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A special blogging post from John Wolfson – my father…

I received the call on Wednesday afternoon from my son Maxx (a field editor with Getty Images). “Dad, would you like to be a runner at the Packers game on Sunday?” Finally, after paying for college, buying cars, and raising a great kid, I was paid back in 4 quarters.

You have to understand where this was coming from. Maxx and I have been Packer fans since he was toddler. We have been traveling for years to Lambeau and other stadiums a couple of times a year to support our team and spend time together which has been difficult to do with out work schedules.

Although I have been to Lambeau numerous times, I was not prepared for the adrenaline rush when I walked out onto the field before the game. This is sacred turf to the Packer community and I felt honored to be there.

My first thought before the game was not to let Maxx and the photographers down. I was shown the way to the field thru the tunnel and up two flights of stairs, down a hall way, etc. No problem!!! Well after the first quarter, I pealed off my jacket, gloves and hat. Now keep in mind that it was snowing the whole game and the temperature was in the high 20’s. Not only was it a great experience to run the cards, but I lost 5 pounds at the same time and turned white from the snow in the process.

One of the most impressive things I learned was the hard work, dedication, professionalism and teamwork it takes to produce the photographs that Getty Images distributes.

I would like to thank Jamie, Matt, Jonathan Daniel, Maxx and Getty Images for a once in a lifetime experience.

Tags: Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks, Sidelines

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