Change is hard, especially if it is from a dependable convenience to uncertainty. Such is the case in Minnesota this season, as the Twins transition from the covered climate-controlled Metrodome to the outdoor Target Field. After personally taking-in a weekend of cold rainy baseball — and the first rainout in thirty years — I’m still very happy with the switch.

Yes, families from out of town can’t plan trips to Minneapolis with total certainty a game won’t be rained out — but that’s how nearly every other baseball city functions, and they get by.

Yes, some games will just be darn cold. Some will be snowed out. But there are some big heat lamp things near the concessions for folks who are especially chilly, and, well, wear some layers and enjoy creation.

Yes, it would have been handy to have a stadium with a retractable roof, but those things are expensive and Minnesotans are cost-conscious folk.

After taking in two games at Target Field last weekend, I have to admit I was blown away with the quality. The seats are comfy, roomy, cup-holder-equipped, and face home plate. The local limestone highlights all over are gorgeous, without being too much. The food, though expensive (of course) is tasty and they do feature some local beers and restaurants. And I love the huge Minnie and Paul retro logo in right — the character shake hands after every Twins home run. In sum: I’m a big fan of Target Field. Well done all. Go Twins!

images by Fifteenthirty and Dana Leigh