Getting Wild!

Saturday night, Matt and I had an official date :) My college roommate and very dear friend Liz called us a few weeks back to see if we wanted to attend a Minnesota Wild hockey game with them in St. Paul. Neither Matt or I had ever gone to a game before, so we were excited to see what it was like. Grandpa and Grandma Skala graciously agreed to watch Kelsey for us for the evening so we could go. We started off by meeting Liz and her husband Brian for dinner. It seems every time we get together, Liz and I always end up exchanging college stories and they never seem to get old. Well, at least Liz and I (and usually Kristen) don't think so, but you will have to ask Matt his opinion ;) We ate at a restaurant about two blocks from the Excel Center called Patrick McGovern's. While there, we were able to catch up over dinner and drinks. I thought it was the perfect atmosphere before the big game! Next, we made our way to the Excel Center and walked around a bit before the game began. I have never been to the Excel Center before and I really liked the venue! Our seats were great! We were on the lower level about 15 rows up I think. The horn that sounds when a goal is scored was right behind us, and let me tell you, cover your ears! hehe There was no denying there was a goal! Neither Matt or I follow hockey, but we both really enjoyed ourselves. It was a really fun atmosphere and I would go again. The only part of the evening that was weird to me was the fighting during the game. I had a hard time watching two guys beat each other up while the crowd cheered about it. Call me crazy, but watching two grown men beat each other up makes me very uncomfortable. But, apparently that is just part of the game. Besides for that, it was a very enjoyable evening with good friends. Thank you Liz and Brian for asking us!

Last night we watched the Vikings/Saints game and I think my husband lost years off his life due to how nervous he was. It was a really good game and the Vikings actually should have/could have won. It was a hard way to end such a great season. Sorry Mattey! Even though I am not a Vikings fan, I know that is hard to get so close to the Superbowl and not make it.
Today I am home with Kelsey because she another ear infection. Ick :( Poor girl. It was a very rough night and she definitely needed the day at home to try to get better. Hopefully her medicine kicks in soon!