What's The Matter Little Ricky?

Louisville loses tonight (at home) for the third time this season to an un-ranked team.(UNLV) Sunday afternoon will be veeerry interesting - 4:30 - CBS - @ Louisville. Go Cats! Gotta get me some KY Fried Cardinal.....

We Can Get Everything We Need At 3 Stores

I heard a report on the ABC Evening News tonight that we have twice the amount of retail stores in this country than we need. I believe it. I think we only need 3 stores in every city; Wal-Mart, Lowes and Ashley Furniture. That's it. That's all we need. If those three merged into one store than we would only need 1 store. Think of all the green space that would open up. Agree or disagree?

Now I'm Interested

I haven't been very engaged in the current NFL season, until now. The Bengals had their typical season but the Dolphins didn't. I followed Miami closely when living in S. Florida so I know how far they have come to make it to the playoffs. I never thought I would see Ricky Williams play again; much less play well. I'm pulling for the Dolphins to advance while rooting for the Vikings along the way too. I predict the Chargers win it all however. Ya gotta love the Lions. What happened to Tampa Bay?

KY Slips By FAU - 76-69

"I thought they played out of their minds," Gillispie said. "They just didn't miss any shots." A 48.2-percent accuracy (the best since Virginia Military Institute by a UK opponent) let the Owls control the tempo and make Kentucky play a possession-by-possession game. "Exactly what we needed," said Gillispie, who left unsaid the contrast to UK's recent bloodlettings against Tennessee State (ho-hum), Appalachian State (yawn), Indiana (zzzzz) and Mississippi Valley State (D.O.A.)Kentucky's size prevailed as Patrick Patterson's 27 points and 14 rebounds fueled an overwhelming 48-24 UK advantage in points in the paint.

Merry Christmas!

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We Were There - KY - 102 - TN State - 58

When: 7 p.m. | Where: Rupp Arena
Meeks scores 32 - Patterson - 33

Looking Good....

In Kentucky's 93-69 rout of Appalachian State on Saturday, another chapter of lore was written when junior guard Jodie Meeks erupted for 46 points. He made 14-of-21 field goals, including nine three-pointers, and hit 9-of-10 free throws.
"On fire," UK coach Billy Gillispie said simply. "I've never had a guy score that many points for one of my teams. It was an unbelievable performance."

Two Hours of Ballet

Mary & I saw the Nutcracker for the first time last weekend at the Lexington Opera House. We were glad we finally saw it but I doubt if I'll be going back any time soon. Strange plot. The dancing rats kind of freaked me out a bit. And my hands began to hurt from all the clapping required at the end as the entire cast continued to come forward, bow, and demand applause. I didn't want to keep clapping but felt the peer pressure to do so. Two hours? whew...

If Only Rick Warren Was Gay.....

then the tolerant, diversity preaching left-wing liberals could agree with BO's choice to give the invocation at the Presidential inauguration.

Is Caroline Kennedy Qualified To Be A Senator?

I say "NO." She's never been arrested.

Those Whacky Mascots...

On My List To See

Support Your Country - Go Get A Loan

The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate to a range of between zero percent and 0.25%, and said it expects to keep rates near that unprecedented low level for some time to come. It's an attempt to encourage people to borrow more money. So...do your part; dig yourself deeper into debt and help our country!

Interesting Top Ten

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A Very Fun Win For Me! KY 72 - IN 54

The Indiana - Ky rivalry from years past has been tremendous. Pounding them in the ground yesterday was a joy to watch! The Cats played great the first half and built a 26 point lead at one point. The second half didn't have quite the intensity but that's to be expected in a game like this. The crowd was into it the first half when the game was decided. This team is definitely improving.

Special Dedication For Lyndsey

Why We Shouldn't Give Detroit Money

This is the BEST ARTICLE on this subject I have read so far.

Scarey Place....

Game Day - KY vs Indiana - CBS - 4pm

Mike's Pick:KY 75 - IN - 65 (FYI - I will be taping the game and watching later this evening)

"I've Had No Contact With The Governor."

Barack Obama greeted Rod Blagojevich last week at the National Governors Association meeting in Philadelphia. Obama said he's had no contact with the governor but even David Axelrod, one of BO's chief advisors says BO & the governor spoke in November. Which is it?

Tonight Show Moving To 10:00pm eastern. Who Cares?

I really don't care because I have not watched a full episode since Johnny Carson retired in 1992. Apparently, this is a regular feature Leno does that I have never seen until recently.

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Christmas Gift Idea - Under The File - "Why Didn't I Think of That?"

Golf Club With Dual Purpose: Iron And Urinal
Have you ever needed to use the bathroom during the middle of your golf game? Maybe, hit a ball into the woods just so you could sneak off and get some relief. Those days are over.  A urologist practicing in Florida has invented a solution for your troublesome bladder. It’s a golf club that duals as a urinal. This urologist kept getting complaints about men needing to use the bathroom while on the golf course. So he invented the UroClub. The UroClub looks like a golf club, plays like a golf club but has just a slightly bigger handle. That is because it s a container that can hold up to half a litter of liquid. The UroClub comes with a towel which hooks into the club for privacy and a very tight knob on top for preventing any spills.
For More information on this device you can visit the UroClub Website

Meet A Centenarian

I think it's fun to think about making it to 100 years old. (If you didn't have to worry about the money running out) I've never met a centenarian. Life expectancy in the United States has continually been on the increase with the advance of medicine and healthier lifestyles. In conjunction with this increase, the number of individuals 100 years old or greater, or centenarians, has also increased. According to the US Census Bureau:
In 2000, there were 50,454 centenarians in the United States, or 1 per 5,578 people, or roughly 18 per 100,000
In 1990, there were 37,306 centenarians in the United States. or 1 per 6,667 people, or roughly 15 per 100,000
When Forrest Wilson turned 100 years old last May, people asked how he has remained in such good shape. He said, “Living a good clean life, being a Baptist, and being a Republican.”
His advice for a long and happy life is “have a sense of humor” and “make friends.” “It’s easier to smile and make friends,” he says, “than it is to be a grouch.” Mr. Wilson smiles at everyone he sees in the Lois E. Harrill Senior Center in Boone, NC, especially pretty women, and it’s a frisky smile that sometimes seems to hide a secret or a sweet memory. He’s a regular at the senior center lunches, driving his Ford Tempo GL down from his Boone Mountain house off Highway 421 near Vilas after tending to his animals or other chores. He’s up at about 7 each morning and generally makes himself breakfast: grits or instant oatmeal, one cup of coffee, and two or three times a week he makes three eggs, sausage or bacon, and buttered toast with grape jelly or honey. His diet must suit him. He says the only time he’s been in a hospital was to visit. The only medication he takes is a half an aspirin per day. He grew up in Watauga County before electricity reached there and people got around by horse and wagon. Even after working with Blue Ridge Electric for 25 years–from 1946 to 1971–he jokes that he’s still not entirely accustomed to electric lights.
If I live to be 100, I would have to have at least 3 more knee replacements if they last 15 years each. Looking at it that way doesn't make it seem so fun.

Have Ya Ever Wondered...

I am wondering how many of the politicians involved in the auto bailout have received political donations from the United Auto Workers union. Think about it. They give the money to the auto manufacturers who in return give the money back to the politicians. It's the perfect racket.

Ky Beats A Team Many High Schools In This Area Could Beat - KY 88 - Miss Valley State - 65

KY gets out-coached - again - Miami 73 - KY 67 (And it really wasn't close until the last 5 minutes)

Billy's stubbornness loses another one for us. What happened to Harrellson & then Galloway comes in with 51 seconds? I just don't get it. I played basketball and have watched UK for 40 years and I just don't get it. Why didn't Liggins start today? Why didn't we press? BCG drives me nuts. He may end up bringing KY back to prominence but he's driving me crazy in the process.

A Very Memorable Christmas Gift For Me

Miami (The "U") at KY - Saturday - 5:30pm - ESPN

Should be a good one. I'm anticipating some trash talk from Chris G. (Big Miami fan who has roots in Louisville)

"Question....Hey...I Have A Question!"

If the government gives the "big "three" (as they have so cleverly marketed themselves) 20 billion dollars; what will they do with it? Correct me if I'm wrong but if people aren't buying their cars (mostly because the unions have destroyed the quality and the pricing of their products) that would mean the people who manufacture the cars would not be very busy on the assembly line. So would the money go toward continuing to pay people who are not really needed to manufacture cars no one is buying? Or would the money be used to pay off other loans which is borrowing from Peter to pay Paul which always has disastrous results? OK - that's two questions. Sorry about that.

Kiosk Harassment

I made a trip to the mall today and it felt like I was at the county fair. I had at least four employees at various kiosks yell at me when I was walking by wanting me to come over and hear their pitch. You think the least they could do is offer a chance to win a teddy bear. Leave me alone. I want to walk through the mall in peace. OK?

Ho Ho Ho!

YOU CAN BE A SANTA TOO!

Mixed Emotions...

» Basketball: Kentucky 54, W. Virginia 43: The Cats battled back from a 10-point halftime deficit for their fourth straight win. 

» Football: Tennessee 28, Kentucky 10: In Coach Phil Fulmer's last game, the Vols beat Kentucky for the 24th straight time.

I loved the basketball win because we beat a coach I do not like. BOB HUGGINS 

There's a part of me that says KY Football does not deserve to go to a bowl game. But, when you consider our injuries this year and how many players we lost to graduation or the pros; this turns out to be a not so bad season. We'll take it.

Here's Some Simple Ideas For Your Christmas Lights

Big Win For Cats Over Kansas State! 74-72 - The UK Sports Marathon Continues Today

Mike's Picks: Football: Ky 17 - TN - 14 - Basketball - KY 75 - WVU - 70

Game Day - KY vs Kansas State

When: 11:59 p.m. | Where: Las Vegas -TV: ESPNU. That's right 11:59! Here's what Billy had to say about that at Wednesday's press conference. "I don't think that's any good." Info on KY STATE
Mike's Pick: Kansas State 61 - KY 57

I Gots To Have Me A PlayStation

West Tradition - Thanksgiving Notes

Here's how it works. Post something you're thankful for throughout the day on Thanksgiving via the comment section and I will add your note in the jar. As new notes are added, more notes will show up in the jar. See how it works? We have much for which to be thankful! We had 57 notes in the jar last year.

KY Gets Back On Track

Kentucky improved to 2-2 on the season with a 93-57 rout of Longwood on Monday at Rupp Arena.
Mike's Player Of The Game: Patrick Patterson. 28 points - 12 rebounds - 6 assists - 4 blocks - 3 steals.
The Cats looked very good although the Lancers didn't have much. I was happy to see them apply full-court pressure occasionally. I think that's a key for them to get out to a fast start.
Next Game: Friday night vs. Kansas State in the Las Vegas Basketball Classic - time 11:59pm eastern - TV - ESPNU
They play again Saturday against either West Virginia or Iowa at either 7:30 or 10:30pm.

Game Day - KY vs Longwood - 7pm - Rupp Arena

WHO WHAT & WHERE IS LONGWOOD?
Mike's Pick: KY 80 - Longwood 52
Mike's Player Of The Game vs Delaware State - Kevin Galloway - 0 points - 0 rebounds. Kevin played only 90 seconds before Coach Billy Clyde Gillisipie called a timeout and pulled him from the game for dribbling too much. The timeout was called for one reason; to substitute for Galloway. Coach BCG did not talk to Kevin or his team when the timeout was called. I felt the need to show some love to Kevin after the manner in which he was pulled from the game. Hang in there Kevin! Due to a BSF class tonight, I will be taping tonight's game so please, no calls with updates. (Not that anyone else will really be following the game but just in case)

Cats Win 71-42

We needed this one. Delaware St was not very good. The Cats still have a lot of work ahead of them.

Game Day

DELAWARE STATE AT KENTUCKY | Noon | FSN South The Wildcats look for their first win of the season today when they host Delaware State in Rupp Arena.

Mike's Pick: "I ain't makin one."

"I think we're going to be alright," said Billy Gillispie.

NORTH CAROLINA 77 - KENTUCKY 58
I actually think he's right but these embarrassing losses are very tough on a proud fan base. We not only got beat up on the court but the talking heads before, during and after the game beat up on us too. Not fun.

UK vs North Carolina - ESPN - 9pm est - Tuesday

Because she lost a bet, UK's most famous fan, actress Ashley Judd, will be in the North Carolina student section at Tuesday night's game. How could a nice girl like her end up in a place like that?
Q: Since you'll be sitting with the North Carolina students, will you be cheering for the Tar Heels?
A: I will be my usual UK self in their student section. Becoming a Tar Heel was most adamantly not a part of the deal. ... Just that I'd come stand with them!
Q: How did you make a bet that might require you to be in the North Carolina student section?
A: While campaigning on UNC's campus with Senator (Joe) Biden's sister, we had a marvelous crowd that was very fired up for change and who was determined to change the trend of young people who say they are going to vote (and) then flake out on election day. To help galvanize their participation and encourage them not to be complacent at the last minute, I spontaneously blurted out that I would stand in their student section (with my UK attire, thank you very much) on the 18th if they got out the vote in a big way and delivered N.C. for the change we need. This, obviously, would be historic, as NC hasn't voted Democratic since Jimmy Carter, and it would help make (Barack) Obama and Biden's victory more emphatic.

In Your Face Gators!!

LEXINGTON, Ky. – Trailing 12th-ranked Florida 2-1, the No. 22 Kentucky Wildcats stormed back to take the final two sets and upset the 17-time SEC Champions in front of the fifth-largest crowd ever at Memorial Coliseum, Sunday. (All kinds of KY fans showed up hoping to see a win of some kind this weekend)(I made that part up) The five-set victory positions UK into first place by a half of a game in the SEC standings with two matches remaining in the regular season. Kentucky (25-4, 16-2) earned set victories of 25-23, 14-25, 20-25, 25-20, 15-6, to snap a 38-match losing streak to Florida (21-3, 15-2).“If that is not exciting volleyball then I don't know what is,” Kentucky coach Craig Skinner said. “We had a few moments together as a team in the locker room, and it was awesome for us.”

GO UK WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL TEAM!

Not a good weekend to be a UK fan. We started the weekend with a Friday night home basketball defeat to VMI. Our women's basketball team lost to Michigan on Saturday and then KY football let Vandy roll up 300 yards of offense in the first half last night on the way to a 31-24 defeat. Not good. But, there's still hope. UK vs FL today in volleyball. GO CATS! (I would love to talk volleyball smack to Gator volleyball fans.)

Game Day Again - KY vs Vandy - 8pm - ESPN 2

Mike's Pick - KY 17 - Vandy 13 (Hope this pick works out better than my pick for the basketball game last night)
A win tonight would more than likely mean a New Years Eve game in Atlanta in the Georgia Dome for the Chick-fil-A Bowl.

KY Loses To More Talented & More Determined VMI - 111 - 103

Future Multi-Millionaire

I like this kid a lot! Good Story

The Wait Is Over - It's Here! Game Day - Oooh Yeah! KY vs VMI - Rupp Arena - 7pm

Mike's Pick - KY 89 - VMI 65  WHO IS VMI?

Mrs. Hughes

Thanks to Ted for sending this to me.

KY Basketball - Opens The Season In 2 Days - A Little Insight Into Billy

The One Shall Save Christmas For Us All...

Can Barack Obama save Christmas? (an actual question at the top of the article)
In a survey by the International Council of Shopping Centers and Goldman Sachs, 8 percent of respondents said they are likely to increase holiday spending, thanks to the historic election of Sen. Obama to the White House. By contrast, only 5 percent said they would have increased spending if Sen. John McCain had been elected. While Michael Niemira, director-research at ICSC, admits those figures don't represent the bulk of consumers, he said it still offers a reason for optimism. "It does say on the margin that getting the election behind us will help," he said. "Now things may change, and that's what we're counting on, even if it's in the margin."

Real Purrty Around Here Right Now

Thank You Veterans!

We Had Em'...... GA 42 - KY 38

Not your fault Randall. We needed the defense to step up. GREAT GAME
Cats!

Game Day - KY vs Georgia

GEORGIA AT KENTUCKY | 12:30 pm | TV: Raycom
Georgia Coach Mark Richt, left, and the 14th-ranked Bulldogs will meet Kentucky Coach Rich Brooks and the Wildcats Saturday afternoon in Commonwealth Stadium
Mike's Pick - GA 21 - KY 17

Ball Of Confusion - An All Time Favorite Of Mine From 1970 - Ladies & Gentlemen - The Temptations!

Cost of a new home: $26,600.00
Cost of a new car: $3492
Median Household Income: $8,734.00
Cost of a first-class stamp:$0.06
Cost of a gallon of regular gas: $0.36
Cost of a dozen eggs: $0.62
Cost of a gallon of Milk: 1.15

Dogs Licking Faces

Some people actually seem to enjoy allowing their dog to lick them in the face. Me? It grosses me out every time I see it and we do not allow Gracie to lick us although it can be a challenge at times. The command "No Lick" works pretty good for her though.

Palin - The Future Of The National Republican Party? NOT

Sarah Palin - please don't go there. She's done. She had her flash and it's over as far as national politics is concerned.
Governor Tim Pawlenty is the guy to keep a close eye on. What I can't figure out however is how Minnesota can pick a really sharp guy like Pawlenty to be their governor and at the same time nearly elect Al Franken as a Senator. I think the extreme cold must play a role.

It's Been A Tough 8 Years....

America Elects The First 50% African American President

Sometimes we're allowed to have what's "not" best for us in order to teach us a lasting lesson. Let's hope many of the young voters of this generation learn why socialism is not a good idea through all this. Too bad we have to learn some things the hard way. I am glad however to see so many young voters get involved in this race and I am glad there are no more excuses for black Americans. MLK's dream was to see a day when race didn't matter; and I totally agree. It's ironic that for most black voters, it's all that mattered. SEE PREVIOUS PREDICTION FROM OCT 3rd

Quick Reminder As The News Splashes Jackson All Over The Place

July 10, 2008
WASHINGTON - In a shocking blast at Barack Obama that was caught on tape, the Rev. Jesse Jackson said, "I wanna cut his ____ out." Why was he crying last night? Guilt? Jealousy? Or a genuine joy in seeing the first 50% African American President Elect?