Waveland Bowl - Week 1 Review

Meet the lineup for your 2008 Nights Are 4ever Bowling team:

Leadoff - Chas

Two-hole - Meg

Striker - Maddog

Cleanup - AP

Sixth Man - Big Play

The Mad Pino - LC

Nights Are 4ever took on The Schlubs And Co. team on the eve of March 18. The first of three games was taken by Nights Are 4ever, led by Chas and his 155. As Bud Light started to take effect, Nights Are 4ever surrendered a close game two. The team was working on all cylinders for game three, as Maddog posted an impressive 183. Team morale was at an all-time high when Big Play made a post-game appearance for some celebratory libations. Big Play had to miss the evening's match due to a prior commitment to a local charity. The unselfish, skilled play of both Meg and AP will be something that teams will have to reckon with throughout this season. I don't envy those folks. LC was out of town on business, but she hopes to rejoin the team for next week's match.

Pictures to come in subsequent weeks.

I Am Crazy For This Chicken

El Pollo Loco opened up a location in my neighborhood earlier this month. They have been moving into the Chicagoland area recently, and they receive rave reviews. I had to try their chicken offerings to find out for myself. I am happy to report that everything I've tried has been delicious. The Ultimate Grilled Burrito combo was top notch, and the $1 chicken legs are delectable. But I think my favorite item so far has been the Original Pollo Bowl. Chicken breast, pinto beans, rice, cilantro, onions and Pico de Gallo combine for a flavor sensation unlike anything you've had served to you in a bowl from Chipotle. I am sure to frequent this location for months to come. Alas, they are not open late night for your post-bar burrito cravings.

Recent News

Recently, someone at my company made the executive decision to remove Twix from the vending machine and replace them with Oreos. I love a good Oreo, but I find myself missing the creamy caramel that Twix brought to the table. In honor of Twix, I would like to leave you with these words, originally penned by Mr. Kenny Rogers:

Through the years

You've never let me down

You turned my life around

The sweetest days I've found

I've found with you

The Magic Bullet

I was flipping through the channels the other night, and I happened upon an infomercial for The Magic Bullet. I was so amazed by the product, I could not tear myself away from the channel. Like the Miracle Blade and The Ronco Rotisserie before it, I was hooked. I was a bit disappointed by the pricing of this item, though. I was hoping that it would cost no more than $49.99, but when the price was finally revealed, they had it at $99.99. I suppose that's still good, especially since you get two full systems, but I don't need two. I just need one. Oh, they tell you that the second one will "make a great gift", but I don't have any friends. Anyway, it's a pretty cool appliance, but you should check it out for yourselves here.

April Fools?

If you are looking for a way to celebrate the day after April Fools' Day, as I know you are, look no further than Martyr's. Martyr's will be hosting Tributosaurus, who will be performing all the classic hits of Journey. Now I know what you're saying. "If I wanted to see a Journey tribute band, I would just visit a bar in the south suburbs any weekend." Fair enough. But, I can assure you that Tributosaurus pulls together their shows with amazing sonic accuracy and flair. Start growing out your mullets now, because this is going to be a happening.

Martyr's, April 2, 7:00 and 9:30pm.

My Two Dads

Remember that show "My Two Dads"? Of course you do, it was excellent. Well, if I had to choose two dads, these are the two that I would choose. Also, the next time you are shopping on Amazon.com, I would suggest choosing the "Nights Are Forever" album.

Ridin' The Rail

If you are overweight and/or if you have a chronic cough, please do not sit next to me on public transportation. And I apologize in advance for the alcohol smell emanating from my pores. Thanks!