Landing a ticket for SNL was absolutely thrilling.  That excitement was usually heightened by the comradery present the city then. During my travels that day I had causally heard that one could get a ticket more easily for the Dress Rehearsal for SNL. I immediately jumped on the notion.  I happened to asked around in the right group as the people I spoke with had a sudden cancelation. I was thrilled to take this additional ticket, we all were pushed to the back on line as all on 'stand by' status. Slowly we moved closer to goal of gain admission a real bond had formed. We all eventually got seated in what was a memorable show with John Goodman hosting. I recall turning to my friends and saying. "We're doing this for America" as the elevator doors closed at 30 Rock. We all had felt a real sense of brotherhood and defiance as we attended. Almost to stand united to those who attacked us. Weeks later, Julie whom I had received the extra stand by ticket mailed me a photo of us standing in front of the 2001 season cast.