Bulldogging Across the USA: A Winter Classic Journey Part II
Also see
- Bulldogging Across the USA: A Winter Classic Journey Part I
- Bulldogging Across the USA: A Winter Classic Journey Part III
Washington, DC I AM BACK!!!
It’s been 302 days since I moved to San Diego, not that I’ve kept count by making little scratch marks in the wall next to my bed, which I haven’t! But it feels GREAT to be back for a few days!
WASHINGTON, DC I HAVE ARRIVED! #BulldogCannonBallRun #WinterClassicAdventure
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 29, 2014
Now, due to poor timing by the NHL or manufacturers or incorrect alignment of celestial bodies, the Youth sizes of the Winter Classic jerseys was delayed until 4 days before I left San Diego. Many people ask where I get my jersey, since they’d never seen a dog jersey like mine in stores. Well, it’s a youth jersey which is cut down, stitched, and then custom name kit attached. My friend and former neighbor does all the hard work, I’m the lucky bulldog who gets to wear the finished jersey that everyone knows and loves. Because of the delays, I had to get the Kettler Store to direct ship to her. When I got to Maryland, I went for a final fitting before everything was stitched tight!
Got my final fitting for the #WinterClassic jersey…sneak peak pic.twitter.com/igl9h19nek
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 29, 2014
Each night, I’m crashing at a different friends place. Monday I stayed at my great friends Marley (my girlfriend), Doobie (one of my best buds), Scrapple the Rescue Pig (FYI NOT FOR EATING), Jennifer and Patrick (the human supervisors). We also had a visit from my friends Sherry and Natalie Kendall from Wagging Tail Portraits! It was a party and there was a Caps game on the Tee Vee too!
LIVE FROM GF MARLEY’S PAD IT’S HOCKEY O’CLOCK! #LetsGoCaps #CapsIsles Thanks @DODDMV for letting me stay tonight pic.twitter.com/AvxbyNbIrw
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 30, 2014
I had a great night playing with Scrapple and Marley. Doobie and me hung out and compared napping notes. Sadly, Doobie passed away after surgery the next morning after I had left. This was absolutely devastating news for his family and mine. He was such an awesomely sweet little bulldog and I will always treasure the last night we got to pal around… and nap! #RIPDoobie
We've lost a Great bulldog today in Doobie! Heart breaking to have to say he crossed the rainbow bridge today! Thoughts & prayers to @DODDMV
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 31, 2014
Off to Kettler, Part 38, To Be Ejected OR Not To Be
It’s not a secret that I’ve had my challenges remaining inside the Kettler Iceplex. Having been given the boot a few times already, this time I NEED to be successful, after all I’m only in town for a few days. But where is the fun if you don’t chirp at your adversaries?
Kettler I have snuck in!
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 30, 2014
. @OvietheBulldog is in the building! pic.twitter.com/OCymlQnauG
— Katie Brown (@katiebhockey) December 30, 2014
I wuv you too @OvietheBulldog…. #WinterClassic @Chelzanidas pic.twitter.com/8Dj3fgNNa0
— Morskie (@morskie29) December 30, 2014
FYI, I did get the leash and collar ;)
You are such a discerning shopper @OvietheBulldog! Go for the @washcaps leash! #WinterClassic @Chelzanidas pic.twitter.com/BsXV38JgBl
— Morskie (@morskie29) December 30, 2014
My new best friend @OvietheBulldog pic.twitter.com/WeGGJ9iSYL
— Kaeleigh Green (@CapitalsChick) December 30, 2014
https://twitter.com/TySpooner1993/status/550002964132532224
JOE B!
@JoeBpXp & me @Shop_KCI today! #WinterClassicAdventure #WinterClassic (cc @MayHockeyCSN @Laughlin18 @CourtneyCSN ) pic.twitter.com/bqtGFwiCKh
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 30, 2014
Scoping out Nats Park for my spot
Going to Verizon Center is easy, I have my bricks and that will never change. For the Winter Classic, I need to scope out my spot where I can be near the action but not be in the way.
While waiting I get to see my old friend Alan May and his son.
Me & @MayHockeyCSN at Nats Park #WinterClassic #WinterClassicAdventure (cc @Laughlin18 @CourtneyCSN you two are next) pic.twitter.com/5VJhcPuZBo
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 30, 2014
Additionally, Stephen Whyno from The Canadian Press wants to talk about my trip. I warn him that “Asparagus” is the safety word that gets Dad to stop talking.
Meeting @SWhyno at Nats Park yesterday See Dad talk about my trip with him here http://t.co/GzNNcFNekj pic.twitter.com/VN1NT9PmEJ
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 31, 2014
Brooks Laich, finally
Many thanks to @brookslaich for stopping to take a picture with me today at Nats Park! #WinterClassic pic.twitter.com/DAQGL4Iu7K
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 31, 2014
I’d been passed over for pics with Brooks in the past, not today! I guess he knows Hollywood potential when he sees it! Also, he seems to be playing pretty well after getting his picture with me, coincidence? Haha!
The NHL Loves Bulldogs in Hockey Jerseys
Show us your game face and join the @Bridgestone NHL #WinterClassic Fan Freeze. http://t.co/f8rbLhsByz pic.twitter.com/goH1mV3KkZ
— NHL (@NHL) December 30, 2014
The Big Day Nears!
The Road to the @nhl #WinterClassic has been long but soon all the miles will lead to Nats Park! #LetsGoCaps pic.twitter.com/UE6KwUbu4j
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) December 31, 2014
Winter Classic Eve
PARTY NEW YEARS EVE BEST)))))) Bringing in 2015 with a SNORE! #HappyNewYear pic.twitter.com/bWG0s0gIjQ
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 1, 2015
WINTER CLASSIC DAY!
This is it! The reason behind the 3,200 miles driven, 50 hours in the car, and the Road to the Winter Classic is finally complete!
IT'S #WINTERCLASSIC DAY! 3,200 miles & countless hours driven. I. AM. READY! #WinterClassicAdventure #LetsGoCaps pic.twitter.com/T44jvdtyvC
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 1, 2015
Pre-gaming with the Washington Capitals Fans of Northern Virginia
I’d received a very special invite from Jon Sorensen to join the Washington Capitals Fans of Northern Virginia Pre-Game party at Old Ebbitt Grill. I’m allowed practically everywhere in San Diego but it is not the case in Washington, DC, especially in a swanky joint like Old Ebbitt. Jon pulled the strings and I was allowed inside to join the party!
Just parked & on my way to @NoVa_Caps Old Ebbitt party! #WinterClassic pic.twitter.com/712IkePnD9
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 1, 2015
IS BULLDOG PARTY NOW!
Chilling at the @NoVa_Caps pregame party stop by if you're around! #WINTERCLASSIC pic.twitter.com/MFJH0ifvCr
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 1, 2015
Lucky Bulldog is Lucky!
I won a Kuznetsov signed puck at the @NoVa_Caps party at Old Ebbitt grill! pic.twitter.com/h0mhAdcXxq
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 1, 2015
The Secretary of Defense
The Secretary of Defense Rod Langway at Old Ebbitt @NoVa_Caps party! #WinterClassic pic.twitter.com/wRkNDaOMwM
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 1, 2015
Thanks Jon!
So happy to have met @jonms123 of Washington Capitals Fans of Northern VA who must have laid a very convincing argument to Old Ebbitt Grill to get me inside!
Many thanks to you my friend, my #WinterClassicAdventure was even better than I’d originally thought it’d be.
After a great party to warm up it’s time to fight my way to Nats Park!
I HAVE ARRIVED, COMMENCE THE HOCKEY CELEBRATION!
Making my way up half st #WinterClassic
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 1, 2015
.@OvietheBulldog styling his new hat! pic.twitter.com/FsBqV8lyNi
— Stars and Sticks (@Stars_AndSticks) January 1, 2015
Pet the bulldog for BROUWER POUWER!
@OvietheBulldog & @brouwerrangers pic.twitter.com/SR8Y8G2D2b
— Sheena (@CAPLDY) January 1, 2015
Caught the @brouwerrangers & @OvietheBulldog before the game, making my bucket list a little bit shorter pic.twitter.com/aXUJmtjO2Z
— Diane (@DianeBix) January 1, 2015
Fans from all teams, including the Blackhawks
I have pet @OvietheBulldog. THIS TRIP IS NOW A SUCCESS. pic.twitter.com/Q6ROGEuTgI
— Kat (@KattyCorner) January 1, 2015
http://instagram.com/p/xUcPsyJyZX/
Love this dog!
Met @OvietheBulldog at the #WinterClassic. The cutest dog in the world. Thanks for coming. You guys are great! pic.twitter.com/t7M8X1U9KY
— Camran Hanson (@CamranHanson) January 2, 2015
It's @OvietheBulldog at the #WinterClassic! http://t.co/XaJMGhXiEj
— Capitals Outsider (@CapsOutsider) January 1, 2015
https://twitter.com/AMYKINSSS/status/550830491621138432
A Caps fan made me a Caps quilt! OMG Thank you Karen!
A very special Thank you to @rumldy67! Who made me this tremendously awesome #Caps blanket! I LOVE IT! <3 #ThankYou pic.twitter.com/LjXoQM9XHq
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 2, 2015
Standing guard outside Nats Park.
What’s a #WinterClassic without a Winter Hat? #RedFlapHat #WinterClassicAdventure #BulldogCannonBallRun (Pic courtesy of Sticks for Troops)
While not my bricks at Verizon Ctr, the surface will suffice for a quick break! #RedFlapHat providing needed shade from the sun! Thanks to my dear friend @doddmv for the picture!
Good day because Caps won and I got to meet @brouwerrangers and @OvietheBulldog pic.twitter.com/n26yIIOPKn
— Kelly Kasper (@Kelly_kasper) January 2, 2015
IT’S WINTER CLASSIC HOCKEY O’CLOCK!
LIVE FROM NATS PARK IT'S #WINTERCLASSIC O'CLOCK! #LETSGOCAPS #CapsHawks @nhl @washcaps pic.twitter.com/DHMuKkjLeu
— Ovie the Bulldog (@OvietheBulldog) January 1, 2015
Also see:
- Bulldogging Across the USA: A Winter Classic Journey Part I
- Bulldogging Across the USA: A Winter Classic Journey Part III