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We each looked at our menus and scanned the lunch items. The four of us had the dining area to ourselves, save for an elderly couple who was paying their check. Everything on the menu looked decent, but paled in comparison to the crab sandwich lunch special the waiter had just described. One by one... Continue Reading →
“Hello?” “Hey, man.” “Hey, bud.” “Let me ask you something, and tell me if I’m crazy, have you ever smelled an ear infection?” “Have I ever what?” “Smelled an ear infection.” “Dude, what the fuck are talking about?” “You have young kids. Those fuckers get ear infections all the time. Have you ever smelled one?”... Continue Reading →
Book Report - The Professor in the Cage by Jonathan Gottschall Subtitled “Why Men Fight and Why We Like to Watch”, this book is the story of an English professor who began training at a local MMA gym and ultimately competed in an amateur fight. Never having fought before, nor having much inclination to, the... Continue Reading →
“Hello?” “Hey, man. What’s happening?’ “Nothing. What’s up?” “Nothing. So, you know what I can’t stand?” “What’s that?” “When someone transfers their burden onto you.” “Does this happen to you a lot?” “I wouldn’t say a lot, but more than you’d think. I bet you deal with it as well.” “I’m not sure I agree... Continue Reading →
Book Report - The Phenomenon by Rick Ankiel Subtitled “Pressure, the Yips, and the Pitch that Changed My Life” this book is the autobiography of Rick Ankiel, a baseball prodigy who began his career as a pitcher before transitioning into a solid major league outfielder. However, those words don’t do justice to what Rick Ankiel... Continue Reading →
“Get this…Michelle’s assistant quit yesterday.” “Oh really? Why did she quit? Was there any drama?” I asked. “I don’t think so. I think she went back to her old job.” “Well, that sucks, but I guess it happens,” I said. “Yeah, but the timing is bad because it’s just before the holidays. And, a day... Continue Reading →
Book Report - The Fighter’s Mind by Sam Sheridan Subtitled “Inside the Mental Game”, this book examines the mental aspect of professional fighters and highlights the thinking of these unique individuals. Being a professional athlete takes world class talent combined with a supreme work ethic. That’s true for any professional sport. However, reaching the top... Continue Reading →
“Ok, so you think you’ll definitely get over there tomorrow?” I asked. “I can’t say 100% because we still aren’t sure about the weather. But, assuming the roads are Ok, your job will get done.” “Alright, well, please do your best. Can’t remember if I mentioned this to you or the other person I spoke... Continue Reading →
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