Rantical

Here are my rants, observations and concessions about the Greeley Stampede this year.

1. Rant: The Spin Doctors are a two hit wonder, barely. I didn't realize it until I saw them that they had two, count'em two, radio hits. Nonetheless, they are washed up, but the question that I have is... At what point do you realize that you are washed up? Before you get to Greeley, or does it occur upon arrival? I'm just wondering if Greeley is a turning point in a persons career. The thing is this year they had a lot of amazing bands, some that I don't particularly like, but are A-list musicians. That was not the case for the Spin Doctors.
2. Rant: I am not in the best shape! No one is going to argue that point, but at least I realize it. I know what is OK for me to wear in public. Unfortunately for innocent by-standers, many of the attendees of the Stampede have not made that realization. I don't want to be mean, but somebody has to be honest here. If a supermodel wears it, and you weigh more than twice that supermodel's weight, you shouldn't be wearing it. I'm talking about guys and girls here people. I saw things last night that I think a Guantanamo detainee should not be exposed to.
3. Observation: The carnival is much more white trash in daylight.
4. Observation: The food court is a prophesy of Vegetarian Hell. There literally is enough meat there to feed an African country for a year. And apparently it is the duty of the attendees to make sure none of it goes to waste (see #2).
5. Concession: Maybe the Stampede is bigger than I give it credit for. This year it was chosen as one of the "Best Places to Fly Your Patriotic Colors." by USA Today.

Over all the Stampede was a good time. I had fun taking kids from work over to the carnival and seeing some normally melancholy faces smile for a change. I had fun spending time with my beautiful wife at the Poison show. And I had fun hanging out with my oldest son at the parade and the fireworks.
Blessings,
Ryan D