MOTM - January 31, 2008

OK, so I've been away for a while and while I was gone, no one really stepped forward. Is that what I am to glean from this?

So, we'll try this grand experiment in ethanol enhanced loquaciousness again. This Thursday (tomorrow), last day of the month, etc., we will gather under the pristine white tents of the Belmont late in the afternoon to exchange deep philosophical thoughts and bodily fluids (I'm referring, of course, to phlegm-borne rhino viruses that are so in these days).

Come, bring a friend, bring a 'tude, bring anything or nothing, but come.

Discussion topics:

• The campaign tactics of Fred Thompson and Rudy 9iu11ani and why your 5 year old nephew with room temperature IQ could have given better advice;
• Where the smart money would be in a Ultimate Fighting cage match between Obama and Hillary?
• Whether Bill Clinton would benefit from having industrial strength zippers on his pants and his mouth?

Something else we need to disclose is our five favorite movies of all times. I don't go for all those "good" movies with fine actors and great production qualities. No "Citizen Kane" or "To Kill A Mockingbird" for me (although in To Kill A Mockingbird when Reverend Sykes says "Jean Louise, stand up. Your father's passing", it always shakes me to my core).

My list includes (in no particular order):

1. The Princess Bride
2. Field of Dreams
3. The Natural
4. Quigley Down Under
5. Silverado

Two baseball movies, two westerns and a fantasy, although every one but Silverado has some fantasy in it. Also, two movies with Kevin Costner in them and I think he basically sucks as an actor.

For Lone Star Todd's benefit, Shawshank Redemption would probably make my second five.

Let's hear your list in the comments. Peace. Out.

MOTM - January 24, 2008

OK, I'm told no one showed up last week for MOTM. I didn't but I'm pretty sure the rest of you didn't have as good an excuse as I did. If my information is incorrect, please let me know and don't bother reading the rest of this post.

Damn, people! What do we have to to do to coax you to drink? I've bought you books, sent you to school and all you do is chew on the covers. This team needs some leadership, someone to step up and say: "I'll drink every week. I'm just the human for that". When the going gets tough the tough get to drinking.

I'm going to give you another chance to redeem yourself. I probably won't be at the MOTM on this Thursday either (if I'm not, I have another good excuse). So, who's gonna give 110%, go the extra mile, fluff the rat and call it a poodle or if there are no other good options, just move the turd to the other pocket. These are all inspirational slogans designed to encourage/shame you into participation, especially in my absence.

OK, who out there has the right stuff? Let's hear it.

MOTM - January 17, 2008

OK, time for the ingestion of ethanol again. Hard core happy hourers will gather again Thursday night at the Belmont in the late afternoon/early evening to swill, thrill and chill.

Topic of discussion: The amendments to the Constitution when we have President Huckabee.

Will it be to address capital punishment for cursing your mother or father (Leviticus 20:9), for homosexuality (Leviticus 20:13) or for having sex with your wife and her mother (Leviticus 20:14)? Maybe one of the amendments would prohibit a female president (Isaiah 3:12) or allow amputation for grabbing private parts in a fight (Deuteronomy 25: 11-12) or punish you for going to Red Lobster (Leviticus 11:10-12). Ah, the list of possibilities is endless.

Good times are on the horizon. Rock on.

Some Pictures From MOTM - Jan. 10

This is how smart you look after two scotches and two silver Patrons. Thanks to International Exotic Chick for pictures.

MOTM - January 10, 2008

Quite a nice turn out last night. We had at least a three tabler.

As it was the anniversary of my entry into this world, somebody (Steph McC and Stuart?) bought me a couple of silver Patron shots, so my memory of the event remains somewhat suspect. Thanks, guys.

As far as the silver Patron, that has to be one of the superior inventions ever by humankind, right up there with fire, the internets and the TV remote. We were taught in organic chemistry that alcohol was invented before soap, so it was obvious that people were more interested in being drunk than being clean. I understand.

Charter members Sharon and J-Spot brightened the night. Penny, Beverly and Paula added intellectual substance. Angel and Lone Star Todd made triumphant return appearances. Exotic international chick (International exotic chick?) came for the last time for a few months. She thinks attending class and obtaining degrees and stuff is more important than MOTM. No sense of priorities. Thanks, EIC, for the cake and ice cream. Very festive.

Of course, Steph was there. She invited her hair dresser who she described as beautiful and much more of a partier than anybody we knew. I left a little early but I hope she eventually showed up and will come back. I would like to meet anybody with that endorsement.

Luke, who, for better or worse, shares half my DNA made his inaugural visit. I like having him here. Sonali, Debbi K., Ryan and Tiana aided in the frivolities. Lesley B. showed up late but is always most welcome. Stuart and the ever present cell phone added his own brand of elan and panache.

I know I have left some people out because of the convergence of agave based alcohol and restricted arterial function. Please supplement in the comments.

Major controversy of the evening was that Lone Star Todd dared to say that Shawshank Redemption was a better movie than The Princess Bride. Fists were clenched and chairs pushed back until cooler heads prevailed. The topic for the next MOTM is your five top movies of all time and why you are wrong if you don't agree with me.

Until then. Peace. Out.

MOTM - January 10, 2008

OK, almost time for another one. Weather promises to be warmer this week so should not provide an excuse for anyone to miss.

We'll convene again at the Belmont after 4:30 or 5:00 pm and rock until DiskFunKShun JunkShun takes over for us. Those in prior attendance will understand.

Several have made New Years Resolutions to attend these events and to drink more. Now is the time to start fulfilling those resolutions, right? You've already stopped smoking, lost 15 pounds, got organized and remedied that dysfunctional relationship, haven't you? So, only one resolution to go.

Some people that have promised attendance at some time during the year include: Kim McC, Dustin O ("DOQ"), in a triumphant return from exile in San Antonio, Exotic International Chick with the J-Lo dress and Carablosson. We will retain our aspiration waiting for their appearance.

J-Spot still hasn't posted the picture of her New Years Eve date. Need to do that.

Amanda, how 'bout them Buckeyes? Did you go to the Big Easy? Easy only for LSU.

Topic for discussion: Obama, Hillary, Huckabee, Romney, Giuliani, whom would you most want Westley to share iocaine powder with? Of course, it's a Princess Bride reference. Only the best movie ever made.

Another Epic MOTM - January 3, 2008

The first MOTM of 2008 made up for its lack of quantity with an abundance of quality. Some of you may think I'm silly for promoting these events, but last night for almost all of the night it was one male (me) surrounded by a number of beautiful women. Who's silly now, I ask?

The soiree was guaranteed success from the start by the presence of charter members and most regular attendees, Sharon and J-Spot. J-Spot had a good story about a fat, almost naked old guy on New Year's Eve. She should post the picture in the comments so all can "enjoy". I'm not sure how rambunctious the party was but she managed to lose her Victoria Secret coat. Rock on.

Beth is back in town fresh from Nebraska and from a recent wedding (her own) and it was a pleasure to see her again. Carole was a welcome returnee to our midst. Amanda (Bucky Buckeye) impressed us with her football knowledge and is considering going to New Orleans just to tail gate outside the Superdome while her team experiences some SEC home cooking inside.

Stuart showed up late but had a good story about his credit/debit card wars. Thanks to all of you for coming out on a cold evening. We'll continue to do this until we get it right or quit.

Same time, same place next week.

Topic for discussion: Should the BCS championship be organized and run by the same people that organize and run the Iowa presidential caucuses? Or would that merely diminish the luster of each? (Smell that? It's sarcasm.)

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Happy New Year - MOTM January 3, 2008

Whew, now that the holidays are just a bitter memory and it was once again confirmed why you moved from your home town, it's time to reconvene. For some of you, it's just a couple of days from another drinking day, but hey, you're a pro at this.

I had not planned to miss the last one but the holiday revelry just got out of hand and I couldn't get back to town in time. I hope you carried on without me. That's the purpose of this.

So, let's get back together Thurs. night at the Belmont at the usual time.

Topics for discussion are the favorite gift you received for the holidays and when you are exchanging it for what you really wanted.

'08 will be great.

Peace. Out.