Monday, November 03, 2008
Random SBP Thoughts
- The whole world will hold its breath tomorrow as the fate of the world (Yes, world. The Americans have too much influence and that's why this entire planet will be watching with their fingers crossed) will be decided upon for the next four years. Senator Obama does NOT have this in the bag. He has the lead according to research polls, but the difference is marginal enough that a comeback by McCain is definitely possible. If you have any American friends, family, whatever...get in touch with them and tell them to VOTE OBAMA!
- I saw W. Friday night and thought it was decent but nothing that's off the charts or anything. Josh Brolin did a really good job as Bush Jr, and I also liked Richard Dreyfuss and James Cromwell portraying Dick Cheney and Bush Sr. I'm not sure who played Condolezza Rice and General Powell, but they looked like the came off a Saturday Night Live set and weren't very polished: Rice actually sounded a lot like a martian. Nixon portrayed the agony of a President wishing to be as loved as JFK but never realizing he could never achieve those heights. W. had the Jr. vs Sr. conflict with Jr. trying to prove to his Dad he can be somebody. Not a bad angle to take, but it wasn't as interesting.
- I enjoy reading today's Ottawa Sun with the news the Sens are still pursuing Mats Sundin. The chances he'll sign here are slim, but still, I love the fact the Sens have an owner willing to eat salary by sending Martin Gerber to the minors (this is the only way I could figure they can make the cap space for Mats) to try to have another Cup run.
- I read a very interesting article about a boxer by the name of Peter Buckley who fought in his 300th fight Halloween night and called it a career. What makes his story interesting is his incredible losing record: 31-256-12. But he didn't care, he just loved boxing and wanted to make it last as long as he could. He left on a high note, winning his 32nd and final fight. The Super Featherweight hopes to remaining in boxing in some other capacity. I have to admire his heart.
- Tonight was my first indoor Ultimate game and my first round of exercise in just over two months. I'll just say this: yikes. Well, I didn't start off too bad, but the gas was running out of the tank much faster than I would have liked. On the upside, looks like we have a good team this year (just like last season) and we started off with a 25-18 victory. Woo-hoo!
- I saw W. Friday night and thought it was decent but nothing that's off the charts or anything. Josh Brolin did a really good job as Bush Jr, and I also liked Richard Dreyfuss and James Cromwell portraying Dick Cheney and Bush Sr. I'm not sure who played Condolezza Rice and General Powell, but they looked like the came off a Saturday Night Live set and weren't very polished: Rice actually sounded a lot like a martian. Nixon portrayed the agony of a President wishing to be as loved as JFK but never realizing he could never achieve those heights. W. had the Jr. vs Sr. conflict with Jr. trying to prove to his Dad he can be somebody. Not a bad angle to take, but it wasn't as interesting.
- I enjoy reading today's Ottawa Sun with the news the Sens are still pursuing Mats Sundin. The chances he'll sign here are slim, but still, I love the fact the Sens have an owner willing to eat salary by sending Martin Gerber to the minors (this is the only way I could figure they can make the cap space for Mats) to try to have another Cup run.
- I read a very interesting article about a boxer by the name of Peter Buckley who fought in his 300th fight Halloween night and called it a career. What makes his story interesting is his incredible losing record: 31-256-12. But he didn't care, he just loved boxing and wanted to make it last as long as he could. He left on a high note, winning his 32nd and final fight. The Super Featherweight hopes to remaining in boxing in some other capacity. I have to admire his heart.
- Tonight was my first indoor Ultimate game and my first round of exercise in just over two months. I'll just say this: yikes. Well, I didn't start off too bad, but the gas was running out of the tank much faster than I would have liked. On the upside, looks like we have a good team this year (just like last season) and we started off with a 25-18 victory. Woo-hoo!
# posted by SBP : 10:32 PM
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Rice was played by Thandie Newton, a little too over the top, agreed. We saw W. while in New Mexico and were surprised to see the theater kinda packed on a Friday at noon. Encouraging, I guess.
Agreed that the movie was just okay.
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Agreed that the movie was just okay.
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