It Was Still A Great Run

The World Series is under way and I'm at home on a Saturday night wondering what if? The Houston Astros came so close to winning their series with the Cardinals, but when that final out was called in the seventh game, it was the red birds who moved on to face Boston, not our hometown faves. Despite a thrill ride, roller coaster season fitting of the Astros old neighbor, Six Flags AstroWorld, the "Good Guys" put on quite a show in the end. Individual and team records were set, attendance was up, the dollar dogs were better than ever, and a city came together in support of their team. It was a beautiful thing to see. Of course it's a disappointment that the Astros didn't go all the way. Anyone who says otherwise is probably a sleeper Cub's fan. Many of us were already planning a midnight run after the final game to Academy Sports and Outdoor for the first ever Houston Astros National League Championship gear. But, that's a shopping spree now postponed for another time and probably with another crew of twentysomething in the clubhouse. But no matter, this crew of twentysomething made us proud to be living in Houston during a miracle season that made the rest of Baseball take notice. Congratulations to the Class of 2004! It was still a great run...