Talent Wasted

Every coach of young men and woman should point to the tragedy surrounding Chris Henry as a lesson for all young athletes. The message is pretty simple in this case. In doesn't matter how much talent you have, if you make bad choices in life it usually leads to bad things.

It's sad what happened to Chris Henry, especially if it's true he was turning his life around. But in the end, it's clear he was still making the wrong choices and this time it cost him his life - a real tragedy.

Politics Makes Strange Bedfellows!

Its ironic while he gets heat from his own party, the President found support for his speech accepting the Nobel Peace Prize from the the most unlikely source - former Speaker and Contract for America author, Newt Gingrich. The Speaker was quoted as saying, "I think having a liberal President who goes to Oslo on behalf of a peace prize and reminds the committee that they would not be free, they wouldn't be able to have a peace prize without have [the ability to use] force. I thought in some ways it's a very historic speech".

Now only if the Speaker could muster the courage to speech candidly about Health Reform and Global Warming.

Talk About Good Genes

Cheers to Mr Brady and Ms Gisele on the arrival of their baby boy.

Rumor has it Gisele is already working out to get rid of the baby fat.

A Happy Birthday

It was theMan's Birthday today, which usually mean a day of erratic behavior and this year proved to be no different. After another rough day at work, shopping for his gift and getting his favorite flowers, I returned home to a man already off the wall. Unfortunately, I had little strength to deal with his angst and figured a dinner out would help. And it did, even though he got drunk (the right of all birthday babies I believe) and was obnoxious at times.

In the end, it turned out to be a good night because he had a good time on his birthday. And isn't that what Birthday's are about? To enjoy your "day", accept any and all gifts and act like a fool if you chose too once a year. Happy Birthday, theMan, may the years ahead provide you even more time to make an ass out of yourself. I love you.

Life's a Blur

After months of deliberation, I finally bit the bullet and upgraded mine and theMan's phone. Sorry, Apple, but I'm not a fanatical follower and passed on the IPhone. To me Apple has been more about brand name and status than actually product quality. Cute designs and cool gadgets don't cover up programming deficiencies.

Instead, I opted for the Motorola Clig with Blur and can honestly say I'm pretty satisfied. With Google's Android and other web based applications, I can do pretty much what I want while on the road. Including the ability to check all my messages - phone, email and social sites updates - with just one touch. Gotta love it. Check the phone out at

http://www.motorola.com/us

Just a Few Things to Be Thankful For

As Thanksgiving approaches I am thankful for a few things. Here are a few:

Thankful I have my health, family and friends.

Thankful I still have a job.

Thankful that Tom Brady is healthy.

Thankful Bush is now a former President.

Thankful God keeps producing Men like Jay Sean.

But above all, I am thankful to love and have the love of theMan.

A Day to Remember

The son of a 20 year Navy guy, I know all too well the pride and pain that goes along with life in the military. It's easy to see this just as another day off (although I worked - the Insurance racket takes few holidays) but it's so much more if you really think about it. Pro or Anti War, there can be no debate over the honor of those who have risked their lives to defend this country.

"Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow you into the deepest valley. Look upon them as your own beloved sons, and they will stand by you even in death"

Sun Tzu - 6 century BC Chinese General and Military strategist.

One Sexy Ninja!

Looks like my dream man, Rain, is starring in his own movie Ninja Assassin which is about scheduled to be released on Nov 25. Not that I'm a big fan of the Ninja type movie, but he sure looks good swinging that sword around.

Check him out at http://ninja-assassin-movie.warnerbros.com/

War Is Hell

Alot of people have an opinion on the War in Afghanistan - more troops, less troops - but in the end only one man will have to live with the decision to send young men and women off to a war.

Maybe thats why the President went to Dover last night. You might as well see face first one of the consequences of the decision you are about to make.

Ouch!

In my old days when I still slept with females. this is one woman that would've caught my attention. Sure she's not the greatest singer nor the greatest dancer, but she sure knows how to strike a pose!

Rihanna's Roulette was released today but it may be her photo that gets the most attention. It certainly caught mine. The bitch is hot!

http://rihannanow.com/

One Distraction for Another

Showing how quickly my taste change, my buddy, Obamakin, sent me a song from Jay Sean, the latest hip-hop star, with a twist - he was born in England where his Sikh parents had migrated to from India.

After success in Europe, the stud signed on with CashMoney (of all labels) for his American debut which has began with his new single "Down". Needless to say, I'd like to go down on him.

Check him out at http://www.jaysean.com/

My Latest Obsession

While making a regular visit to the web site of Al Jazeera News (no I am not a extremist - just keeping informed) I came across this hottie - Lewis Hamilton - a Formula One Race Car driver who knew he wanted to race car at the age of 10.

Without saying, I've become a big Formula One race fan - but not for the fast cars - but the racing hot men. Check him out at:

http://www.lewishamilton.com

Taking A Minute

Life sometimes can be a bit overwhelming whether it be the demands from your job, your significant other, or your inner circle and you need time to step back and regroup...

...which for me usually means distracting myself with a good time and lazing around with a sexy man - this time with a "friend" from Jersey City - who was in town for work the past month. Now that it's over, I find myself back where I started at work and home but at least left with memories of some fun times which, in the end, makes the hassles of life alittle bit more bearable.

Just Like Old Times

Although it was a rocky start, by the end of the game between my beloved Pats and the Bills, Tom Brady re-established himself as the Franchise of New England. When the Pats got lucky (or the Bills got stupid) with a fumble recovery, I had a gut feeling this would be one of those Brady moments. And was it ever. By the time the smoke had cleared, the Bills were left stunned like a punch drunk boxer - wondering what happened. You gave Tom Brady another chance, that's what happened.

Welcome back, Mr Brady. We've missed you here, handsome!

Shame On You!

Maybe once and for all we can see Kanye West for what he is.

One ignorant dude!

Are You Ready

Downloaded Trey Songz new CD "Ready" this week which turns out to be pretty good. Minus the fluff girly pieces, the hot young stud shows alot of potential with such tracks as "Neighbors Know My Name" and "Ready to Make Luv".

Also, he's shown he's a good businessman with a PR campaign that has targeted his biggest fans - young females (as well a gay men) by using Tweeter and using a cover sure to attract attention. Check him out at

http://www.treysongz.com/

Summer of 09

Labor Day has come and gone, meaning the end of Summer for most of us. Most summers usually have a theme, a song, movie or some other memorable moment which it's remembered by. This summer it has to be either the weather or the health care hysteria. From the constant rain of July to the lunatics taking over the town hall meetings, it's one summer I'll quickly forget.

Accept for the one distraction who made my trips to Providence this summer memorable. Who though the Little State in the Union could provide the best memories for the Summer of 09.

Tedy, the other Patriot

Kind of wierd how this weekend we put Teddy to rest, while another local favorite who happens to be named Tedy, retires after 13 seasons and 3 Super Bowl Rings with the New England Patriots. Under-rated, hard working and instinctive, Tedy defied all odds, even a stroke, to become the best he could be.

His leadership and good lucks will be sorely missed.

Goodnight, Teddy

If you are gay, a college student, a person with a disabilities, a laborer, a senior citizion or just plain poor, you lost a true champion today. Despite all his failings, Senator Edward Kennedy will be missed by many. His death symbolizes an end of an era where those we elected actually cared not only about the people they represented but their country as well. To someone like Teddy, it was more about how can we make this work, not about how can we stop this. In the end, the Last Great Lion, was a perfect example of the true American spirit - flaws and all.

Good Night, Teddy, you can finally rest.

Sad Fall From Grace

How quickly things can change, even for the rich and famous? A year ago, Chris Brown was one of the hottest stars around, had his own commercials and was dating one of the hottest RB singers around. Today, he was sentenced to five years probation, six months of community services and an ordered to stay away from Rihanna for the at least 5 years for his assault on her earlier this year. Already dropped by one major sponsor along with being the unfavorable target of the gossip industry, CB's image has taken a major hit. In the end, I can only think about how tragic it is - because they probably do love each other very much. But in reality, I think of one of my favorite quotes.

"Never forget what a man says to you when he is angry" by Henry Ward Beecher, a American clergy man from the 19th Century, who ironically was brought to trial to answer charges of adultery of all things - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Beecher

Is it Over Already?

The only good thing about the end of summer is the beginning of football season.

Today's hunk, Larry Fitzgerald, from the Arizona Cardinals, is brought to you by the issue of this month's, Men's Fitness Magazine. Check it him out at http://www.mensfitness.com/

5 Star Health Care

When it comes to health insurance, how would you like this plan? A program which offers you a handful of different health plans to chose from, which also covers your spouse and dependents with no waiting period or threat of being denied coverage due to pre-conditions. You also get access to your own doctor's office at work along with your own pharmacy. All for a fraction of what most American's pay for health insurance thanks to tax payer subsidies.

Sounds too good to be true? It's not. It's what every Senator and Representative gets the day they are sworn into office. No wonder why they see no need to talk seriously about health care reform. Its not about the 40 to 50 million without health insurance. Its about those who already have it and don't want their free ride to end.

Hang In There!

And I thought I was having a bad morning at the office when I turned and looked out my window to see this!

Not exactly how one wants to start their morning - hanging on for your life 37 floors up!

Say it Ain't So!

Just another example of what's wrong with our country today, as more names from the performance enhancement test the MLB ran back in 2003, which was suppose to be confidential and destroyed afterwards, were leaked to the press. This time it was Manny (again) and Big Papi David Ortiz. Another black eye for baseball, some say. But for me, it's more of another black eye for America as a whole.

What's happening in baseball seems to be just another symbol of what's wrong with much of America and it's economy. No longer is hard work rewarded, instead we've become a labor force which expects it all in return for just showing up to work each day. These days its who you know, the color of your skin, your gender or your ability to manipulate the system which gets you ahead. So today as we sit and shake our heads over two more fallen "heroes" we should remember that at the same time we are sitting in judgement of ourselves as a society, too.

It finally feels like Summer!

The blazing sun, intense thunderstorms and the nasty humidty has finally arrived here in Beantown.

And it feels good! Time for some "California Love" - 2pac Style!

http://www.2paclegacy.com/

When it Rains it Pours

It's funny how the frenzy over healthcare has produced a host of Republican sharks trying to use the issue to derail the Obama Presidency. Read the newspaper, listen to the radio or watch the TV News and all you hear is how the President is under seige for "trying to do too much - too quickly". Like the idea of bringing down cost of health care and making it a right for everyone is asking too much. Especially from elected officials who get their own free plan at the expense of taxpayers. Or the health care industry which reported recorded profits in the last year alone. When did it become okay to make obscene profits at the health of someone else?

So while the Republicans campaign to bring Obama to his "Waterloo", and weak-minded Democrats cave into to politics, millions of Americans will go without care, not seek treatment until their conditions get serious which will require only more costly treatment and drive countless numbers of families into bankruptcy because insurance companies won't cover their medical expenses. I should know - I work for an Insurance company.

A "Brief" Wrap up of My Time Off

Sometimes we becomes so wrapped up with our jobs and our problems, we tend to forget the benefits of what I call "quality time" to ourselves and the ones we love. It's during these times we replenshish our inner strength and refine our focus in life. It's also a time we tend to feel at most ease and find moments of geniune happiness.

Back in Boston after a glorious weekend in the sun with the people I care most about it, I return to the real world with its issues and problems, but all is not lost. Without giving away too much about my few days off, all I can say is that I can't get the thought of this cutie in Calvin Klein undies out of my mind. Often times its the simple pleasures which make us most happy.

Inspiration for All Us 40 plus!

Proof that just because you pass 40 doesn't mean you still can't achieve your dreams. At 40+ Tim Wakefield not only shared the lead in wins so far this season with 11, but he was chosen for his first All Star appearance.

It shows you that age is just a number. Regardless of your age, you are as young as your heart and desire. You only become old when you stop dreaming.

Nothing Like New Shoes

While on the road this week, I found this shoe outlet where I found this nice pair Guess Deacon2 for just $39.00. I like the color and figured they'd be good for the office this summer. Plus they were comfortable.

Once back in Boston, I checked them out on-line and realized Guess originally marked them for $130 and were now being sold for $116 on Shoe.com. Nothing like a new pair of shoes, especially when you get the deal.

The Four Horseman!

My hometown Celtics made the big move by signing Rasheed Wallace, turning the Big Three into the Four Horseman. Not that the Green had much choice with the Cavs, Magic and Lakers all making moves to improve their already good teams. In the end, Boston needed to do something.

Either way, it's a good move and should prove to be an exciting season. In some ways, this reminds me of the Yankee-Red Sox war where each team tries to outdo each other with off-season signings. I'm sure the small market teams hate it but hell this is the big leagues isn't it?

My New Hit Show!

Coming this Fall to Fox TV - a new political comedy titled The Grand Old Party! It's a sitcom about a conservative family in the suburbs who spend their days meddling in each other's lives and alienating their neighbors with their high-minded antics.

In the lead role would be Dick, the matriarch of the dsyfunctional family, who sees enemies everywhere and is known to prefer taking his enemies duck hunting over torture.

Mitt, is his well polished son, who is known to say or do anything to get whatever he wants, like complaining about illegal aliens even while he hires them to cut his lawn.

Sarah, Dick's former daughter in-law, who was ousted from the family because she liked expensive clothes and got under Dick's skin with her hillbilly lingo.

Rush, Dick's other son who is like his father but fatter and more obnoxious with a habit of picking on women and popping pills.

Newt, is the neighbor, who spends most of his time agreeing with Dick about everything and known to put people to sleep with his sermonizing.

Mike, is the likeable but eccentric Preacher, who loves the pulpit both in church and in front of a television camera.

Happy Birthday to My Main Man!

Saturday was my favorite cat, 2pac, Birthday - a real 4th of July Pussy!

His special day consisted of a can of real tuna, some special treats and a new glitzy collar - which he promptly got off and left behind. He's a No-Bling Tiger!

I'd Like to be Burned By Him

It's nice after a week of working like crazy and having little free time to myself to have a quiet night alone and watching my new favorite man on TV - Jeffrey Donovan of Burn Notice on USA.

The show can be cheesy at times, but there's something about this guy that is both sexy and funny, a rare commodity these days. Plus, his sidekick, Sam, is a scream, too. The show is shot in Miami, just another reason to move to my favorite city.

Death of 2 Icons

It was a bad day for the Pop Culture World after losing two of its biggest Icons. First, Farrah Fawcett succumbed to her long battle with cancer, then Michael Jackson died after his heart stopped. Although I was never a huge fan of either (I was in love with Jacklyn Smith - and was rocking more to Bruce and U2) but I can understand the sense of loss their fans feel. At the same time I feel sympathy for the media and stand-up comics who lost two of their biggest targets.

Yet in the end, what bothers me is that the death of an actress who publicly battled cancer till the end, is somehow superceded by the death of a singer who is best known for his freakish looks and behaviors. It makes me wonder - what does that say about us as a society?