Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band

To celebrate the start of a productive year at Arizona State, I decided to go see Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band play at the Arizona Biltmore. I was (unreasonably) worried about traffic and parking, so arrived early enough to walk around for about 45 minutes before the show started.

Let me just say: I'm so glad I went. Gary Sinise told some amazing stories and seems like such a wonderful person. Prime example: 

When Gary Sinise introduced the band, he introduced everyone by name and instrument. He introduced himself as, "Hello, I'm Lt. Dan, and I play bass."

"...actually, I just try to keep up."

Such a humble, cool individual. I didn't speak with him personally, but he was very gracious to everyone and seemed really sincere. If I ever get a chance to go see his band play again, I will make a point to go. 

Am I doing this selfie thing correctly?  Not quite sunset, from the top of the parking garage at the Arizona Biltmore.

Happy face: Watching sunset before the show. Click the picture to read more about the Gary Sinise Foundation.