58 years old and I'm finally going to Neyland...

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I'm so happy right now I'm almost in tears and alot of you won't understand this but but to others that bleed Tennessee orange and live for Tennessee football I hope my joy can spread to some of you too.

I've never been able to go to Neyland and see a Vols game and all the blame is stupid decisions on my part for not spending the money when I had it and being too busy tryinng to work and not getting a good education when I was young.

Now 1 of the things on my bucket list is coming true thanks to my doctor who's a Tennessee graduate and a great guy.

My doctor called me last night and told me I could have his 2 tickets to go to Neyland this Saturday night and tears came to my eyes.

I don't know why he did this except that maybe he thinks that next year I may not be able to walk on the hallowed ground of Neyland stadium and that I might be in a wheelchair by then or something.

I don't care that it's only Akron and that we should blow them out because the only thing that matters to me is that I WILL be there screaming my lungs out along with some of you great Vols fans.

I'm going out in the morning and see if I can borrow some money so I can try and bring my 2 kids with me if I can find 2 more ticket but either way I'm so happy that I'll finally get to watch my Vols play in Neyland.

If you see a gold Ford expodition with 2 Orange Tennessee battle flags flying proudly and a sign on the doors that says STUMP GRINDING with a mirrored T license plate on the front then just come on over and say hi J W and I'll be proud to shake the hands of you great Vols fans that are a big part of what makes Tennessee football so great.

I'll be the old guy with a white beard, Tennessee hat and Orange UT shirt moving along kind of slow but happier than most people just to be there with you.

I have no idea where I'm going or if there's special handicapped parking somewhere but you can bet your butt I'm going to get there early so I'll have time to figure things out and enjoy every minute of this experience.

I can't wait to finally be there with all of you in Neyland stadium.

VFL...GOOOOOOOO VOLS!!!!!
 
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Thanks y'all.

I can't wait until about 2 o'clock this afternoon to go to my doctors office and get the tickets and find out where the seats are and everything.

I don't even know which exit to get off the interstate but I'm going to figure everything out.

I just hope I can borrow some money on my car so I can try to take my 2 kids with me.

They'll be mad as hell if they can't go but I'm going no matter how big a fit a 16 and 9 year old throws.

YEEEEEE HAAAAAA!!!!!!

K town here I come.

VFL...GBO!!!
 
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Congrats. You will love it. I wish I had a couple more I could give you. If all else fails, you can pick up a couple of tickets off of StubHub for about $17 each or there will be plenty of low priced tickets on the street. Don't worry about where the seats are, just get them in the game. You will be able to find a place where you can all sit together.
 
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I didnt go to my first game til i was 21 and i thought that was too long. Congratulations op, its quite the experience even when we play a team like akron. Have fun at your first but dont make it your last.
 
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And yet some fool decided to call us the worst fan base in the NCAA. Sir, you have a fantastic time and soak it all in. Hope its a special day for you!
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Great story! Enjoy every second of it. One of the most amazing experiences you'll ever have.
 
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If you take your kids and $20 cash, I bet you can get tickets for them from scalpers.
 
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Doesn't matter who they play. There is nothing like seeing a game in Neyland. You're going to love it!
 
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Exit 387

Have fun, you should be able to scalp tickets for next to nothing from the walk of where you parked until you reach Neyland.

Get in the stadium about 30 minutes before kickoff since this is your first time. You'll want to see the band go throught its routine and hear Bobby Denton proclaim "Pay these prices and pay no more"
 
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Congrats and have a great time. Like many have said, there will be tickets on the street and the closer to time for the game the cheaper they will get.
 
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Titan&Volfan4life said:
I'm so happy right now I'm almost in tears and alot of you won't understand this but but to others that bleed Tennessee orange and live for Tennessee football I hope my joy can spread to some of you too.

I've never been able to go to Neyland and see a Vols game and all the blame is stupid decisions on my part for not spending the money when I had it and being too busy tryinng to work and not getting a good education when I was young.

Now 1 of the things on my bucket list is coming true thanks to my doctor who's a Tennessee graduate and a great guy.

My doctor called me last night and told me I could have his 2 tickets to go to Neyland this Saturday night and tears came to my eyes.

I don't know why he did this except that maybe he thinks that next year I may not be able to walk on the hallowed ground of Neyland stadium and that I might be in a wheelchair by then or something.

I don't care that it's only Akron and that we should blow them out because the only thing that matters to me is that I WILL be there screaming my lungs out along with some of you great Vols fans.

I'm going out in the morning and see if I can borrow some money so I can try and bring my 2 kids with me if I can find 2 more ticket but either way I'm so happy that I'll finally get to watch my Vols play in Neyland.

If you see a gold Ford expodition with 2 Orange Tennessee battle flags flying proudly and a sign on the doors that says STUMP GRINDING with a mirrored T license plate on the front then just come on over and say hi J W and I'll be proud to shake the hands of you great Vols fans that are a big part of what makes Tennessee football so great.

I'll be the old guy with a white beard, Tennessee hat and Orange UT shirt moving along kind of slow but happier than most people just to be there with you.

I have no idea where I'm going or if there's special handicapped parking somewhere but you can bet your butt I'm going to get there early so I'll have time to figure things out and enjoy every minute of this experience.

I can't wait to finally be there with all of you in Neyland stadium.

VFL...GOOOOOOOO VOLS!!!!!
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Where are your seats. I will carry you to them if you want.
 
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Awesome!!! Made my first trip for the home opener, and loved it all! Heading back this week with my 9 yr old son and his best friend, nothing like it. :)
 
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I find this bizarre. If the Vols mean that much to you to the point that you teared up upon being given tickets, you would have found a way to get to Neyland by now. (Unless you were in jail, stationed in the military overseas, laid up with an illness, etc.) If you can afford the transportation to Neyland, then at some point in time you could have afforded a ticket. Unless you are unaware of how easy it can be to get a ticket at certain times, which would be hard to imagine since you obviously follow the Vols closely. Anyhow, just bizarre. But have fun.
 
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The memorable moment will be when you walk out to where the stadium opens up and you see the beautiful green field and the panorama of the stadium. I will never forget that moment.
 
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Titan&Volfan4life said:
I'm so happy right now I'm almost in tears and alot of you won't understand this but but to others that bleed Tennessee orange and live for Tennessee football I hope my joy can spread to some of you too.

I've never been able to go to Neyland and see a Vols game and all the blame is stupid decisions on my part for not spending the money when I had it and being too busy tryinng to work and not getting a good education when I was young.

Now 1 of the things on my bucket list is coming true thanks to my doctor who's a Tennessee graduate and a great guy.

My doctor called me last night and told me I could have his 2 tickets to go to Neyland this Saturday night and tears came to my eyes.

I don't know why he did this except that maybe he thinks that next year I may not be able to walk on the hallowed ground of Neyland stadium and that I might be in a wheelchair by then or something.

I don't care that it's only Akron and that we should blow them out because the only thing that matters to me is that I WILL be there screaming my lungs out along with some of you great Vols fans.

I'm going out in the morning and see if I can borrow some money so I can try and bring my 2 kids with me if I can find 2 more ticket but either way I'm so happy that I'll finally get to watch my Vols play in Neyland.

If you see a gold Ford expodition with 2 Orange Tennessee battle flags flying proudly and a sign on the doors that says STUMP GRINDING with a mirrored T license plate on the front then just come on over and say hi J W and I'll be proud to shake the hands of you great Vols fans that are a big part of what makes Tennessee football so great.

I'll be the old guy with a white beard, Tennessee hat and Orange UT shirt moving along kind of slow but happier than most people just to be there with you.

I have no idea where I'm going or if there's special handicapped parking somewhere but you can bet your butt I'm going to get there early so I'll have time to figure things out and enjoy every minute of this experience.

I can't wait to finally be there with all of you in Neyland stadium.

VFL...GOOOOOOOO VOLS!!!!!
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Op, you riding in with some strippers?
 
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