We're heading through a year long celebration for Mick as it will be his 60th birthday in August. I thought it would be nice prolong the festivities so I'm organising little surprises for him throughout the year, hopefully one each month.
Mick's been a lifelong supporter of Leeds United so when I saw that Leeds Grand Theatre were staging a Leeds Legends event last night I grabbed a couple of tickets. It was a real surprise to Mick, it isn't something he ever thought I'd have booked.
The event included live interviews, audience questions and answers, and a memorabilia auction. The ex-players were Dom Matteo, Ian Harte, Nigel Martyn, Michael Bridges and it was hosted by Andy Couzens. Anyone who knows anything about Leeds United will know that the Leeds team in the 1970s, managed by Don Revie, was a force to be reckoned with. This is the team that Mick remembers from his childhood and sadly, most of those players are no longer with us, however, Eddie Gray is and he was a special guest at the Leeds Legends evening.
It was a really good night out, I thought I might be a little bored as I don't have much interest in football but I wasn't. It was so entertaining and excellent value for money.
On our way to the theatre we stopped off for a meal at a restaurant not too far from home, but one we hadn't visited before. Mick's favourite food is Italian and we're very lucky to have a fabulous Italian restaurant within walking distance of home so we don't often try others, but it was nice to have a change of scenery on this occasion.
The food was good and the staff were very attentive but we both said we preferred our usual restaurant. It was good to try somewhere new though.
It was nice to do something a little bit different for Mick's April surprise and I was really pleased that I enjoyed it so much more than I was expecting to too, we both really enjoyed the evening.
Sounds a perfect evening for him, I remember captain Billy Bremner taking them to the cup final against Arsenal in early 70's, I followed Leeds for a few years.
ReplyDeleteWe both really enjoyed it. Yes, I have a photo somewhere of me aged 3 with the FA Cup after Leeds United won it in 1972.
DeleteWhat a lovely wife you are, to arrange such a special evening.
ReplyDeleteI try my best, haha.
DeleteWhat a fun surprise!
ReplyDeleteIt was something a bit different which we both really enjoyed.
DeleteIt is good to try something new once in a while.
ReplyDeleteIt is. I knew Mick would enjoy the evening but I didn't expect to enjoy it myself as much as I did.
DeleteSounds the perfect evening for Mick.
ReplyDeleteI think you are doing so well in organising these trips and surprises.
All the best Jan
I'm enjoying coming up with all these surprises for Mick, it's fun looking for things he'll enjoy.
DeleteWhat a really thoughtful gift. And I'm with Mick when it comes to Italian food :)
ReplyDeleteI think most people enjoy Italian food, you can't really go wrong with pizza and pasta.
DeleteMick is really having a ball with all these wonderful celebrations!
ReplyDeleteI am too, they may be his surprises but I'm enjoying them just as much as he is, haha.
DeleteCertainly something a bit different, glad you both enjoyed it and the meal. xx
ReplyDeleteI knew it was something which Mick would enjoy but I enjoyed it too so that was a real bonus.
DeleteWhat a wonderful idea to celebrate monthly all year long. Those tickets were certainly inspired and I am glad you surprised and delighted him. You're a good soul!
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend- xo Diana
I thought it would be nice to extend the celebrations and he's certainly enjoying all his surprises.
DeleteGlad Mick enjoyed his surprise treat and that you got something from the evening too, I'm like you, no interest in football.
ReplyDeleteIt was a good night, very entertaining and interesting too, we both really enjoyed it.
DeleteMartyn was a supporter in the time of Billy Bremner's crew when players weren't paid as much and stayed with the same club for most of their playing life. They often went into a pub in Rothwell.
ReplyDeleteThere wasn't the huge salaries for players in those days as there are now. Both Jack Charlton and Billy Bremner lived near my auntie and uncle.
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