Did You Hear That? It Sounds Crinkly.

First, congrats to Derek at Tomahawk Chopping for winning the Braves vs. Phillies series.  Tomahawk 2, Funner 1.  I bet him a pack a game...let me know what packs you would like Derek!

We won't mention that even though the Braves won two games, they struck out a total of 29 times in three games, including a 16 strikeout gem by Cliff Lee.  Wait, yeah, we will mention that. 

What we will not mention is that the Phillies scored a total of 5 runs over three games and they can't hit to save their lives.  How much longer does "but it's still early in the season" apply?

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Ted at Crinkly Wrappers holds the esteemed distinction of sending me my first Gypsy Queen Phillies cards.  Congrats Ted on this amazing honor. 

I can't begin to tell you how stoked I was when I saw the cards in this bubble mailer.  Super, super cool.

Holy crap, part of the package contained retail exclusives of all colors! Red for Target, blue for Wal-Mart, and another Wal-Mart exclusive.  Also, my first Zimmerman Gypsy Queen was included too. 

I did a double take when I saw the mini Sepia Gypsy Queen Roy Halladay.  First, how awesome is it that Ted included this in my envelope, next I thought, how awesome is was that the card is numbered 99/99.

And just when I thought it couldn't get any sweeter, this black border Howard and Hamels card appears, numbered 22/59. 

The Opening Day cards go towards the sets I am trying to build, the Presidential First Pitches and the Mascots.  I'm close.

Thanks so much for the cards Ted.  You went above and beyond and I'm super appreciative.  I hope to have some more nice Blue Jays cards to send your way soon.