Archive for November, 2008
« Previous EntriesBoise State football: ‘Rodney Dangerfield’ of college sports
Saturday, November 29th, 2008Remember the comedian Rodney Dangerfield and the comedy routine he pioneered that centered on “I don’t get no respect”?
I’ve discovered that a school I went to has become sort of the Rodney Dangerfield of college football — I’m talking about the Boise State University Broncos.
The Broncos have gone undefeated 3 of the last 5 seasons, [...]
Avoid some ‘Black Friday’ madness — shop online
Friday, November 28th, 2008A few days ago, I invited you to tell me about your online shopping plans for the holidays, and/or your online shopping habits in general. I turn to the subject again today, “Black Friday,” that day after Thanksgiving madness here in the U.S. now in full bloom. Are you of a mind to avoid some [...]
Be careful this weekend — shopping madhouse out there
Friday, November 28th, 2008Are you one of those people who get caught up in the excitement (?) or adventure (??) of the post-Thanksgiving shopping madhouse in the U.S. today and this weekend?
I’ve never been in a position to want to buy something so badly that I’d go through such a madhouse personally. But good luck and best wishes [...]
New cancer cases in U.S. show some significant declines
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008I saw some news features on television yesterday and today that show cancer cases in the U.S. seem to be on the decline. That’s certainly always good news.
I have a personal interest in cancers and various cancer issues. My mother died of cancer a few days before my eighth birthday. I don’t recall what form [...]
Holiday travel news mixed but general good for travelers this year
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008If you’re traveling for the U.S. Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend, whether to a vegas hotel or just grandma’s house across the state, chances are you’re on your way — and may not be reading this until AFTER your holiday trip.
But I can’t help but think of the mixed news I’m reading about holiday travel, both this [...]