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Fall in IndianaPosted Thursday, October 25, at 11:08 PM After dropping my daughters off at school Wednesday morning, I was making my way home and noticed this scene off to my left. I couldn't resist taking a quick snapshot.
This is just one of many reasons why I love Indiana in the fall.
A Look at the Debates I was speaking with a friend recently about the Presidential and Vice Presidential debates that are currently going on. I noted how I loved to watch the politicians work through answers and see which person can get an edge. As we talked, and the more I thought about it, I kept having a vision in my head. A running video that seemed to sum up what the debates have generally come to be, which is much less romantic than the ones of the past...
Sometimes it's hard to wake up in the morning. I'm a person that doesn't drink caffeine, so getting a jolt early in the morning sometimes is hard thing to do. I found the perfect cure for anyone who suffers from early morning sluggishness -- a ride around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway...
This is going to be a quick-hit blog post about the passing of TV legend Andy Griffith. Mr. Griffith passed away today at the age of 86 and will be forever a part of my family. I watched The Andy Griffith Show from an early age with my dad and watch it even today. (I'm actually watching it right now)...
Canadian coach trips 13-year-old player -- wow. Covering high school athletics as I do, I see many supportive coaches, players and families. Sometimes I see some individuals who could use a little work in that area, but I read a story that takes the cake. A hockey coach in British Columbia leg sweeps a 13-year old opponent while the two teams were shaking hands. I love "The Karate Kid" as much as the next guy, but a leg sweep by a junior league hockey coach is a weak as it comes. Simmer down, Johnny Lawrence...
It's race day once again and here I sit. Normally I wish that I was out among the people and taking in the excitement, but with the thermometer expected to creep north of 90 degrees, I am more than happy to be kicking it in the media center. Jared and I rolled up a little before 6:30 this morning and didn't hit a bit of traffic, so that was a cool way to start the day. ...
Lessons from the kids: Gravity Sucks Having kids teaches you so much. Not just the things you expect like love and patience, but also things such as why gravity sucks. Let's talk about the all-important topic of gravity. We all deal with it on a daily basis and as soon as you turn your back on it, it jumps out and shows you why it's still the boss...
Sometimes life smacks you right in the face. Other times it sends a projectile rocketing through the side window of your van. Either way, it quickly gets your attention. On Wednesday I was going about my usual routine of getting my youngest daughter ready to make the trek into town for work. ...
The biggest night in Hollywood and I'm going to be silent. Normally I make my predictions and live blog during the event, but as of 6:50 p.m. I have no plans to and probably for a silly reason. Uggie the Dog stole every scene he shared in "The Artist" and for the Academy Awards people didn't extend an invite to the pooch. They hand invites out to Zac Efron and Sasha Baron Cohen like they're Skittles, but for a key performer in a movie nominated for Best Picture, they get nothing...
The quest for treasure -- sort of. Last week I decided to take some time off to chill with the family before the end of the season tournaments hit when it's hard to find time to breathe let alone time away from the office. One thing my daughters and I love to do is watch movies. Of course, our tastes are a little different, so I submit to their whims and always go with their choices...
I just arrived at Lucas Oil Stadium and made it to my seat. Second row from the top of Lucas Oil Stadium. Actually not too bad. I'll update as the day progresses. 4:55 p.m. It's starting to get busy. Seats are filling up and walking around is not as easy as it was. Listening to Michael Irvin predict the Giants will win the game. I agree, but Tom Brady is a scary, scary man. Teams will be taking the field for warm-ups in a few...
Time to end the Pro Bowl I like watching all-stars as much as the next person, but what I watched during this year's NFL Pro Bowl was in a word -- pathetic. I'm all for having a great time and taking it easy after the season has ended, but if you're going to play the game -- play the game...
He might not be the best at the position, but you can't argue the appeal of Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow. Once thought to never have the skills to be a starter in the NFL, Tebow has taken over the offense in Denver and taken the city and nation by storm...
Short season = excitement The debut of the NBA is just a few days away and I'm not sure what to think. With no training camp to speak of and a league of players who are upset, what kind of a product can we expect? We've already had trades declined, players (Kevin Garnett) complaining about the lack of training camp time and a rushed start to the season. ...
Thanksgiving always makes me think about my Grandma Helen. Sure it has a little to do her tasty food, but I'll let you in on a little secret -- my grandma could do magic. Not with a top hat and flying pigeons, but full-on Harry Potter-type stuff. She must have been able to weave a little magic or how else could you explain what happened year in and year out at Thanksgiving? I come from a pretty large family and each year we would descend on Howard Street on the south side of Greencastle...
The perfect Halloween costume Gearing up for Halloween this year has been a series of stop and gos. My daughters are quick to make decisions and slow to change their minds -- that is unless it deals with what they will be for Halloween. So far, we've had ideas about zombies, princesses, Scooby, Velma, Daphne and a rock star. It seems we've settled on The Little Mermaid for my oldest and Tinker Bell for my youngest. At least that's what Mommy and Daddy have settled on so we can have a little sanity in our house...
Poof! It was gone I've seen David Copperfield do it. I've seen Chris Angel do it. Heck, I've even seen a friend or two do it, albeit not as well, but they did it nonetheless. I've always been mesmerized by magic and little did I know I was living with one of the world's greatest magicians for quite some time...
"In the dead of night, when the moon is high, and the ill winds blow, and the banshees cry, and the moonlight casts an unearthly glow, arise my love with tales of woe!" That intro was what I looked most forward to back in my early childhood and teen years. ...
FREE! I'm not sure there's a better word in the English language than the word free. Speaking of free, currently we're having a Blu-ray and DVD giveaway on our Marquee here on the Banner Graphic site. Our good friends at Lionsgate Home Entertainment gave us some copies of "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" and "According to Jim: Season Four" and they're up from grabs...
A (not so) simple act The other day my mom and dad had to purchase a new air conditioner. Their old model decided to do it's best Elvis impersonation with some shaking, rattling and rolling and finally barked its death rattle right as the weather began to heat up again this week...
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