By Paul Gotham Tougher than the rest Indianapolis, Denver, Minnesota, and the New York Giants continue on without defeat (New Orleans enjoyed the bye week also undefeated). Minnesota's decision to sign Brett Favre parted the waters. For right now, it looks like those in agreement were right. Of course there is much football to be played yet this season. It is hard to … [Read more...] about NFL Splinters | Week 5, 2009
Bruce Springsteen
NFL Splinters | Week 4 – 2009
By Paul Gotham Staying undefeated One quarter of the NFL season done (at least for most of the league), and four unscathed - Minnesota notwithstanding. And, no that is not intended to be a prediction for the Monday Night outcome. Prior to the season, this discussion could have had a 'Sesame Street' theme to it - as in one of these things is not like the others, one of … [Read more...] about NFL Splinters | Week 4 – 2009
Like A River That Don’t Know Where It’s Flowing…
By Paul Gotham Not sure when I began paying attention to omens - those funny precursors of events to come. Finding the exact moment of their relevance is unimportant right now. Tuesday, as Kel and I headed east toward the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), I wondered about the significance of possible omens. In preparation for that night's Springsteen show, I popped … [Read more...] about Like A River That Don’t Know Where It’s Flowing…
The Boss explains the first half ’08-’09 Premier League Campaign
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell What do Bruce Springsteen and The English Premier League have in common? Admittedly not much. But the Boss does have a way with words, and in honor of his much anticipated halftime performance in Super Bowl XLIII, I figured he could help me better understand the first half of the Premier League season and perhaps even what to expect. "Waste your … [Read more...] about The Boss explains the first half ’08-’09 Premier League Campaign
I am 19 again – “closets are for hangers”
Picture this: JD and Casey standing in the aisle screaming the lyrics to 'Rosalita'. It was not 1984 at Toronto's CNE stadium; it was last night in Rochester - 23 years later. Once again - I AM HEALED by the power of rock 'n' roll. Until you have seen Bruce Springsteen live, you have not seen a rock 'n' roll show. For those who attended last night's event, please share your … [Read more...] about I am 19 again – “closets are for hangers”