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Ive posted this before but Im heading out on the road again so it seems fitting Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee <object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoGspLF1-uY&hl=en_US&fs=1&rel=0"></param><param'>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoGspLF1-uY&hl=en_US&fs=1&rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoGspLF1-uY&hl=en_US&fs=1&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>

I liked it too--Jim Fregosi, Bobby Knoop, Don Mincher, Roger Repoz et al. It was an adventure going that far into the deep of night back then ---a little bit spooky and special ---and I did like those halo hats they were cool lookin to me--------but Im about 750 years old now--and get really grumpy like an old toad if i dont go to bed when my body commands me too

I can agree with that--and I know ESPN milks the NY/RedSox golden goose for all its worth(way too much) but I also wonder if its a timing thing in there somewhere West Coast games are tough to watch and follow on the East Coast since they dont start until 10 or 10:30. No doubt I know the Angels are annually one of the forces of the AL but normally Im watching the days highlights and getting ready for bed before they even play-next day its the same situation--and over and over--so I never really get that connected to them and what they are doing day to day...Even during a Red Sox westcoast swing that I really want to see I'm more often than not nodding off by the 3rd or 4th. I know they are almost always good and important games but the heated rivalry (on this side anyway) amongst the fan base doesnt takeoff because not too many stay up until 1:30am to watch every game. Thats my take anyway--partly anyway its a matter of practical logistics--maybe Im wrong I dont know what they could do other than move back their start time occasionally so we could actually get to watch them play back here once in awhile but that would probably just tick off the west coasters yet more---so ---I dont know /shrugs

I think the ALEast played the NL West in about 04 but maybe Im wrong on that....I know the Sox played the Dodgers that year at home anyway.. :) Im pretty sure Hiways inner 12 year old is going bonkers on that one We're getting our first spring days---the doors and windows are open and the winter grumpiness is starting to turn to a lot more smiles---Im looking forward to when Manny comes back to Fenway in June

a few more for St Paddy's Day Geese in the bog/Jig of slurs-The Tannahill Weavers <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Rocky Road to Dublin--The Chieftains <object width="560" height="340"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmhEGrK9uJ4&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param'>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmhEGrK9uJ4&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmhEGrK9uJ4&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="560" height="340"></embed></object>

Indeed they were.... Happy ST. Patricks Day! Here's a few: If I Should Fall From Grace With God--The Pogues Drunken Lullabies ---Flogging Molly

speaking of war scenes one of my favorites: <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

ha--Ive thought of posting that in Politics a zillion times: <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Another favorite: The Cheese Shop <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

I had a great time. I ended up sitting in a box in a comfy chair about five feet from stage left..right in front of Scott Vestal. It was like kickin back in my living room with some of the best musicians in the world.. There were some things from the new Cd (Circles around us)but a lot of old New Grass Revival jams as well. Sam (and the entire band)was of course jaw droppingly good.Odd time signatures, extended jams, and they never missed... At one point during an extended complex fiddle jam-I recognized an old Allman Brothers tune (Les Brers in A Minor)I asked his wife at the concession stand during the break which CD it might be on...she told me that he had never played it before -it was a one off that happened on the spot--a lot of the night seemed like that... A stealth banjo? I was wondering all night what that was! Even though it was right in front of me, it looked odd with the tuning pegs set the way they were..Vestal never broke a sweat the entire night just completely calmly played some of the most amazing banjo that I have heard in ages... It was a sleety nasty night so the crowd left right after the show. I hung out for the meet and greet... Sam and I talked about baseball for about a half hour he's as big a fan as I am...aside from seeing the greatest mandolin player in the world, I also learned the Cardinals need a bullpen. :) That nights a keeper. Thanks for the heads up on Courtney Johnson--I'll be keeping my ears open for him

Glad you like it!--Its pretty hard for a banjo to sound sad--even the "worlds gone wrong" type songs sound upbeat on a banjo.. Heres a documentary trailer that features some great banjo --- <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Im addicted to the sound myself

Sam Bush is coming to town tonight.. I'll be lucky enough to be in 4th row center(advantages of living in a small town and knowing the theater folks) I'll be thinking of you dmiller! Bringing In The Georgia Mail <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

Alice Cooper? Interesting idea but I might choose a little different myself say Jesse Ventura a good ole Navy Seal/Professional Wrestler to straighten things out last I heard anarchist Alice was a born again christian who thought Sarah Palin was wonderful../shrugs which just ain't my cup of "tea" I might have voted for him in 1972 when this song came out--but there's no telling what was in my pipe back then--there certainly was a lot of it though <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBHhkfJK2qQ&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param'>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBHhkfJK2qQ&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBHhkfJK2qQ&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

During his tenure here -He WAS the franchise and imo the most exciting player in baseball for at least some of those years. Its odd how things turn out--at one point I thought for sure that he was a first ballot hall of famer and maybe the next .400 hitter. The fidgeting--pulling the gloves, the toetaps--and a first pitch( no matter where it was)hard hit line drive going somewhere is forever etched in my mind---He was just as electric in the field with that twirling odd crossbody throw on a full run. It was an honor to watch him play. I am totally with you on the Hall Of Fame---longevity should not be the only criteria. Not only was he exciting but Nomar also had a hand in changing the game... I suppose Cal Ripken lead the way, but when Nomar, Jeter and ARod all came up at the same time the idea of a shortstop imo changed forever... It used to be Maury Wills, Luis Aparicio, Mark Belanger types--good defense, usually slaphitters and any offense was a considered a bonus. Shortstops just did not dominate the lineup very often-until those three arrived. Then the possibilities of the position became different.... Whether anyone else remembers or honors him will be the subject of a lot of debate--but I know that I will and I wll never forget that for a few short years I saw someone play baseball the way the gods meant it to be played

Ellsbury is a pretty good hitter but his main asset is his completely blinding speed...I even remember a story a few years ago about him bunting daily into a hat during BP. Its just not something that he does during game situations which I dont really understand. If he was nearly as good as the article I read it would be nearly a gimme every time-he is just too quick...I really dont know why the RedSox dont utilize that more. I agree with you and Rizzuto about modern bunting--what was once an artform is too often pathetic or poorly executed now.Its surprising to me. These guys are pros after all, I would think that it could be something that could be learned..with 100's of millions invested every year would training hitters to bunt properly actually take all that much more time and energy? Ellsbury is a pretty good hitter but his main asset is his completely blinding speed...I even remember a story a few years ago about him bunting daily into a hat during BP. Its just not something that he does during game situations which I dont really understand. If he was nearly as good as the article I read it would be nearly a gimme every time-he is just too quick...I really dont know why the RedSox dont utilize that more. I agree with you and Rizzuto about modern bunting--what was once an artform is too often pathetic or poorly executed now.Its surprising to me. These guys are pros after all, I would think that it could be something that could be learned..with 100's of millions invested every year would training hitters to bunt properly actually take all that much more time and energy?

Im really surprised that Ellsbury doesnt bunt more often--with his speed he would be darn near unstoppable. I seriously think he could bunt his way to a .360 season if he wanted. I dont know why they dont encourage that from him.

The defense should be improved with Scutaro, Beltre, Cameron, a full season of Victor Martinez behind the plate and Ellsbury moving to left--With the pitching it should be a very good team as far as run prevention... Theres not a lot of power in there (at least on paper)Youk could step up, Papi could comeback. Im thinking if its a problem they trade at the deadline for Prince Fielder or someone. Im looking forward to my first look at Lackey...

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It would be a good start if people stopped buying useless disposable crap. Manufacturers and corporations would not make 20 cent toothbrushes or the other trillion useless disposable things if consumers didnt buy them. You get what you pay for-that includes dirty Oceans and rivers to dispose of YOUR stuff. It can be reversed ---Pete Seeger cleaned up one of the filthiest rivers in the country -The Hudson in New York--(Clearwater Foundation)-but it takes individuals who are willing to change the way that they live <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

If you ever figure out the formula for that mystical elusive factor that makes 25 players into one real teams please let me know. I still dont know exactly what makes it happen--but when it does-it can be almost like something magical. I'll take 50 cases please..

Not even cigarettes?? Darn -- where I was I think just about everyone smoked cigarettes Early on (late 70's) a lot of people that I knew smoked pot frequently--not IN Classes or twig but about every other time--We even had people who backed it up with bible verses.... something about "the herbs of the field being for the healing of the nations" or something.

Ive seen him (and hated him) during the playoffs over the years..I know he is a very tough competitor and a bulldog..one of those types of guys that is easy to dislike if you are the opposition because of his fierceness..I'll have to adjust to him being on 'this side' now--which will probably happen in the first start or two....I do want to see his first showdown with the Yanks and see the glaredowns with ARod and Texeira--which could be a season microcosm On paper the RS starting rotation (Lester, Beckett, Lackey, DiceK-and Buchholz/Wakefield looks very very strong--With three potential #1's-It could bea dominant staff in the AL of course this time of year things look good--but nobody ever won anything on paper. Its all even at this point ---for some reason there is still 162 yet to play before anything is decided--Is along way to October--I am waiting to enjoy the ride of '010-- whatever it brings

I think it snows in July in Colrain Im pretty sure Ive seen it snow in June there at least...... Its still snowing here and looks like we have another few days ahead. Ive been shoveling off my roof afew buildings in the area have collapsed... I am definitely ready for the Marco Scutaro era to begin!!!! If you missed it here was good article in the The Globeabout Mike Cameron talkin' on a wide range of subjects, from Manny to "borrowing" the centerfield spot from Jacoby. But the best soundbite comes when Cameron discusses why he chose number 23:

I'll be in my shop tinkering--after I get done with that cool cigar box guitar Im gonna make me one of these: <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value=" name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src=" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

You cannot Coin money. You, your town, your county or your state however CAN legally [/i]print [/i]its own money. It would defeat the purpose of regional economic growth if it were used for "reckless spending" (Who would ever accept it?) but they are allowed. My town has its own Money. It works well in keeping the local and regional economy vibrant. I dont understand why more places dont do it. That being said I still know that if..California...or other large states fail that the ripple effect would have some adverse effects even here 1000's of miles a way. Nobody and no states live in an economic vacuum. How much business do Texas and California do annually? billions? Trillions? I dont particularly like the idea of the possibility of propping up a failed state but its a lot cheaper in the long run than letting it fail

Crack investimagative journamalism from the folks at Politico who unveiled a secret White House Plot that Barack Obama is going to run for President of the United States in 2012! Just how did the other newspapers miss this?