I have lived in the south for almost 20 years now. Wow, that's kind of crazy to say. Most days it's hard for me to believe that I will be 40 on my next birthday. I sure don't feel that old.
When I moved to South Carolina, I was surprised by how big a deal football is. I don't pay much attention to sports in general, but it seems like everyone is headed to high school football games on Friday nights around here. College football is even more popular than high school football. I have never been to a game myself (shocking, I know) but I hear tailgating is a big thing. I bet it's fun to hang out outside the stadium grilling out and spending time with friends. I'm pretty sure there is a whole lot of drinking going on, too.
If you are into football, I am sure you know all about the benefits of becoming a booster at the school you support. If that school happens to be Florida State University, you know all about their tailgating. They offer 14 different FSU football parking lots to tailgate in, and your parking spot depends on your membership level. I am assuming that this means the more you contribute to the school, the better your parking spot. I am also assuming that as long as you are with your friends and having a good time, location shouldn't matter. The company of good friends should trump a walk to the stadium.
My son never really got into playing sports, so I still have not experienced the thrill of Friday nights. Maybe someday, if I have grandsons, they will play sports. Until then, I will continue to spend my Friday nights at home. In my pajamas. Where it's warm. I hear those Friday nights can get downright chilly.
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