March 1, 2020: Touch of Home
You go on vacation to get away… to forget about home for a while… to break the routine. Going away for work is not quite the same. First off, you have to work all day, most times longer hours than … Continued
February 22, 2020: Welcome to the Club
Is 40 old? I’ve been there for a minute; my brother joined the club last year. Today, my “baby” sister turns 40; now I feel old. Her birthday is an anniversary of sorts. My first memory ever is preparing for … Continued
February 21, 2020: Bryant’s Turn
Why not? The Cubs haven’t had a prototypical lead off hitter since the departure of Dexter Fowler after the drought ending Game 7 victory over the Indians. Schwarber didn’t work out; Rizzo has done well, but that doesn’t make much … Continued
February 12, 2020: The Hate Files XLIII
I don’t drive that much to work any more; typically once a week now. I think it’s a good thing. Dealing with people on the road, especially in rush hour, could be hazardous to your health. In fact, there are … Continued
February 4, 2020: The Hate Files XLII
Once a month… at least. Need to let it out more, instead of holding it in. You ever see the movie Me, Myself, and Irene? One day man, I tell you. Anyways, I let one out last month, talking about … Continued
January 29, 2020: Kris Loses
Finally, the decision was made in the Kris Bryant case. Kris loses, and that means the Cubs win. The Cubs now have KB under control through the end of 2021. What does it all mean? Major league teams can continue … Continued
January 28, 2020: Nick Goes
As the sports world mourns, the Reds swooped in and signed Nicholas Castellanos; what a total lack of respect. Although he was only a Cub for a short time, I really liked him. Seeing the Reds sign yet another player, … Continued
January 26, 2020: Life is Short
We shouldn’t have to be reminded of this, but today brought us a pretty big example. Kobe Bryant is dead at 41. Wow, just wow. I wasn’t a fan, but when I first started reading the breaking news, I was … Continued
January 17, 2020: Marquee Time
As the Cubs conference rolls around, with the season soon to follow, it’s almost Marquee time. What does it all mean? Growing up, the fact that the Cubs were always on TV, free TV, was a huge reason why I … Continued
January 13, 2020: Houston Cheats
How much is a World Series title worth to you? The Astros will pay $5 million, 1st & 2nd round picks the next 2 years, and a year suspension for their GM & manager. Although the penalty is unprecedented, it … Continued