Go Caps!!!
What a great victory last night.
I get so amped up for NHL playoffs...there is nothing better, and a simple play can sway the whole series. That is what makes it so great.
GO C-A-P-S!
14 April 2011
13 April 2011
My Tax Pay $$$
I heard that President Obama was speaking today at George Washington University.
Just 2 weeks ago, he was at Georgetown, where I was officiating a lacrosse game the night before his arrival and the school was already going on lock-down.
I understand the need for the President of the United States to be out and about, and interact with his "constituency." However, I often think this is not thought through given the implication on the people, as well as the tax dollars.
Why does he have to give a speech from GW, when he is blocks from him home base, and can simply roll down the hallway in a secured facility.
Can you imagine what it costs for the security at a place like GW, plus the impacts on traffic with the motorcade, all for a 30 minute speech and photo-op?
I think this was a poor decision, given we just resolved the budget crisis, and he is off giving speeches down the block!!!
Just 2 weeks ago, he was at Georgetown, where I was officiating a lacrosse game the night before his arrival and the school was already going on lock-down.
I understand the need for the President of the United States to be out and about, and interact with his "constituency." However, I often think this is not thought through given the implication on the people, as well as the tax dollars.
Why does he have to give a speech from GW, when he is blocks from him home base, and can simply roll down the hallway in a secured facility.
Can you imagine what it costs for the security at a place like GW, plus the impacts on traffic with the motorcade, all for a 30 minute speech and photo-op?
I think this was a poor decision, given we just resolved the budget crisis, and he is off giving speeches down the block!!!
12 April 2011
One of My Favorite Things...
not to sound like Oprah...
is to have my child smack me in the face, right on the bridge of my nose, with one of his trucks at 7 in the morning.
Who needs a cup of coffee, when a good ole slap really wakes you up?
is to have my child smack me in the face, right on the bridge of my nose, with one of his trucks at 7 in the morning.
Who needs a cup of coffee, when a good ole slap really wakes you up?
08 April 2011
Ghetto
On Tuesday night I had a Hungry Man Salisbury Steak Microwave Dinner...Shockingly, it was not very good!
30 March 2011
WOW...
I was once a Lehigh University Lacrosse Goalie...I now work with the United States Army...I noticed the following on a Lacrosse Website, which was a letter from a Lehigh parent to a General Officer at the United States Military Academy!!!
"I want to share with you a story about the character of the cadets we have at West Point. It comes from the father of a Lehigh lacrosse player about how the Army team treated the Lehigh goalie, Dan Carr, after the end of the game last week and after learning that Carr's father had suddenly passed away." "At the conclusion of a well fought Lehigh-Army game, the teams lined up for the traditional hand shake. As they assembled, I noticed Dan and Army's goalie Tom Palesky deep in conversation. They continued to talk even after both teams were queued and ready to proceed. Then, as Dan and Tom shook hands, Tom embraced Dan and gave him a hearty hug and pat on the back. I considered as they hugged, that goalies are a breed apart and certainly empathetic to one another. However, the next player to shake Dan's hand also paused and spoke for a moment and then gave Dan a hug and pat. As the procession continued, every player on the Army team stopped to give Dan a word of condolence and a hug. About half way through the team handshake, I began to realize something I've have always felt but could never quite articulate and that is I now understand Lacrosse is far more than a game, it is a tribe. A culture that instills a discipline and spirit that forges the players into a unique fraternity.
In the world of Division I men's sports, it is almost anachronistic that a young man can be both a warrior and a gentleman, but Tuesday night illustrated that West Point continues it's long tradition of creating both officers and gentlemen of character. By the end of the team handshake, as I watched through teary eyes, I knew as a Lacrosse father and an American, that I have never prouder to be both."
I am extremely proud to be affiliated with both!
"I want to share with you a story about the character of the cadets we have at West Point. It comes from the father of a Lehigh lacrosse player about how the Army team treated the Lehigh goalie, Dan Carr, after the end of the game last week and after learning that Carr's father had suddenly passed away." "At the conclusion of a well fought Lehigh-Army game, the teams lined up for the traditional hand shake. As they assembled, I noticed Dan and Army's goalie Tom Palesky deep in conversation. They continued to talk even after both teams were queued and ready to proceed. Then, as Dan and Tom shook hands, Tom embraced Dan and gave him a hearty hug and pat on the back. I considered as they hugged, that goalies are a breed apart and certainly empathetic to one another. However, the next player to shake Dan's hand also paused and spoke for a moment and then gave Dan a hug and pat. As the procession continued, every player on the Army team stopped to give Dan a word of condolence and a hug. About half way through the team handshake, I began to realize something I've have always felt but could never quite articulate and that is I now understand Lacrosse is far more than a game, it is a tribe. A culture that instills a discipline and spirit that forges the players into a unique fraternity.
In the world of Division I men's sports, it is almost anachronistic that a young man can be both a warrior and a gentleman, but Tuesday night illustrated that West Point continues it's long tradition of creating both officers and gentlemen of character. By the end of the team handshake, as I watched through teary eyes, I knew as a Lacrosse father and an American, that I have never prouder to be both."
I am extremely proud to be affiliated with both!
25 March 2011
Way To Go Joe!!!
I love Joe Biden. This guy has made a mockery of the Vice Presidency.
We are at War in Afghanistan. We are engaging in War in Libya. One of our biggest allies in Japan is literally having a melt down after a major natural disaster, and this is just a short list of things going on in the World right now...
What is Joe up to???
You know...hanging out with the Yankees of course in sunny warm Tampa, FL.
I was under the impression that Joe was the VP, given all of his Foreign Relations background. Seems like it would be a good time to use some of that expertise. Instead, he is going around touting a plan for a $50B Super Railroad.
And people were afraid of Sarah Palin as the VP...Great choice America. You should be proud of yourself.
What a moron!
We are at War in Afghanistan. We are engaging in War in Libya. One of our biggest allies in Japan is literally having a melt down after a major natural disaster, and this is just a short list of things going on in the World right now...
What is Joe up to???
You know...hanging out with the Yankees of course in sunny warm Tampa, FL.
I was under the impression that Joe was the VP, given all of his Foreign Relations background. Seems like it would be a good time to use some of that expertise. Instead, he is going around touting a plan for a $50B Super Railroad.
And people were afraid of Sarah Palin as the VP...Great choice America. You should be proud of yourself.
What a moron!
24 March 2011
Hybrids
I was headed outbound on a major highway last evening, and in the 2nd lane from the left, as the far left lane was the HOV lane.
I like to look to see how many "cheaters" there are in the HOV lane.
I was surprised to see none last night, as there are often many cheaters.
One thing I did notice is that Hybrids, which are allowed in the HOV lane with only 1 person, are dominated by Toyota. I guess I never really payed attention to it, but nearly every hybrid I saw was a Toyota, with the occasional Honda.
I like to look to see how many "cheaters" there are in the HOV lane.
I was surprised to see none last night, as there are often many cheaters.
One thing I did notice is that Hybrids, which are allowed in the HOV lane with only 1 person, are dominated by Toyota. I guess I never really payed attention to it, but nearly every hybrid I saw was a Toyota, with the occasional Honda.
23 March 2011
30 for 30
This series is unmatched.
I am only a little bit through the Fab 5 episode, and I am hooked. While I understand that each is written and directed by someone different, they all share the common thread of being great stories, and stories behind the stories.
Each has the ability to show the impact of their story on current culture, world news, or even a turning point in sports.
I have especially liked the episodes on SMU Football, The Columbian Soccer Team, and Mike Tyson and Tupac.
I can only imagine what is to come!
I am only a little bit through the Fab 5 episode, and I am hooked. While I understand that each is written and directed by someone different, they all share the common thread of being great stories, and stories behind the stories.
Each has the ability to show the impact of their story on current culture, world news, or even a turning point in sports.
I have especially liked the episodes on SMU Football, The Columbian Soccer Team, and Mike Tyson and Tupac.
I can only imagine what is to come!
18 March 2011
CBS Sportsline
I have CBS Sportsline bookmarked, but I am fairly confident that I only use this site during March Madness.
I am sure it does a good job of reporting, and writing columns, and providing a "be-all, end-all" repository of data, but doesn't everyone just use ESPN?
Am I the only one who feels that way?
I am sure it does a good job of reporting, and writing columns, and providing a "be-all, end-all" repository of data, but doesn't everyone just use ESPN?
Am I the only one who feels that way?
17 March 2011
Expect It!
This is the tag line for the upcoming 2011 Washington Nationals season.
I, like most people in Washington would love them to be a great team this year. I am not really a big baseball fan, but at least my expectations are tempered that we are probably another sub-500 team this year.
Which brings me back to "Expect It"
What am I to expect?
I, like most people in Washington would love them to be a great team this year. I am not really a big baseball fan, but at least my expectations are tempered that we are probably another sub-500 team this year.
Which brings me back to "Expect It"
What am I to expect?
- Stephen Strassburg coming back...Nope!
- A Starting Rotation that will have at least a 15 game winner...Nope!
- A strong bullpen....Nope!
- Consistent Defense...Nope!
- Other Injuries...Probably!
I hope we are good...but at least the blind faith I have in the Redskins every year is not present with the Nats...
Maybe TR will win a Presidents race this year...Probably not though!
10 March 2011
The Instant Message From My Wife...
exact text as follows:
- Another sign we are doing a great job as parents...
- I'm making the bed and our son is playing with the iPad, yelling "$hit, $hit" at it when it doesn't do what he wants
I can hardly imagine where he gets it from!
07 March 2011
Tim Pawlenty
I read a conservative magazine called National Review. In the most recent issue, they highlighted the candidancy of former Minnesota Gov Tim Pawlenty. While I dont know a whole lot about this guy...the following excerpt I think says a lot about, "the field"
"Pawlenty is more electable that Palin, who is on the wrong end of a two-to-one split in public opinion; or Huckabee, who has never demonstrated any ability to win votes from non-evangelical voters; or Gingrich, who has enough baggage to open a Louis Vuitton store: or Haley Barbour, who, as a former lobbyist for tobacco companies and the governor of Mississippi, combines several Republican sterotypes to damaging effect. Electability would probably hand Pawlenty the nomination in a one-to-one race against any of these contenders. He would probably beat Romney in a head-to-head race, too. [He then goes on to give 5 reasons why he will beat Romeny]"
Barring something major happening, I think Obama might be back for 4 more years. Scary thought!
"Pawlenty is more electable that Palin, who is on the wrong end of a two-to-one split in public opinion; or Huckabee, who has never demonstrated any ability to win votes from non-evangelical voters; or Gingrich, who has enough baggage to open a Louis Vuitton store: or Haley Barbour, who, as a former lobbyist for tobacco companies and the governor of Mississippi, combines several Republican sterotypes to damaging effect. Electability would probably hand Pawlenty the nomination in a one-to-one race against any of these contenders. He would probably beat Romney in a head-to-head race, too. [He then goes on to give 5 reasons why he will beat Romeny]"
Barring something major happening, I think Obama might be back for 4 more years. Scary thought!
01 March 2011
My Monday
- I dealt with my 1st "tornado warning" and had to be "evacuated" to the 1st floor of my 3 story office building in Huntsville. In a tornado, if it cleans out a building...why do I want to be on the ground floor, as it all comes toppling down on me. I either want to be in an underground shelter, or on the top floor.
- I had the pleasure of watching the Today Show interview with Charlie Sheen. What a delight! He is so messed up, it is past unfortunate, and has moved to laughable. I am so excited to find a break and watch the follow-up from today's interview
- I saw "Just Go With It" last night. This is the movie with Adam Sandler, Jennifer Anniston, and Brooklyn Decker. While the movie (like often is the case with Sandler movies) was about 10-15 minutes to long, but hilarious nonetheless. I came away from the movie thinking that Brooklyn Decker is deserving of an Oscar. OK...that might be a stretch, but she is unbelievable looking!
- After getting back from the movie...I watched Real Sports interview with Mike Tyson...what does he do with all of his free time, living on the outskirts of Vegas...he plays with Pigeons!
- WHAT A DAY!!!
25 February 2011
The Office
has become a BAD television show...
No 2 ways about it.
It is not funny, the writing is stale, and overall, they are not using the characters as they should:
No 2 ways about it.
It is not funny, the writing is stale, and overall, they are not using the characters as they should:
- Andy is funny when he sings
- Creed is funny when he is creepy
- Meredith is funny when she is drunk
- Gabe is funny when he is annoying
- etc. etc. etc.
The coming of Will Ferrel is needed!
23 February 2011
Pride in Where You Live!
You know those white oval bumper stickers, that have letters that show your affection for where you live. As an example, OBX = The Outer Banks, or ACK = Nantucket, or OC = Ocean City.
I think these are the most well known. Well I came across one today I had not seen.
SR
I crept closer and closer, only to see that it said on the bottom, South Riding, VA.
1. If you have to have what the initials stand for at the bottom...no one knows anything about your town.
2. Do you really have pride in South Riding, VA, a town that has crept up in the last 15 years, as part of the expansion of Washington...
Come on...get a grip!
EDIT: My apologies to the author of the anonymous comment...I think all of the white oval bumper stickers are rediculous...regardless of where it represents!
I think these are the most well known. Well I came across one today I had not seen.
SR
I crept closer and closer, only to see that it said on the bottom, South Riding, VA.
1. If you have to have what the initials stand for at the bottom...no one knows anything about your town.
2. Do you really have pride in South Riding, VA, a town that has crept up in the last 15 years, as part of the expansion of Washington...
Come on...get a grip!
EDIT: My apologies to the author of the anonymous comment...I think all of the white oval bumper stickers are rediculous...regardless of where it represents!
21 February 2011
I am Quite The Handy Man
I fixed a toilet this weekend. We had a leak between the tank and the bowl.
I took it apart. Replaced the bolts, the nuts, the gaskets, and the washers. Put it back together, and voila...$6.50 later and 30 minutes of effort.
No plumber needed.
Feelin pretty good about myself!
If this whole consulting thing doesn't work out, I can let my a$$ crack hang out, while fixin toilets!
I took it apart. Replaced the bolts, the nuts, the gaskets, and the washers. Put it back together, and voila...$6.50 later and 30 minutes of effort.
No plumber needed.
Feelin pretty good about myself!
If this whole consulting thing doesn't work out, I can let my a$$ crack hang out, while fixin toilets!
17 February 2011
Pissed Off!
I went to Starbux this morning, and, as is somewhat standard, had to wait a minute or 2 for a parking spot. No big deal at all.
That was until a car, driven by what appeared to be a normal looking 25 year old male, pulled around me and into the Handicap spot.
He strolled on in, and strolled on out, without a care in the world. There were no Handicap markings on the car.
This pisses me off, as those spots are there for a reason, not for when the lot is full.
What is one to do?
That was until a car, driven by what appeared to be a normal looking 25 year old male, pulled around me and into the Handicap spot.
He strolled on in, and strolled on out, without a care in the world. There were no Handicap markings on the car.
This pisses me off, as those spots are there for a reason, not for when the lot is full.
What is one to do?
14 February 2011
VOLT Restaurant
The wife and I had the opportunity to dine at VOLT restaurant last Thurs. This restaurant was made famous, by Chef Bryan Voltaggio of Top Chef. Here is what we had:
1st Course:
1st Course:
- clam chowder mock root vegetables, dehydrated bacon, california osetra (ME)
- cherry glen farm goat cheese ravioli butternut squash, maitake mushrooms, toasted pumpkin seed, celeriac (WIFE)
2nd Course:
- red wattle pork belly calypso beans, petite turnips, mustard seeds, mostarda (WE EACH HAD THIS)
Main Course:
- Maine lobster black forbidden rice, celery root, carrot tarragon vinaigrette (ME)
- pineland farms strip loin gratin of beef cheek and potato, sorghum glazed turnips, pearl onion, petit carrots, rutabaga (WIFE)
DESSERT (Shared):
- Apple gala apple and walnut cake, bourbon poached apples, macon apple butter, dulce de leche ice cream
- Textures of chocolate ganache, chocolate caramel, pistachio, raw organic cocoa
The final touch, which I really liked was when we left, they gave each of a coffee cake to enjoy in the AM.
Overall, a very enjoyable experience...will not rush to get back!
10 February 2011
Awkward Valentines
So my wife made a whole bunch of cupcakes for a number of events, to include my child's pre-school Valentines day party...
We had a dozen left, and instead of plowing through them (my choice), my wife suggested I pass them out at work.
My co-workers were very appreciative of the freshly made cupcakes, however, it brought me screaming back to my childhood days of those awkward moments when you were about 8 years old, and you were trying to figure out which the least weird valentines cards would go to the guys in your class, because it was required you give one to everyone...
We had a dozen left, and instead of plowing through them (my choice), my wife suggested I pass them out at work.
My co-workers were very appreciative of the freshly made cupcakes, however, it brought me screaming back to my childhood days of those awkward moments when you were about 8 years old, and you were trying to figure out which the least weird valentines cards would go to the guys in your class, because it was required you give one to everyone...
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