Went to Jilly's last night. Had to go once. Frankly, once is enough for an old goat like me.
Dexter Jackson didn't show - again. But Dave Pasch and John Mistler did a great job covering and handling some calls from Bidwill haters.
Food was good and wine selections by the glass were very good but the draught beer selections were pathetic. Other than Fat Tire, the rest of the choices were made of of "lite" tasteless American piss water.
It was loud. Very loud. Speakers were turned up too loud. Caused me to leave with 20 minutes left. I still can't hear the click of the keys on my keyboard.
Everyone else there was younger and seemed to enjoy the atmosphere, so don't go by what I say.
ALL the tables close to the broadcast pit were reserved for Cardinals employees and the younger ones turned out in force. Met a guy from the ticket sales office in Glendale. Sean Tooey?Nice guy.
But the point is, unless you work for the Cardinals, you are reduced to sitting at the bar, away from the broadcast pit, or in the dining are, on the far side of the room, where the sound level is actually much better.
Jim Omohundro worked his ass off. No time to schmooze. Busy already an hour before show time.
This is really a social gathering for young Cards employees, with drink tabs and food paid by the Cardinals. Those of you under about 35 who like Bud Light, Miller Lite, and augmented boobs on parade - this is for you!
If you're 50 something like me, and value what little hearing Black Sabbath concerts left you, and are following the Atkins diet, walk down the street to Fleming's steakhouse. Order a 3 taste sample of merlot, a filet mignon, no potatoes, and spinach. Then go home and go to bed by 10:30. I did.
Dexter Jackson didn't show - again. But Dave Pasch and John Mistler did a great job covering and handling some calls from Bidwill haters.
Food was good and wine selections by the glass were very good but the draught beer selections were pathetic. Other than Fat Tire, the rest of the choices were made of of "lite" tasteless American piss water.
It was loud. Very loud. Speakers were turned up too loud. Caused me to leave with 20 minutes left. I still can't hear the click of the keys on my keyboard.
Everyone else there was younger and seemed to enjoy the atmosphere, so don't go by what I say.
ALL the tables close to the broadcast pit were reserved for Cardinals employees and the younger ones turned out in force. Met a guy from the ticket sales office in Glendale. Sean Tooey?Nice guy.
But the point is, unless you work for the Cardinals, you are reduced to sitting at the bar, away from the broadcast pit, or in the dining are, on the far side of the room, where the sound level is actually much better.
Jim Omohundro worked his ass off. No time to schmooze. Busy already an hour before show time.
This is really a social gathering for young Cards employees, with drink tabs and food paid by the Cardinals. Those of you under about 35 who like Bud Light, Miller Lite, and augmented boobs on parade - this is for you!
If you're 50 something like me, and value what little hearing Black Sabbath concerts left you, and are following the Atkins diet, walk down the street to Fleming's steakhouse. Order a 3 taste sample of merlot, a filet mignon, no potatoes, and spinach. Then go home and go to bed by 10:30. I did.
