February 29, 2016: Leap Day
Hello February 29th. Long time no see. It’s been precisely 4 years since the last time we saw you. Glad you’re back. We get that extra day this year. The 366th day of the year, so all those places have … Continued
February 22, 2016: Sox Talk
Ok, take note of this day Sox fans. As a gift to my sister on her birthday, I’ll be talking exclusively about the White Sox season ahead. I’d have to check the archives…I’m sure I’ve done this before. It must … Continued
February 16, 2016: Chicago Hope
Waited long enough I think. Since they’re already playing some ball down in spring training, I think it’s about time we talk some baseball. This year, instead of battling for 100 losses, will both Chicago baseball teams be battling for … Continued
February 15, 2016: Seven Deuce
The worst starting hand in Texas Hold’em. Do you ever play that hand? Obviously in the big blind, when there are no raises. Maybe in the small blind with no raises, although once you call, and then the big blind … Continued
February 14, 2016: The Hate Files XX
On the day representing love, what better day to break out the 20th version of the Hate Files. It’s been more than 3 months since we spread a little hate…Happy Valentine’s Day haters! Couple things: I’m not changing the numbering system … Continued
January 29, 2016: Beat LA
The Bulls Lakers game was on TNT this Thursday night. Even though the Lakers suck this year, and the Bulls are riding this coaster to the max, it’s still a pretty cool game. It’s always fun to beat LA. Living … Continued
January 28, 2016: Free Moments
Who would have ever thought I’d be sitting eating breakfast in NYC bagel deli. Well of course I’d be sitting, not standing, but in this place period. Just the fact there’s NYC in the name of a place in Chicago … Continued
December 31, 2015: 618
The last time I’ll put 2015 in the title line. Another year is in the books. It’s crazy how quick life flies by. It really is like Ferris tells us, “life moves pretty fast. If you don’t look around once … Continued
December 29, 2015: Kingpin
Ok, so I’ve been behind. Dammit. I can’t quite catchup. I’ve still been catching some games. I saw the Bulls beat the Raptors the other night; very good win by the way. Then it was the Hawks with a shootout … Continued
December 25, 2015: Putting a Bow on It
Ok. Let’s wrap up the holiday trifecta. We’ve made some wishes. We’ve given thanks. How does this end? It doesn’t. I like a lot of Christmas songs. One of my favorites this year from channel 801 directv holiday and happenings … Continued