Gameday Traditions

[George Cantstandya]

I don't have any traditions.  I just go with whatever is going on that day.  Sometimes I watch it with family or friends.  Sometimes just me at home by myself.  I really prefer to watch some of the more important games, like division games and playoff games (glad we got several of those last year) alone.  That way there are not a lot of distractions from other people.  Most of my family and friends are not as big of a fan as I am so in a group setting there is often a lot of chatter and activity that makes it a little difficult to focus on the game.  

I'm one of the rare people that does like to participate in the game day threads in between the action.  I get a kick out of a lot of the comments and shenanigans there.   It's an interesting mix of doom and gloom usually starting with the first Bengals incomplete pass, funny comments from a lot of people, and some interesting analysis from more knowledgeable fans than me.  

I don't have a fixed menu or wear anything Bengals related.  I don't have any Bengals gear aside from one t-shirt someone gave me that I unfortunately got too fat for several years ago.     I don't know why but I've never been into wearing team related stuff. 

I have not been to an actual game in probably 15 years. The crowds really bother me and I much prefer watching at home on the big screen where I can pause if I need to use the bathroom or get a snack. As a birthday gift to my Mom's husband I got them tickets to the Dolphins game this year. He asked me if I was going with him and I had to respectfully decline and tell him it was for him and my Mom to enjoy. I told him I'll look for them on TV. :)