March 31, 2020: 31 to 19 and 9
March 31st… a day I will never forget; just to make sure, I got the Roman numerals tattooed on my arm. Yes, the story goes like this: guy was at home in bed and got a call from his friends … Continued
March 30, 2020: No Baseball
Opening Day 2020 has come and gone; there is no baseball. Season cancelled? Hopefully only postponed. When will we see baseball again? Xfinity means no Marquee, which really sucks; the people who have it, at least have something to tide … Continued
March 20, 2020: The Other Live News
In an attempt to feel some type of normalcy, in the other live news of the day, we proceeded with our fantasy baseball auction draft. Shockingly, I was totally prepared. Normally I’m cramming last minute. With everything going on, there … Continued
March 19, 2020: Real Madness
Thursday March 19, 2020… the day that March Madness was supposed to begin. Instead, we have real madness going on with the COVID-19. How messed up do things have to be to cancel March Madness? How messed up do things … Continued
March 12, 2020: Happy Pandemic Day
I think we’ll remember this day for a long time, and not only because it was my wife’s birthday. This would officially become the day the sports world stood still… well, there actually was a lot of activity going on. … Continued
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