Wednesday: Taking it easy

After yesterday visiting the golf course we decided to relax and sleep in.  It was phenomenal!!  We decided not to go to the course today and that we would go tommorrow and watch the opening ceremonies.  So today was dedicated to walking around downtown Cardiff and what a sight it was.  It is the biggest area to shop in I have ever seen.  It was like New York City but cleaner and prettier.  The streets are all paved with concrete pavers and pedestrians are everywhere.  We had lunch at Mcdonalds and it was 10 times better and cleaner than back home.  Food was very tasty!!

We then decided we would check out the Cardiff Castle.  Come to find out it was closed for the day because the two teams were having dinner there tonight and then going to the Gala and Concert afterwards.  So after strolling around town a little we headed back to the hotel to get ready for the big Gala. 

After sliding on my suit, rockin a red tie, red pocket square and red socks we were on our way!! The wife was a glowing image of a very happy pregnant woman. We went inside the Millenium Stadium and it was unreal how nice it was set up.  We did not have our camera so we were pretty bummed, but what a sight.  Three course meal, first class service and entertainment were in order.  We had traditional Welsh Lamb as the main course and it was mighty tasty.  Afterwards we joined the main part of the stadium and got settled in for the big concert.  We sat with the European caddies and we were on the second row.  The American caddies were back at the Celtic Manor resting and probably bonding or drawing up some game plans for the weekend. 

First we were introduced to the evenings entertainment by Catherine Zeta Jones and Prince Charles , we were then serenated by Katherine Jenkins and she was an unbelievable singer.  Then it was time for the fellas from each team and their wives to come out on the stage and be introduced.  Americans were announced first and it was great to see Bubba and Angie up on the stage, they looked great!  All of the American team looked excited and ready to go.  Then the Euros came out and also looked great.  Then soon after talking to the two captains the players exited the stage.  All the US players noticed our small group of followers and acknowledged us all, it was a great night.

Time to go to sleep now, but more fun tommorow.  We are gonna go early and check out the Castle then depart for the golf course around 2 to check out the opening ceremonies.  Pictures are down below so check em out!

GO USA!!

GOD IS GOOD!!

Adam