The big event

You might watch this commercial and think, "This is why I avoid all of life's big events.  So that I don't miss all the sporting events that are out there."  That's no way to live, people.  You need those friends who throw those big events.  They are the ones that go out with you on a Thursday night to watch the Tigers clinch the ALDS and upset the perpetual bridesmaid, the Oakland A's.  They are the people who don't judge you when you put a rally towel on your head and insist that it's the reason Miggy hit that home run.

Credit the babushka

So, when those same friends throw a baby shower or get married, it's your job to attend and celebrate with a full heart...no matter the sporting schedule.  Don't worry, friends.  There are ways to still get your sports fill while ENJOYING those big events (that's right, don't just pout in the corner while your girlfriend gets down).

Sources of information:
Smart phones- So many apps, so little time.  Twitter, SportsCenter feed, Facebook...the world wide web is looking out for you and giving you up to date information even when you don't ask for it.

Televisions- Sometimes the bride, groom, mom, birthday girl (whoever) allows that 13 inch tube TV to be turned on in the corner of the lobby.  Utilize it people.  I don't suggest staying huddled there for four hours, but a quick check in doesn't hurt.  You can also catch up with Uncle Ralph, who has his butt glued to a chair and a beer in his hand.  He's watched the entire game and can give you pitch-by-pitch analysis in a tenth of the time it actually takes.  Sometimes, you have family that completely understands your sports obsession.  Last year, Cousin Tiger projected Game 3 of the World Series on the wall next to the dance floor at his wedding.  I was shaking my groove thing AND watching the Tigers struggle against the Giants.  It was bliss.  Except for the whole Tiger loss thing.

DVR- This is not my favorite method, but it is possible to shut out the world and just wait until the event is over.  Beware of the spoilers out there.  They always come from unexpected people too.  Run in the opposite direction if Aunt Edie approaches and starts telling you about the Michigan Cats who just scored a run.

SportsCenter- That's right.  It is possible to just enjoy everything going on and forget about the game for the evening.  SportsCenter will give you the highlights in the morning.  It's a seven game series and sometimes we need to take one for the team.

I had a fabulous time last night at the wedding of two very good friends.  I ate good food, devoured a donut, busted a move, and caught up with all my friends.  I also checked in on the Michigan and Tigers scores on my phone and popped in to the bar area where the TV was on.  I caught the Michigan score and various updates from the Tigers (the Tigers' one run on my phone and Sanchez's bottom of the sixth, bases loaded strike out on TV).

Tonight, I've got another big event.  The attendees are me, Husband Tiger, the cat, the Tiger game, and the couch.  It promises to be another big event in the life of the Tigress.  SchEYEzer watched Sanchez last night and started to get jealous of all those strikeouts.  He's ready to prove his Cy Young candidacy and silence the Fenway fans.