With the bear economy and difficult job market, I watch my finances like a hawk. I live in fear of losing my job as I see more and more co-workers packing their bags each week. So when it’s time for a major purchase, I buckle down, trim the fat and evaluate the situation. Times are tough, but I found a way… to afford a pair of tickets to the May 6th Mets/Phillies game at the new Citi Field.

Single-game tickets go on sale this Sunday, but fortunately my season-ticket-holder pal (aka “Really Rich Friend”) had early access. I am now the proud owner of two nosebleed-section tickets currently worth more than my 401k.

I’ve set aside a paycheck to afford 3 beers, a hot dog and a program, but what if that’s not enough? The new stadium is supposed to feature “unprecedented sightlines, amenities and comfort for Mets fans.”  Translation: They’re putting a SHAKE SHACK at Citi Field! They’ll also have Blue Smoke BBQ, featuring the mouthwatering pulled pork sandwich and Kansas City ribs! Sweet Jesus, I might be skipping a few rent checks after this game. At least they haven’t lined the bleachers with troughs…. yet.

As a Queens resident and loyal follower of Wright and Reyes, the 2009 Citi Field ticket prices may cause my financial demise. Despite the impending doom, it is of small comfort to me that the situation could always be worse. I could be a Yankees fan.

In an effort to offset ticket prices, May 6th is “Free Geico Visor” day at Citi Field. Well, why didn’t they tell us that to begin with?? Hallelujah!