I went to BR in 2003 for the game. Whoever said it said it best - walk around - keep a smile and a positive and fun attitude, and you'll have a great time. There will be a few drunks who will do the Tiger Bait thing - just smile and laugh. It is fun. These guys know how to do it. I had more food than I could eat, and more beer than I could drink. When we won the game, the fans were exceptional. I was blown away. You will be too. Win or lose it will be a memory you will be glad to have.

On that note, I'll be there Sat night as well - I can't wait. I wish we were going to be at full strength, but whatever. We'll give it our best shot. The key will be for our D to shut you down and hope it is enough for Brantley.

We used to look at the schedule and ask when we are playing Tennessee and Florida State. Not the case anymore.

See y'all Saturday.

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Posted by Olde Tyme Gator

Member since Sep 2009

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Posted on 10/6/09 at 7:59 am to nickelbeernight

I'm with you, nickelbeer. I live in Connecticut, and pick one game every year, usually a road game. I picked Baton Rouge for 2009 while in Jax last year for the cocktail party, knowing even then that this would be the Gators biggest test of the SEC schedule.

I tell you what, if I'm treated half as well on Saturday as everyone has treated me here, I know I'll have a great time.

To all those who've invited me to their tailgates, I appreciate the hospitality and will try to take you up on it. While beer is always a good icebreaker, does anyone have any requests for something stronger? I've always been partial to Southern Comfort or Jameson's myself, but if you have a preference, let me know.

Count Chocula, unless you are really desperate for tix, you wouldn't want mine. Section 633. We'll be on the 25 yard line, but may be looking DOWN at the light towers!!

For sure, a day of good weather, good food and good fun would be complemented with a Gator win, but would also ease the sting of a Gator loss.

Thanks again, everyone, hope to see some of you on Saturday, especially MIKE THE TIGER!!