Are you ready for some football?

The Orange Bowl. No its not a waterford bowl for oranges. This is one of four BCS (Bowl Championship Series) bowls that pit two of the top teams in the nation against each other to the delight of football fans across the country. This year it was the Northern Illinois Huskies against the Florida State Seminoles and they played at SunLife Stadium in Miami.

As I was lucky enough to be in Fort Lauderdale on vacation already, I figured it would be fun to go see a BCS game live in person as I have never been to one. Unfortunately, I didn't have a ticket yet and they were already going for over $150 face value. Being a little adventurous, I decided to try my luck and see if I could scalp a ticket and get a ridiculous deal.

Boy did I get a deal! I was able to find a ticket in a suite for $100 right before game time. Now, if you have never been in a suite at a major sporting event, its all you can eat and drink in a private room with plush leather seats. This is much better than the tight nosebleed seats that were going for $150 earlier that day. After buying the ticket, I was a little nervous that I got ripped off because it was too good to be true (and yes, I know the saying). As I approached the gate my heart started beating a little faster, but when the green light flashed and I was in I couldn't believe it. I live for those adrenaline rushes.

The game was great and both sides got really into it. Even though it was a little risky, I am still glad I got this view for the entire game.

By the way, FSU won for the first time in 10 years.