I’m taking a small detour in this week’s posting. I normally rant about politics, sports and the like, but this week, I’m going to rant about something very personal to me; psoriasis. Yes! That’s right! I’m going to deal specifically with plaque psoriasis; the particular brand of crap that I’ve had attached to my body since late 2000. This stuff is a complete and total pain in the ass. Now before I get into this thing, I’m not complaining….well, o.k. actually I am complaining. But I fully understand that things could be so much worse. I’m not lying in the hospital awaiting a kidney or death; whoever shows up first. I don’t have cancer, and as far as I know, my colon is clean as a whistle. So I’m not trying to say my lemon is bigger than your lemon; because it likely is not. But that doesn’t make it suck any less!
Psoriasis is an immune disorder where the skin cells are trying to fight off an infection that doesn’t exist. Thus, I get large, and sometimes painful, scaly patches anywhere there’s friction. Friction, of any type or frequency to one suffering from psoriasis is like sandpaper. There’s no cure for it, and no one seems to know how it is acquired; though it is hereditary.
Sometimes, as I lie in bed, I find myself wondering why I have to deal with this crap. Is God punishing me for some past sin? (Good luck narrowing it down to just one) Am I cursed? Why me? I have yet to find the answer to that question, and may never find it. All I know is that psoriasis sucks! The injections that I normally take are insanely expensive ($3000 per month), the creme that provides some relief gets all over everything I touch, and if I don’t treat the patches with something, they will pitch a fit, and crack and bleed. Nice, I know….
Socially, it doesn’t bother me at all, and often makes a very nice ice-breaker at parties and tailgating events. It usually goes something like this: “Chris, good to see you and Tammy. It’s been a long time man. How are things going with……what the hell is that growing on your elbow? Is that leprosy? Did we shake hands when you first got here?” It only makes me uncomfortable when I notice strangers eyeballing it, struggling to determine what it is. I feel sorry for them. I can even begin to imagine what it must be like for someone with a serious physical deformity; like three eyes, or six fingers on one hand.
Luckily, I am married to a great woman who doesn’t love me for my dashing good looks alone. She has actually taken the time to treat the patches I can’t reach or can’t see with my creme. Believe me, it ain’t all roses and gumdrops in some of those areas! She’s in the health care field, so it’s a very big deal to her at all. (Love ya’ baby!)
So the next time you see me, and you happen to notice that there’s a scaly red patch on my elbow or scalp, just politely ask what it is, and let’s get on with the tailgating! Didn’t your Momma teach you not to stare?
Friday, 20 August 2010
Friday, 13 August 2010
Decisions, Decisions
Will the Big Orange ever be free of Lane Kiffin and his antics? From this fans point-of-view, it certainly doesn't seem like it. Bryce Brown is set to be interviewed by the NCAA who continues to track the comings and goings of Kiffin. His current employer, U.S.C., has already fired their athletic director, and been hit with severe sanctions for violations that occurred while Kiffin was an assistant under Pete Carroll. Carroll obviously saw the writing on the wall and bolted for the relative safety of the NFL. How quickly did that guy leave town?
But in this particular saga there's another twist; Brown previously asked for, and was summarily refused a transfer to Kansas State, where his brother is currently enrolled. U.T. Head coach Derek Dooley denied the request for reason that, quite frankly, make little sense to me. I guess I'd need some old fashioned lawyering to better understand his reasons. Just know this, that on the outside of the Cumberland Strip in K-Town, his refusal to let Brown transfer looks bad. Worse, it looks petty.
Arthur Brown, Bryce's father has postponed the interview with the NCAA until after he hears back from his son's appeal to overturn the transfer denial. Now that sound like it could be a finely veiled threat? It's as plain as the mole on Cindy Crawford's face! Arthur Brown is using the NCAA to improve the position of his son's appeal to play football at Kansas State! Brilliant! As a Vol fan I don't like this play, but as a father, I would likely do the same thing if I were in his shoes.
Regardless of how this thing plays out, Lane Kiffin is every bit the curse that crazy man Al Davis said he would be. Davis' prophetic ability is at least good enough to get him a carny job at the local fair when it blows through town. He warned us, and we failed to heed the warning, mostly because....well.....Al Davis is a complete nut job. Kiffin has drained our beloved football program of its dignity, its integrity, and its morality (if it ever had any). Let's hope that Coach Dooley can get it back on track.
How good does Phil Fulmer look right now as head coach?
But in this particular saga there's another twist; Brown previously asked for, and was summarily refused a transfer to Kansas State, where his brother is currently enrolled. U.T. Head coach Derek Dooley denied the request for reason that, quite frankly, make little sense to me. I guess I'd need some old fashioned lawyering to better understand his reasons. Just know this, that on the outside of the Cumberland Strip in K-Town, his refusal to let Brown transfer looks bad. Worse, it looks petty.
Arthur Brown, Bryce's father has postponed the interview with the NCAA until after he hears back from his son's appeal to overturn the transfer denial. Now that sound like it could be a finely veiled threat? It's as plain as the mole on Cindy Crawford's face! Arthur Brown is using the NCAA to improve the position of his son's appeal to play football at Kansas State! Brilliant! As a Vol fan I don't like this play, but as a father, I would likely do the same thing if I were in his shoes.
Regardless of how this thing plays out, Lane Kiffin is every bit the curse that crazy man Al Davis said he would be. Davis' prophetic ability is at least good enough to get him a carny job at the local fair when it blows through town. He warned us, and we failed to heed the warning, mostly because....well.....Al Davis is a complete nut job. Kiffin has drained our beloved football program of its dignity, its integrity, and its morality (if it ever had any). Let's hope that Coach Dooley can get it back on track.
How good does Phil Fulmer look right now as head coach?
Tuesday, 3 August 2010
Just One More Reason To Hate NASCAR
This article comes to us courtesy of Clay Travis of Fanhouse.com
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Monday, 2 August 2010
Tuesday, 27 July 2010
Democratic Slavery
Have any of you ever read the 13th Amendment to the Constitution? No? I didn't much think so. Here's what it says, (paraphrasing):
"Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."
Well, dear friends, our elected officials are at it again. "More taxes?", you say? No. Less oversight on nearly every government entitlement program available? Nope. No, they went way over the top on this particular piece of legislation. H.R. 5741 is a slavery bill! That's right! I went there....slavery! Read the words for yourself:
Universal National Service Act
To require all persons in the United States between the ages of 18 and 42 to perform national service, either as a member of the uniformed services or in civilian service in furtherance of the national defense and homeland security, to authorize the induction of persons in the uniformed services during wartime to meet end-strength requirements of the uniformed services, and for other purposes.
Huh? Are these people COMPLETELY insane? Oh, but it gets better! The bill's sole sponsor is none other than New York Democrat, Charles Rangel....a black man! Huh? Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't ol' Charlie up on ethics charges? Is this his contorted way of repairing his damaged reputation and integrity? Is trying t become an anthema to the rest of those serving in the House?
I just don't get it people. For all the struggle, and all the blood and tears that were spilled in the line of duty in the fight for civil liberties and equality for black folks over the past 40 years or so, you'd think the black community would be screaming from the rooftops. I bet they don't.
This is not about Republican versus Democrat, or conservative versus liberal. There's truly not a dime's difference between any of them.
No doubt, this bill is the foreshadow of things to come. Again, it's not about whether or not the bill passes or even gains any traction in the House, but the blatant arrogance that our "leaders" possess to even craft such an aberration!
You'd better wake up America! The day is fast approaching when you're going to wake up, and your liberties will be gone....
http://www.examiner.com/x-60483-Long-Beach-City-Buzz-Examiner~y2010m7d26-Slavery-bill-HR-5741-is-now-in-debate
"Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."
Well, dear friends, our elected officials are at it again. "More taxes?", you say? No. Less oversight on nearly every government entitlement program available? Nope. No, they went way over the top on this particular piece of legislation. H.R. 5741 is a slavery bill! That's right! I went there....slavery! Read the words for yourself:
Universal National Service Act
To require all persons in the United States between the ages of 18 and 42 to perform national service, either as a member of the uniformed services or in civilian service in furtherance of the national defense and homeland security, to authorize the induction of persons in the uniformed services during wartime to meet end-strength requirements of the uniformed services, and for other purposes.
Huh? Are these people COMPLETELY insane? Oh, but it gets better! The bill's sole sponsor is none other than New York Democrat, Charles Rangel....a black man! Huh? Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't ol' Charlie up on ethics charges? Is this his contorted way of repairing his damaged reputation and integrity? Is trying t become an anthema to the rest of those serving in the House?
I just don't get it people. For all the struggle, and all the blood and tears that were spilled in the line of duty in the fight for civil liberties and equality for black folks over the past 40 years or so, you'd think the black community would be screaming from the rooftops. I bet they don't.
This is not about Republican versus Democrat, or conservative versus liberal. There's truly not a dime's difference between any of them.
No doubt, this bill is the foreshadow of things to come. Again, it's not about whether or not the bill passes or even gains any traction in the House, but the blatant arrogance that our "leaders" possess to even craft such an aberration!
You'd better wake up America! The day is fast approaching when you're going to wake up, and your liberties will be gone....
http://www.examiner.com/x-60483-Long-Beach-City-Buzz-Examiner~y2010m7d26-Slavery-bill-HR-5741-is-now-in-debate
Saturday, 24 July 2010
James Toney speaks Detroitese
I dare you to close your eyes and listen to what Toney says! I bet you that you can't understand a word! Ugh!!
Friday, 23 July 2010
"Lights Out" for Toney
On August 28th, current IBA (???) heavyweight champ James "Lights Out" Toney makes his MMA debut when he steps into the Octagon with UFC Hall-of Famer, Randy "The Natural" Couture in a cross-over bout that is sure to have both the boxing and MMA worlds glued to the TV set. Toney brings with him an impressive career record of 80-6, a big mouth, and a nice case of early-stage dementia. I have been thinking about this fight for some time, and have decided to weigh in on why James Toney is bad for the UFC and for mixed martial arts in general.
First, fighting James Toney has absolutely no ramifications within the UFC. He holds no title, he is well past his prime in the boxing world, and even when Couture does beat him, all he will be doing is humiliating a washed up former boxer who should have a blue handicapped driver tag swinging from his rear-view mirror. There's nothing to gain from this fight. What? You actually think that losing his first, and only MMA fight is going to shut this clown up? I think not.
Second, what if he dies in the ring? Seriously, have you heard this man try to form complete sentences? I mean, I know he's from Detroit, but damn! He's worse than Big John Tate, and John was illiterate. Toney has spoken about the fighters in the UFC having never been hit by a professional boxer with 4 ounce gloves before; NEWSFLASH: Toney has never been hit with 4 ounce gloves before either! And the way his noodle is dangling ever so slightly from the brain stem, one good shot is all it would take to send him on the his maker.
Third, this makes the UFC look like a sideshow. This is the very thing that Dana White has worked to erase; the "human cock-fighting" label that so many ignorant politicians place on MMA. White has said himself that it's a "freak show". Although I will be watching closely, I feel that it will set MMA back a couple of years.
Lastly, there's the massive issue of Toney's mouth. As previously mentioned, he's not going to shut up! I don't know if it's possible for him to stop talking. Hot air has to go somewhere, right? He guy simply WILL NOT stop talking. And for the love of all that is righteous and holy, you media types, stop sticking a mic in this idiot's face every other day so the rest of can get some rest. My brain hurts when I listen to him speak, because I cannot translate, with any accuracy, the native tongue in which he speaks. Guess I need to brush up on my Detroitese....
Couture will destroy James Toney, most likely in the second round. He will try some dirty boxing, which Toney is very skilled at defending, and when that doesn't work, he will plant him firmly on his back and proceed to dislodge the aforementioned noodle from brain stem. Good night James, I wish I could say it's been nice knowing you, but we all know that would be less than truthful.
First, fighting James Toney has absolutely no ramifications within the UFC. He holds no title, he is well past his prime in the boxing world, and even when Couture does beat him, all he will be doing is humiliating a washed up former boxer who should have a blue handicapped driver tag swinging from his rear-view mirror. There's nothing to gain from this fight. What? You actually think that losing his first, and only MMA fight is going to shut this clown up? I think not.
Second, what if he dies in the ring? Seriously, have you heard this man try to form complete sentences? I mean, I know he's from Detroit, but damn! He's worse than Big John Tate, and John was illiterate. Toney has spoken about the fighters in the UFC having never been hit by a professional boxer with 4 ounce gloves before; NEWSFLASH: Toney has never been hit with 4 ounce gloves before either! And the way his noodle is dangling ever so slightly from the brain stem, one good shot is all it would take to send him on the his maker.
Third, this makes the UFC look like a sideshow. This is the very thing that Dana White has worked to erase; the "human cock-fighting" label that so many ignorant politicians place on MMA. White has said himself that it's a "freak show". Although I will be watching closely, I feel that it will set MMA back a couple of years.
Lastly, there's the massive issue of Toney's mouth. As previously mentioned, he's not going to shut up! I don't know if it's possible for him to stop talking. Hot air has to go somewhere, right? He guy simply WILL NOT stop talking. And for the love of all that is righteous and holy, you media types, stop sticking a mic in this idiot's face every other day so the rest of can get some rest. My brain hurts when I listen to him speak, because I cannot translate, with any accuracy, the native tongue in which he speaks. Guess I need to brush up on my Detroitese....
Couture will destroy James Toney, most likely in the second round. He will try some dirty boxing, which Toney is very skilled at defending, and when that doesn't work, he will plant him firmly on his back and proceed to dislodge the aforementioned noodle from brain stem. Good night James, I wish I could say it's been nice knowing you, but we all know that would be less than truthful.
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