Too Much Wine and Lil Mikey Did It!!
Holy cow has it been a busy month. There was my glorious 35th birthday extravaganza at the beginning of September, a dove hunt that turned into a drunk-fest, and recently a trip back up to Tulsa for a surprise 60th b-day celebration for Moms. Yo. Also, there was a bit of work to do in between. As a result, I am now full of toxins and way late on posting here. It’s been so long that I had to go back and look up what it was I lasted posted about. Oh well, we’re all a forgiving bunch, or so I hope. Here we go.
Last I spoke on these hallowed ether pages the Arsenal had just beaten the Scum. Since then they have continued their winning run having beaten Sevilla 3-0 (CL), Derby 5-0 (League), Newcastle 2-0 (Carling Cup), at West Sham 1-0 (League) and finally last night in Romania against FC Steaua Bucharest the boys won 1-0 in the second CL group play fixture.
Whew! That is 12 unbeaten since the season begun and 9 straight wins! Granted, none of these matches (apart from Sevilla) have been against some of the bigger clubs, but these were matches the Gunners lost or drew last season. This good early run should pay off nicely as we move further into the season and start to face some of the big 4, which starts at the end of the month with a trip to ‘pool and ManU at home the following weekend.
I’ve really been impressed with the way the club has been playing lately. Even when they don’t look as sharp (like last night), they still seem to have a firm belief that they can win. There isn’t any panic and they stick with Wenger’s game plan, which is to control the ball and attack. This doesn’t mean there isn’t room to improve, Almunia’s flapping about and Big Phil’s mis-steps, etc. but the quality is there and it just takes time to fully develop. Come on you Reds.
In other football news, Plymouth won it’s last match against Palace 1-0 to secure their first home win of the season. The winning goal was from Peter Halmosi
in the 50th minute. The win puts the Argyle in 9th place on 13 points. I have a Plymouth match saved on the old DVR and hopefully I’ll get to watch it, even though it is from a few weeks ago. Also, the Argyle were knocked out of the Carling Cup recently by West Sham, which stinks, but hopefully they will put in another good run in the FA Cup this season.
Also, Chelski and England Captain John Terry got his melon smashed up a bit last weekend by American Clint Dempsey. Seems Terry’s cheek bone or something or other
(great reporting eh?) was busted and he needed surgery. He was told to sit out weeks, Captain, O’ Captain was having none of that. He has been outfitted with a mask to protect his cheek knack. Here it is. Argh. I think I’m getting one of those for Halloween.
In American football, the Cowboys are kickin ass. Huzzah. 4-0. America’s team is back. ‘Nuff said!
Finally, as I’m nearing the end of my lunch hour and my lil digits hurt, the President’s Cup took place this last weekend. The United Stated took on the world (or international squad) in Montreal. The course was beautiful and so was the play. The US came out strong on Thursday and took 5 ½ points to the Int’l ½. Then on Friday the Int’ls came back to level things up a bit at 7 (US) to 5 (Int’l) or something along those lines. Saturday was the American’s time to shine again and swept the morning rounds and pretty much split the afternoon. When Sunday began, the US only needed 3 points to retain the cup. The Internationals needed a miracle and played their hearts out, but it wasn’t to be. The US had a few key victories, like Mickelson spanking Singh 5 and 4, to end the cup at 19 ½ to 14 ½. It seems the Americans were much more relaxed and took it all in stride. If only they could carry that feeling to next year’s Rider Cup.
The highlight though was Canadian Mike Weir taking on Woods in the 4th match. Weir went 3 up pretty quickly and hung on for awhile. After the turn though, Woods began his typical surge, cut the lead to nothing, and then even went up a hole. Everyone seemed to think the little lefty Canuk was caput. But Weir stayed in there with birdies on the last few holes to take the match and the point. It didn’t give the team the win, but it sure did wonders for Weir who has been struggling the last year or two. I hope to see more wins from Mike next season. He is a good golfer and good man.
Also, if you didn’t see Woody Austin fall in the water on 14 on Saturday, here you go. Classic. The guy used to bug me, but after this and his just laughing it off (and his good play), I have a new respect for the man.
Well, I’ve had all the fun I can handle. I need to get back to the grind so I can cut out a bit early and pick up an anniversary card for my wife. 9 years together today. Seems like it has only been 8 and half! Hah!
Adios
Last I spoke on these hallowed ether pages the Arsenal had just beaten the Scum. Since then they have continued their winning run having beaten Sevilla 3-0 (CL), Derby 5-0 (League), Newcastle 2-0 (Carling Cup), at West Sham 1-0 (League) and finally last night in Romania against FC Steaua Bucharest the boys won 1-0 in the second CL group play fixture.
Whew! That is 12 unbeaten since the season begun and 9 straight wins! Granted, none of these matches (apart from Sevilla) have been against some of the bigger clubs, but these were matches the Gunners lost or drew last season. This good early run should pay off nicely as we move further into the season and start to face some of the big 4, which starts at the end of the month with a trip to ‘pool and ManU at home the following weekend. I’ve really been impressed with the way the club has been playing lately. Even when they don’t look as sharp (like last night), they still seem to have a firm belief that they can win. There isn’t any panic and they stick with Wenger’s game plan, which is to control the ball and attack. This doesn’t mean there isn’t room to improve, Almunia’s flapping about and Big Phil’s mis-steps, etc. but the quality is there and it just takes time to fully develop. Come on you Reds.
In other football news, Plymouth won it’s last match against Palace 1-0 to secure their first home win of the season. The winning goal was from Peter Halmosi
in the 50th minute. The win puts the Argyle in 9th place on 13 points. I have a Plymouth match saved on the old DVR and hopefully I’ll get to watch it, even though it is from a few weeks ago. Also, the Argyle were knocked out of the Carling Cup recently by West Sham, which stinks, but hopefully they will put in another good run in the FA Cup this season.Also, Chelski and England Captain John Terry got his melon smashed up a bit last weekend by American Clint Dempsey. Seems Terry’s cheek bone or something or other
(great reporting eh?) was busted and he needed surgery. He was told to sit out weeks, Captain, O’ Captain was having none of that. He has been outfitted with a mask to protect his cheek knack. Here it is. Argh. I think I’m getting one of those for Halloween. In American football, the Cowboys are kickin ass. Huzzah. 4-0. America’s team is back. ‘Nuff said!
Finally, as I’m nearing the end of my lunch hour and my lil digits hurt, the President’s Cup took place this last weekend. The United Stated took on the world (or international squad) in Montreal. The course was beautiful and so was the play. The US came out strong on Thursday and took 5 ½ points to the Int’l ½. Then on Friday the Int’ls came back to level things up a bit at 7 (US) to 5 (Int’l) or something along those lines. Saturday was the American’s time to shine again and swept the morning rounds and pretty much split the afternoon. When Sunday began, the US only needed 3 points to retain the cup. The Internationals needed a miracle and played their hearts out, but it wasn’t to be. The US had a few key victories, like Mickelson spanking Singh 5 and 4, to end the cup at 19 ½ to 14 ½. It seems the Americans were much more relaxed and took it all in stride. If only they could carry that feeling to next year’s Rider Cup.The highlight though was Canadian Mike Weir taking on Woods in the 4th match. Weir went 3 up pretty quickly and hung on for awhile. After the turn though, Woods began his typical surge, cut the lead to nothing, and then even went up a hole. Everyone seemed to think the little lefty Canuk was caput. But Weir stayed in there with birdies on the last few holes to take the match and the point. It didn’t give the team the win, but it sure did wonders for Weir who has been struggling the last year or two. I hope to see more wins from Mike next season. He is a good golfer and good man.
Also, if you didn’t see Woody Austin fall in the water on 14 on Saturday, here you go. Classic. The guy used to bug me, but after this and his just laughing it off (and his good play), I have a new respect for the man.
Well, I’ve had all the fun I can handle. I need to get back to the grind so I can cut out a bit early and pick up an anniversary card for my wife. 9 years together today. Seems like it has only been 8 and half! Hah!
Adios
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