Cugalabanza

Let us not fail to mention perhaps the most cantankerous of sporting gentlemen, those belligerent purveyors of badminton and croquet. I certainly do not envy the poor chap who encounters a rowdy gang of badmintoners returning from their after dinner cognac. These rambunctious lads will not hesitate to unleash a devastating flurry of incisive witticisms upon an unsuspecting fellow simply for the deliciously wicked merriment of it all.

Happy accursed birthday to all three of you!

I'd like to see that. I'd like to *CLICK* that bastard real good one time. Then we'll see who needs HELP.

I feel bad for the people who go into that store and then don't know how to get out because the exit is mislabeled "START."

Fun game to watch. I like the offensive style the U.S. went with (Donovan, Ching, Dempsey, Beasley, Kljestan all out there at the same time). Bradley had a dream game. Besides scoring both goals, he was consistently playing well in the middle of the field, delivering great balls forward. Mexico looked like chumps to me. They created a couple of nice chances, but did not play as well as I expected. That red card was deserved--that was a dirty challenge against Howard. Mexico seems to be going in a bad direction lately. I would not be surprised to see a similar result when these teams meet again in August in Mexico City.

Ooh, let's hide a shiv in Dean's birthday cake. Happy Birthday you buncha bastards!

Happy Birthday, ExiledInIllinois! Have a great one!

It's just like dealing with zombies. You may think it's over, but they keep coming back until you DESTROY THE BRAIN. Always DESTROY THE BRAIN!

Trick question. It was Dick Jauron, in a press conference, rationalizing all the wasted timeouts and blown replay challenges. We're still waiting for Ralph to bring him his cup of hemlock.

I like to watch the soccer on the tee vee. I don't know why. My friends all make fun of me and push me down and laugh and call me fancy soccer watching boy, but I don't care.

I know. I need to carve out a little extra time in my life to start following the Bundesliga and specifically Bayern. Dempsey seems to be doing pretty well in Fulham this year too. I love seeing these guys getting quality time in the top leagues.

Awesome! Thanks for the heads-up. I will definitely tune in for this. Looks like U.S. will be stocked with the big names, Howard, Bocanegra, Adu, Dempsey,Altidore, Donovan, etc... I think I read somewhere that Feilhaber is on the roster. He really impressed me a while back and then I think he had some injuries and kind of disappeared. I'd like to see him make a solid return in the MF.

I love my Toshiba Regza 37". I am thinking about getting the 32" version for the bedroom.

I dig the way you guys do business.

Speaking of huge cu**s, I understand Barry Bonds is back in court this week.

Oh man, It's gonna be a long off-season.

No thanks.

I saw the thread title and knew instantly that it had to be about one of two things: gigantic boobs or southern bigotry. And I knew in either case I would be nauseated. I was right.

I'm really sorry for the position you're in. I know that I'll be in the same spot before too long. I agree with what Aussie said--no matter what you decide, you have nothing to feel guilty about. Obviously you have struggled with this and done all you can. Think of the great life you have provided for your friend.

I once made the mistake of jokingly referring to my girlfriend's period as "B--- J-- Week." I still think it was funny, but it did not turn out to be accurate in its depiction of actual events.

My dog Billie (see my profile pic) has arthritis in her hips. She's a little over 12 years old now. About a year ago, she had a bad flare up and could not walk. The vet recommended an anti-inflammatory drug called Metacam. It has worked really well for her. I don't know if it will work for your dog or not (a small percentage of dogs' digestive systems won't tolerate it), but I suggest bringing it up with your vet. I believe it has added years to my Billie's life. She is back to running around like her regular happy self. I really hope you can find something that works for you. I know what an amazing friend a dog can be.

I belate by one day, but Happy Birthday nonetheless to you fine good gentlemen!

That is either very wise or just plain dirty--I'm not sure which way you were going with that.

I dig the way you guys do business.

So what your saying is the only way we get rid of Dicky J is to win the SB? Oh, the irony!