was or why he now has his very own statue. Banks also threw out the first pitch, and led the 7th inning stretch. Along with Banks, there were other Cubs legends there, including Cody's grandpa's favorite player, Ron Santo, Ferguson Jenkins and Billy Williams. Hank Aaron was also there.

It was a good game, even though the Cubs did lose in the 10th inning.

All in all, it was a good day for Cody. He came home with Rich Hill's autograph, a package of baseball cards (all Cubs, of course), a mini bat, a fleece Cubs blanket, and a Derrek Lee jersey. He got to miss school, and he can't wait to go to another game.