Even before this day started, everyone in Minnesota already knew for whom this day is for. My husband and I decided to attend the morning mass so we can just cruise through the rest of the day til the game at 5. In the church, at least six people were wearing the famous purple jersey which was confirmed to be the standard fashion for the day. I saw at least 3 more people in the grocery store flashing the same fashion statement. And just before the priest gave his final blessing, he asked everyone to take a moment in silence to pray for Brett and his company- collectively known as the Minnesota Vikings.
Since I moved here in Minnesota eight months ago, one very distinctive feature among Minnesotans are their love for the football game. And since the team’s acquisition of the talented and oldest quarterback in the league Brett Favre just this 90th season of the NFL, the excitement grew more into passion, loyalty and then, pride for the team that carries their State. I, on my part knew I was destined to be a Vikings fan primarily because of their color. After all, I didn’t really understand the game until I decided to join my husband cheer in front of the television set.
Now over four months since the league started, the Vikings managed their contention for the SuperBowl. Less than an hour from now, Brett and company will play against the New Orleans Saints for the AFC Championship. This is not going to be an easy game for the Vikes- and they know that. I’m sure they did their practice, coaches did their homework. And as for us fans who can’t make it to the Superdome game in New Orleans, we’ve already cleared our Sunday schedules…we’ve already stocked up our food so we don’t have the leave the living room…and we’ve already said our prayers. Skol Vikings, let’s win this game!
