baseball
...unnels into the bright sunlight. The first thing to catch my eye was the vivid rush of color. Underneath the fluffy white clouds and their deep blue canvas, I could look down and see players in vibrant teal green and white Marlins uniforms warming up for the game. The well-watered grass on the field was a brighter green than any other grass I had seen. The outfield seemed to be so perfect. It appeared that each blade had been cut by hand. The edge of the infield, where the dark, watered down dirt met the intensely green grass, was a precise and clear contrast. We sat down and I took in my surroundings. There were men walking up and down the stairs selling various concessions. They had peanuts, beer, soda, ice cream, popcorn, and many other tempting treats. The players soon finished their warm ups and the crowd became frenzied with excitement. Before the game started we stood for the traditional National Anthem. This well practiced act of group togetherness serves two purposes. First, it pays tribute to our country, bringing our American values to the game. Secondly, it seems to hype up the Games, making the cheering crowd an active part of the contest. This enthusiasm leads to cheers when their team turns a great play or to boos and mockery due to an umpire's bad judgment. For me, watching baseball is all about the excitement and appreciation of the game. Since I was...