Archives---January 2006
January 31, 2006
...Breaking news this morning: Coretta Scott King is dead at 78. The death of the widow of the slain civil rights leader was announced by a family spokesperson this morning. No further details are available at this writing. Mrs. King suffered a heart attack in August and has been rumored to have been in poor health since.
...We're number 10! We're number 10! Yes, boys and girls in descending order we have UConn, Duke, Memphis, Villanova, Gonzaga, Illinois, Florida (stop me when we get to a perennial power you don't recognize), Texas, Pittsburgh and rounding out your top ten in both the AP and USA/CNN polls this week are the mighty fighting Colonials of The George Washington University. All the more pressure as the ball club's regular season will rightly be judged by their performance Thursday night in Cincinnati against Xavier (ESPN2 7:00 EST). Long way to March.
...A 25 basis point parting gut shank from the Fed as Chairman Greenspan hangs it up after 18 years at the helm of the whatever the hell the Fed is. It is indeed easy, and popular, to beat Al about the head and shoulders for his vigilant fight against inflation that didn't exist, but a look in the economic rear view mirror from 1988 don't look too bad. Still worthy of note is that neither crazy Al, nor the presidents under which her served, put a PC on the desk of every office in the country---causing the near exponential increase in productivity that allowed for such fantastic growth, sans inflation. Such facts are of little interest to the really important folks, like those in government.
...Quite possible six degrees of separation deal with Duesenbergers and the Super Bowl. Will watch and report, possibly even breaking radio silence regarding the game. Hey, if the NFL wants to wait two weeks, Suttle World can wait too. Rumors have the game beginning sometime Sunday evening, or is that next Sunday? Regardless, whenever the game rolls around, Suttle World will be there (no, not literally---what kind of moron would voluntarily go to Detroit in February?). Can't remember who's playing by now, but the above mentioned research should aid in refreshing the long term memory.
...Yeah, it still early, but Tiger shows signs of breaking out of his slump.
...Exactly where do the Padres intend to hide Mike Piazza? This could be excruciatingly ugly for a seemingly nice guy who had/has incredible stick.
January 30, 2006
...Running late this morning---just the obligatory updates and various shout outs to those who have sent most welcome yet unanswered musings over the weekend.
January 29, 2006
...Trailing the nation in educational achievement the solons under the gold dome in Atlanta are meeting for this year's session of the General Assembly/Hookerfest '06, preoccupied with the single issue closest the hearts, minds and wallets of all Georgians: voter identification. One can certainly appreciate how those of good faith might express legitimate concerns regarding efforts to restrict access to the ballot box---having witnessed systematic calisthenics performed not too long ago to deny access based upon the amount of light one reflected. Just seems as those the same folks of good faith might scan the horizon for a different hill on which to fight as opposed to an $8 state ID. And while we're at the polling place, any idea when a semblance of equal protection might be returned with the repeal of the Voting Rights Act? See boys and girls, election law changes in Georgia (and that of a dozen other states) are subject to scrutiny by the same sage Justice Department featured in those Ilian Gonzales photos. Election law changes in Michigan are not. Enforcing the Constitution by stomping all over same---you're federal government at work. And all this for a third of those eligible to turn out every couple of years to choose between paper and plastic. I'll take "Rearranging Titanic Deck Chairs" for $600 please, Alex.
...One is inclined to approach accusations of bad acts by the Administration regarding surveillance and such with enthusiastic investigation, except the claims are difficult to hear the from hoarse voices strained by screaming "wolf" for so long.
...One is inclined to want to believe in the competence and integrity of this Administration regarding any of a number of issues, except the budget/spending numbers seem to trump any other discussions.
...As we celebrate the Chinese New Year and welcome the year of the dog, Suttle World wonders where leg humping falls in the equation. I'll take "Things Stupid White Guys Might Ask" for $400 please, Alex.
...The gentle surfer is surveyed as to whether they are privy to any plans regarding this year's Joey Ramone birthday celebration (May 19---same as Townsend, cuzin Bill and Ho Chi Minh). A cursory survey of the usual suspects last night turned up no leads.
...Twenty years cannot possibly have passed since the Challenger disaster, for that would mean that a goodly sized group of gifted/rather ambitious folks conceived the day of the tragedy would be completing their college education in a few months. Most of that vintage are stifled by the Rubric's Cube that is conceptualizing the notion of $2.12 tendered on a $1.87 sale, but there are a handful of the former. Perhaps we would be well served by propping up this group, given it is they who shall tend to our ever geezing selves. Let's face it. Buying that first Buick is closer than any of us would care to admit.
...It is beyond the scope of Suttle World to make GW's schedule or the A10 any tougher. Suttle World can, however, point to a 16-1 record, two wins over ranked teams, and a sole loss against same. Xavier in Cincy Thursday night (ESPN2 7:00)---there's a chance to show something, and then Dayton and Richmond. Maybe apples and oranges, but the gentle surfer is reminded of a similar knock against St. Joe's a couple years ago. Speaking of college hoops---gotta start paying more attention to this Carolina club. Yeah, Arizona isn't Arizona this year, but were still spanked by the diaper dandies yesterday afternoon in Chapel Hill. This would seem to be Williams' chance to completely shape the program to his liking by basically starting from scratch personnel wise. Lot's o fun. Bring on March!
January 28, 2006
...Just a passing thought in that constantly scintillating place that is Suttle World: The History Channel is running an hour of banking from ancient origins to present day. Fast forward to 1800 and we've got the competing Jeffersonian v. Hamiltonian notions regarding the need and/or Constitutionality of a national bank. Unlike the Burr duel, Hamilton prevailed; and perhaps that is in large part responsible for an old white moron pecking out rambling takes that will soon be visible to the entire population of Hong Kong. But what if we had gone the other way? Difficult to imagine, and, again, the stuff of which I think that keeps me from getting anything done. Some of this is due to the spectacle of a 100 point rally of the DOW yesterday on the boffo news that 1st quarter growth was 75% less than that of the previous three month period.
...And you thought that was boring. "Its the most tedious time of the year." A quick glance at the weekend TV sports line up shows a few bassetball contests worthy of attention, but little else. Alas it is a weekend relegated to study and the ongoing stately Roberts/Suttle Manor rehab. Actually, if the gentle surfer breaks down the box's offerings there are some good pickings. Arizona visiting Chapel Hill is worthwhile just cause its Arizona and Carolina. That precedes this evening's highly anticipated match up between the Hawks and Bulls (8:30) who sport a combined record of 30-56. Tonight's fight for the gentle surfers "blessed" with HBO: Thomas Damgaard vs. Arturo Gatti (9:45 p.m.) is probably the best thing going for those with box duty. There are also the final rounds of the one of seemingly endless Buick's from Torrey Pines (a name worthy of mention---even older than the average age of drivers of the aforementioned sponsor). NBC goes outside the box with the NHL followed by the Sunshine Millions (4:30 p.m.)---a really neat contest that features races from both Gulf Stream (FL) and Santa Anita (CA) = little lag time for the short attention span crowd. And tempting though it may be to ignore, Suttle World is compelled recognize that the Arena Football League kicks off this weekend. Suttle World is increasingly persuaded that the guild is off the lily with regard to this sport and that its time to go back to indoor soccer, box lacrosse or some other rink sized, human pinball type game for a few years. A potentially genius business model: don't shlep your minor league ball club around as interest wanes. Just change sports. Hey, I saved women's pro bowling didn't I?
...Last night: Charlie Chan Over New York (what is the accepted protocol/font for movie titles?---email welcome). "Round up every Hindu in the city." You just don't get dialogue like that anymore. Good stuff.
January 27, 2006
...Check to make sure your poetic license is still valid and strap yourself in as Sherman sets the way ahead machine to Independence Day 2006. Did I mention that you're a pyrotechnic aficionado? Did I mention that the mother of all fireworks displays is being held at Stone Mountain? Well that is indeed that case, and you and your fellow pyrogeeks gather at the just right vantage point to take in this once in a lifetime extravaganza. And it is the finest show of its kind that you have seen. Its awe striking, but not to the point that (because you have some expertise in the area) you can't recognize the approach of the show's big finish---the biggest finish of the biggest fireworks show of all time. Suddenly the explosions stop and a PA announces that the big finish will be held next week---same Bat Time, same Bat Station. Such is the plight of the National Football League. After holding a captive audience for each of the past 20 weekends, we are now put on hold for two weeks as folks hook up their dog sleds to mush to Detroit. Memo to NFL: every humanoid on the planet hates the two week layoff.
...Ruth Bader Ginsberg, counsel for the American Civil Liberties Union, was confirmed to the Supreme Court by a Senate vote of 98-0 in 1993.
...According the Census Bureau, the currently population of the United States in roughly 298 million folks. By latest count, there are 201 million active cell phone accounts in U.S. Eliminate those under 5 or over 90 years of age, cardboard box dwellers, those in a chronic vegetative state and Big Foot and Suttle can now claim to be the last American standing without one of the insipid devices. Of course, I'm just holding out until the phone on which I can watch the entire 4th season of Will and Grace to comes to market before pulling the switch. Free markets are often as amusing as they are righteous.
..."Just give me a Serratia marcescens for a weekend./LA-La-La-La/Weekend..."
...It was a spirited competition, but the votes have been tallied and the results are official. NBC's Katrina Voss is the reigning world champion TV weather babe---a Durham native and Agnes Scott alum to boot, she's no doubt active in the Young Republicans. (And, no, the pic doesn't do her justice.)
January 26, 2006
...Memo to the Golf Channel: First, a constant crawling disclaimer would be more than appropriate when your programming involves a Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy movie. Its rather confusing for some of your 219 viewers. Second, your 219 viewers understand there's a finite number of tournaments on the Pakistani tour to air and/or folks demanding to buy half hour infomercials pimping sure fire drive enhancing/penile enlargement devices, techniques, etc... Consequently, if you wish to mix in a golf movie, so be it. It is further stipulated that Pat and Mike is not the best effort of the greatest romantic team in the brief history of cinema. That being said, the next time I require Peter Jacobsen's and Vince, won't somebody please give me a job, Cellini's comments on Tracy and Hepburn is never. They're on the Mount Rushmore of film. You're on the freakin Golf Channel. Show the movie, and ixnay the awful Mystery Science Theater. Really, you're embarrassing yourselves.
...Gotta run. CNBC has just teased a piece on EA and how the video game maker is "driving society." The fact that EA is driving me around is news indeed, and if, in fact, they are driving me, I want to pay close attention so I'll know where I'm going.
January 25, 2006
...A late start and hectic morning schedule leave little time for today's update, especially with the added onus of getting the burgeoning merkin business off the ground. Currently, Mitch Industries is awaiting results of market research. The internet is an obvious sales platform, but like the online grocery delivery deals that didn't make it, we wonder if the consumer wants to actually pick out their merkins personally---like tomatoes or ground round.
...For those who missed it, the url sex.com was sold yesterday to an anonymous group of investors for $12 million. Not a bad return on a $10 investment. And they don't even have merkins.
January 24, 2006
...Ok, so you're a whale. No, nothing personal---we're playing make believe here. Anyway, you're a whale. Your entire life is spent shlepping through the planet's oceans where TV reception is notoriously poor. Its a relatively dull existence, but you get a chance for a few days of shore leave and head off to London to pick up a bottle of gin and a couple of hookers. Sounds easy enough until the do gooders take over, hoist you from the water in Marlin Brando's hammock onto a boat only to be led back down the Thames to die. But such are the ways of this wicked world---one day: king of the sea; next day: fish sticks.
...Wanted to wait 24 hours to make sure it wasn't the ysdelexia; but I indeed did read it right. Since Nesmith nailed up the peach basket, no human has ever scored 81 points in a basketball game until Kobe's effort Sunday night. Michael never did it, and when asked, said he believed it impossible to equal Wilt's 100. Wonder what Michael thinks about that now.
...In the better living through modern chemistry department comes the latest sleep aid, Lunestra. The drug, produced by Sepracor, is currently featured in a big TV ad campaign that Suttle World finds most confusing. A restless person is shown attempting to fall asleep. Time for Lunestra. In and of itself, things are going along pretty well, excepting the graphic metaphor for the drug is Mothra in a lime green leisure suit. It is Suttle World's considered opinion that a wheel barrel full of downers would be of little value as a sleep aid with Mothra flitting about the room. Perhaps the Sepracor folks will take note of this dissonance and add Godzilla to the spot to fell Mothra---a happy ending that would allow a restful night.
January 23, 2006
...Sans juice, the
gentle wagerer pushed yesterday as the combatants
for Super Bowl XL (no registered trademark
recognized or respected---sue me!) emerged:
Pittsburgh and Seattle---the match up everyone had
anticipated back in September. So its off to
the garden spot of the Midwest, Detroit, for two
weeks of festive January and February happenings.
Want to market enemas to colostomy patients?
Find dude who got the Super Bowl to Detroit---now
there's a salesman. Of particular note is
the preparation of Pittsburgh. The Steelers
won both playoff games on the chalk board before
kick off against both New England and
Denver.
...The data glitch reported yesterday by Suttle
World turns out, as suspected, to be merely a
major pain in the ass. Most everything
should work, but, if not, be patient and/or advise
the Suttle World staff of same.
...It has indeed been an oversight of Suttle World
to replace the Redskins Fight Song, but given its
inspiring nature, the gentle surfer should be no
worse for the tedium.
...Late start makes for a brief briefing this
morning. Play nicely among yourselves.
January 22, 2006
...Possible data glitch at Suttle World postpones this morning's update. Assuming the gentle surfer is able to digest these limited offerings, he is advised to rest in preparation for this afternoon's NFL action as the Conference Championship games signal the First High Holy Day on the 2006 sports calendar.
January 21, 2006
...A quick glance at each of the last two Saturday briefings reveals why Gene, the Caucasian's, Pigskin Picks, is no longer a feature of Suttle World. Actually, the gentle surfer that made every exotic and straight up play in last weekend's playoff action would have broken even, save the price of admission. And since you ask, once again Suttle World likes both road dogs against the spread, as has been the case in each of the six previous post season contests. A 6 point teaser is especially tempting, but not to the point of unbridled enthusiasm. A final note: rumors swirl in sectors of Suttle World regarding an impending athletic observation festivity/stately Roberts/Suttle Manor soirée. Details to follow. One more final point (sue me): can any humanoid argue that the "semis" of each of the four major sports affords a seemingly infinite amount more entertainment than any of their respective championships?
...Given considerable thought this week, but unmentioned to date is Suttle World's best new warm close personal friend and newly inducted Hillbilly Dictators Jihadist, Joel DeCaro. Our Cleveland buddy cum Californian is facing a serious illness in his immediate family. Suttle World is most flattered to have been made privy of the situation, is encouraged by the news to date and confident of a full and complete recovery. Cuzin Joel is advised that should there be a need for any assistance, that Suttle World is prepared to unleash Cleveland's Cellini clan can of good faith. Should that prove insufficient, Suttle World has connections in Youngstown. Enough said?
...Memo to traders: short Six Flags and similar amusement equities. It is difficult to imagine the public continuing to turn out in droves and fork over big bucks for the privilege of being amused by the simulated terror of a roller coaster when President Clinton will be serving up a daily dose of same for free. Meanwhile, the hawkish senior Senator from New York continues her "listening tour" ways today with a stop at the Barry Goldwater library followed by a tank ride with Michael Dukakis. "Tuna licking twat...!????"---geez even Suttle World doesn't go there unlike morning television---pretty brutal even by Imus standards.
...Some found solace back in the 70's when Super Train was cancelled after 13 weeks. Perhaps it was a sign that network television could actually recognize heap big suck when they saw it; but fast forward 30 years, and with American Idol and Septic Tank Repair With The Stars entering their fourth seasons, one would seem justified in re-evaluating the original take.
...Is it just Suttle World that finds the current XM sport to be a bit disturbing? Is it only Suttle World that initially thought: "but George Plimpton is dead," only to realize that its Bowie? The clock is starting to win boys and girls, but we're not going down without a hell of a fun fight.
January 20, 2006
...Who is the man that would risk his neck/ For his fellow man?/ MATT/Can you dig it?/ Who's the cat that won't cop out/ When there's danger all about?/ MATT/ Right On! Yes, boys and girls, our dear old former transient teen troubadour to turn Texan, Matt Bruner brings it to Suttle World with both barrels blazing. First comes an unsolicited, but most welcome, new submission list for SOTD, and then yesterday a well considered group of notions explaining Possumgate here in beautiful downtown Tucker. As indicated in yesterday's briefing, Suttle World has no expertise regarding these particular critters, but finds many of cuzin Matt's explanations to be quite plausible. As a result, the email was forwarded to the National Institute of Possum Practices Lineage and Environment (NIPPLE), and they to were quite intrigued. Enough so, that NIPPLE is now deploying a task force (in teams of two, of course) to further investigate these theories. Neighbors are advised that should they encounter a NIPPLE over the next several days to not be alarmed and cooperate with any and all NIPPLES as best possible so as to affect a speedy resolution to the mystery at hand. Well done old boy.
...This just in: further CIA analysis of Osama's audio tape released yesterday reveals bin Laden to have indeed offered a "truce." What went undetected at first listen was his statement that he proposed the truce in order to form an exploratory committee with regard to his seeking the Democratic nomination for president in '08.
...Speaking of the war: Suttle World has been inspired by patriot Rush Limbaugh to lend its efforts in boosting morale among the troops, and is going to take a page straight from his playbook. Here's the deal: for every $50 you send me, an American in uniform will have one year's access to Suttle World absolutely FREE! Group discounts are available should you wish to adopt more than one soldier. Where does the $50 go asks the gentle surfer? Don't pester me with semantics. Here Suttle World is trying to assist the war effort and your worried about minor details like $50. Let's get some perspective please. In return for the inspiration, Suttle World humbly passes along another revenue raising possibility for the Limbaugh Institute: get a roommate. You've got the spare space now, and Pete Rose lives in Florida too. Not only do you get the extra rent, but you guys could have Jose Conseco and his ankle bracelet over on weekends to spend an eBay auctioned day with the Davenport chapter of the DAR.
...The NBA had no choice but to suspend Antonio Davis for going into the crowd Wednesday night, but as more light is shed on the principals, one is left to wonder if Davis went 20 rows deep to defend his wife or go upside her head. Seems Mrs. Davis is well known to security details at arenas throughout the league.
January 19, 2006
...Left unreported by Suttle World over the past week is the great possum mystery. It was hoped that an explanation might have been deduced, but, to date, none has been forthcoming. This began last Tuesday when motoring about beautiful downtown Tucker a possum was observed on the roadside who was either napping or had recently shook paws with Jesus. In and of itself the sighting was remarkable only in that one rarely sees any road kill in these here parts, due largely to the stellar animal control efforts of DeKalb County. Fast forward 48 hours and a neighborly encounter reveals that another Duesenberger brewed their morning coffee under the watchful eye of a possum perched inside their kitchen's garden window. Furthermore, the conversation also recalled at least 6 possum carcasses spotted in the immediate area during this time frame. Then two days ago, World War II was recreated in the south 40 of stately Roberts/Suttle Manor as the dogs surrounded and taunted a rather perturbed possum---in broad daylight. The gentle surfer may be surprised to learn that while Suttle World emanates from the land of the often shoeless, it processes no expertise regarding this ubiquitous regional marsupial. Still, Suttle World is savvy enough to recognize bizarre behavior when demonstrated in such a graphic manner. Not exactly on the level of pizza delivery bomber dude, but an odd set of circumstances. Any theories or explanations are welcome.
...Shout out to cuzin Matt Bruner for a new SOTD submissions.
January 18, 2006
...Take one portion of instability in Nigeria (go figure), add a healthy pinch of international angst regarding Iran and shake vigorously. The result is a crude price north of the $67 mark this morning with $70 a much clearer benchmark than the previously enjoyed $60 level. How's that 32 cylinder earth mover/SUV working out for your now? Meanwhile, heap big trouble in the equities markets as well. Japan halted trading yesterday as the Nikkei dropped 5%, and DOW futures are off nearly 100 points at this writing (nearly 3.5 hours from the market's open).
...Noted on the home page this morning, the mighty fighting Colonial of The George Washington University (so as not to be confused with all the other George Washington Universities) with a win over Stony Brook last night move their record to 12-1, the best start for the school since the 1953-54 season. Next up UNC-Charlotte on the road Saturday.
...The Craig's list deal is fascinating, and to date has depleted a third of the inventory at Sanford and Suttle's. Today there's interest in the range. The price: $25 firm which gives me $25 of wiggle room to get a perspective "buyer" to get the thing the hell out of here. The ads have even fetched the obligatory scam replies, including the cash my money order/pull my finger deal.
...Yet another brutal January day in Atlanta. Sunny and 64 degrees. We shall attempt to carry on during these most trying of meteorological times.
January 17, 2006
...No fighting it any longer, the winter doldrums are officially upon us with the passing of the first holiday most will see until late May; and in keeping with the spirit (or lack thereof) Suttle World brings exactly zip on this soon to be dreary Tuesday morning. No complaints. "Just the facts, mam. Just the facts."
...Search and recovery efforts are expected to resume today at stately Roberts/Suttle Manor following last week's flood of flooring. Ironically, it is the west wing, that enjoyed its remodeling efforts several months back, that now requires the most immediate attention, with crews and specially trained junk tracking dogs at the ready when light streaks across the east---affording a view of the now blackened chaos.
January 16, 2006
...The tedium continues, again, with some end in sight, albeit distant on the horizon. Where's Uncle Martin when you really need him?
...2006, a rare Year of the Bore on the ancient Lithuanian calendar due to pending Winter Games, shows its ugly head again on the often uglier CNN. Reported for your viewing pleasure are the results and perilous implications of some recent ubiquitous awards show. While still unsure as to which particular tedious ubiquitous awards where being handed out, Suttle World is of the opinion that it must have been near the top of the food chain in terms of the potential impact on the Mother of all Tedium---The Academy Awards. This is born out by the fact that CNN called on the services of a fellow who was identified as an "Awards Show Analyst." It is the considered opinion of Suttle World that any economy that can support an awards show analyst is doing reasonably well (and in keeping with the Suttle Dog Food Theory of Life).
...From the blast from the past department come props to Bill Shipp for his North American Thrift Note line on yesterday's Georgia Gang. Off to eBay. I gotta find one of those suckers.
January 15, 2005
...Floor is down, and its good! Skins can't score and finally are vanquished from play in the NFL as are the defending champion Patriots who (despite getting jobbed on the interception return fumble deal) were basically manhandled by a Denver team that showed why it was the higher seed. Not exactly a day filled with exciting two minute drills, so we look ahead to today, with the hopes the gentle surfer did get the full 10 points along with Washington for a tidy push Saturday. Judicial notice is served that Suttle World blew all picks yesterday (even 6 points couldn't help the Pats in the teaser). Also, noteworthy is the distinct possibility of a back to the future Super Bowl XL---Colts v. da Bears (fittingly, played in Detroit)
...Weary with much yet to lift, tote, sort, etc..., but stately Roberts/Suttle Manor is now complete with the lion's share of this month's rehab projects completed. Up now: return all the stuff to its majestic glory.
...Shout out to cuzin Shay and neighbors Cindy and Deidre who were kind enough to visit and bear witness to the upgrades. Also, props to freezer buying dude, who was kind enough to pay us to lift the onus of the rusty buy trusty 16 cubic foot Whirlpool. Sanford and Suttle's appliance blowout continues in this once in a lifetime opportunity. You'll never see these prices again! Hurry while the ugly but fully functional side by side refrigerator/freezer and range remain! With prices like this. WE MUST BE CRAZY! On Duesenberg. Look for the giant mulch pile! Free hot dogs for the kids!
...Unsure if its a Spinal Tap sound drop, or its origins, but fave same from the Underground Garage this week: Q: "Are you a mod or rocker?" A: "No, I' a mocker." Hey, some folks just require more glib in their diet than others.
January 14, 2006
...Major Tom to Ground Control. Test one, two...Check....Check...
...Suttle World lamely re-opens for business, literally. Suffice to say that since Wednesday evening stately Roberts/Suttle Manor has been at Def Com 5/full tilt move mode without leaving the house, and there is no true end in sight, as only a few short hours are left until the floor install begins in the north wing. Actually, while there remains a great deal to lift and tote, all of that which moved downstairs for the carpet install Thursday has been returned to its full upright and locked position (faster and louder in most cases), with only a box or two through which to sort. Oh, the humanity, fatigue, soreness, et al...
...The Washington Redskins have now, de facto, won playoff games in each of the past six weeks, and beaten all four NFC Division winners over the course of the season. Seattle is the better ball club, but one with the onus of a rather tight collar. The gentle surfer is urged to run, not walk, to the window and happily accept the Skins and a very generous 9.5-10 points!!!! Again, Suttle World likes all the road dogs this weekend against the spread (a hell of a teaser at 11.5:1/$57.50:Lincoln---6 point teaser pays 3:1 and very appealing as well). Straight up, Suttle World likes the Skins, Pats, Colts and Panthers, though not terribly confident about the last.
January 12, 2006
...Real quick this morning as work resumes in preparation of the arrival of Carpet Man, with an encore performance by Wood Floor Man on Saturday. Memo to Carpet Man: most would be inclined to don a haz mat suit before removing the current dirt flooring (a highly underrated medium, but one of which we have personally tired), but its your call.
...On an administrative level, Suttle World will be out of pocket indefinitely from late morning on, as the PC must be dismantled, crippling both email retrieval and phone service (Vonage). Pics and updates to come. Should anyone require an immediate organ donation, send Lassie.
...Props to correspondent Cuzin Bill, who provides the story of the sunken $50,000 hunk of cheese that is linked today on the home page. Quebec: "the short bus Province."
January 11, 2006
...No doubt the more astute gentle surfer may well be incredulous: "Suttle, do you not recall that 'Its all over/When you see a Range Rover,' and yet a cover of SOTD is currently pimping the ugliest piece of conspicuous consumption mankind has yet to devise---the Hummer?" Point well taken. Now point this!: mighty as it may be, the gentle surfer may be shocked to learn that Suttle World does not own the publishing rights to many of the tunes listed in SOTD, and, therefore, has little, if any, control of perversions for which these or any works of art are used.
...The anticipation begins. Will Bruce Sutter wear a Braves hat on his newly fabricated plaque to be enshrined in Cooperstown this summer? Well, maybe no, and as to whether Sutter is deserving opens the whole can of worms regarding closers---a discussion best saved for a rainier day. Falling short once again was Jim Rice. Memo to Boston: Rice had a great run, but finished below .300, fewer than 400 homers, 1 MVP and 0 rings. That's definitely HOF ballot fodder but hardly HOF credentials. Regardless, Suttle World renews its demand that all voting be made public. It would be most interesting to hear the three folks who didn't vote for Aaron on the first ballot to have a little round table discussion prior to their homes being burned. At least Bill Conlin had the onions to tell folks he didn't vote for folks on the first ballot, moronic though it may be. And speaking of sports scribes, this just in: Dick Young is still dead and mercifully anticipated to remain so for the foreseeable future.
...Want to lose 5 pounds in 15 minutes? Try the nephew Ridge Roberts defoliation diet, but given the season, one may wish to pick up a hat as well. Fort Dix would be proud.
...Sure, the production costs would probably make it unprofitable, but a hell of a loss leader should some enterprising programmer at an major market independent TV station would reinvent the wheel and bring back Bowling for Dollars. The gentle surfer is urged to save their criticisms of the notion for a future point when one needs to make conversation---say like standing in line to pay $8 to see the new Bewitched movie.
January 10, 2006
...Its sorta like the McDonalds sign in the 80's when they quit trying to keep up with the burgers and just went with "Billions Sold." The internet now has untold millions of web sites published, but the gentle surfer is challenged to find another other than Suttle World that can adeptly segue from T. Rex to Ray Stevens in a few points and clicks.
...Highly underrated---Howard University, especially its dental school that has turned out some of Atlanta's finest citizens from the nation's capital some 600 miles to the north.
...The Hawks could actually win their third straight and get to double digits in the win column in January tonight against the lowly Celtics. Suttle World has spent considerable time beating this franchise about the head and shoulders, fully aware of the many obstacles currently present, so going .500 over the past 10 games quite an achievement.
...DOW closes above 11,000! Such a figure would have been spectacular 18 months ago, but lends some optimism for the market in '06 that Suttle World still anticipates to be flat again come the end of the year; or, in other words: "its a stock pickers market"---a perennial Suttle World favorite observation right up there with "don't touch that hot stove."
...Unmentioned over the weekend are the good works of recent Hillbilly Dictators Jihad inductee Joel DeCaro who has dutifully created a Yahoo group devoted to the world's greatest rock n roll band, The Dictators. And, no, work has not continued on the open letter, HDJ member info/bios or the White Castle Hall of Fame, but (insert excuse here).
January 9, 2006
...Another "short" morning compromised by sundry duties keep the Briefing short and sweet once again as the second work week of the year begins. This dove tails well with current events that are few a far between.
...On the home front, thanks to Brother Joe for his good works on the ceiling in the north wing of stately Roberts/Suttle Manor over the weekend. Job well done---capturing the look the spouse had in mind after conceiving of the notion. Pics to follow. A couple of new light fixtures as well, including the kitchen---which means fire sale prices of culinary miner's helmets to assist vision in the darkened galley. Next up: the floors. Also of note, the first sale from Crazy Gino's Used Appliance Garage is a good possibility today as we hope to bid adieu to the fridge/freezer. Used Craig's List for the first time with rather promising results. More reports to follow.
January 8, 2006
...Do you miss the music? If so, just click here, and the dulcet tones of whomever the hell that is will continue to serenade the gentle surfer with the Washington Redskins fight song as we regale in the warm glow of Uncle Joe's good works---winning a playoff game on the road, basically without scoring an offensive touchdown. Abject euphoria and a long trip to Seattle are the welcome rewards. "Hail to the Redskins!/Hail victory!..." What's that? Don't know the words? Click here for a tutorial.
...Inexcusably unmentioned in yesterday's hasty update was the death of Lou Rawls Friday. He was 72.
...Yet another brief update this morning, as sawing and hammering must be completed, the usual talking head schedule consumed and a 1:00 start for the playoffs this afternoon. El ceilingo es muy bueno. Pics to come.
...Happy Birthday to the King. Had he not tumbled from the thrown, Elvis would have been 71 today.
December 7, 2006
...Amazingly enough, Suttle World got the lines for this weekend's NFL playoff action a bit off. So, as of this writing, let's try to get a clear eyed look at where things stand. The Skins are 2.5 point dogs on the road---a juxtaposition that makes more sense, but lends no greater motivation to move to the betting cage. The Pats are 7.5 favorites over Jacksonville. The Giants are a 2.5 favorites at home tomorrow against Carolina and the Steelers are the lone road favorite---by 3 over the Bengals. Despite getting it wrong, the wagering inclination remains the same: take all four dogs in a 6 point teaser (net WAS +8.5, JAX +13.5, CAR +8.5 and CIN +9)---pretty tempting at 3:1. Skins/Bucs are up first at 4:30 today.
...Hammering and sawing to begin shortly, ergo an abbreviated Saturday morning update.
January 6, 2006
...From the mailbag yesterday comes this message from God: Pat Robertson is not currently taking his medication as prescribed, and that, consequently, his views do not necessarily represent the opinions of Heaven or its management. Had you good folks only headed the advice of the Suttle World 755 Club---the right reverend would be on a suicide mission in Venezuela right now to take down Chavez, but no!...
...The first High Holy Day of the 2006 sports calendar is still two weeks away (Conference Championship Sunday), but the beginning of the NFL playoffs tomorrow is nearly as thrilling in its anticipation. Of course, the game of great import is tomorrow evening as the Redskins travel to Tampa Bay as 2.5 point favorites. Not exactly an attractive wagering opportunity, but Uncle Joe may well have one more win in his pocket for this season. A quick glance at the odds board reveals the notion of taking all four dogs in a 6 point teaser this weekend. Pays 3:1. And while we're at NFL headquarters, by virtue of his 28 TDs, Sean Alexander had to be MVP, with Tiki a close second after having the break out year that fantasy owners have been seeking for nearly a decade.
...As the Abramoff "scandal" unfolds, the gentle surfer is reminded that for all the time, effort and cash that goes into influencing Congress, most is devoted not to getting things done for you but to keep things from getting done to you. Corruption is best reduced by reducing government/that which can be corrupted. You can bet your Napa that the cabbage industry has a lobbyist on the Hill. Why? Cause there are 33,000 words of federal regulations regarding cabbage! Get rid of the regs and you get rid of the influence peddlers. Obviously this won't work for the Andy Hardy/Judy Garland/"Hey, let's put on a show," school of government, but presented for your amusement nonetheless.
January 5, 2006
...Though I thought his efforts were often misguided, Ariel Sharon is and was a courageous soldier in the fight for freedom and a peaceful existence for the nation of Israel. Reports from Jerusalem are grave at best, and there are few expectations that Sharon will recover from the massive cerebral hemorrhage he suffered yesterday. The geo-political ramifications shall await a more appropriate time, but having elections already scheduled is indeed convenient.
...Like 98% of the population east of the Mississippi, I learned of the Texas victory upon arising this morning---about four hours after the conclusion of the Rose Bowl. This is unfortunate, as is typically the case, teams that have had six weeks off, usually require the first half to regain their bearings, leaving the real action for the final 30 minutes that started around 11:00! With all the chat about Bush and Leinart, one is hopeful that Vince Young can find a job someplace in the NFL.
...The Colonials resumed their winning ways last night with an easy win in Philly against Temple, as GW seeks to repeat as Atlantic 10 Conference champions.
...Coming attractions: very amusing contortions from the left now that their brethren of the Bar have given Judge Alito a "well qualified" rating. And could we take up a pool for the confirmation hearings? Slip Alito a couple million to fall on the sword and answer, "no, Senator Kennedy, I have no predisposed notions on that particular issue, nor have any young women drowned in the back seat of my car."
January 4, 2006
...The good citizens of the ATL breath a melancholy sigh of relief this morning now having the burden of "New Coke"---the worst public relations disaster in human history, eclipsed by the International Coal Group and their handling of the mining calamity overnight. The first data was bleak, indicating high CO levels, then overnight hopes were raised and then news spread that all 12 had survived. Three hours later, and ooops: sorry about that... Family members and loved ones gathered at the church in Big and Tallmansville, WV for the reunion. Hideous.
...Yesterday marked the welcome return of nephew Ridge from his holiday foray to Calhoun. The boy seems no worse for the wear, and is off for the CHALLENGE of the spring semester this morning that includes Latin, Biology and Geometry. I'll take Valium for 10 mgs please, Alex.
...USC could well send everybody to bed early tonight and blow the doors off Texas, but the 7 point spread seems a bit high and would be outrageous in the 6 point teaser that would still be in good shape had Georgia shown up for the first quarter of the Sugar Bowl. If you're ball club goes 11-1, winning a major bowl and the age of your head coach is still the biggest story, perhaps it is time for a change. Second straight year the college season ends without a Florida school in the top 10, and exactly when did Bobby Bowden last win a big game?
...Geez...taking two weeks off for exams and losing one game on Tobacco Road to NC State causes GW to fall from 12 to 20 in the polls---a position which they probably deserve. The Colonials looked like a rusty team Friday and State looked pretty damn good. A-10 play begins tonight in Philly against Temple. Tip off is 6:00 so as to not conflict with the Rose Bowl, and also afford the first opportunity to catch to PC version of the game via subscription. Memo to coach Hobbs: feel free to have the boys mix in an offensive rebound at their convenience.
January 3, 2006
...So how's that Dawg Nation thing working out for you? Feel free to mix in a tackle next time or at least get a red jersey within 10 yards of the ball on any given play. Still, Georgia has accumulated more SEC titles in four years than in the previous 20 so it can't be all that bad. Til you have to replace Shockley that is. And Suttle World still has no idea who West Virginia is, but they can put up some points. Tonight the senior tour followed be the only game we really wanted to see on Wednesday---starting at 10:27 no doubt. The Sugar Bowl didn't end til nearly 1:00 (EST)!
...From January tornado and severe thunder storm warnings, hail, heavy rain and high winds to still dense fog in less than 30 minutes. A stellar effort by Mother Nature yesterday evening.
...Eureka! Ridge don't need no stinking new bedding. He gets the futon. We get to take back the bed frame, buy two great pillows with the proceeds and consign the boy to the lower birth at stately Roberts/Suttle Manor which will now be moved from Suttle World Headquarters to bedroom. Hey, we feed the kid---most of the time. Meanwhile in the master suite, a re-enactment of the Princess and the Pea is being staged starring a now 28 foot high bed of wondrous performance. Finish off the alley-oop and hit the hay all in one leap. It was a shame to leave to other bedding out in the rain, but after San Quentin turned us down, we gave up.
...From the mailbag is a greatly appreciated New Year greeting from Ross the Boss. Back atcha big guy. Now go back to work.
January 2, 2005
...Yes, forgetting the lap top and the resultant down time for Suttle World was regrettable, but not exactly like fires at the Library of Alexandria, so we shall press forward from whatever point I now occupy. Sources close to the situation have strongly hinted that today is Monday, January 2nd, and I am in stately Roberts/Suttle Manor in lovely Tucker, Georgia. I must admit to becoming inclined to joining that particular camp given the somewhat familiar surroundings. And the Christmas bedding sets off the living room with a special holiday glow that simply defies my meager command of the language. Lot's of real world stuff to do, so let's get the Suttle World highlight reel rolling.
...Props to the ever diligent Suttle World staff for taking down the Christmas decor. We are thankful for high ambient temperatures that would transform the now falling heavy rain into ice and its incumbent power outages and such. Plenty of time for that later.
...Without objection, permission to revise and extend my remarks regarding the melancholy happenings of the weekend. Suffice to say that all went well, and a number of folks can get some much needed rest should they so choose.
...No secret that Suttle World is a huge Redskin fan, but not so fanatical to realize that if you can't beat the Eagles to get into the post season, you don't deserve to go; and with that in mind the Skins turned in a performance good enough to beat the Eagles, but its tough to see them going any further---five consecutive wins notwithstanding. And let's see---which team didn't make the playoffs as a result of the Washington win? The staff indicates it would be the donkey penis eating Dallas Cowboys. The team has requested donations to finish the roof on their stadium in lieu of flowers. "That's so God can watch." Everything is indeed bigger in Texas, including the morons who think God needs a hole in the roof to take in a ball game. And God wouldn't be caught dead at a Cowboys game to begin with.
...Brandon Breazell meet Johnny Vander Meer. Just like the gentle surfer, no one in the Suttle World sphere has ever seen an onside kick returned for a touchdown, and certainly not twice by the same guy in the same game. His name will be recalled in a bar room somewhere on the planet at least once every day until the end of time. That's one hell of a line with which to start one's obit---in the nice non-Hitler kinda way.
...Why is West Virginia in the Sugar Bowl? How could LSU get destroyed by Georgia in the Dome a few weeks ago in the SEC title game and then blow Miami's doors off in the same ball park two days ago in the Peach Bowl? This, boys and girls, is why we don't wager on teenagers/college sports. And as long as the dead horse is right here within easy beating reach... Please consider that outside the insufferable Dawg Nation and some of my toothless brethren from the land of the in-bred, nobody cares about a huge bowl game tonight. The whole freakin country would care if the winner played next week.
...A good 15-20 hours now devoted the the Underground Garage on the Sirius deal. Had the signal been around 30 years ago, Major Tom could have found his way home, but at least its out there now for those who gave up on music radio about the time WIIN shut down circa '78. Just a remarkable non-stop set list. Only one Dictators and Master Plan tune heard so far, but the entire collection has not doubt been aired. Chick bands are better, but still too tinny for the most part. Story of note heard on the just ended trip was an otherwise fairly tedious Joan Jett recalling how special it was to be able to open for the Ramones in '78---the infamous tour Yolanda and I saw and resulted in the now (and then) Cruis-O-Matic interaction. And a jpeg of a ticket stub from which Matt Bruner recently forwarded. Small garage.
...Memo to CNN: SLOWLY BACK AWAY from the tsunami remembrance coverage! Yes, it was awful beyond description, but two weeks of 24/7 re-enactment is enough. Thank you. Now if it counts (cause the event was in '04), it was the story of 2005 followed quickly by Katrina and commodity prices (oil and gold in particular). Sports wise it was an Ernie Banks kinda year---underappreciated. The Pats win another Super Bowl. Carolina wins another national championship. The Solons win the first Montpelier basketball state title since Churchill's first term. The White Sox win a World Series. Tiger has another incredible off year. Dude returns two onside kicks for touchdowns in the same game, and an eight foot-three guy from Mongolia is the World Heavyweight Champion. Bring on Butter Bean. Also note, a look through the year's Sports Illustrated copies in your doctor's office would lead one to quickly pass those feel good headlines for roids and Palmeiro, et al.
...That's a good start and doesn't even touch on how one can empirically prove Sumo is fixed. For those not in the "biz", the preceding was what is known as a tease. Almost time for the most photographed and overrated event on the planet: The Tournament of Roses Parade---and that's saying something in the overrated department what with the Winter Games just a few weeks away. Suttle World likes Sweden to pull an upset in Curling this time around.
January 1, 2006
...Happy New Year. Trip and services went well---obit linked on home page. Forgot to take the laptop. Props to Cindy and Deidre for dog sitting. Redskins/Eagles start in 15 minutes. Memo to Arthur Blank: need to take a long hard look at this organization that quit just before Thanksgiving. Not good. Out.
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