Archive for September, 2009
Bonehead
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Delonte West was arrested yesterday in Maryland for speeding on a motorcycle. While this reckless behavior is certainly dangerous, the former Saint Joseph’s University star made matters worse when he was caught possessing a loaded shotgon and two handguns. In addition to making Plaxico Burress look like Mohatma Gandhi, West also seems to be a die hard fan of Robert Rodriguez’s 1992 cult classic El Mariachi, as he was carrying one of his weapons in a guitar case.
Come on, DWest. You should know better. You’ve got the most important season of your career ahead of you and now it’s unlikely you’ll see any time on the hardwood. The Cavs will certainly feel the loss of West, and this could potentially be a devastating distraction for an organization facing major crossroads next summer (also known as “The Summer of Lebron”). Sure, the New York Knicks have a diminutive, derelict point guard of their own (sorry, Nate), but this incident re-enforces a major attraction the Orange & Blue will offer King James- the chance for him to essentially start anew with whatever fools he wants to compete alongside.
Even with Shaq in the middle, I simply can’t see the Cavs winning a title next season (My money’s on the defending champion Lakers, or the deeper Celtics and Spurs). I’m starting to believe Lebron will actually come and rescue the Knicks from a decade of despair. Hey, if the Mayans are right and the world comes to an end in 2012…I can only hope I get to see Lebron in action at Madison Square Garden for two exciting seasons.
Eric and The Sliders
Shameless plug time. Check out new music from my friends Eric & The Sliders at http://www.myspace.com/thesliders
It’s nice to see some local boys doing big things and these fellas are making catchy tunes any music fan can appreciate.
Real Men of Genius: Part Two
Posted by Andrew in Humor, Real Men of Genius on September 13, 2009
Today we salute you, Mr. Fresh Pepper and Parmesan Cheese Grater
(Mr. Fresh Pepper and Parmesan Cheese Graterrrrrrr)
When out for a delicious meal, you’re always by our side…generously offering your exclusive and excessively long, brown food grinding-rod. You’re not just a waiter…you’re far more special..always there to provide us with much needed seasoning and a reminder that our jobs aren’t really that bad after all.
(May I top your saladdddddd?)
Sure, the chef prepared this mighty feast from scratch…but you have a monopoly over the missing ingredients culinary giants have been unable to get their hands on for years….fresh pepper and cheese.
(Let me know whennnnnn)
Once the deed is done…you are gone with the wind….only to swoop in like Clark Kent when duty calls again.
(Your pepper’s not freshhhh)
So crack open an ice cold Bud Light, Mr. Fresh Pepper and Parmesan Cheese Grater, because a man like you truly knows how to “spice” things up a bit.
(Mr. Fresh Pepper and Parmesan Cheese Graterrrrrrr)
Obama’s Still Cool
Towards the end of my first political sociology lecture, I took part in a somewhat heated debate about whether or not President Barack Obama is indeed leading America to a new era of change.
Several of my peers argued that Obama has not acted boldly enough since being elected. Others said that it’s too early to tell if Obama will actually follow through with his campaign promises and lead this nation in a different, more favorable direction. Some bluntly said that he is hurting the country.
It’s hard for me to comprehend how the public’s perception of such a significant figure has changed so drastically in just a few months. Quite rapidly, he has gone from being bold and transcendent to soft, and (even worse) socialist!
Policy aside, it’s far too early for me to dismiss Obama’s potential to transform America. He is, after all, still quite literally a symbol of the change he preaches. Obama is in a rare position, where he can inspire change simply by holding office. He represents many things…one still being coolness.
You can disagree with his proposals for health care reform, but don’t lie…you still envy his Clinton-like swagger and Fresh Prince-esque charm. Even if he goes on to act less than the kid who played Benny “The Jet” Rodriguez in The Sandlot, Obama will share this child star’s undeniable and eternal sense of cool.
It’s unrealistic to expect an American president to be fully honest and effective. But for now, I’m still hopeful. Regardless of how his first year is going, I still look up to Obama like Richie Cunningham with The Fonz. The great Arthur Fonzarelli did once say that there are only two groups of people…”cool” and “nerds,” and I’m pretty confident our current leader still belongs to the former. Quite simply, the man’s just someone you want pulling for you. And right now, that’s enough for me.
Wake Up Wall Post
When checking my Facebook tonight I came across this wonderful new wall post from my good friend Sam.
”Why is it that all of you blogger punks think that once you get back to school you don’t have to post as often? I don’t have class for another two hours and I have NOTHING to do. Stop being so selfish and entertain me with your wit.”
Now, Sam and I go way back and have many things in common (including an affinity for crappy zombie films and redneck motor lodges), and I truly value his opinions and support of this site. He’s actually been around blogs far longer than I (his brother’s site “Welcome to the Real” is located on my blogroll…check it out), so I love hearing any feedback he may have.
In response to his choice words, I’ll admit that I have indeed been slacking since returning to Syracuse University last week. But, relax. It’s hard to meet the rigorous demands of The Bloglife when you’re unemployed and hungover. The abundance of leisure time in college actually inhibits creativity, and it’s taken me quite some time to find the motivation to write a new post. With classes starting (as well as my new side gig with The Daily Orange), it will undoubtedly be even more challenging to maintain a strong flow of sheer written awesomeness in the months to come. However, I will try hard to keep the wit coming.
Since giving birth to this site several months ago, I’ve learned many things (like how I’m way stranger than I ever gave myself credit for). But the most interesting discovery I’ve made deals with the very nature of blogging. A blogger’s flexibility can be either his/her greatest inspiration or biggest obstacle. Without deadlines, wordcounts, and a presiding authority figure, it’s often stressful to set and meet your own high standards.
Sometimes you just need a good old fashioned kick in the ass to get the mind working again.
Thanks Sam.