Why do I do it? Apparently I’m not motivated by the money, since there really isn’t much of that (but I’m not complaining). I think it’s because of the look on their faces when they enter the place for the Big Show. Maybe it’s because of the emotion I can see when they’ve put their heart — and more — into their big performance. Maybe it’s the tears of exhaustion and wonder running down their cheeks as they return their horns to port with such authority after the last note has been played. Maybe it’s the energy and confidence that flows from the field as the young people entertain and attempt to be the most magnificent they can be. It could be the excitement and wonder in the drum major’s and captains’ expressions when they are rewarded for their hard work, dedication, passion, showmanship and musicality. But there is something about that stadium, something that makes it different from the other venues…