Boy, that sure has a sweeeet sound, doesn't it? The Yankees finish the sweep of the Twins and along with it clinch the A.L. East crown. 7 straight! Hell yes!
They did it at home with a walk off home run by Bernie Williams. Pretty fitting way to complete the first step on the journey to the World Series.
To all you naysayers out there - HA! To all you boo hoo fair weather fans - HA! To all the crybabies that talked down the pitching staff - HA!
And a very special shout out to the self proclaimed 'best team' up there in Boston - HA! I sense your pain. It makes me smile.
Geez it's great to be a Yankee!!!
Thursday, September 30, 2004
The Magic Number Is 1
Yesterday was a great day for The Yankees for many reasons. They beat the Twins twice, the Rays whipped the Red Sux (HA!) and as a result the 'magic number' for winning the division title was reduced from 4 to 1. Awesome day!
Highlights included: Matsui homers in both games, A-Rod triples in the first game and homers in the second, Jeter went 4/9 with 2 doubles and a stolen base and played awesome defense. His pick and throw from the hole in the second game had Ford (Twins LF) smiling in disbelief.
Another high point of the day was Princess Pedro getting whipped for the 4th time in a row and a transplanted Yankee helped. Tino Martinez went 3/4 in the Rays win over Pedro including a game busting 3 run homer in the 8th. Tino, we miss you! Thanks for the assist.
One more win and the Yanks have their 7th consecutive A.L. East title and 3rd straight 100 win season. Sweet! Ain't it great to be a Yankee!
Highlights included: Matsui homers in both games, A-Rod triples in the first game and homers in the second, Jeter went 4/9 with 2 doubles and a stolen base and played awesome defense. His pick and throw from the hole in the second game had Ford (Twins LF) smiling in disbelief.
Another high point of the day was Princess Pedro getting whipped for the 4th time in a row and a transplanted Yankee helped. Tino Martinez went 3/4 in the Rays win over Pedro including a game busting 3 run homer in the 8th. Tino, we miss you! Thanks for the assist.
One more win and the Yanks have their 7th consecutive A.L. East title and 3rd straight 100 win season. Sweet! Ain't it great to be a Yankee!
Tuesday, September 28, 2004
Relationships - Part 3
This is part 3 of the huge post on relationships. (See the 'Relationships' post of 9/25/04 for part 2 and 9/23/04 for part 1.) I believe with editing I can finally finish this thing up with part 4.
Sometimes things happen in a relationship that cause tremendous stress and, handled badly, lead to one partner or both resenting or even hating the other. This eventual hating of each other doesn't make sense to me. No matter what happens, at one time the two involved liked many things the other had to offer. More so than the things they didn't like. That's how relationships start. You find someone you are attracted to for whatever reason, you evaluate the things you like and/or don't like, and the relationship progresses if the good stuff outweighs the bad. (There's always going to be things you like and dislike about almost anyone you meet. Pretending 'It's all good' is silly.) Unless it's based on sex alone, which is fun, but more like a shooting star. It quickly fades away. But to end up in a situation where hatred comes along, that's really sad. What happened to all the good stuff you liked in the first place? Is it all gone? Doubtful. But strong emotions can cloud a clear head, and some situations end up all emotion.
Sometimes in a relationship matters of the heart become secondary issues. Like one that is well established. Comfortable. It gets to be more of a businesslike partnership than a romantic entity. I think this is the most common state of things. People get into ruts. Most people like guaranteed routines, few surprises, knowing what the course of life is. This situation can be a romance killer. And romance shouldn't be left to die off. (Are you listening, guy's? Yes I believe we are the biggest culprits.) This situation is where I think a new system should be put in place. Maybe we should have marriage contracts. The kind where you re-evaluate the situation every 5 years, and if it isn't what you want, end it. No fuss, no muss. Or you can love the situation and renew the contract for another 5 years. You could add in plans and goals that will be in writing so you can ensure at least an attempt to keep things fresh. Like, a trip to the Bahamas within a year. Adding a new kid in 3 years... Stuff like that. I bet the lawyers wouldn't like that idea. No messy, lucrative divorces to be enjoyed. (Let's not get started on lawyers. My opinion has been well documented. Posted 8/11/04.)
To be continued.....
Sometimes things happen in a relationship that cause tremendous stress and, handled badly, lead to one partner or both resenting or even hating the other. This eventual hating of each other doesn't make sense to me. No matter what happens, at one time the two involved liked many things the other had to offer. More so than the things they didn't like. That's how relationships start. You find someone you are attracted to for whatever reason, you evaluate the things you like and/or don't like, and the relationship progresses if the good stuff outweighs the bad. (There's always going to be things you like and dislike about almost anyone you meet. Pretending 'It's all good' is silly.) Unless it's based on sex alone, which is fun, but more like a shooting star. It quickly fades away. But to end up in a situation where hatred comes along, that's really sad. What happened to all the good stuff you liked in the first place? Is it all gone? Doubtful. But strong emotions can cloud a clear head, and some situations end up all emotion.
Sometimes in a relationship matters of the heart become secondary issues. Like one that is well established. Comfortable. It gets to be more of a businesslike partnership than a romantic entity. I think this is the most common state of things. People get into ruts. Most people like guaranteed routines, few surprises, knowing what the course of life is. This situation can be a romance killer. And romance shouldn't be left to die off. (Are you listening, guy's? Yes I believe we are the biggest culprits.) This situation is where I think a new system should be put in place. Maybe we should have marriage contracts. The kind where you re-evaluate the situation every 5 years, and if it isn't what you want, end it. No fuss, no muss. Or you can love the situation and renew the contract for another 5 years. You could add in plans and goals that will be in writing so you can ensure at least an attempt to keep things fresh. Like, a trip to the Bahamas within a year. Adding a new kid in 3 years... Stuff like that. I bet the lawyers wouldn't like that idea. No messy, lucrative divorces to be enjoyed. (Let's not get started on lawyers. My opinion has been well documented. Posted 8/11/04.)
To be continued.....
I've Seen The B Team In Action
For the past few nights on my way home, one of the roads I travel has been under construction. This is a small 2-lane road off the highway. Well, I've noticed that when I get onto the newly paved stretch of road, it gets pretty rough. That seemed odd to me, as the team of road workers has been working diligently to finish the job. Hmmm. So I decided to investigate this phenomenon.
When I checked out the new paving I noticed it was not so smooth. It had many nooks and crannies in the surface. Kind of looked like those pictures of the Moon's surface. This sure didn't resemble the job the highway pavers do. It just so happens part of the stretch of highway I travel in the morning is also being paved right now and that new stretch is pretty smooth. Hmmm.
This leads me to the only possible conclusion I can come up with; the highway pavers are the A Team and the back road pavers are the B Team. Maybe they separate the more experienced pavers from the scrubs like the high schools do for sports. They have a Varsity team for the athletic superheroes and a Junior Varsity team for the not quite so good athletes. That's what the highway people must do. The Highway team must be like the Varsity and the back road team is working hard to make the Varsity team. Once they get the knack for making a smooth road, they get promoted and get to do highway jobs. I'll bet they get pretty excited when they hit the big time, out there on some highway. Only thing that sucks is we have to put up with the rough B Team back roads until they get the system down. Oh well. Maybe the A Team will come over and help the B Team smooth out their rough paving job and everyone will live happily ever after.
When I checked out the new paving I noticed it was not so smooth. It had many nooks and crannies in the surface. Kind of looked like those pictures of the Moon's surface. This sure didn't resemble the job the highway pavers do. It just so happens part of the stretch of highway I travel in the morning is also being paved right now and that new stretch is pretty smooth. Hmmm.
This leads me to the only possible conclusion I can come up with; the highway pavers are the A Team and the back road pavers are the B Team. Maybe they separate the more experienced pavers from the scrubs like the high schools do for sports. They have a Varsity team for the athletic superheroes and a Junior Varsity team for the not quite so good athletes. That's what the highway people must do. The Highway team must be like the Varsity and the back road team is working hard to make the Varsity team. Once they get the knack for making a smooth road, they get promoted and get to do highway jobs. I'll bet they get pretty excited when they hit the big time, out there on some highway. Only thing that sucks is we have to put up with the rough B Team back roads until they get the system down. Oh well. Maybe the A Team will come over and help the B Team smooth out their rough paving job and everyone will live happily ever after.
Monday, September 27, 2004
Why Do We Do What We Do?
I was in one of our equipment storage rooms today and I saw a piece of equipment with a tag that said "Do Not Touch", and that the equipment was being used for something. Now, this was a storage room, the thing wasn't even plugged in, and I didn't care for the tone of the tag. So, of course, I touched it. With just one finger. Just because. And no one was there to see me do it.
It's not that this equipment is anything special. On occasion I've picked it up to move it. I've pushed it around. I've helped use it. Nope, it was the tag telling me not to touch it. And just touching it with a single finger was quite satisfying, I have to say. A small victory of some sort for me.
This started me thinking about some of the stuff we do when we are alone or there is virtually no way someone will catch us doing it. (Except if we write it down in a blog, of course.) Like walking past a mirror, having it catch your eye and stepping back just long enough to make a goofy face in it. Who hasn't done that?
Or how about going around a corner while hopping on one foot a la Dagwood Bumstead. Or pausing mid way around the corner on one foot, posing for a split second and doing a quick 90° kick to end up in the direction you want to go before moving on. It’s fun, if you aren’t caught.
Sometimes we do even more risky things, like walking behind someone and imitating their walk. Or cruising along the highway pretending we are an Indy driver, complete with the sound effects. Someone in another car may see that one, if you are demonstrative enough. And how about talking to the plants? I talk to many things, actually. Especially the PC screen and TV screen.
I guess the list of goofy things people do could go on and on. Maybe it’s a way of keeping their sanity? Personally, I have a good time with my ‘secret’ life. The kid in me likes to feel like I've gotten away with something sometimes. I’m no Walter Mitty, but occasionally it’s fun to escape, even for a few seconds.
It's not that this equipment is anything special. On occasion I've picked it up to move it. I've pushed it around. I've helped use it. Nope, it was the tag telling me not to touch it. And just touching it with a single finger was quite satisfying, I have to say. A small victory of some sort for me.
This started me thinking about some of the stuff we do when we are alone or there is virtually no way someone will catch us doing it. (Except if we write it down in a blog, of course.) Like walking past a mirror, having it catch your eye and stepping back just long enough to make a goofy face in it. Who hasn't done that?
Or how about going around a corner while hopping on one foot a la Dagwood Bumstead. Or pausing mid way around the corner on one foot, posing for a split second and doing a quick 90° kick to end up in the direction you want to go before moving on. It’s fun, if you aren’t caught.
Sometimes we do even more risky things, like walking behind someone and imitating their walk. Or cruising along the highway pretending we are an Indy driver, complete with the sound effects. Someone in another car may see that one, if you are demonstrative enough. And how about talking to the plants? I talk to many things, actually. Especially the PC screen and TV screen.
I guess the list of goofy things people do could go on and on. Maybe it’s a way of keeping their sanity? Personally, I have a good time with my ‘secret’ life. The kid in me likes to feel like I've gotten away with something sometimes. I’m no Walter Mitty, but occasionally it’s fun to escape, even for a few seconds.
The Highwayman Revisited.....
.....or the continuing sagas of the morning commute...
This morning we find our hero, The Highwayman, traveling his well known, perilous route of destiny when suddenly, from his peripheral vision there appears a blinding flash of light and color. Without warning the feared enemy of the road known as Lenny Lanechanger has appeared from the nether-regions and overtaken the Highwayman. With barely inches to spare, Lenny Lanechanger darts into our hero's path and immediately begins a controlled reduction of speed designed to infuriate even the most gentle of spirits. Especially annoying is the fact that there are few other vehicles around, so this disruption of the steady commute is unnecessary.
Undaunted and with his customary cool, calm demeanor, our hero patiently waits for his chance as the inevitable succession of lane changes that Lenny is famous for begins. As there is now a giant tanker truck to his right and grassy oblivion to his left, the Highwayman really has no alternative but to proceed as always; straight ahead, steady course. Why Lenny wastes his time and energy is the mystery that entertains our hero's thoughts this morning. He doesn't get any further ahead. Strange.
As the small group of now tightly packed road racer wannabes round the curve leading onto the main highway, Lenny decides he can change lanes several times in succession in an attempt to circumvent the crowd, causing flashes of tail-lights and most likely tempers. Seeing his opportunity, the Highwayman calmly slams his highway racer into 5th (an advantage to having 6 gears) and accelerates past the now dumbfounded and distressed Lenny Lanechanger. Unable to keep up with our hero, Lenny quickly becomes no more than a pair of dimming lights in the rearview mirror, no longer to be a pain this day. With a sneer on his lips and a happy glint in his eye, The Highwayman cruises the remaining miles in peace, the cruise control locked on and functioning at maximum efficiency.
Exiting the highway our hero once again feels the calm satisfaction of surviving the dreaded morning commute. Once again defeating the enemies on the road, the Highwayman prepares to face the day knowing he has a momentary respite from the enemies of the highway, until the next time..........
Tune in again next week for the continuing saga of, The Morning Commute.
This morning we find our hero, The Highwayman, traveling his well known, perilous route of destiny when suddenly, from his peripheral vision there appears a blinding flash of light and color. Without warning the feared enemy of the road known as Lenny Lanechanger has appeared from the nether-regions and overtaken the Highwayman. With barely inches to spare, Lenny Lanechanger darts into our hero's path and immediately begins a controlled reduction of speed designed to infuriate even the most gentle of spirits. Especially annoying is the fact that there are few other vehicles around, so this disruption of the steady commute is unnecessary.
Undaunted and with his customary cool, calm demeanor, our hero patiently waits for his chance as the inevitable succession of lane changes that Lenny is famous for begins. As there is now a giant tanker truck to his right and grassy oblivion to his left, the Highwayman really has no alternative but to proceed as always; straight ahead, steady course. Why Lenny wastes his time and energy is the mystery that entertains our hero's thoughts this morning. He doesn't get any further ahead. Strange.
As the small group of now tightly packed road racer wannabes round the curve leading onto the main highway, Lenny decides he can change lanes several times in succession in an attempt to circumvent the crowd, causing flashes of tail-lights and most likely tempers. Seeing his opportunity, the Highwayman calmly slams his highway racer into 5th (an advantage to having 6 gears) and accelerates past the now dumbfounded and distressed Lenny Lanechanger. Unable to keep up with our hero, Lenny quickly becomes no more than a pair of dimming lights in the rearview mirror, no longer to be a pain this day. With a sneer on his lips and a happy glint in his eye, The Highwayman cruises the remaining miles in peace, the cruise control locked on and functioning at maximum efficiency.
Exiting the highway our hero once again feels the calm satisfaction of surviving the dreaded morning commute. Once again defeating the enemies on the road, the Highwayman prepares to face the day knowing he has a momentary respite from the enemies of the highway, until the next time..........
Tune in again next week for the continuing saga of, The Morning Commute.
Sunday, September 26, 2004
Much Ado About Nothing
Turns out the much anticipated final 6 games between the Yankees and those other guys from Beantown ended up a draw. After winning 2 of 3 last week, then beating Pedro (HA!) again Friday, I thought the Yanks could grab an edge this month. Turns out they couldn't pull it off. We played 6, won 3. We spanked them twice, got spanked twice. Oh well.
Kevin Brown sure looked rusty. Actually he looked a little tentative. Maybe he's a little shy about the hand injury. Harold Reynolds (Baseball Tonight) was explaining that his follow-through wasn't complete, like he was favoring the hand. That would explain the lack of sink on Kevin's sinker. He'll get one more start to prove he's ready for postseason. Better make it good.
So the pre-game anxiety was for naught. But I did get to see the Yankees on ESPN. Didn't have to listen to the Yankee haters on Fox or Comcast. And we really didn't lose ground this past week. With a lot fewer games to go, that suits me OK.
Kevin Brown sure looked rusty. Actually he looked a little tentative. Maybe he's a little shy about the hand injury. Harold Reynolds (Baseball Tonight) was explaining that his follow-through wasn't complete, like he was favoring the hand. That would explain the lack of sink on Kevin's sinker. He'll get one more start to prove he's ready for postseason. Better make it good.
So the pre-game anxiety was for naught. But I did get to see the Yankees on ESPN. Didn't have to listen to the Yankee haters on Fox or Comcast. And we really didn't lose ground this past week. With a lot fewer games to go, that suits me OK.
And So I Wait, If Not Patiently.....
Just sitting around, semi-patiently waiting for the Yankees - Red Sux game. Kevin Brown is back today, just 3 weeks after surgery on his hand. Hey Kevin, no stupidity today, OK? Win or lose, we need you for the playoffs. Actually I've accomplished much this morning in anticipation of this afternoon's game. Don't want to feel guilty.
Nope, I'm not a 'typical guy' in that I barely notice the Football season has started while Baseball is still ongoing. Even then, Football doesn't hold my attention well. And after Football is over, there are no sports I can get too excited about. I play Golf (I guess what I do sort of resembles Golf in a way), but watching it is boring. Hockey and Basketball are pretty much the bottom of the barrel to me. Maybe a little Tennis. Truth is, I anticipate the beginning of the next Baseball season immediately after the World Series is over. All the rest is not too interesting to me.
I sometimes wonder what drives the 'gung ho super sportsman types'. Men and women can get that way. Mostly men I think, but I've known women like that. You know, the "If it's a sport, it's super cool!" type. I don't get that. After Baseball is done, I use the time for other hobbies that have been set aside, like movies, art projects, stuff like that. It's nice that Major League Baseball takes a 5 month break. That way I can too. Thanks guys. I know you do it just for me.
Sheesh!
Nope, I'm not a 'typical guy' in that I barely notice the Football season has started while Baseball is still ongoing. Even then, Football doesn't hold my attention well. And after Football is over, there are no sports I can get too excited about. I play Golf (I guess what I do sort of resembles Golf in a way), but watching it is boring. Hockey and Basketball are pretty much the bottom of the barrel to me. Maybe a little Tennis. Truth is, I anticipate the beginning of the next Baseball season immediately after the World Series is over. All the rest is not too interesting to me.
I sometimes wonder what drives the 'gung ho super sportsman types'. Men and women can get that way. Mostly men I think, but I've known women like that. You know, the "If it's a sport, it's super cool!" type. I don't get that. After Baseball is done, I use the time for other hobbies that have been set aside, like movies, art projects, stuff like that. It's nice that Major League Baseball takes a 5 month break. That way I can too. Thanks guys. I know you do it just for me.
Sheesh!
Saturday, September 25, 2004
Relationships - Part 2
This is part 2 of the huge post on relationships. (See the 'Relationships' post of 9/23/04 for an explanation.)
I think the hardest thing humans try to accomplish is being monogamous. I've never been truly convinced of the theory that monogamy is the 'way we were meant to live'. Maybe monogamy is contrary to true human nature. Perhaps we weren't meant to be with just one person. Almost anyone who claims they are completely satisfied with a single love interest all their lives isn't very honest. (Pay attention, I said ALMOST anyone.) If that were true, the percentage of committed people dabbling in the world of infidelity wouldn't be skyrocketing. According to estimates I've found via Internet searching, at least 50% of married men and 35 to 40% of women have had or are contemplating affairs. (This number is the people that respond honestly to polls.) The rate of women stepping out is rising briskly comparing the rate from a 1994 study that put the number at 17 to 20%. The divorce rate is about 50%, depending on where you get your stats.
We start out with so many plans. Such high hopes. I don't think people intend to be rotten to each other, but it sure happens a lot. Then, suddenly, the most special person you've ever met has become the most hated person you've ever known. That’s a sad state of affairs. (Pardon the pun.) A relationship can go from something amazing to something unbearable, real quick. If people were capable of being very honest and communicating very well, I think a lot of grief could be avoided. Being unafraid to talk about anything and everything is an amazing accomplishment. But I believe it is rare.
Let's face it; rarely do two people grow in the same direction. Especially people that get together young. The younger a couple is, generally speaking, the more chance of growing in different directions. Then the relationship becomes a hindrance to personal growth, and conflict arises. I personally feel like any relationship, good or bad, is a hindrance to the core individual in some way. How the pair deal with the inherent restrictions is a key to their future.
To be continued.....
I think the hardest thing humans try to accomplish is being monogamous. I've never been truly convinced of the theory that monogamy is the 'way we were meant to live'. Maybe monogamy is contrary to true human nature. Perhaps we weren't meant to be with just one person. Almost anyone who claims they are completely satisfied with a single love interest all their lives isn't very honest. (Pay attention, I said ALMOST anyone.) If that were true, the percentage of committed people dabbling in the world of infidelity wouldn't be skyrocketing. According to estimates I've found via Internet searching, at least 50% of married men and 35 to 40% of women have had or are contemplating affairs. (This number is the people that respond honestly to polls.) The rate of women stepping out is rising briskly comparing the rate from a 1994 study that put the number at 17 to 20%. The divorce rate is about 50%, depending on where you get your stats.
We start out with so many plans. Such high hopes. I don't think people intend to be rotten to each other, but it sure happens a lot. Then, suddenly, the most special person you've ever met has become the most hated person you've ever known. That’s a sad state of affairs. (Pardon the pun.) A relationship can go from something amazing to something unbearable, real quick. If people were capable of being very honest and communicating very well, I think a lot of grief could be avoided. Being unafraid to talk about anything and everything is an amazing accomplishment. But I believe it is rare.
Let's face it; rarely do two people grow in the same direction. Especially people that get together young. The younger a couple is, generally speaking, the more chance of growing in different directions. Then the relationship becomes a hindrance to personal growth, and conflict arises. I personally feel like any relationship, good or bad, is a hindrance to the core individual in some way. How the pair deal with the inherent restrictions is a key to their future.
To be continued.....
Friday, September 24, 2004
Hellava Game!
That was a great ballgame! As always, the best part was whipping Princess Pedro. (Thanks to Shannon for that suitable nickname.) Hideki was the hero tonight, getting the go ahead home run off Pedro AND the double to put the boys up by 2.
The Yanks are 5.5 games ahead with 7 to go. The countdown to the division championship has begun. Tomorrow could be sweeeeet!
The Yanks are 5.5 games ahead with 7 to go. The countdown to the division championship has begun. Tomorrow could be sweeeeet!
Team Appreciation Time
I was catching up on the Yankees in the blogosphere this morning and one theme has come through, appreciation of the Yankees 10th straight trip to the playoff season. When you think about it, it's quite an accomplishment. Other than the Braves (Bleech!) what other team can you count on to perform at such a high level consistently over the years? None. And the aforementioned team is just recent history. Not tradition like the Yankees.
So now let's take a moment to stop and appreciate this years Yankees for another great season. Here's the moment.....
We now can get on with the job of winning the division. Let's not let down for a second. The Yanks won't.
By the way, for those out there who aren't Yankees (No, I don't understand) thanks for taking this moment with us. Whether you planned on it or not, we thank you for the pause of appreciation you've just participated in. Was it good for you?
So now let's take a moment to stop and appreciate this years Yankees for another great season. Here's the moment.....
We now can get on with the job of winning the division. Let's not let down for a second. The Yanks won't.
By the way, for those out there who aren't Yankees (No, I don't understand) thanks for taking this moment with us. Whether you planned on it or not, we thank you for the pause of appreciation you've just participated in. Was it good for you?
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Relationships - Part 1
First, an explanation: About a month ago I started to write down my thoughts about relationships. This thought process was started for several reasons, some of which I'll detail, some not. Initially I intended to post this thing once and be done with it. Problem was, it got too big. Huge. I guess I have more than a few opinions on the subject. So, I intend to break down the original monster sized post into several smaller ones. Hopefully there will be some discussion on each part and then the next will come. So, without further ado.....
I have 2 friends who don't particularly like each other. That's not usually a big deal, but they are also married to each other. They go through the motions pretty well, but it shows. Nicci and I visited with them recently and it is showing more and more. They snipe each other almost constantly. And it's the kind of situation where one talks bad about the other behind their back. I guess to get a sympathy vote or something. It's a bit stressful for those of us put in the position of riding the fence, so to speak.
This started me thinking about relationships in general. It seems like no matter how passionate, exciting, romantic and/or all consuming they start, they always cool off. Sometimes a lot. Sometimes not so much. Usually enough that one of the 2 involved people end up offended, disgruntled, feeling alone. You get the drift.
At first a relationship is the best. The anticipation of knowing you are going to see her/him. Butterflies in the stomach kind of feeling. The romantic notions just don't stop. The daydreaming about things you just can't wait to share. The passion. When it's new, the passion is the most intense. The anticipation of seeing each other can be overwhelming.
The problem is, time passes and you get to know each other well, maybe too well. This is where the realization of what's going on pops up. The future is staring you in the face. This is where decisions have to be made. Honest decisions. Honest evaluations. And this is where some of us (I've done it.) miss the boat. We need to think with the head and the heart to honestly decide if this person is 'the one' for us. It's a nice romantic thing to believe that love conquers all, but let me tell you the truth, that's a load of crap. Don't buy into the sappy cliches too easily. They could jump up and bite you good. Sometimes what seems like a perfect match just isn't. And sometimes we won't, don't and/or can't see the truth. Without honestly looking the relationship over and not being afraid to be honest with each other about what is going on, you end up where my friends are now, together, but miserable.
To be continued.....
I have 2 friends who don't particularly like each other. That's not usually a big deal, but they are also married to each other. They go through the motions pretty well, but it shows. Nicci and I visited with them recently and it is showing more and more. They snipe each other almost constantly. And it's the kind of situation where one talks bad about the other behind their back. I guess to get a sympathy vote or something. It's a bit stressful for those of us put in the position of riding the fence, so to speak.
This started me thinking about relationships in general. It seems like no matter how passionate, exciting, romantic and/or all consuming they start, they always cool off. Sometimes a lot. Sometimes not so much. Usually enough that one of the 2 involved people end up offended, disgruntled, feeling alone. You get the drift.
At first a relationship is the best. The anticipation of knowing you are going to see her/him. Butterflies in the stomach kind of feeling. The romantic notions just don't stop. The daydreaming about things you just can't wait to share. The passion. When it's new, the passion is the most intense. The anticipation of seeing each other can be overwhelming.
The problem is, time passes and you get to know each other well, maybe too well. This is where the realization of what's going on pops up. The future is staring you in the face. This is where decisions have to be made. Honest decisions. Honest evaluations. And this is where some of us (I've done it.) miss the boat. We need to think with the head and the heart to honestly decide if this person is 'the one' for us. It's a nice romantic thing to believe that love conquers all, but let me tell you the truth, that's a load of crap. Don't buy into the sappy cliches too easily. They could jump up and bite you good. Sometimes what seems like a perfect match just isn't. And sometimes we won't, don't and/or can't see the truth. Without honestly looking the relationship over and not being afraid to be honest with each other about what is going on, you end up where my friends are now, together, but miserable.
To be continued.....
Yankees Win, Hello Post-season!
The Yankees 7-3 win over the Devil Rays today sends them into the post-season for the 10th straight time. Can you believe it? 10 straight years of playoff baseball! I guess I never doubted this team, though they have given me the heebie-jeebies from time to time. And check out Derek Jeter, going 3-4 with a home run! The Captain keeps rolling.
It's time right now to enjoy the moment. Tomorrow starts the drive for the division title. We get another crack at the Butt Sox with the division pretty much on the line. (Not quite, but close enough.)This could end up being the ALCS team matchup. Good time to warm up the ass kicking boots, eh?
It's time right now to enjoy the moment. Tomorrow starts the drive for the division title. We get another crack at the Butt Sox with the division pretty much on the line. (Not quite, but close enough.)This could end up being the ALCS team matchup. Good time to warm up the ass kicking boots, eh?
So Money Can't Buy Happiness.....
What a crock! here's an example: Donald Trump is engaged to Melania Knauss.
I was stunned to see a picture of these two together. (Yeah, I'm behind a bit.) Now, can you tell me that this amazingly beautiful, very successful well educated woman would look twice at 'The Donald' if he weren't an uber successful real estate billionaire? I doubt she would look twice if he wasn't. She's 24 years his junior. Please!
Now, I'm not begrudging him his success. He has definitely earned everything he's got. And if that leads to his hooking up with someone like Melania, that's pretty cool. Check out this quote: "When we walk into a restaurant, I watch grown men weep."
-Donald Trump, on the effect beauty Melania Knauss has on other people.
I believe you, brother.
It's the crap about money not buying happiness I don't agree with. I think it's a line made up by the rich to try to help out those of us less fortunate. You know, ease the strain a bit. Sometimes it even works, a little.
Maybe money can't buy true happiness, but I bet it helps to find it. Without money worries, you sure would have enough time to check into the issue at least. And even if money can just rent happiness a while, I'd sure like to give it a try.
Hey Donald, are you listening?
I was stunned to see a picture of these two together. (Yeah, I'm behind a bit.) Now, can you tell me that this amazingly beautiful, very successful well educated woman would look twice at 'The Donald' if he weren't an uber successful real estate billionaire? I doubt she would look twice if he wasn't. She's 24 years his junior. Please!
Now, I'm not begrudging him his success. He has definitely earned everything he's got. And if that leads to his hooking up with someone like Melania, that's pretty cool. Check out this quote: "When we walk into a restaurant, I watch grown men weep."
-Donald Trump, on the effect beauty Melania Knauss has on other people.
I believe you, brother.
It's the crap about money not buying happiness I don't agree with. I think it's a line made up by the rich to try to help out those of us less fortunate. You know, ease the strain a bit. Sometimes it even works, a little.
Maybe money can't buy true happiness, but I bet it helps to find it. Without money worries, you sure would have enough time to check into the issue at least. And even if money can just rent happiness a while, I'd sure like to give it a try.
Hey Donald, are you listening?
Suddenly The Jays Are Good?
I don't think so. This series looked like it should have been fairly easy on the Yankees. Instead we are back to a 3.5 game lead. I guess it was inevitable that El Duque would lose one. I had hoped not, but at least it didn't come in post-season.
I thought the horror of Heredia was gone? (Didn't he get sent down in August?) Maybe I missed something along the way. Why does he keep showing up? He hasn't done anything for the Yankees but cause ulcers. He can't possibly be on the post-season roster.
So today it's Rays. We need this one. Already the weekend series has become tighter than is comfortable. Time to get serious, boys. Do we have to beg?
I thought the horror of Heredia was gone? (Didn't he get sent down in August?) Maybe I missed something along the way. Why does he keep showing up? He hasn't done anything for the Yankees but cause ulcers. He can't possibly be on the post-season roster.
So today it's Rays. We need this one. Already the weekend series has become tighter than is comfortable. Time to get serious, boys. Do we have to beg?
Wednesday, September 22, 2004
Lotsa Blogs
Every now and then I'll hit the little button on this blog that goes to the next blog. Sometimes I'll check out a few and find some interesting stuff. Sometimes not. I started this blog thanks to becoming hooked on my fellow Yankee and Cap'n of the good ship Mystique and Aura Karen Bischer's blog. I found her's one day trying to find some Yankee info. After following the exploits of KB and her gang for about a year, I attempted to leave a comment, got into the set-up thing and somehow found myself with this blog. (Yes, I waited a whole year!)
At first I believed I would just post solely about the main driving force in my life, The New York Yankees. But once I got started with this thing, I found it was a pretty cool way to vent about anything and everything. Anyone who knows me knows I'm full of opinions on pretty much anything, so this forum suits me fine. No interruptions while venting/ranting etc..... Gotta love it!(This is going somewhere. Be patient!)
Turns out there are other fringe benefits. I've been able to connect with others in parts of the country that I may never get to visit. I especially like the great Yankees that are out there. Check out Shannon's blog. There is a true Yankee for ya! Or this one by Matt that has lots of variety along with the important Yankee stuff. Or my friend Terri's blog, who writes about her every day experiences.
But the vicarious adventures to be found are limitless. Some people are so honest about their feelings and reactions to things around them, it's almost painful. Most blogs seem to be used in place of a personal journal. A lot are like this one, a place to post observations and opinions.
I try to keep up with several that have caught my attention. I haven't added many to the links list yet. Not until I'm sure I will keep reading them regularly. Here's a list of some:
http://beergirlsblog.blogspot.com/ (Theres a lot to said for a girl who prefers beer and blue jeans.)
http://smashlee.blogspot.com/ (Very direct, no BS style. Gotta love it.)
http://livingitnow.blogspot.com/ (A picture journal! Good for people that don't read much.)
http://writingroad.blogspot.com/ (Aspiring writer. Looking forward to seeing how it goes.)
http://vickyy.blogspot.com/ (Intense teen in school. Very honest. Also a Yankee.)
http://www.suddenlyabride.blogspot.com/ (Adventures of a newlywed. Could be interesting.)
I guess the point of this is that I'm having a kick ass time exploring the blog world. Maybe it'll last with me, maybe not. But right now, the adventures are pretty OK.
At first I believed I would just post solely about the main driving force in my life, The New York Yankees. But once I got started with this thing, I found it was a pretty cool way to vent about anything and everything. Anyone who knows me knows I'm full of opinions on pretty much anything, so this forum suits me fine. No interruptions while venting/ranting etc..... Gotta love it!(This is going somewhere. Be patient!)
Turns out there are other fringe benefits. I've been able to connect with others in parts of the country that I may never get to visit. I especially like the great Yankees that are out there. Check out Shannon's blog. There is a true Yankee for ya! Or this one by Matt that has lots of variety along with the important Yankee stuff. Or my friend Terri's blog, who writes about her every day experiences.
But the vicarious adventures to be found are limitless. Some people are so honest about their feelings and reactions to things around them, it's almost painful. Most blogs seem to be used in place of a personal journal. A lot are like this one, a place to post observations and opinions.
I try to keep up with several that have caught my attention. I haven't added many to the links list yet. Not until I'm sure I will keep reading them regularly. Here's a list of some:
http://beergirlsblog.blogspot.com/ (Theres a lot to said for a girl who prefers beer and blue jeans.)
http://smashlee.blogspot.com/ (Very direct, no BS style. Gotta love it.)
http://livingitnow.blogspot.com/ (A picture journal! Good for people that don't read much.)
http://writingroad.blogspot.com/ (Aspiring writer. Looking forward to seeing how it goes.)
http://vickyy.blogspot.com/ (Intense teen in school. Very honest. Also a Yankee.)
http://www.suddenlyabride.blogspot.com/ (Adventures of a newlywed. Could be interesting.)
I guess the point of this is that I'm having a kick ass time exploring the blog world. Maybe it'll last with me, maybe not. But right now, the adventures are pretty OK.
Tuesday, September 21, 2004
The Yankees Secret Weapon
This year the Yankees secret weapon against the beanheads from Boston is the Baltimore Orioles. By now, I guess that's not much of a secret. Anyway, they beat them in Fenway again, saving a game in the standings for the boys, who couldn't beat the Jays. (?)
Vasquez was off again. If he was a Viking, he would be called Javy The Schizophrenic. You just never know which Javy will show up. And he was pitching against a rookie from AA. Sad.
I guess they had a let down after the weekend. How can you avoid it? I've noticed the Yanks have this annoying tendency to lose the first game of a series and then come back to win that series. It's been happening a lot lately. It sure would be nice to get a sweep and not settle for 2 of 3. Easier on the nerves that way.
Vasquez was off again. If he was a Viking, he would be called Javy The Schizophrenic. You just never know which Javy will show up. And he was pitching against a rookie from AA. Sad.
I guess they had a let down after the weekend. How can you avoid it? I've noticed the Yanks have this annoying tendency to lose the first game of a series and then come back to win that series. It's been happening a lot lately. It sure would be nice to get a sweep and not settle for 2 of 3. Easier on the nerves that way.
Sunday, September 19, 2004
Flipping channels between innings of the Houston/Milwaukee game:
Emmys are on, hmm…Gary Shandling just said that if the conservatives want to make gays stop having sex, they should allow them to get married. He said it worked for him. That’s hilarious!
There’s some kind of reality show on VH1. Flavor Flav and Brigitte Neilson getting it on? That’s too much reality! Hey, Ryan Starr is on the same show. Ryan Starr is fine!
I think Tony Gwynn is an excellent play by play guy. He’s a natural. Sure do miss seeing him hit, though.
How does someone stay a Brewers fan year after year?
Titanic is on. The most expensive movie ever made. Good movie, but Billy Zane doesn’t fit the character.
Very cool! Speed is on. A Sandra Bullock sighting! Now I’m in heaven. I was hoping to have a Sandy sighting on the Emmy show. This’ll do!
Clemens looks good tonight. (Pitching, that is.) Retirement my ass! How ‘bout, ‘I’m a lying dog.’ He’s still a Boston bum to me, no matter where he ends up.
Miami playing Cincinnati on ESPN. Miami sucks! Maybe they all should take up pot smoking.
Is there anyone better than Al Pacino?
How can anybody watch this wrestling crap!?! I can’t believe it has such a large following. I wonder how many people still think it’s real? Geez!
Brewers Manager Ed Yost interviewed. Says the franchise is still working on getting back to respectability. I sometimes feel bad for the good guys of baseball ending up in places like that. Is that too condescending? It wasn’t meant to be.
I wonder if the Astros are the oldest team in baseball in terms of average player age? If not, they are close to the top of the list.
Poker on Comcast Sportsnet. I guess it’s better than ESPN. One of the players name is Chip. Figures.
Cal Ripken sure does a lot of commercials lately. Probably needs the money.
How can Cheryl Ladd still look so good? She looks the same as she did on Charlie’s Angels. Good surgeon, I guess.
Cool! 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is on SciFi. Kirk Douglas starring. (The 1954 version.) Kind of funny, the ship that just got damaged was called the finest in the White Star Fleet. Same fleet that owned the Titanic. Weird coincidence.
That's enough for me. Nights like tonight make me wonder how the batteries in my remote work so long. Miracles of modern science!
Gotta have one more peek at Sandy first! So, I can't help it, I'm a slave to my passions! Woo Hoo!
There’s some kind of reality show on VH1. Flavor Flav and Brigitte Neilson getting it on? That’s too much reality! Hey, Ryan Starr is on the same show. Ryan Starr is fine!
I think Tony Gwynn is an excellent play by play guy. He’s a natural. Sure do miss seeing him hit, though.
How does someone stay a Brewers fan year after year?
Titanic is on. The most expensive movie ever made. Good movie, but Billy Zane doesn’t fit the character.
Very cool! Speed is on. A Sandra Bullock sighting! Now I’m in heaven. I was hoping to have a Sandy sighting on the Emmy show. This’ll do!
Clemens looks good tonight. (Pitching, that is.) Retirement my ass! How ‘bout, ‘I’m a lying dog.’ He’s still a Boston bum to me, no matter where he ends up.
Miami playing Cincinnati on ESPN. Miami sucks! Maybe they all should take up pot smoking.
Is there anyone better than Al Pacino?
How can anybody watch this wrestling crap!?! I can’t believe it has such a large following. I wonder how many people still think it’s real? Geez!
Brewers Manager Ed Yost interviewed. Says the franchise is still working on getting back to respectability. I sometimes feel bad for the good guys of baseball ending up in places like that. Is that too condescending? It wasn’t meant to be.
I wonder if the Astros are the oldest team in baseball in terms of average player age? If not, they are close to the top of the list.
Poker on Comcast Sportsnet. I guess it’s better than ESPN. One of the players name is Chip. Figures.
Cal Ripken sure does a lot of commercials lately. Probably needs the money.
How can Cheryl Ladd still look so good? She looks the same as she did on Charlie’s Angels. Good surgeon, I guess.
Cool! 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is on SciFi. Kirk Douglas starring. (The 1954 version.) Kind of funny, the ship that just got damaged was called the finest in the White Star Fleet. Same fleet that owned the Titanic. Weird coincidence.
That's enough for me. Nights like tonight make me wonder how the batteries in my remote work so long. Miracles of modern science!
Gotta have one more peek at Sandy first! So, I can't help it, I'm a slave to my passions! Woo Hoo!
Can You Say 'Butt-Kickin' Boys & Girls?
This weekend sure turned out to be a bit different than the loud mouthed, self proclaimed better team from Boston thought it would. Two SWEET games in a row where the Yankees out hit, out PITCHED (can you hear that Ortiz?) and just plain out classed the Blo Sox. Other than 1 inning Friday, the series was a complete sweep. The best part was the way they lit up Pedro! HA! Kudos to Moose, awesome form again. Same to Leiber, 6 2/3 of no hit ball. Same to the bull-pen, nearly flawless. Funny, that sounds like good pitching. I thought the Yankees didn't have any good pitching. Imagine that.
When the pitching is back in this kind of form and the hitting is great, like ARod hitting with RISP, the Yanks look like their old selves again. But what can you expect, it is late September and post season is close. The boys are bringing the A game at the right time.
I can't wait for next weekend.
When the pitching is back in this kind of form and the hitting is great, like ARod hitting with RISP, the Yanks look like their old selves again. But what can you expect, it is late September and post season is close. The boys are bringing the A game at the right time.
I can't wait for next weekend.
Friday, September 17, 2004
War In The Bronx
There could be a war started tonight in the Bronx. Gary Sheffield says The Yankees won't stand for any of the crap from the last time. The BloSox are talking trash. Mo sounds as excited as he ever has. ARod an El Capitan are on a roll. This could be an epic weekend, as long as the rain stays away.
And what's up with this quote from the caveman,
"We know other teams haven't helped us out against them all year," Damon said. "We've had to battle. It seems like teams are playing us a lot better."
Well boo hoo! Are the other teams trying too hard to win their games? Poor little Alley Oop wannabe. I'd feel for you, but I just can't reach you. Get real! All MLB teams are trying to win every day. If they are trying harder to beat anyone, it would be the Yankees. That's all you hear anymore. That, and how it would be so great if the BloSox could get to the series. There's even a 'Priceless' commercial out stating that. Geez!
Ain't happening, baby! The road to the series goes through New York, and you bums don't get to pass.
And what's up with this quote from the caveman,
"We know other teams haven't helped us out against them all year," Damon said. "We've had to battle. It seems like teams are playing us a lot better."
Well boo hoo! Are the other teams trying too hard to win their games? Poor little Alley Oop wannabe. I'd feel for you, but I just can't reach you. Get real! All MLB teams are trying to win every day. If they are trying harder to beat anyone, it would be the Yankees. That's all you hear anymore. That, and how it would be so great if the BloSox could get to the series. There's even a 'Priceless' commercial out stating that. Geez!
Ain't happening, baby! The road to the series goes through New York, and you bums don't get to pass.
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