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"was suspended for kicking another player in the face. He is so mean that he will have to learn to control his temper better." I love it, and he'd be a steal in the third.

Forgive me if this is a little off topic, but I always want to tell this true story when someone is talking about Bonds. In 1999 I was a Marine in San Diego. I was taking photos of a couple hundred Marines who were unfurling the world's largest American flag on the field for the National Anthem at Qualcom Statidum before a July 5 Padres-Giants game. It was Miiitary Appreciation Day and the game celebrating Independence Day. I was on the field near first base as the National Anthem began. I clicked a couple quick shots of the Marines on the field and then turned to get a few shots of players standing with their caps over their hearts. Just as I was putting my camera down I noticed Barry Bonds. While the rest of his team was all standing at attention, he was lying down in the dugout. It may not seem like a big deal, but I thought it was a disgrace. I wrote a opinion column for my base newspaper, and SI ran a clip from it. The Giants said he was lying down nursing an injury, but he never showed any other sign of an injury before or after that game. It just pised me off, and I'll be very happy to see him leave the game.

The Cards have the 14th pick of the round, which is the 44th overall pick. It would be a jump of 11 spots for the Bills, who now have the 23rd pick of the round, which is the 55th overall pick. The 38th overall pick currently belongs to Oakland, according to NFL.com.

Thanks to everyone for your input. I'm printing this whole thread -- even the "don't do it" post -- and will go over it with my fiancee. I'm all for living the culture where ever we go, but she is kind of "girly." Oh, aussiew, I've been to Australia three times, and I would love to go back -- love to -- but we aren't even considering Hawaii for this because we don't want to deal with such a long flight. Thanks though.

Thanks. That is something we're taking into account. The St Lucia Sandals is couples only. We're looking at things to do off the resort as well.

Thank you. I'd love to, but she doesn't want to jump the pond. Europe is out for us right now.

I’m getting married in late July and am currently trying to plan the honeymoon. We are pretty sure that we want to go to a Sandals Resort in the Caribbean. Nice beaches and good food are our two main requirements. Has anyone here been to any Sandals down there? I’ve checked out some Web sites that post reviews and such, but I wanted to ask here if anyone has any firsthand experiences — good or bad?

The trip to N'awlens will be something of a homecoming for JP. I'd like to see the season open that way.

My take on this is that the NFL powers to be view Shelton's worth as a 4th rounder. I believe TD sees Travis as a good 3rd rounder at the least.

Watch for decent story on this in the D&C tomorrow. They'll have the Cards' response.

Totally unrelated injuries.

It will be very interesting to see what the Bills and the Cards have to say about Travis' statements here. I know it would hardly be the best thing for the Bills, but I wouldn't mind seeing TD pull Travis' punk card. Call him out and tell him he can suit up for the Bills one day on of training camp or find another career. With all the injuries and now this crap, there is no way Travis could make more than $1 in 2006 if he sits out 2005. TD will not be bullied by Travis -- that I'm sure of.

At the Aints. Home opener Week 2 against the Jests.

It has become part of WNY culture. We eat greasy, fatty, delicious food. We drink great beer by the keg. And the weather keeps the average jogger inside about half the year. I agree – let’s do all we can to spread this lifestyle across the country. I moved away but am only happy when I find a place that offers a respectable level of lethality on its menu.

Please explain.... The Tin Man prior to his visit with the Wizard of Oz, or before?

6-5, 345 lbs.

You'lll be doing some 200 shots in two days. That would make for one sick fish.

Clarett will go undrafted. Watch.

Why is this thread being allowed to stay on the main board? Hello PPP?

Thanks, bud. Will do.

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Yes. I don't think they could legally use the 5th otherwise.

I here 'ya. Why is it that I have such a tough time outside WNY finding a decent sub. I am reduced to telling myself Quiznos is good.

I now love my boss. He just walked into the office kitchen and poured some Baileys into my coffee. He's never been like that before. It is going to be a good day. I wonder if he'll mind if I bring the cans of Guiness up from my trunk.

Nothing in D.C. or the surrounding area is within a 15-miute drive. Both Wegmans are really busy here, by the way. I've been to the Spy Museum. It is a bit expensive, but it very interesting. The Cherry Blossom Festival runs from March 26-April 10. It is a great party. There is a new exhibit about American military actions at the American History Smithsonian that is certainly worth a visit. And come back sometime after November 10. The new Marine Corps National Museum at Quantico wil be open then. It is going to great. You'll be able to see it from 95 if you're coming up that way.