So...This Is My 30's?

Testosterone Tuesday
October 17, 2006

The trip to the ATL is a not-so-distant memory. I'm back home and back to life as I know it.

Thank God.

Atlanta was not Batgirl's and my cup of tea. When I went there four years ago with Capt. Paul and his brothers, we spent most of our time up in Buckhead where we had our hotel. Our nights out were just a short walk away. Plus, Paul knew where he was going after spending a great deal of his military time there. We had a blast. This time around, even with an impressive Giants victory, the weekend was nothing but a big uphill battle. As much fun as we had at the Georgiadome on Sunday afternoon, our experiences around the game were not so enjoyable. I'll get into it maybe later this week when I have time to digest it all. In the meantime, kudos to Big Blue for rising to the challenge of being down 14-3 just minutes into the second half to score 24 unanswered points and make a statement to the NFC that they are finding their way.

Now, some other topics I've digested.

If the Giants want to be a true Super Bowl contender before the year is out, stop showing up late to games. In their three wins, the offense has taken the first half off, only to spring to life midway into the third quarter. My heart can't take this shit every week.
Finally, will T.O. shut his big trap about not being used enough by the Cowboys?
Sorry Cubs fans, but I just don't think this version of Lou Pinella is going to solve your problems.
I may be in the minority, but I thought Jennifer Aniston got a boob job before Friends ever went off the air.
After seeing "The Human Highlight Reel" in person Sunday, I have just one thing to say to Falcons fans about Michael Vick: QB's are supposed to be able to throw the ball at some point.
I'm going to tip my hat to Verbal D and acknowledge she was right about the Detroit Tigers. I was wrong. They're going to their first World Series since 1984, and I just don't see how either the Mets or the Cardinals have what it takes to beat them.
It's time for Tiki Barber to finally get his recognition as one of the top 4 backs in football. I watched the guy put his team on his back and carry them to victory. Even though he didn't score any TD's, he did all the dirty work that helped the Giants beat the Falcons. I'm damn proud a classy athlete like him is on my team.
Speaking of class, the University of Miami's football team has never had it (at least, for as long as I can remember). While the Florida International team shares equal blame for Saturday night's disgusting brawl, it's just no shock the Hurricane's band of punkasses and thugs got in the middle of such a controversy.
On the heels of the brawl, Miami U alum Lamar Thomas--who was an analyst for Comcast Sports Southeast's coverage of "The U"--got canned because he condoned the actions of his alma mater as it unfolded live on TV. My point supported.
Wait, the 2006-2007 NBA season has started?
The MARTA in Atlanta has got a long way to go before it can compete with the New York or Chicago subway systems.
To the airport security guy who confiscated my bottle of cologne Batgirl gave me for my birthday from my carry-on luggage: Thank you. You saved the lives of thousands of Americans.
I'm now convinced the Raiders are on their way to an 0-16 season.
So, Shaun Alexander is going to be out 2 more weeks? Great. Here I was getting excited about my fantasy teams first win of the season this week. Getting him back would have been like making a trade to boost my team's slim chances of making the playoffs.
Seeing the Arizona Cardinals nearly upset the Chicago Bears last night reminds me of two things: how great the NFL is, and how you should never think a game is over.
If you're a Cardinals fan this morning, you have to be feeling like it's hopeless. Here's a hint: it is.
I'm more than happy to see a resurgence in Vida Guerra photos circulating around the internet. What an ass!
Memo to Monday Night Football producers: enough with the broadcast-booth visitors. I tune in to watch a football game, not listen to hot air having nothing to do with the game.
I got a great deal of satisfaction watching thousands of Falcons fans abandon their team with over four minutes left in the Giants game. It was even more satisfying when the Georgiadome sounded like Giants Stadium-South when the clock hit all zeroes, the chants of "Let's Go Giants" rising to the rafters. Great showing on the road, G-men fans!
Sometimes relationships get tested when you least expect it. After the last three days, I think the next couple of weeks will be a good indication of whether That 30's Guy and Batgirl are meant to be. One thing I want to tell the guys out there is, if you love the woman you're with and value what you have, don't be afraid to talk it through.