Like most Phillies Phans, I was watching the 2nd half of the game last night in anxious anticipation. *Nervous* is not quite the word for it.

Their defensive play last night was absolutely spot-on.

When Brad Lidge (closing pitcher) got the final out with a strike, I jumped up and started SCREAMING. My dogs were so upset, they started barking - either that, or they were joining me in vocal celebration!

If none of you ladies bothered to watch, you missed some fine eye candy on this years Philadelphia Lineup. Not only are these players handsome, they have soap-opera-esque, romatic hero names! Some of my favorites include: Pat Burrell, Chase Utley, Jayson Werth, and Cole Hamels. I could not find still photos that do these gents any justice, but no matter.

The Philadelphia fans ramped up their enthusiasm and energy level last night to make up for that dour evening in the rain, and it was electrifying. Congrats, 2008 World Champions!