Card collecting has always been about staying in touch with my childhood, but it's not alone. There are plenty of other things that have the power to take me back to the 70's and 80's. Music, restaurants, toys, magazines, tv shows, celebrities, books, historical events, and board games also have the ability to trigger memories from the past.
Earlier in the year... I was sorting a stack of cards in my office when I heard a song on YouTube that made me stop in my tracks. It was Love is the Answer by England Dan & John Ford Coley. It's probably been decades since I last heard this song play, but it immediately made me think of my mom and sister. They loved listening to 70's and 80's love songs.
That genre isn't really in my wheelhouse, so I started looking up the artists and the history of the song. I discovered that it was written by Todd Rundgren and originally performed by his band called Utopia in 1977. England Dan & John Ford Coley's version was released in 1979 on their Dr. Heckle & Mr. Jive album.
I don't own a copy of this LP in my collection, but I do own their Nights Are Forever album which contains their most popular song: I'd Really Love to See You Tonight. A few years ago my brother gave me his entire record collection and this was in it.
Not going to say I've turned into a big England Dan & John Ford Coley fan, but I have added Love is the Answer to my Spotify walking list.
I had originally planed on publishing this post had the Packers beat the 49ers back in January, but they lost and it got buried among other posts sitting in my rough draft folder.
But since it's the start of the 2024 NFL season, I figured I'd use it to show off my newest Jordan Love card:
2023 Panini Prizm #110
If you follow football, then you know that he was injured on the final drive of this past Friday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Early reports think it's a sprained MCL which means he'd miss three to four weeks.
2023 Donruss Red Hot Rookies #RHR-8
It's a tough way to start the season, but I was impressed that the Packers as a whole were able to compete against the Eagles who many consider one of the best teams in the NFC.
Jayden Reed had a solid rookie season last year... and opened his sophomore season by scoring two touchdowns on Friday.
2023 Panini Prizm #113
I won't speak for other Packers fans... but I have pretty high hopes for them this season. Their defense forced three turnovers and it was nice to see some of the high salary guys like Jaire Alexander and Rashan Gary earn their pay.
Hopefully their backup quarterbacks can hold down the fort until Love returns.
All three of these cards were part of a care package I received from Reader X back in May.
Here are a few other Packers he included:
2023 Mosaic Green Prizm #85
I was sad that the Packers let Jones walk and sign with the Minnesota Vikings. He's the third leading rusher in Green Bay Packers franchise history... and has the fourth most rushing touchdowns. It'll be weird seeing him in purple this season.
Just like it was weird seeing this guy playing in Minnesota back in 2009:
2023 Prizm #112
Just like I'll root for this guy:
I'm not a fan of his personality... but loved him on the field. For well over a decade he gave Packers fans hope... and also brought home a Super Bowl title to Title Town. As a fan... I can't ask for more than that.
2023 Prizm #227
Xavier also hooked me up with some cards for my other favorite football team:
2023 Absolute #17
Last season, I wasn't very confident in the Hawks. This year... it's a little different. I feel like they have an outside shot at making the playoffs with this pretty potent offense led by Geno Smith and company:
2023 Donruss Blue Press Proof #257
2023 Prizm Prizm Break #PB-2
2023 Absolute #42
Unfortunately... both the Packers and Seahawks have division rivals standing in their way. The San Francisco 49ers are arguably the best team in the NFC and the Detroit Lions aren't far behind. Toss in the Eagles... and the 2024 NFL season should be very, very entertaining.
Thank you Xavier for another stack of Packers and Seahawks for my collection. Hopefully at least one of them make the playoffs this year.
Happy Sunday and sayonara!
9 comments:
GB definitely had their chances to win that game against Philly. Too many penalties, and a costly turnover (plus Nixon dropping a sure pick six) but I'm more concerned about Love's status. I kept saying all spring/summer that they need a competent backup in case he goes down. Didn't think it would happen so soon though :/
Jayden Reed had a heck of a game, including that negated TD when both teams had.. the same amount of players on the field lol. That Red Hot Rookies insert is fantastic. I like the Mosaic Green Aaron Jones, too. Miss that Aaron more than the other clown.
You've got some more Packers (and Seahawks) cards headed your way this week, along with some baseball :D
Have a great season.
Hopefully 3-4 weeks is right. I was worried when I first saw it.
I hope your teams have a good season, Fuji.
Well Love should be back in time to play my Bears!
JLove should only be out 2-3 weeks....
Nice stuff from Xavier! You gotta listen to more Yacht Rock haha
I don't collect football cards at all but seeing Panini cards with NFL logos does make me wish they could use MLB logos in their products as well.
chris - keep hearing that there's a chance love could return this weekend against the titans. received your mailer last week. looking forward to cracking it open.
johnnys trading spot - thanks. so far... can't complain too much
the lost collector - hopefully love returns sunday... but if he needs more time, that's okay too. just want him to be okay.
the snorting bull - thanks. if one can make the playoffs, i'd be happy. if both do... i'll be stoked
uncle charlie's shoebox - week 11 is so far away. lots of things can happen between now and then. looks like the nfc north will be very competitive this season. lots of good team in the nfc this year
gca - that's good news. hopefully they don't rush things and he's able to return and be productive
jafronius - not enough time in my schedule to add a playlist for yacht rock. although when the stuff pops up on the radio, sometimes i'll listen to it.
nachos grande - i think the one product i'd love to see with mlb logos is mosaic. as much as i complain about excessive parallels... i do like them in that product.
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