It has finally begun! Day One is over and my bracket has already committed suicide or bracketcide if you will. I lost two of my Elite 8 teams today...perhaps the worst first day ever.
Go Gonzaga!
Friday, March 20, 2009
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Battle of Cannae/I'm a Nerd
Yes, I'm fully aware I'm a nerd...with that said let's get going...
For some reason the past few days I've been looking up a lot of information on Hannibal, I guess because he is one of the few ancient warriors/leaders that I haven't really studied in-depth. The Battle of Cannae was the major battle of the Second Punic War occurring on August 2, 216 BC. Hannibal (leader of the Carthaginians) defeated the far larger Roman Army in one of the bloodiest battles of the ancient war. History approximates around 70,000 to 90,000 Romans fought around 30,000 Carthaginians (upset alert). Only 3,000 Romans survived. Hannibal won the battle with superior tactics (introducing/inventing the double-envelopment manuever...the first ever to do so) and inventing the idea of a "Battle of Annihilation."
You may ask yourself how long it takes to kill over 70,000 Romans in an area only about double the size of Central Park using only ancient weapons (i.e. fighting and killing each other one at a time)? The answer? Less than 6 hours.
For some reason the past few days I've been looking up a lot of information on Hannibal, I guess because he is one of the few ancient warriors/leaders that I haven't really studied in-depth. The Battle of Cannae was the major battle of the Second Punic War occurring on August 2, 216 BC. Hannibal (leader of the Carthaginians) defeated the far larger Roman Army in one of the bloodiest battles of the ancient war. History approximates around 70,000 to 90,000 Romans fought around 30,000 Carthaginians (upset alert). Only 3,000 Romans survived. Hannibal won the battle with superior tactics (introducing/inventing the double-envelopment manuever...the first ever to do so) and inventing the idea of a "Battle of Annihilation."
You may ask yourself how long it takes to kill over 70,000 Romans in an area only about double the size of Central Park using only ancient weapons (i.e. fighting and killing each other one at a time)? The answer? Less than 6 hours.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Interview
So I'm about to leave for Little Rock for a real job interview. I'm a little nervous about it, because I really need to find a job so I'll have something to do after graduation. Wish me luck...
Oh and Fox and the Hound is one of the greatest Disney movies ever made.
Is it Spring Break yet? Kelsea...if you read this you are going camping with us; end of story.
Oh and Fox and the Hound is one of the greatest Disney movies ever made.
Is it Spring Break yet? Kelsea...if you read this you are going camping with us; end of story.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
MonsterQuest!!!
MonsterQuest is perhaps the greatest show to ever be aired on television as we know it. It only combines legendary, creepy monsters with incredibly real reenactments along with suspense and the finest drama. What more could one ask for? Oh and did I mention there are monsters!? After long deliberations with my friend Jonathon "J-Thunder" Spikes, we have decided to become "Monster Hunters" or "MonsterQuesters" if you will. Greatest job in the world? Check.
Our first quarry is the "Boggy Creek Monster" which was first sighted in the small town of Fouke, Arkansas (150 miles southwest of Little Rock). According to reports, it is a bipedal creature that weighs up to 300 pounds and can take strides of 12 to 14 feet. It is also know to prey on humans. Well my little monster, the hunter has become the hunted! Prepare to be captured J-Thunder and D-Lightning (that's me) and studied by Top Men. Who you might ask again? Top Men...
Tune in next week as Kelsea predicts the obvious endings to more movies...
;)
Our first quarry is the "Boggy Creek Monster" which was first sighted in the small town of Fouke, Arkansas (150 miles southwest of Little Rock). According to reports, it is a bipedal creature that weighs up to 300 pounds and can take strides of 12 to 14 feet. It is also know to prey on humans. Well my little monster, the hunter has become the hunted! Prepare to be captured J-Thunder and D-Lightning (that's me) and studied by Top Men. Who you might ask again? Top Men...
Tune in next week as Kelsea predicts the obvious endings to more movies...
;)
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
U2 Sucks...
It has come to my attention over the past few days that some of my friends are (I can't believe I'm saying this...) U2 fans. Had I known this before they were my friends, they wouldn't be my friends at the moment. U2 is perhaps the most overrated band in history. They are absolutely terrible and it saddens me that people think they have any talent whatsoever. U2...you suck.
This is why, this is why, this U2 sucks:
1.) You're lead singer is named Bono. I could stop there right there, but I'll elaborate. He is one of the most egotistical people on the planet. You give to charities? So do millions of other people. Does that make your voice sound halfway decent? No. Does that make your lyrics orginial or somewhat inspiring? No. I wish you were a mute. Bono is a joke. Take off your sunglasses.
2.) The lead guitarist is named "The Edge." Hahahahahahaha please. How can you call yourself "The Edge" when you don't have the talent or ability to outplay a first year guitar student? Your playing lacks substance, emotion, or technical ability. "The Edge" is a no talent hack. He should take some lessons from Syd Barrett, Pete Townshend, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Eddie Van Halen, or Eric Clapton.
3.) The "constantly evolving band" hasn't introduced any original ideas to music ever (unlike Pink Floyd, The Who, The Beatles, Van Halen, etc.).
4.) Even George Harrison has ripped on U2. Look it up.
5.) Bono howls and wails every word in every song. Annoying.
6.) "The Edge" can't play. Listen to Eddie Van Halen play "Eruption" and take some notes.
7.) It seems everyone of their songs sounds the same or are full of political issues of the week. We get it.
8.) U2 has inspired bands like the Killers and Coldplay. Suck.
9.) U2 considers themselves a rock band. In order to be a rock band, you must play rock-n-roll. All I've heard USuck play is some variations on pop. Yes, I'll admit bands like Van Halen (especially after the 1984 album when David Lee Roth left the band), Rolling Stones, and Pink Floyd all have some songs that are a little "poppy." U2 on the other hand is pure pop. Vertigo? Please. When are you releasing an album featuring Aaron Carter or Hannah Montana? I would hate U2 a lot less if they would just go ahead and admit they are a boy band and no nothing about rock-n-roll.
10.) Did I mention Bono is a prick and "The Edge" can't play?
Note: I catch quite a bit of crap for loving Van Halen because some "classy" people listen to Van Halen, but let me tell you a little secret...Van Halen freaking rules. They are 1 of only 6 bands ever to have two ablums (Van Halen and 1984) to go Diamond (sold over 10 million copies). Eddie Van Halen reinvented how to play the guitar (two finger tapping technique) and is perhaps the greatest technical guitarist to ever live. He doesn't play the guitar...he bends it to his will. Bands don't cover Van Halen because they can't.
Deuces.
This is why, this is why, this U2 sucks:
1.) You're lead singer is named Bono. I could stop there right there, but I'll elaborate. He is one of the most egotistical people on the planet. You give to charities? So do millions of other people. Does that make your voice sound halfway decent? No. Does that make your lyrics orginial or somewhat inspiring? No. I wish you were a mute. Bono is a joke. Take off your sunglasses.
2.) The lead guitarist is named "The Edge." Hahahahahahaha please. How can you call yourself "The Edge" when you don't have the talent or ability to outplay a first year guitar student? Your playing lacks substance, emotion, or technical ability. "The Edge" is a no talent hack. He should take some lessons from Syd Barrett, Pete Townshend, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Eddie Van Halen, or Eric Clapton.
3.) The "constantly evolving band" hasn't introduced any original ideas to music ever (unlike Pink Floyd, The Who, The Beatles, Van Halen, etc.).
4.) Even George Harrison has ripped on U2. Look it up.
5.) Bono howls and wails every word in every song. Annoying.
6.) "The Edge" can't play. Listen to Eddie Van Halen play "Eruption" and take some notes.
7.) It seems everyone of their songs sounds the same or are full of political issues of the week. We get it.
8.) U2 has inspired bands like the Killers and Coldplay. Suck.
9.) U2 considers themselves a rock band. In order to be a rock band, you must play rock-n-roll. All I've heard USuck play is some variations on pop. Yes, I'll admit bands like Van Halen (especially after the 1984 album when David Lee Roth left the band), Rolling Stones, and Pink Floyd all have some songs that are a little "poppy." U2 on the other hand is pure pop. Vertigo? Please. When are you releasing an album featuring Aaron Carter or Hannah Montana? I would hate U2 a lot less if they would just go ahead and admit they are a boy band and no nothing about rock-n-roll.
10.) Did I mention Bono is a prick and "The Edge" can't play?
Note: I catch quite a bit of crap for loving Van Halen because some "classy" people listen to Van Halen, but let me tell you a little secret...Van Halen freaking rules. They are 1 of only 6 bands ever to have two ablums (Van Halen and 1984) to go Diamond (sold over 10 million copies). Eddie Van Halen reinvented how to play the guitar (two finger tapping technique) and is perhaps the greatest technical guitarist to ever live. He doesn't play the guitar...he bends it to his will. Bands don't cover Van Halen because they can't.
Deuces.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Woo Pig Sooie!
So tonight me and some of my closest compadres+some random chick-a-dee went to the Razorback game against Austin Peay at Bud Walton. Fortunately, we won...it was closer than I would have liked. I did discover my token white guy for the season, Michael "Dirty Thirty" Sanchez, he rules. Speaking of the Hog game, Frank Broyles was literally sitting a row in front of us...I didn't know whether to be excited or drop kick him. Interestingly enough, Silly Chili was chat-chattin' him up the whole game...what a playa. And there were some classy fellows sitting behind us giving us gems like, "If we make this shot, the game is over" (There was literally 15 minutes left in the game and we were only winning by 10). Idiots. And there was some freakin' crazy chick going off at the slightest thing delivering stinging one liners towards the officials like, "Suck in that gut." Idiots. Erica Hill. So...
Friends+Awkward Girl We'll Never See Again+Hog Game+or-Frank Broyles+Idiots=Awesome Night.
Friends+Awkward Girl We'll Never See Again+Hog Game+or-Frank Broyles+Idiots=Awesome Night.
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