December 2011
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“After Henderson hit a 3-pointer from the right wing to put the Bobcats up by one...”
– Miami Heat vs. Charlotte Bobcats - Recap - December 28, 2011 - ESPN
Love D-Wade.
WatchFreese: Bottom of the 9th.
Just a reminder…Grantland’s recap.
Mary Karr, "Descending Theology: Christ Human" →
portraitoftheartistasayoungman:
Such a short voyage for a god, and you arrived in animal form so as not to scorch us with your glory. Your mask was an infant’s head on a limp stalk, sticky eyes smeared blind, limbs rendered useless in swaddle. You came among beasts as one, came into our care or its lack, came crying as we all do, because the human frame is a crucifix, each skeletos borne a...
“I don’t like this expression “First World problems.” It is false and it is...”
– Teju Cole on the “#firstworldproblems” meme, in a series of tweets compiled by Alexis Madrigal (via risenapes)
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“It would apply to hands-free as well as hand-held devices, but devices installed...”
– NTSB recommends full ban on use of cell phones while driving
I’m ok with the rule in theory (not saying I’d obey it on long drives up 57) but this qualification is complete garbage. If you have a hands free device that does the same thing as those built in (if set up properly) you still...
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WatchIs Tebow’s faith getting too much credit?
These guys could all use some Tebow workouts on how to speak about faith comfortably. It comes off as several uncomfortable and not too well spoken jerks yelling at each other. Again though, probably not the worst thing for people to be talking about their faith or lack thereof. It’s just weird to see it so blatantly in different forums.
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▶ Deidra Pujols with Greg and Sandi on Joy FM by... →
“If what was printed was guaranteed, we’d have stayed. No question. We grew up three hours away, we have our foundation, our restaurant, the Albert Pujols down syndrome clinic.” — Deidra Pujols
Not quite as many facts as I’d like but you still get a taste of her heart and the struggle that people have to know was there if they stopped and thought about it. So many...
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Newt takes no-adultery pledge (and says some other... →
I wish I had a Romney statement on similar issues to compare. Actually, scratch that, it’s probably fairly similar and I’d be upset.
The marriage and unborn paragraphs have some issues. He’s saying all this garbage about DOMA, which is garbage itself, and concludes it with an extra-marital promise to honor his vows. Although I was shamefully unaware of this Mexico City policy...
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The National – “Rylan” & “I Need My Girl” →
Rylan is great. That’s all.
The audio on that link is removed. Here’s a better link with the same audio + video.
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Bill Simmons laments how far the NBA has fallen in... →
Another sports related post. I know, some of “my readers” may be getting annoyed. Acknowledging this, especially for those who may have blown through the last several posts, you should still at least start reading this one. I can’t tell if it’s just the timing of events falling right in the middle of finals hell or if yesterday was really just that momentous in the world...
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The Ira Glass Sex Tape: Ira Glass Responds →
*Disclaimer* I may be opening myself up to criticism but…I’m just today realizing that the “Ira Glass Sex Tape” was a parody. I figured it was simply Ira making a joke but, apparently it was an Ira fan, making a joke. From my ignorance, it’s likely clear that I haven’t been a big “This American Life” listener but yes, my reaction to this article was...
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Life after Albert Pujols in St. Louis →
Great article. We got Albert for an INCREDIBLE value in what everyone must agree were his “prime years.” He was playing for much less than “deserved” for many years. I’ll still watch him, and I’m real happy he isn’t facing us regularly in the years to come.
All that being said, the Cards are still a dang good team…and one that will feel real...
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Los Angeles Lakers deal to acquire Chris Paul off →
There is some crazy stuff going on. HUGE day for both the NBA and MLB. And huge may not be good.
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“With that backdrop in mind, let’s also remember who the real Santa Claus...”
– Derek Flood: The Real War on Christmas
This article in general is kinda lame…but I appreciated the gold in the stockings for the daughter’s dowry story. Hadn’t heard that.
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WatchYeah…
[Earlier this week this was a survey of Albert’s time in StL. His three MVPs, two WS titles, and general incredibleness. It’s been taken down or something but is still worth blogging…that’s how good he is.]
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“The Cardinals had planned to talk with Pujols’ agent one more time...”
– Sources — Albert Pujols takes 10-year deal from Los Angeles Angels - ESPN Los Angeles
Albert isn’t the 4th best player. There’s no reason for him not to expect top dollar. People in every career path move around for jobs and their career. Pujols wants to make the most while he...
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“It’s gratifying to know that songs so sad, layered and well-wrought can be...”
– The National at the Hollywood Bowl: Concert Review - The Hollywood Reporter
I’m seeing The National tomorrow night with my youngest bro. Checking out some reviews is getting me real excited. It’s clear they aren’t going to be anything like that terrible Death Cab show I suffered...
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