You reminded me that I did not "close out" with a congrats over here, as well. At least Marshall is not coming to Norfolk next week....don't think I can take another offensive (meant both ways) performance at home!

Hope everyone had a good time, a decent meal, and got home safely. Congratulations on the beatdown, and let's hope we can give you a better game next year in Boone.

One other thing, this is Neptune Festival weekend, which is kind of like a food, art, etc show on the Virginia Beach boardwalk. We have purchased many of the items with which we decorate the house from this event through the years. Weather is expected to be atrocious, so crowds should be small, but ...

Yes, I believe drinking is allowed on Kaufman Mall. Pretty "dead" there,and you will be amazed at how much available space is there considering the tailgate lots are at such a premium. Portsmouth is a challenge for dining. Fortunatelty your hotel is a good one and you are within walking distance to ...

Tailgating at ODU is a little different, as I know of no for-pay lots in the area close to the stadium. Visitors can park for free at one ofthe two BB arena garages (one behind the Springhill Suites, the other two blocks away on the other side of the arena 43rd street). You can tailgate on Kaufman M...