It’s funny how things can change in a year.

Just this time last year, I was wearing black and gold all weekend still in shock that the Steelers had played the season the way they had.  This year I’m still shocked at how they played, but not quite the same way as last year.  I’ll lead the Steeler Nation huddle to cry over the season I thought was the best opportunity to repeat.  We’re still reigning champions until tomorrow.

As I sit back now, polishing the six Lombardi’s we have, it’s exciting to see the “Who Dat” Nation experience their first trip to the Super Bowl.  I’m not anti-Colts, but Peyton has a ring.  I also have a soft spot for the city of New Orleans.  Way back when Steelerboy was a baby, we spent some time in New Orleans, and believe it or not, despite New Orleans being known for the partying that goes on in the French Quarter, it was a great time with a 2-year-old.  And we went nowhere near the quarter.  Then I watched some friends go through so much in the aftermath of Katrina-the city still is rocked by the hurricanes (Rita too) years later.  It’s somewhat an emotional connection to the Saints, if you will.  I wouldn’t say I am a “fan” in the true sense of “fandom” but I definitely have a connection to the city and to the fans and their love of the team.  Maybe it’s better said as an understanding, one Nation to another.

I’ll quote Mike Tomlin here and say, big plays win big games.  If you asked me who I think should win the game tomorrow, I would say the Colts.  But at the end of the day, all it takes is one big play by someone with some passion to turn the tables.  I think the Saints have proven they have the passion.

It’s going to be a great game.  Looking forward to it – and hope that if anyone takes over the title of champions, it’s also a team in black and gold.

Let’s go Saints!

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