We sometimes might take alot of things for granted….
Todd,
In early 2007, I reluctantly finalized paperwork to facilitate my unavoidable divorce. It was by far, the darkest point in my life. Baseball was a distraction and a much needed outlet, My love life had failed so I nurished my second love. Rockies baseball!! It was great. I had a lot of time on my hands. Which allowed me to catch ever game. Pitch by pitch, enjoying the boys and Todd father work through the "young" season.
I was so excited seeing the prospects of Adkins, Tulo, Barmes, Hawpe, Sullivan and Spilly come together and give it their all every game. I so hoped they would be able to compete with the NL West this year.
As the year progressed, I needed to sell my house. I worked downtown, gas prices skyrockected, it seemed reasonable for me to move downtown. So I rented a studio, while my house was on the market. I moved in on August 1, 2007. Digging my new surroundings I would catch ever game I could. It had been about a week, or so when I was at a downtown bar, and notice Addy, Spilly and Cory sitting in a booth. No one really seemed to notice them. I was amazed. But these guys were not every day names to the casual fan at the time. But like I said I followed the team religously and did not need their jersey to tell who they were. (except Spilly, I remember I knew the face but could not place it) I politely walked up and introduced myself, shook hands with each of them, Addy’s hand engulfed mine they were huge. Exchanged pleasantries, I told them I enjoyed watching them play and that they had just made my day. Cory graciously said I had just made his. I then returned to my stool, feeling on top of the world. A very short time later, it becames clear who they were and a gaggle of women dressed to kill now surrounded them. Looking back on it, I like to think I did them a favor! And then a month later on September 18th You hit the 2 run HOMERUN off the untouchable closer Takashi Saito. Seeing you trow your helmet and jump in the awiating arms of the Rockies, was my baseball moment.
I can’t put into words what I have gotten from watching you and the Rockies that year. I know that the dedication, and work ethic you bring was and foundation for the success we all realished in 07 and will continue to realish in the future.
For along time I took happiness for granted. When it left me, just by going out and doing what you do. Day in and day out, allowed me to get by and have something consistant to look foward to. Because of you, I eventually got over my ex wife and began to live again.

For that, I will always be thankful to you.

Sincerely
Glen

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