Went to the game, cried. Please read

[JakeCamp12]

the first time i cried over football was watching "the catch".
that was just awful, to a very small me.

I cried like a baby that night....still is the worst defeat I have ever watched. Makes me ill to even think about it. That was the best team Danny White had under is time as starting QB. I wouldn't pee on Dwight Clark if he was on fire.

 

[Doc50]

Being 26, I've never cried over a Cowboys game. I've come close, but yesterday was the first time I shed tears, and they were tears of joy.

I shared two days ago that I did the stadium tour and it was one of the better days in my existence, well last night was the best night of my life.

I am as die hard as they come. The things I go through living in Phila as a Cowboys fan I wouldn't wish on anyone. That is part of the reason why I cried. It feels that much better when you win after having to go through what I do. I've lost friends over this football stuff, people choose to make remarks about me, my family, and my personal well being over this stuff. I would tell you here where no Eagles fan can see if I provoke these jabs, but I dont. It just comes with the territory.

This trip cost me nearly half my bank account, that is another third of why I cried. I took this trip alone, and stayed at an awful hotel and picked flights with cheap layovers just to make this game. I have never spent money so well in my life.

The final third of why I cried was because as mentioned In another thread, if you're in my age range you never experienced glory with this team. For some of you who have witnessed it all, im sure yesterday was nice but nothing compared to what you have felt in the past. Yesterday was my mini Super Bowl. I cried when Tony took the final kneel. I wish I could share the video but there are expletives. The way in which they won, to be losing for 56 mins to then pull it out, ontop of the other reasons above, it was only right to let my emotions go.

The experience: amazing. I told you I sunk almost half my bank account, I paid a steep price for my ticket. I sat in sec. 205. The people around me were amazing. We hugged, shook hands, fist bumped, chest bumped, you name it we did it all game. My section never lost hope and we were loud as hell. I sat and was quiet maybe 5% of the game.

All in all folks, I go home broke, but can say it was truly the best weekend of my life. My flight got delayed big time back home, and I don't even care as I write this in DFW. It was a wonderful feeling being able to share happy sentiments with people at the game. I've never been in a room with more then 3 Cowboys fans, that's not a joke. Thank you for allowing me to share this. I don't know any of you personally, and I know I'm not a famous poster on this site, but thank you and Go Cowboys.

Dude, you are a true fan, and as happy as I am today, I'm proud that you're even happier.

Us old guys have had many such moments; welcome to the fraternity.

 

[tyke1doe]

Being 26, I've never cried over a Cowboys game. I've come close, but yesterday was the first time I shed tears, and they were tears of joy.

I shared two days ago that I did the stadium tour and it was one of the better days in my existence, well last night was the best night of my life.

I am as die hard as they come. The things I go through living in Phila as a Cowboys fan I wouldn't wish on anyone. That is part of the reason why I cried. It feels that much better when you win after having to go through what I do. I've lost friends over this football stuff, people choose to make remarks about me, my family, and my personal well being over this stuff. I would tell you here where no Eagles fan can see if I provoke these jabs, but I dont. It just comes with the territory.

This trip cost me nearly half my bank account, that is another third of why I cried. I took this trip alone, and stayed at an awful hotel and picked flights with cheap layovers just to make this game. I have never spent money so well in my life.

The final third of why I cried was because as mentioned In another thread, if you're in my age range you never experienced glory with this team. For some of you who have witnessed it all, im sure yesterday was nice but nothing compared to what you have felt in the past. Yesterday was my mini Super Bowl. I cried when Tony took the final kneel. I wish I could share the video but there are expletives. The way in which they won, to be losing for 56 mins to then pull it out, ontop of the other reasons above, it was only right to let my emotions go.

The experience: amazing. I told you I sunk almost half my bank account, I paid a steep price for my ticket. I sat in sec. 205. The people around me were amazing. We hugged, shook hands, fist bumped, chest bumped, you name it we did it all game. My section never lost hope and we were loud as hell. I sat and was quiet maybe 5% of the game.

All in all folks, I go home broke, but can say it was truly the best weekend of my life. My flight got delayed big time back home, and I don't even care as I write this in DFW. It was a wonderful feeling being able to share happy sentiments with people at the game. I've never been in a room with more then 3 Cowboys fans, that's not a joke. Thank you for allowing me to share this. I don't know any of you personally, and I know I'm not a famous poster on this site, but thank you and Go Cowboys.

at the bold.

Thanks for sharing. Even though your bank account has been drained, you'll make more money in your life. But you'll always have that experience.

 

[Howboutdemcowboys31]

at the bold.

Thanks for sharing. Even though your bank account has been drained, you'll make more money in your life. But you'll always have that experience.

Exactly. No matter what happens the rest of this season or following seasons, it's something I'll never forget

 

[TheBigEasy]

Nice man...I'm happy for you. Grew up and still live smack dab in the middle of Pittsburgh, Cleveland & Buffalo. People can be evil even over a game you have no control over. Hell, my wife lied to me, when we first met and said she was a life long 'boys fan but really loves Crapsburgh. So, we had our first child 4 years ago and I'm happy to say she loves the star through and through. Hope you get to enjoy this feeling many more times in the VERY NEAR future.

 

[Verdict]

I was at the game last night and when the team did the "Landry Hitch" I explained it to my 20 year old son, who was with me and I felt a little rush of emotion run through me.

 

[NorTex]

Nice to see and hear the youngsters getting a taste of what us old timers were used to.

 

[Howboutdemcowboys31]

I appreciate all the kind remarks. Yesterday was the first time I truly felt like "one of the guys" in a football community

 

[Longboysfan]

Good for you.
I'll win this bet...
I bet the Cowboy fans in your area treated any Lions fan with respect.
I bet that it is no where near like that in Philadelphia.

 

[Apollo Creed]

Awesome story. Glad you have some lifelong memories to hold on to kid.

 

[Apollo Creed]

I appreciate all the kind remarks. Yesterday was the first time I truly felt like "one of the guys" in a football community

Tell me about it. I lived in South Carolina for 25 years until I got a job in Texarkana. Feels good to be a part of something, this has been an amazing ride so far. And I have a feeling its just getting started.

 

[Staubacher]

Great great OP.

I was emotional too at home. Been that way a lot this year.

It's a special season and a special team.

It may end next week or soon thereafter but i wouldn't trade the ride this year for anything.

 

[nathanlt]

Why in the world are you in Philly? For the state taxes? No state income taxes in Texas, and the Cowboys will be sold out for a decade now, so.... free cowboys on basic channels. It's a free country, MOVE! Trust me, you'll LOVE TEXAS!!

 

[bigdrulez3141]

i wish my emotions were as beautiful as yours. this is me during the game..



I am going to Lambeau this week, and will similarly be spending money that should not be spent. I am from Philly territory as well. I am so pumped.

Lets go Cowboys!!!!

 

[Rick_Deckard]

I cried like a baby that night....still is the worst defeat I have ever watched. Makes me ill to even think about it. That was the best team Danny White had under is time as starting QB. I wouldn't pee on Dwight Clark if he was on fire.

My wife wonders why I scream at the tv every time I see a replay of Clark accidentally catching the ball Montana was trying to throw out of the back of the end zone. If only Pearson could have pulled away from Eric Wright on the last drive... Ugh! Thank God for Jimmy and the Triplets helping me to get over the pain. Now for Tony and the Boys to help me forget the 2000's.

 

[MRV52]

Crying is okay and if you have followed this Cowboys team for decades you would have lived through some emotional times with this team, from the GOOD, The BAD & The UGLY.

 

[romothesavior]

From one 26 year old, Romo-loving Cowboy fanatic to another: I feel you brother.

 

[DandyDon1722]

There is no amount of money that can buy a lifetime memory. Trust me in 2040, you'll be telling people about last night. Think about that.

No shame in crying either. I've done it - the last being during the National Anthem in the First Bills Super Bowl. I was just overcome, couldn't explain it other than it had been so long. This drought is even longer so I guess I'm not down.

Great post!

 

[plymkr]

Being 26, I've never cried over a Cowboys game. I've come close, but yesterday was the first time I shed tears, and they were tears of joy.

I shared two days ago that I did the stadium tour and it was one of the better days in my existence, well last night was the best night of my life.

I am as die hard as they come. The things I go through living in Phila as a Cowboys fan I wouldn't wish on anyone. That is part of the reason why I cried. It feels that much better when you win after having to go through what I do. I've lost friends over this football stuff, people choose to make remarks about me, my family, and my personal well being over this stuff. I would tell you here where no Eagles fan can see if I provoke these jabs, but I dont. It just comes with the territory.

This trip cost me nearly half my bank account, that is another third of why I cried. I took this trip alone, and stayed at an awful hotel and picked flights with cheap layovers just to make this game. I have never spent money so well in my life.

The final third of why I cried was because as mentioned In another thread, if you're in my age range you never experienced glory with this team. For some of you who have witnessed it all, im sure yesterday was nice but nothing compared to what you have felt in the past. Yesterday was my mini Super Bowl. I cried when Tony took the final kneel. I wish I could share the video but there are expletives. The way in which they won, to be losing for 56 mins to then pull it out, ontop of the other reasons above, it was only right to let my emotions go.

The experience: amazing. I told you I sunk almost half my bank account, I paid a steep price for my ticket. I sat in sec. 205. The people around me were amazing. We hugged, shook hands, fist bumped, chest bumped, you name it we did it all game. My section never lost hope and we were loud as hell. I sat and was quiet maybe 5% of the game.

All in all folks, I go home broke, but can say it was truly the best weekend of my life. My flight got delayed big time back home, and I don't even care as I write this in DFW. It was a wonderful feeling being able to share happy sentiments with people at the game. I've never been in a room with more then 3 Cowboys fans, that's not a joke. Thank you for allowing me to share this. I don't know any of you personally, and I know I'm not a famous poster on this site, but thank you and Go Cowboys.

That's awesome, thanks for sharing. I almost cried with tears of joy and I was at my house. I'm happy for you

 

[CATCH17]

I started to tear up a little but it had more to do with the stress of the game.


Year after year after year it seems like we always get the short end of the stick.

For once we caught a break.. We came out horrible and the defense held them to 2 field goals after getting up 14-0.

I feel like all of the weight is off of our teams shoulders and the pressure is on Green Bay this week.