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  • Diplomas denied for fat students

    According to the Associated Press, Lincoln University, a historical black University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, will not give a diploma to students with a BMI of 30 and above unless they first take a "Fitness for Life" class. A BMI of 30 or above is considered to be obese.

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    Posted: November 22, 2009, 6:48pm EST

  • My thoughts on Healthcare Reform


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    I have not blogged on politics in a long time but I desire to [...]

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    Posted: November 15, 2009, 8:40pm EST

  • Happy Birthday Sports Jabber!



    My great friends, Deb and Reg, at Sports Jabber are celebrating the 1st Birthday of Sports Jabber. Reg and Deb are the masterminds behind Cowboys Pride and Cowboys Pride Radio. Sports Jabber is an all encompassing sports site of forums, [...]
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    Posted: November 13, 2009, 10:23pm EST

  • Thank you Veterans

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    Today we take time to pause and honor all of the men and women [...]

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    Posted: November 11, 2009, 5:34pm EST

  • Review of "The League"- Episode One


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    When I first heard the concept of a half an hour sitcom about a [...]

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    Posted: November 01, 2009, 11:12pm EDT

  • V- The new series



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    Posted: October 29, 2009, 8:05pm EDT

  • What is new with Larry

    Here is a update of what is new with me.

    1) 7 months ago, my wife and I welcomed our son into the world. The addition of our son to the family has added a lot of joy but also a lot of stress and a lot less free [...]
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    Posted: October 28, 2009, 1:01pm EDT

  • Super Hero Facebook posts

    The fine folks at Comics Alliance have a very amusing post Super Social Networking. This gives the reader a feel of the kind of posts of the Super Hero and Villain Community. Check it out.

    These have been a few simple thoughts of my complex mind.[...]
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    Posted: October 05, 2009, 9:39pm EDT

  • Dr. Horrible's Emmy's appearance

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    Last night Dr. Horrible's Sing Along Blog won an Emmy. Here is the broadcast interruption. Enjoy!



    Here is their acceptance speech from winning.



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    Posted: September 21, 2009, 9:30pm EDT

  • Disagree with me?

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    I have noticed that people have become very comfortable demonizing those that they disagree with them. I am [...]

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    Posted: September 08, 2009, 11:23pm EDT

  • Transcript of the President's speech

    Below is the transcript that was released for the President's speech for tomorrow. Read it before you judge if you want your child to watch it or not.


    The President: Hello everyone – how’s everybody doing today? I’m here with students at Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia.' [...]
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    Posted: September 07, 2009, 10:11pm EDT

  • Quote of the Day

    Here is a great quote from the television show Castle from an episode re-aired tonight. I found it extremely funny.


    Beckett: (Clears throat) "Ahem. What's the deal with men and boobs, anyway?"

    Castle:"Biological. We can't help it."

    Beckett: "But doesn't it bother you that they're so" [...]
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    Posted: September 07, 2009, 9:21pm EDT

  • President Obama's Speech to School children

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    This upcoming Tuesday, President Obama will be broadcasting a "talk" to school age children around the country. Springfield [...]

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    Posted: September 06, 2009, 9:08pm EDT

  • CP Radio NFC East break down

    Tonight I will be the solo host of the Cowboys Pride Internet radio and will be having a panel discussion of the NFC East. Please tune in support me and our my guests. The show starts at 9:30 pm CDT. Here is a link to the show.
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    Posted: July 30, 2009, 2:58pm EDT

  • California sterotype

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    This is just too funny. This really plays into the California stereotype.



    Remember that not all Californians are high when they speak in public.

    These have been a few funny thoughts of my complex mind. [...]
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    Posted: July 27, 2009, 3:48pm EDT

  • A Tribute to A Wilson Phillips


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    On Friday July 17, my pastor, friend, and spiritual father, transitioned from [...]

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    Posted: July 25, 2009, 12:13pm EDT

  • Snake Eyes Poster

    This is a really cool poster for the upcoming G.I. Joe Movie. Snake Eyes has always been my favorite Joe Character (as with most of us). I am not convinced that this movie won't blow chunks. But if it does, it is not because Snake Eyes does not look cool.[...]
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    Posted: July 14, 2009, 8:39pm EDT

  • Futuristic PSAs

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    I saw these on IO9 and had to re-post them. There are three futuristic Public Service Announcements back to back. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.



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    Posted: July 14, 2009, 4:54pm EDT

  • Pictures of Philly trip

    Here are photos of our trip into downtown Philly.


    The Liberty Bell, Constitutional Hall in the background, and family.



    This Photo is a bit more clear.



    As a History Geek, [...]
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    Posted: July 13, 2009, 9:34pm EDT

  • Birthday in Philly

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    Today, I turned 39 years old. I am spending the day with my wife's father's family in the [...]

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    Posted: July 12, 2009, 3:29pm EDT

  • Illinois Rest Stop was interesting



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    Yesterday, my wife missed the rest stop that we [...]

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    Posted: July 10, 2009, 8:23am EDT

  • Mobile Phone is a blessing on road trip

    My wife and I bought new phones around Mother's day. We bought the Samsung Eternity which is an I-Phone want-a-be. It is a touch screen and has some apps but not as much as the I-Phone. The media plan was optional but we went with it since it was half' [...]
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    Posted: July 10, 2009, 8:07am EDT

  • Preparing for vacation

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    On Thursday morning, my wife, kids, and in-laws will load up our van and begin our trek to [...]

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    Posted: July 07, 2009, 9:35pm EDT

  • America is becoming more conservative???

    According to Gallup polling, over the last five years citizens of the United States of America have become overall more conservative in their political views. Many political experts have to be scratching their heads over this news. How is this even true when the Democrats ruled the day in 2008?
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    Posted: July 06, 2009, 10:14pm EDT

  • Happy Independence Day!


    Happy Independence Day for all my readers in the United States. Take time on this Fourth of July to celebrate our Independence from tyranny. Say a special prayer for our troops and family members of our troops as they continue to protect our freedoms.

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    Posted: July 04, 2009, 2:34pm EDT

  • Movie Review: Transformers II: Revenge of the Fallen


    I have my movie review for Transformers II: Revenge of the Fallen on Inconceivable. Check it out.

    These have been a brief thought of my complex mind. [...]
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    Posted: July 03, 2009, 11:33am EDT

  • Less of Me- Update

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    After hitting a plateau of weight loss around a 40 lbs, I decided I needed to do more. I had [...]

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    Posted: July 02, 2009, 9:08pm EDT

  • Upcoming Interview

    As many readers know, I am a part of the dynamic duo of Internet radio personalities for Cowboys Pride Radio. This is a sports themed Internet radio show. Next Thursday night at 9:30 CDT, we will be interviewing the beautiful Grace Espinosa. Grace is a 2009 Hooters Calendar Girl [...]
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    Posted: May 31, 2009, 10:17pm EDT

  • Alternative Ending for Terminator Salvation

    EW.com recently broke the ending that we did not see and will not see with Terminator: Salvation. I honestly could see this ending working with this movie. The ending the studio went with was fairly predictable but allowed for this series to have more sequels. Check it out.

    "There" [...]

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    Posted: May 31, 2009, 10:00pm EDT

  • Life with an 8 Week Old

    Life has been crazy since the birth of my son eight weeks ago. It had been eight years since we have had a baby in our household. I forgot how tiring a newborn can be. He does not adapt to our schedule but we have to adapt to his, at [...]
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    Posted: May 31, 2009, 9:59pm EDT

  • Buffer Shower Dude!

    For the last couple of months, I have been working out at the Family Y regularly. My friend Bryan and I usually workout on lunch. I also lift weights a couple days a week in the evening and weekends. I have become a bit of an exercise addict for [...]
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    Posted: May 03, 2009, 9:12pm EDT

  • Land of the Lost Theme Song

    This is pretty funny. I am not sure that this will be a good movie but this season is very funny. Check it out.

    Movie Trailers - Movies Blog

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    Posted: May 02, 2009, 5:53pm EDT

  • Free Comic Book Day

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    This Saturday is Free Comic Book Day! Anyone can walk into their local comic book store and get select free comics. I would plan on going early before the good comics are gone and make sure to take your kids in with you. There will [...]
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    Posted: April 27, 2009, 9:41pm EDT

  • NFL Draft Coverage at the Fantasy Sports Counselor

    The NFL Draft is about to start. This is a very exciting time for hard core football fans. I will be covering the first round of the draft a@ the Fantasy Sports Counselor. Check it out as I keep it updated.

    These have been a few simple [...]
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    Posted: April 25, 2009, 2:54pm EDT

  • NFL Mock Draft

    Saturday April 25 and Sunday April 26 is the NFL Draft. The Draft has become a huge deal for all NFL fans. Mock drafts are extremely popular. If you would like to try your hand at it before Saturday's kickoff, you can join a Mock Draft Challenge at either [...]
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    Posted: April 21, 2009, 11:41pm EDT

  • G.I. Joe: Resolute

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    G.I. Joe Resolute is a new darker cartoon on the Adult Swim section of the Cartoon Network. It will be a ongoing nightly show. Check out the trailer below.

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    And knowing is half the battle. Yo Joe!

    These have been [...]
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    Posted: April 18, 2009, 10:44pm EDT

  • "Watch with Kristin" gets it.

    Watch with Kristin is a great online column on E Online. Kristin updates and comments on various television shows and what happened this week. I have read a ton of Kristin's articles on Lost over the last few years. This week she made a comment about American Idol running' [...]
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    Posted: April 16, 2009, 8:29am EDT

  • The Scourge- American Idol

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    I have made it no secret that I can not stand "Reality TV". I have often made fun of the [...]

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    Posted: April 15, 2009, 10:17pm EDT

  • Blond Bombshell is back on 24



    Tonight's 24 will have a guest appearance by Jack's Daughter, Kim, AKA Blond Bombshell. Starting tonight, Elisha Cuthbert will be on 24 for the rest of the season. She was a regular for the first three seasons and made a guest [...]
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    Posted: April 13, 2009, 12:32pm EDT

  • One night down, 18 years to go

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    My wife and son came home from the hospital yesterday. Everyone is very healthy and we are all doing well. [...]

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    Posted: April 09, 2009, 7:22pm EDT

  • Baby Boy has arrived

    My son was born on Sunday. I had hoped to post on it before now but having a newborn and wife in the hospital (and they are just fine) and a eight year old girl at home has kept me very busy. The wife and boy will becoming home on [...]
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    Posted: April 07, 2009, 2:22pm EDT

  • Quote of the Day 04-04-2009

    The only way to make a man trustworthy is to trust him.
    - Henry Stimson [...]
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    Posted: April 04, 2009, 9:49pm EDT

  • Home with no baby

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    My wife and I went to the hospital at 5:30 am in the belief that she would be [...]

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    Posted: March 30, 2009, 2:24pm EDT

  • Baby Boy coming tomorrow

    I have not had much time to blog of late. My wife is 9 months pregnant. She is having a C-Section tomorrow and our baby boy will be born into this world. This blog will probably be a bit quiet for a week or two but I hope to be [...]
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    Posted: March 29, 2009, 8:15pm EDT

  • SGF Blogs

    The Springfield Bloggers Association now has our own blog. This blog will be a great help in getting the word out on upcoming meetings and the Blogaronis next year. Look for the news on local blogs and events on SPG Blogs.

    SPG Blogs has announced [...]
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    Posted: March 25, 2009, 9:20pm EDT

  • Blogaronis Podcast

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    Here is the audio podcast from last night's Blogaronis. This will help those that missed this event to feel more in touch.





    These have been a few simple thoughts of my complex mind. [...]
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    Posted: March 18, 2009, 11:07pm EDT

  • The Blogaronis (The Life of Jason Treat!)

    (Photo stolen from Ozarks Photos)

    Tonight we had the award ceremony for the Blogaronis at the Patton Alley Pub. It was a well attended event with numerous local bloggers in attendance.

    Roll Call
    Jason of Life of Jason
    Dr. Andrew Cline of [...]
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    Posted: March 16, 2009, 9:46pm EDT

  • Blogaronis Tomorrow Night!

    Don't forget the most prestigious blog awards for the Springfield Local Area Bloggers, The Blogaronis, are being announced tomorrow night at 7:00 PM. Come out to the Patton Alley Pub (Downtown Springfield) to experience life on the Red Carpet for local bloggers. You can meet your favorite or most' [...]
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    Posted: March 15, 2009, 10:52pm EDT

  • Jericho Returns in Comics


    My beloved and miss treated Jericho is returning to tell more of the story. It has not been picked up for another season by CW. The rumors on the movie have lost steam. But CBS and DDP (Devil's Due Publishing) have agreed to terms' [...]

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    Posted: March 11, 2009, 10:18pm EDT

  • Hurley Con 2 Podcast and more

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    Here is the latest podcast of the Comic Book Review Squad. We were at Hurley Con 2 in Joplin, MO. We discuss the Comic Convention, review comics, and discuss the Watchmen Movie. I also included interviews with comic creators from Hurley Con.

    I will be posting a video of [...]
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    Posted: March 11, 2009, 12:50am EDT

  • Blog Roll updated

    My Blog Roll is finally updated and allowing me to make the needed changes. Blog Rolling is back up and running and have made a few cool changes. If you are a local blogger, please check and verify that your blog is included. I did remove links which had [...]
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    Posted: March 08, 2009, 9:15pm EDT

  • Break out the red carpet and go to the Blogaronis


    It is the time of year to break out the red carpet and have our Blogaronis celebration. The Blogaronis will be on Monday March16th @ 7:00 pm. It is a tradition to gather together and announce the winners. I do hope everyone that [...]
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    Posted: March 08, 2009, 7:38pm EDT

  • Watchmen Movie Review @ Inconceivable!


    Friday night, I went to the movies to see the eagerly anticipated movie adopation of the Watchmen. I just finished with my movie review which is placed over at Inconceivable!. In short, I loved this movie. For all the details, check out my [...]
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    Posted: March 08, 2009, 6:23pm EDT

  • I'm a Marvel/ I'm a DC: Wolverine vs. Rorschach

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    I love these take off of Mac/PC commercials with action figures. I am still laughing at this one. I hope you enjoy. Watch out Bale!



    These have been a few geeky thoughts of my complex mind. [...]
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    Posted: March 05, 2009, 9:52pm EST

  • Saturday Morning Watchmen???

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    I am very psyched about tomorrow's movie adaptation of the great comic miniseries from the 1980's, The Watchmen. My friends and I will be heading down town to the "Hollywood" to view this geek-tastic experience. I am excited that this movie will be sticking fairly close to the graphic novels. [...]
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    Posted: March 05, 2009, 9:09pm EST

  • Hurley Con 2- The Wrraith of Con


    This Saturday is the second annual Hurley Con (Hurley Con 2- The Wrath of Con) in Joplin, MO. It is the largest comic convention in the Joplin area. It starts at 10 AM and goes till 5 PM at the Jack Lawton Webb Convention Center. [...]
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    Posted: March 03, 2009, 8:17pm EST

  • And now the rest of the story

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    Paul Harvey passed away on Saturday. I grew up with my grandfather listening to Paul Harvey and I fell in love with Harvey's voice and his upbeat, positive view of life. I never minded having to stand by for the news. Paul Harvey created a desire for me to be' [...]
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    Posted: March 03, 2009, 7:51pm EST

  • Springfield Tea Party

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    Last Friday, a few hundred individuals from the local area gathered together to protest the massive increase in Federal Government spending. There were groups all around the country meeting to protest the bailouts and socialist spending on Friday. Instapundit helped the promotion of these [...]
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    Posted: March 02, 2009, 10:12pm EST

  • CBS Sports Fantasy Baseball Commissioner


    CBS Sports Fantasy Baseball Commissioner is a business partner of this blog. If you are looking for Commissioner services, I suggest you check out CBS' excellent site. Here are a few reasons to examine CBS before going with someone else:
    CBSSports.com Commissioner has won the FSTA “Best League' [...]
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    Posted: March 01, 2009, 11:25pm EST

  • Last Day to Vote for Blogaronis

    Today is the final day to vote for the Blogaronis (Springfield Local Area Bloggers Awards). The voting goes through 11:59 pm tonight at The Blogaronis. If you are a local blogger and have not received an invite, please e-mail me and I will get you set up as quick [...]
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    Posted: February 28, 2009, 10:37am EST

  • Watching as Splendor Falls

    Watching as Splendor Falls
    By Larry Litle

    2-28-2009


    Watching as splendor
    Falls from the sky
    Perfectly formed flakes
    Becoming coverage as they lie
    Blanking the land
    In its magnificent white
    The gloomy dark clouds
    Bring forth such light

    [...]
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    Posted: February 28, 2009, 10:31am EST

  • Blogaronis Deadline quickly Approaching

    The deadline to vote on the Blogaronis is quickly approaching. The polls close at 11:59 pm on Saturday Feb. 28th. There has been record turn out for this year's voting and I hope the voting continues for all that are eligible. If you are a local blogger or know of' [...]
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    Posted: February 26, 2009, 5:27pm EST

  • My Spidey Sense is tingling with danger

    I have been a fan of the Wall Crawler for almost 35 years. As a kid, I used to watch Electric Company just to see their dumb down version of Spidey. I was glued to the terrible 70's short lived live action show. I viewed every cartoon version of the' [...]

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    Posted: February 25, 2009, 11:22pm EST

  • Nice Guys Finish ...

    All of my life I have heard that nice guys finish last. Society as a whole tells us this with our entertainment and in general philosophy. Friends and family members have said this to my face numerous times over my life time. This truth appears to resonate both in business [...]

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    Posted: February 22, 2009, 1:10pm EST

  • Street Fighter: The Legend Of Chun-Li

    Enclosure: [download]
    The Street Fighter movie of the 90's was a horrible waste of time. This is true of most movies based on video games. I never thought I would be interested in a Street Fighter movie but I have to admit that Street Fighter: The Legend Of Chun-Li actually looks interesting.' [...]
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    Posted: February 21, 2009, 9:09am EST

  • Blogaroni Voting Continues

    The voting for the Blogaronis (Springfield Local Area Bloggers Awards) continues over at The Blogaronis. The numbers of people voting has been at a good level so far. The last couple of years, I have seen just over 20 local bloggers voting for the awards. So far this year, [...]
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    Posted: February 20, 2009, 11:00am EST

  • Hurley's Blog


    For the Lost Fans out there, here is a link to Jorge Garcia's (Hurley aka Hugo) blog, Dispatches From the Island. It is a fun blog where he talks about every day life and sometimes Lost. I hope you enjoy.
    [...]
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    Posted: February 19, 2009, 7:13pm EST

  • 32 Team Mock Draft GM Contest


    The Fine Folks over at Sports Jabber are holding a 32 Team Mock Draft GM Contest. You can sign up for the mock draft and act as the GM for your favorite team, well if they are left. If your favorite is already [...]
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    Posted: February 19, 2009, 6:56pm EST

  • Radio in Double Dose

    Most of my readers know that I have been the regular Co-Host on Cowboys Pride Radio for some time. This Thursday night at 9:30 pm CST, I will get the opportunity to be the full fledge host. I will be setting the agenda and will be leading the discussions [...]

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    Posted: February 17, 2009, 9:57pm EST

  • Blog Roll Purgatory

    My Blog Roll software (Blogrolling) has been suffering from technical difficulties for the last couple of months. They have reported the issue and the fact that they are working on this issue but that was at the beginning of January. I could find different software but then I would [...]

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    Posted: February 17, 2009, 9:44pm EST

  • Polls are up and open

    The polls are fully up and open at The Blogaronis. This site is a by invite only site for only local bloggers. If you are a local blogger and have not already received an e-mail invite, please e-mail me your name, blog, and e-mail address and I will make [...]
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    Posted: February 17, 2009, 4:29pm EST

  • The Nominations are IN!

    The nominations for the Blogaronis (Springfield Local Area Bloggers Awards) are in. Here is the list below.

    1. Best Special Event Coverage (Blog and the coverage)

    Desdinova Super Villain of the Ozarks- Lebanon City Council Scandal
    Ozarkstorms - January 7-8, 2008 Tornado Outbreak Coverage [...]

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    Posted: February 16, 2009, 10:16pm EST

  • Promote Your Blogs with a Blogaroni Nomination

    I know several local bloggers which are hesitant to nominate themselves for a Blogaroni (Springfield Local Area Bloggers Awards). Since no one knows your blog as well as you do, then it only makes sense that you should be able to promote your great achievements. With only a week left [...]
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    Posted: February 09, 2009, 8:24am EST

  • Promote Your Blog with a Blogaroni Nomination

    I know several local bloggers which are hesitant to nominate themselves for a Blogaroni (Springfield Local Area Bloggers Awards). Since no one knows your blog as well as you do, then it only makes sense that you should be able to promote your great achievements. With only a week left [...]
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    Posted: February 08, 2009, 9:04pm EST

  • Cool New TV Trailer

    Enclosure: [download]
    Here is a cool new trailer for both the Sarah Conner Chronicles and Joss Whedon's Doll House. Check out the Grindhouse feel to this trailer.



    These have been a few simple thoughts of my complex mind. ' [...]
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    Posted: February 08, 2009, 8:51pm EST

  • The Stimulus Package approval rating is free falling



    The mammoth spending package of 4/5 of a Trillion Dollars is losing popularity by the day according to the latest Rasmssen poll. 45 % of the American people supported this bill two weeks ago. Now only 37% support this spending. Only 64% of [...]
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    Posted: February 06, 2009, 8:47pm EST

  • New Watchmen Trailer

    Enclosure: [download]
    Another really cool Watchmen trailer. I am geeked out about this movie.



    These have been a few simple thoughts of my complex mind. [...]
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    Posted: February 06, 2009, 8:41pm EST

  • Land of the Lost Trailer

    I love the old Land of the Lost series. I helped shape my childhood. Here is a trailer for the new movie. I sort of enjoyed the preview. I have heard horrible things about the script but I will have to go opening weekend anyway. I hope I love it. [...]
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    Posted: February 01, 2009, 1:34pm EST

  • Snow Days

    The last two days I have stayed home with my daughter. Springfield Schools were canceled due to snow and ice. On Wednesday, I stayed home so my wife could focus on her end of the month work. Today, I stayed home because my wife did not sleep well last night, [...]
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    Posted: January 29, 2009, 8:32pm EST

  • Blogaronis FAQ

    Here are some quick FAQs on the Springfield Local Area Bloggers Awards (Blogaronis) and the voting process.

    1) Who can vote for these distinguished awards?
    A) Only local bloggers with an established blog before 1-1-09. The blogger should live within an hour of Springfield. (If they are from the [...]
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    Posted: January 26, 2009, 10:56pm EST

  • Belated Blogaronis

    A month and a half ago, I intended to kick off the Blogaroni (Springfield Area Bloggers Awards) season. I did not follow through. Now it is late January and I am finally getting this started. It is time to nominate local blogs and their mastermind authors for these exclusive awards. [...]

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    Posted: January 26, 2009, 8:29pm EST

  • Mac Attack



    We all have those friends that are snotty Mac owners. They always seem to think their overpriced Computer Lites are superior to our PCs. One of their obsessive talking points is that Mac are immune to computer viruses, worms, and other malicious ware. I [...]
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    Posted: January 26, 2009, 7:39pm EST

  • Watchmen Trailer- Dr. Manhattan Newscast

    Enclosure: [download]
    Here is a new trailer for the Watchmen Movie. It is a newscast about Dr. Manhattan. Hope you enjoy.



    These have been a few geeky thoughts of my complex mind. [...]
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    Posted: January 26, 2009, 11:00pm EST

  • Springfield Missouri Area Jobs

    I came across a very interesting website tonight. It is Springfield Missouri Area Jobs. The goal of this site is to help local individuals find a job and employers to find good employees. Here is what it states about itself.

    Welcome to Springfield Area Jobs. This is [...]

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    Posted: January 25, 2009, 10:29pm EST

  • On Facebook

    Recently I decided to start a Facebook account. One of my sisters has an account and she has been enjoying it and connecting with old friends. As soon as I created my account, I have had old friends and acquaintances, contact me and reestablish a relationship. The site has several [...]
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    Posted: January 25, 2009, 8:44pm EST

  • The Wing Nut and the Bleeding Heart

    On Election day, Bryan and I bought these shirts on Shirt.Woot (each day has a different deal on a T-shirt of the day). Bryan is wearing the Bleeding Heart Liberal shirt and I am sporting the Wing Nut Conservative shirt (I am on the Right side and Bryan [...]
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    Posted: January 22, 2009, 1:07pm EST

  • Great Quote from Tonight's Lost

    "You know maybe if you eat more comfort food, you wouldn't have to go around shooting people." -- Hugo (Hurley) to Sayid [...]
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    Posted: January 21, 2009, 8:32pm EST

  • Quote of the Day 1-21-2009

    "It is bad luck to be superstitious." - Andrew W. Mathis [...]
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    Posted: January 21, 2009, 10:23am EST

  • My President


    Today at 12:00 pm EST, President Barack Obama became the 44th President of the United States of America. The next four (or eight years) President Obama will be the undisputed leader of the Free World. He is my President.

    I did not vote for President [...]

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    Posted: January 20, 2009, 8:00pm EST

  • Video- Hail to the Geek

    Enclosure: [download]
    It is good to be a geek. Check out the video.



    These have been a few simple thoughts of my complex mind.

    [...]
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    Posted: January 19, 2009, 10:41pm EST

  • President Obama calls President Bush "A Good Guy"

    President Barack Obama has just called SATAN a good guy. Okay, that is not true. But he did refer to President George W. Bush as a good guy, which is the same thing to many liberals. He went on to state the President Bush made the best decisions he could [...]
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    Posted: January 18, 2009, 9:09pm EST

  • Guess who is back to blogging?

    Dad's on a Rant Again is back up. After a 6 month layoff (and a 6 month layoff before that one), Bryan has come back home to the blogosphere. He has a new post over at Dad is on a Rant Again claiming that he has returned. [...]
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    Posted: January 18, 2009, 4:58pm EST

  • Cloak of Invisibility

    A cloak of Invisibility sounds like something right out of a Harry Potter book. But this cloak is something that science is working on and they believe it will be functioning by the end of the year. Scientists have been working on a special new material [...]
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    Posted: January 17, 2009, 9:37pm EST

  • Jericho fans have hope

    The CBS Network twice canceled the wonderful television show Jericho. Jericho may be rising from the radioactive ashes once again. The CW is re-airing the first season's episode. If it does well, it is possible that the CW would pick it up for more seasons.
    [...]

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    Posted: January 17, 2009, 8:22pm EST

  • Over Stimulated


    Here is the headline that grabbed my attention this morning: House Democrats propose $825 Billion Stimulus Bill. I was completely floored. $825 Billion in stimulus will be added straight to our National Deficit. I am so blown away with that number. I thought the [...]
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    Posted: January 15, 2009, 9:20am EST

  • 24 -Season 7


    I am a huge fan of the television series 24. I have been a regular watcher since the first season. During the last couple of seasons, the writing and plot have been lacking but I still love the characters. Because of the writers' [...]

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    Posted: January 13, 2009, 9:52pm EST

  • Inconceivable! and Places

    My two joint blogs (with other fellow bloggers) Inconceivable! and Places We've Been, Sites We've Seen are back up and running with new posts in the last few days. I am hopeful that my cohorts on those blogs will also start posting to them. Please check them out. [...]
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    Posted: January 11, 2009, 9:28pm EST

  • CNN about the Spidey/Obama comic

    CNN's Morning show had a piece on the Spidey/Obama issue. In this piece the Editor-In-Chief of Marvel Comics refers to the President Elect as the "Future Nerd and Chief". Check it out.

    Embedded video from CNN Video

    These have been a few simple thoughts of my complex [...]
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    Posted: January 09, 2009, 10:37pm EST

  • Pushing Daisies is being pushed off

    Pushing Daisies is my yearly television series that I really enjoy but the network sees fit to kill off. ABC has announced that they will not be renewing Pushing Daisies which has bummed me and my daughter.

    The writing staff did a [...]
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    Posted: January 08, 2009, 10:58pm EST

  • Spidey Review on The Graphic Classroom


    As always, I am trying to branch out my writing and grow as a scribe. Anytime I can write about my passion for comic books, I try to take advantage of it. My buddy Chris over at The Graphic Classroom offered an opportunity to [...]
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    Posted: January 08, 2009, 12:57pm EST
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