This past Saturday marked a momentous occasion, in this dad's life anyway. There are certain milestones that children have, crawling, walking, talking and that's just a few. On this rainy Saturday night on Long Island three generations of hockey fans enjoyed a game in a place that has seen numerous championships and Hall of Fame players. For many years I have been anxiously awaiting the time that I can bring my son to an Islander game at the Nassau Coliseum, like my dad did for me for so often.
On the days leading up to the game I would remember the excitement of knowing I was going to another Islander game with dad. Last week I experienced that same excitement. Our routine, well the one that I requested anyway when I was young, was to get there for the pre-game warm-ups. I had to be one of the first people in the building so I could get right against the glass and stare at my heroes in awe. This time, not only did I share it with my dad, but I got to enjoy it with my son as well.
The Islanders were down by 2 goals late in the third period after trailing the whole game and made a serious charge but fell just short. The game had it all, 7 goals total, a penalty shot, and a couple of fights and some hard hits. Below, is the scoreboard halfway through the third period.
As I mentioned earlier, we did get there in time for warm-ups. However, Papa and I had a tough time getting Tyler down any lower. The music was a little loud and he is slightly overwhelmed with the surroundings to this point. In the background, the Islanders are warming up.
Daddy and Ty get a picture together after the first period. We had great seats and you couldn't beat the company.
Take a look at that smile. Looks like someone has settled in quite nicely. Absolutely priceless! Can't wait until the next one. Maybe we'll invite mommy...maybe.
The aforementioned three generations of hockey fan. 
*Boys Night Out
3 comments:
That's awesome! What a special day you had, and it is so nice that three generations of Genoveses could go and enjoy the game, despite the loss. Great pictures, too! :)
That's awesome! That last picture of the three of you is definitely a framer! Christmas?...Father's Day?...Papa's birthday? Won't be long before Tyler is pressing his face against that glass - just like dad.
Great post! How cool that you could experience something with Tyler that you loved so much as a kid yourself. I think it's also cool that your own father was able to join you guys. I agree w/ Heather's comment--the last picture is a framer!
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