Thursday, June 30, 2005

We're taking bets that it was H-O-T...

The last pieces of Bernie's H-O-T is being torn down in Springfield. Those of you that do not know Bernie's H-O-T(House of Television) it was a fun landmark in the city. They had a huge neon sign that flashed H-O-T. Often the T was out so it just said H-O which is always fun to see on a big neon sign. It is a shame that many landmarks that are not really historic, but always remind you of an area get torn down. I am sure this happens all over the United States. The local Tasty Freeze gets torn down for a Wal-Mart. I am glad to say I bought a TV at Bernie's H-O-T. Well actually Kathi bought it and while she got the ring I got the TV in the break-up. Still have it to this day. Thanks Bernie's H-O-T.

Wednesday, June 29, 2005

WTBT Volume Nineteen...

We're taking bets that...

* you are going to scream if you hear any more crap from Tom Cruise.
* the Celtics lucked out for the second year in a row to get a fantastic High Schooler in the NBA draft.
* if Lindsay Lohan doesn't have a eating disorder then Elton John isn't gay.
* Keith Foulke needs to take a week off and get his head back into being a dominant closer.
* this Baggage Handler had problems with his package.
* it creeps you out when you see a 50+ year old man dating a woman in her 20's.
* everytime Maria Sharapova wins Wimbledon officials are psyched.
* it's good to know you can drink stinky water.
* there is nothing George Steinbrenner can do about his Yankees except be frustrated.
* you gotta love the Big Enchilada.
* the DC Nationals Chad Cordero will become the next Mariano Rivera.
* War of the Worlds will be a great movie despite Tom Cruise being in it.
* Jeremy Roenick is an asshole. No matter what he says differently.
* sharks got together and decided to starting attack people.
* tall white guys everywhere are sad now that Shawn Bradley has retired.
* you are hoping that Live 8 can change the world.
* Roger Clemens has had the worst luck this year.
* this headline should read "beer" not "bee". I mean come on he's irish. :)

Tuesday, June 28, 2005

We're taking bets that is a big freaking baby...

A woman gave birth to an almost 14 pound baby. They named her Shamu and called it a day. Holy Cow she is huge. Go to www.cnn.com and check out the video. It is pretty amazing. Kind of like one of those tabloid babies you see at the check-out counter only she is pretty cute.

We're taking bets that carpenters are cool...

I just wanted to applaud carpenters today as they are amazing people. While I was sweating carrying old motors, air compressors and disgusting chairs down two enormous flights of stairs from a 1,000 degree attic, two carpenters erected(hee hee) a brace for a set of stairs that were starting to collapse. It took them no time at all and seemed to the naked eye to be perfectly straight. You could immediately tell that the stairs were sturdier. I wish I had the talent to build something like that in a short amount of time. We don't always appreciate the work that is done by hand. Carpenters make some fantastic structures and I applaud them.

Monday, June 27, 2005

We're taking bets that summer weekends just fly by...

Here are a couple of random observations over the past weekend.

* Stadler and Waldorf on www.movies.com are a freaking riot. What is even funnier is the DVD critic Pepe the Prawn. When he said that Sandra Bullock's new movie was Miss Congenitalia 2 I think I peed a little laughing so hard.

* it is awesome being a passenger on long trip. You get to see so many great things such as strange men standing by a mailbox in the woods or fun signs that say things you have never seen before.

* almost any time spent on a beach is a great time. You can do some unbelievable people watching. From watching freaks and hot women it is a grand old time.

* it is time to bring back some old words and sayings that have not been used in a long time. Three words that I think we should start using on a regular basis are scofflaw, rabble rouser, and wet your whistle.

* sadness overcame the WTBT offices as the voice of Tigger and Gargamel passed away this weekend. I always smile when I hear the song “The Most Wonderful Things About Tiggers” . It is incredibly sad that all the great voices of the past are slowly starting to leave us and we have not replaced them with great voices for our future generations. :(

Saturday, June 25, 2005

We're taking bets that Hottie of the Week...

Hottie Bonnie Somerville who has a new TV show this fall called Kitchen Confidential. She has guest starred on the O.C. and Friends. Bonnie also has an incredible voice as seen on the Garden State Soundtrack.

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Anther great picture of Bonnie

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Friday, June 24, 2005

We're taking bets that I have the force...

Saw this one Gigglechick's site. I did a little better than she did. :)

We're taking bets that you have questions and we have answers...

Question time again at the WTBT Offices. Please post your answers in the comments section. Very simple, but fun questions this week. For everyone enjoying the hot weather in New England this weekend please remember the sunscreen. Especially my pasty friends who should invest in some Sherman Williams to prevent burning. :)

A. Many restaurants are now coming up with Celebrity Sandwiches. Basically they are taking things on their menu and naming them after celebrities to be hip. If you could have a sandwich named after you what would it be. You can make up your own or steal an existing one.

B. With summer now in full swing what are your five favorite summer songs. They do not have to be songs about summer, but songs that at least remind you of summer.

Answers:

A. I think that I would be smoked turkey with fresh mozzarella, sundried tomatoes, basil, sliced jalepenos and honey mustard. You could call it the Madrid. Doesn't it make your mouth water.

B.
1. Summertime by Will Smith
2. I Can See Clearly Now by Jimmy Cliff
3. Every Morning by Sugar Ray
4. Summer of '69 by Bryan Adams
5. Centerfield by John Fogarty

Thursday, June 23, 2005

We're taking bets that something needs to be done...

Yesterday I observed something which I cannot believe happened. As I was sitting at a restaurant I was watching a little girl(Not much older than 5) have lunch with her mother. It was not in a stalking way, but rather they were kind of in my line of sight. The restaurant was not very big so I could hear their entire conversation. I could tell the little girl was a handful especially after she yelled out "What's that funny smell?!?" and grabbed her nose.

Now this mother was very patient with her child and I commend her for that. It is what happened next that I was flabbergasted by. The girl told her mother that her fork was on the floor. She then proceeded to take her fork off of the table and drop it on the floor. I couldn't even believe it. The girl then went under the table and picked up her fork. The mother didn't even react at all. Once the daughter came up from the table she wiped off the fork and gave it back to her.

I know that some kids are just looking for a reaction and to give them one will only make it worse. As for me I think there would have been four options.

A. Do Nothing.
B. Leave the restaurant with you child and tell them that you will not go out to restaurants again until they behave like a proper human being.
C. Tell your child that they have to now ask the waiter themselves for a new fork and apologize for dropping the first fork on the floor. If they refuse they will only be able to use a spoon for everything they are eating.
D. After cleaning off the fork, telling them to stick out their hand. Then stab their hand with the fork. You have cleaned off the fork so you can avoid tetanus. I am pretty sure they wouldn't do it again after that.

Does anyone have any other suggestions? Remember this site is supposed to be funny so if you are appalled by my suggestions you need to get a grip.

Wednesday, June 22, 2005

We're taking bets that we still need a boy and his tiger...

Calvin and Hobbes was one of the greatest comic strips ever. This is with beyond a doubt one of the truest statements that I have ever made. One of the saddest days of my life is January 1, 1996 when the last strip was run. I know that sounds awful when things like 9/11 have happened, but I think a little bit of our innocence died on that day. So many bad things have happened since that day and I think we need Calvin back to rescue us in his Spaceman Spiff suit.
Calvin was an inventor, philosopher, creative genius, poet, and trouble maker. Hobbes was his conscience, best friend, and lady killer. Although there are some great comic strips currently out there today no one has quite captured what Calvin and Hobbes had. I think it makes kids today a little more jaded not having someone to look up to and admire. His way with words made me a little smarter. I don't know how many times I had to go to a dictionary to figure out what a word he said meant. We are missing out on the great wisdom that Calvin and Hobbes once brought to our world. The Runaway Bride would have had learned things from Calvin and not been so stressed. The Lost Boy Scout wouldn't have been so afraid of his rescuers. Maybe life would be a little less stressful and scary. Please Bill Waterson bring back Calvin and Hobbes into our daily comic strips. Maybe I am the only one who misses it, but I can't be. Below are a few of the greatest quotes.

"Weekends don't count unless you spend them doing something completely pointless." - Calvin

"If you couldn't find any weirdness, maybe we'll just have to make some!" - Hobbes

"In my opinion, we don't devote nearly enough scientific research to finding a cure for jerks." - Calvin

"I think we dream so we don't have to be apart so long. If we're in each other's dreams we can play together all night!" - Hobbes

"I have a hammer! I can put things together! I can knock things apart! I can alter my environment at will and make an incredible din all the while! Ah, it's great to be male!" - Calvin

Tuesday, June 21, 2005

WTBT Volume 18...

We're taking bets that...

* you love the longest day of the year.
* Robert Horry of the San Antonio Spurs is the best big shot player ever. YES even bigger than Michael.
* Cillian Murphy is taking over for Crispin Glover as the creepiest actor ever. What's even worse is his first name is pronounced Kill-e-an.
* words don't control us.
* there is a small part of you that hopes the Washington Nationals win the World Series.
* the word "nice" can be vulgar.
* the "Mississippi Burning" case is very disturbing.
* F-1 Racing will never be popular in the US. Especially after only 6 cars were able to race in the United States Grand Prix.
* you are not the least bit shocked that Saddam Hussein liked Doritos. They are one of the best foods ever.
* it is fun to have a little devil in you.
* San Diego's Jake Peavy is quietly becoming one of the best pitchers in baseball.
* cities try everything they can to scam you out of your money.
* you actually thought Tiger Woods was going to pull out another win in the US Open.
* Dane Cook is the best comedian to see live currently.
* grapefruit sales are going to go through the roof.
* Terry Francona is going to be an awful All-Star Manager.
* you don't want to admit it, but you will go see Bewitched this weekend.
* UCONN Sports are going to be screwed with coaches losing their ability to make alternative incomes due to their celebrity.
* Tom Cruise handled the water squirter real well, but don't you think he is going to do something real crazy over the next few years to make Michael Jackson look more normal.
* it would be a shame if Barry Bonds doesn't play at all this season.
* you never noticed but everyone who knocks on wood usually knocks on sheetrock and not wood.
* you don't watch PBS, but you should because of shows like P.O.V.
* Maria Sharapova is taking hot to a whole new level in women's tennis.
* change is coming and if you don't watch out you will miss it.

Monday, June 20, 2005

We're taking bets that I have found a glimmer of hope in celebrity romance...

Thank God for Orlando Bloom and Kate Bosworth. They have reconciled. I hope that they become the next Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward who have been married over 45 years. Maybe there is hope in Hollywood romance.

We're taking bets that Bo needs to be punched...

Bo Bice of American Idol fame is a complete freak. If you have seen him in interviews you know that he is completely full of himself. Now he is saying that he never wanted to win American Idol. BULLSHIT!!! This guy wanted to win very badly. That is like the kid in school who always says, "I let you win" when they lose. I am not a violent person, but people like that deserved to be punched in the face, then dowsed in jelly and sand poured all over them. They will sticky for weeks and the sand is always showing up for weeks after you leave the beach. Hopefully the punch in the face will knock some sense into them. I think I should make a list of people who need a good punch in the face. Much like Goose's ass-kissing list it will be long and distinguished. :)

Sunday, June 19, 2005

We're taking bets that I love my Dad...

Being Dad's day I just wanted to leave everyone with a good feeling about father's around the world. Although there are a good number of deadbeat Dads out there most of them are real great men. Listen to last year's NPR story about the lessons passed from one father to a son. Happy Father's Day to all the great Dads including my Dad Ronald S. Madrid.

Saturday, June 18, 2005

We're taking bets that Hottie of the Week...

Hottie Jennifer Aniston has had a rough year. It is time to give her a little love. She is still one of the sexiest women on the planet and she has a smile that can captivate any man.

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Old School picture of Jennifer with her classic hair-do.

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Friday, June 17, 2005

We're taking bets that I was only asking...

Hey all loyal and new readers. It is question time at the WTBT Offices. These are simple questions meant to spark conversation, learn about others and maybe debate some topics. As always I will answer them first and you can post your answers in the comments section. :)

A. Since Batman Begins (check out Ian's Blog about it) came out on Wednesday and The Fantastic Four comes out in a few weeks. I thought this would be an interesting question. If you could be a superhero, which one would you be and why?

B. What news story was more important to you this week? (Michael Jackson's Not Guilty or Terri Schiavo's Autopsy) What are your views on that story?

Answers

A. I would probably be Batman because he is a normal person with no special powers, but determination and a great sense of justice. He also has almost unlimited resources to give himself some really cool toys. He has turned his childhood tragedy into a driving force to help others.

B. I think the Terri Schiavo story was more important to me because that information probably would have made the decision easier to end her life. I am not an advocate of ending another's life, but this seemed like it was the right thing to do now seeing more of the facts. It is a shame that we did not have the fact then when this was an everyday story.

Thursday, June 16, 2005

We're taking bets that you don't understand why I love him...

No this is not my attempt to come out of the closet. I have repeatedly ranted about The Sport's Guy Bill Simmons from ESPN.com's Page 2. Well today I read something that just enhanced by love of this guy's writing. It is like he is writing what I think. Scary. Here is the stuff from his article today:


9:27 – Just watched another "War of the Worlds" commercial, which reminds me: Despite all the joy he's provided me over the years, I'm not sure if I can forgive Tom Cruise for what he's done to Katie Holmes. This is the same girl who allowed SNL's Mr. Peepers to spit apple all over her face four years ago and went topless in "The Gift" just for the hell of it – now she's whispering "I love you" on Oprah, shamelessly plugging movies and embracing Scientology? This is an outrage. I'm outraged. This never would have happened if she had stayed with Dawson.

It is classic. Stupid Joey ending up with Pacey. :)

We're taking bets that they're bouncing here and there and everywhere...

Alright I know that this probably makes me a little childish, but when I heard this story I had to react and giggle uncontrollably. They have now developed a new material for breast implants. The material is almost like the same material that they use to make Gummie Bears. Now Gummie Bears are one of the greatest foods ever. Making breasts out of them only makes sense. I mean they are really a great material and are very pliable. They are supposed to be safer than all other types of implants. Now the theme song from their fantastic Cartoon has a whole lot of other meeting. I wonder if they would come in different flavors. Isn't this such a fantastic story? I probably could talk about this for hours, but I will spare you. If you are interested in more info click on the link below.

We're taking bets that everything has gone to the dogs...

Murphy the dog is due in court. No he did not attack anyone. He was summoned to court by a Newton, MA animal control officer. He didn't have his leash on while taking a walk and was cited for it. You don't know how often I have almost been caught for the same thing. Instead of citing the dog's owner the animal control officer cited the dog. Now the city police are saying it is the owner's fault and not the officer's. What kind of an idiot looks at the dog tags and decides well he must have named him after himself. Yes dogs tend to look like their owners, but never before have I heard of one having the same name. I mean every time you call the dog you would be tempted to respond yourself. That's just too weird. I hope Murphy doesn't get sent to the pokey. I mean he likes to sniff butts so that can't be good in prison. :)

Wednesday, June 15, 2005

We're taking bets that ice cream is good...

I was forwarded this blog and I may have a new favorite blog. You need to read today's section.

We're taking bets that you need a plan if it is rainy...

It is a slow day at WTBT Offices so we would like to mention a couple of fun items for people do do inside when it is raining during the summer.

1. It is the 25th Anniversary of Pac-Man. Go buy one of those joysticks that you can plug right into your TV and have hours of fun trying to eat ghosts. Remember Pac-Man was so popular it even had a cartoon?

2. The Super-Size Me guy Morgan Spurlock has a new TV show. This guy has done some eye-opening documentaries and this should make people think.

3. Read the following books.

- The Myron Bolitar Book Series by Harlan Coben
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling
- 1776 by David McCullough

4. Rent a movie from GregFlicks. It is free just ask me for one and I will get it to you provide you promise to give it back. Check out my link on the sidebar.

Tuesday, June 14, 2005

We're taking bets that Americans are prudes...

Americans are a little on the safe side when it come sex and sexuality. Americans are up in arms over Paris Hilton's Carl's Jr. commercial and TBS's The Real Gilligan's Island Commercial, but the rest of the world laughs at us. Now I am not saying that the racecar driver is right in this article, but it wasn't a big deal in Europe. Read #1 in CNNSI's 10 Spot by Peter McEntegart and tell me your thoughts. Click on the article too if you would like.


WTBT Volume Seventeen...

We're taking bets that...

* you cannot believe Phil Jackson is going to be back running the LA Lakers.
* Michael Jackson's song "Beat It" has a lot more meaning for him now.
* you enjoyed seeing the Red Sox playing in Wrigley Field, but you wished it was during a World Series instead.
* the only things shocking about Michael Jackson's acquittal is that it took the jurors so long to decide and no one has said the parents are really at fault for leaving their kid with a nut.
* the NHL may have a salary cap, but they still don't have a deal to play hockey and might not before July is over.
* you need to be careful when choosing flowers.
* Jessica Alba can wear see through clothing anytime she wants.
* Fisk's Pole is just another great landmark in Fenway Park.
* a little part of you is curious to see if the Backstreet Boys new album is any good.
* Lou Holtz is going to be a great addition to the ESPN College Football team.
* it is sad, but VHS tapes funeral has started now that Wal-mart has decided not to sell them anymore.
* the Red Sox are breaking out of their slump and are going to have an unbelievable July.
* it is about time for Blessid Union of Souls to release a song that everyone loves but no one will admit they like it.
* Robert Kraft is the best owner in the NFL and the Super Bowl rings are an incredible tribute to his team.
* Brad Pitt's bleached blond hair makes him look just like Angelina Jolie's brother who she creepily kissed during the Oscars a few years back.
* it is kind of unbelievable, but NFL training camps are only a few weeks away.
* Batman Begins will be the best movie of the summer not Star Wars related.
* you shouldn't honk for peace.

Monday, June 13, 2005

We're taking bets that this is why I love Boston sportswriters...

I know that being a New England fan of Boston teams can make some people sick. I know that we are too into our sports sometimes and don't give our teams the best support when they are down. We can be crazy, but it brings us together as a community. For many people when the Red Sox won last year we had a great weight lifted off of us. When we looked on the previous 86 years we had to take small victories instead of a big victory. That is why the '67 Impossible Dream Season is so special. Our most cherished victory during defeat is Carlton Fisk's Home Run in the '75 World Series. It was probably the greatest World Series ever and many people forget that the Cincinnati Reds won because all you ever see is Fisk's Home Run. Well now some Reds fans are pissed that the Red Sox are honoring Fisk and naming the left field foul pole after him. FUCK THEM!!! Just because they are in the cellar and still have Ken Griffey Jr. is no reason to be mad. You won the World Series that year and in '76 and in '90. Let us have our moments. I think Eric Wilbur of the Boston Globe puts it best. Read his article and tell me what you think.

We're taking bets that the past weekend was hot...

Here a few of my observations over the weekend.

* Some people should not be allowed to pick out colors. Being somewhat color blind I know I am not a good judge of colors, but I know when you have picked awful colors. Pepto-Bismol pink is never a good color.

* Waterfire Providence is pretty cool. It is a little anti-climactic, but overall it is very cool.

* You should never shush someone. If you do you should be prepared to get hit with at very least a flick in the eye. I will expand on this in a later post.

* Although you remember where your car is parked it doesn't always help you find it. Especially if you remember the wrong place. In a big parking lot it would be to your advantage to write it down. Though driving around a parking lot can be fun while looking for your car.

* Finding a great place for breakfast is key to a great beach weekend. If you are ever in Southern Rhode Island I suggest The Breakfast Nook II. There is not a lot of seating, but it is well worth the wait.

* I know I have talked about bugs getting killed on my windshield before, but my car is currently a ridiculous bug graveyard. It looks like someone threw a bug grenade on the front of my car. Ick.

* It is great being part of a second family, who treats you like you belong. Thanks to the Martins for being that second family to me. :)

Sunday, June 12, 2005

We're taking bets that you would love to be eight again...

This weekend I read Harlan Coben's Book Just One Look. It was an excellent book as Coben is a master of surprise endings. The character's are fantastic. He has a series of detective type books and stand alone novels, but the great things is that each book is living in the same world and they reference people from other books. What struck me as so great in this book was this passage between the main character and her eight year old daughter. It does not ruin anything in the book, but made me smile from ear to ear. I am pretty simple like that. I would probably give up a lot of things to be eight years old again. So people would probably say I act that way anyway. :) Well I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

They sat down to breakfast. "Mom?"
It was Emma. "Yep."
"When you and Dad got married..." She stopped.
"What about it?"
Emma started again. "When you and Dad got married--at the end, when the guy said no you may kiss the bride..." "Right"
"Well" --Emma cocked her head and closed one eye-- "did you have to?"
"Kiss him?" "Yeah."
"Have to? No, I guess not. I wanted to."
"But do you have to?" Emma insisted. "I mean, can't you just high-five instead?"
"High-five?" "Instead of kis. You know, turn to each other and high-five." She demonstrated.
"I guess. If that's what you want."
"That's what I want, " Emma said firmly.

Even now as I am typing it I am smiling. It is sad sometimes how the littlest things make me so freaking content. :)

Saturday, June 11, 2005

We're taking bets that Hottie of the Week...

Hottie Eva Longoria has become the new number one fantasy girl of guys across the country. She has taken hottie to a new level. She has that great mischevious smile and incredible body. She would not be a Desperate Housewife with me. :)

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Another great picture of Eva.

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Friday, June 10, 2005

We're taking bets that this caption rocks...

I laughed out loud at my desk and had to share with my millions of readers. (Okay just 20 regulars, but they are like millions)

We're taking bets that he must be very ignorant for he answers every question he is asked...

TGIF!!! It is question time at the WTBT Offices. Post your answers in the comments section. I hope everyone has a great time this week. I will be getting tan at the beach while staying at the house on stilts.

A. Have you ever had a special or unique moment with an animal? If so what was it?

B. If you had to have one piece of music softly playing in your mind for the rest of your life, what would you want it to be?

ANSWERS

A. Many of you that know me would probaby expect to hear one of the "Greg was attacked by an animal" story, but I don't consider those special or unique moment. I actually think of those as very funny stories and I may grace these pages one day with them.

The moment I had with an animal was yesterday. I was swimming my parents pool (Everyone's jealous I know) and I noticed a blue jay fly onto the grill. I was about 60 feet away from him(Yes it was a he because unlike humans male birds are prettier than female birds) and just watching him go about his business. Then he flew closer to me on the fence surrounding the pool about 20 feet away. He then flew onto the diving board stand(We have not put up the diving board yet.) about 2 feet from me. I waded in the water and watched him for at least 5 minutes and then he flew back up to the fence. I thought he was gone for good, but he pooped and then came back down to the diving board stand. It was extremely polite of him. I thought about talking to him a la Song of the South and then whistling Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah, but I was content just to watch him. A couple of minutes later he flew away and I waved good-bye. It was quite a unique animal moment for me.

B. There are a ton of songs that I would like to hear over and over in my mind. I actually have one that I cannot get out of my head right now, but I think there is only one song I would truly like to hear forever. It would be "When You Say Nothing at All" performed by Ronan Keating. It has been sung by many artists, but I love his version which he sang in Notting Hill. It is a great movie and an even better song.

Thursday, June 09, 2005

We're taking bets that beating a dead horse has its moments...

So I have received a great deal of feedback regarding my SPORK post of yesterday. Some people have been clamoring for more about the SPORK and some people think it is way too much. This leaves me with the opportunity to have a ton of fun. I can please the ones that like the post and piss off the ones who do not like it. :)

Since I am not the foremost expert on the SPORK I thought I would use my good friend Google to help me out. I found that there are 1.2 million SPORK related websites. I am going to list a few here and let you check all the great things SPORK.

I think my favorite parts are the Uses pages. I think my favorite I have found is Weapons for Small Countries that Cannot Afford Guns. I have a gross use and that would be popping a big zit and collecting the puss in the spoon part. Pretty Gross huh? Any one else have fun uses for SPORKS? Post them in my comments section.

We're taking bets that you so crazy...

There is a story currently on the front page of boston.com that is very disturbing to me for a number of levels. The Catholic Church decided to shut a Brighton Catholic school two days early because they felt that there was going to be an occupation by parents to keep the school open. While being proactive it was kind of a "dick" thing to do. They cancelled graduation ceremonies for kids as little as three years old. Umm, HELLO the Catholic Church is having enough trouble keeping people, but now you are trying to piss off 3 year olds. That is as bad as taking candy from a fat baby. I am a little ashamed to be Catholic.

The other thing that disturbs me is the picture of crying kids at the top of the article. Summer vacation has started two days early and you are going to cry about it. What the heck is wrong with these kids? Though I probably know one person who would have been upset like that too, but she was a teacher's pet. (You know who you are. Don't be mad it is funny) Kids need to get their priorities straight. Fun summer plans should be in full swing starting with exploring with their imaginary friend Hobbes. This is why we need Calvin and Hobbes back in daily rotation on our comic pages. Kids do not know what they are supposed to be doing in the summer. I mean becoming a member of G.R.O.S.S (Get Rid Of Slimy Susie) should be every boys dream. Every girl should dream of foiling the neighbor's boy's plan for annoying her. Crying because school is over... CMON!!!! That is as ridiculous as crying because they cancelled the Muppet Babies cartoon. Sniff Damn I miss those Muppet Babies.

We're taking bets that this one is for the ladies...

I was sent this link and I laughed out loud. Women's fashion can be very funny. This is a simple post and I will post again later.

Wednesday, June 08, 2005

We're taking bets that it is fun to yell to someone SPORK YOU!!!.....

I have written previously that my favorite kitchen utensil is the spork. I was asked yesterday to write a little more about the topic. Now for those of you that don't know a spork is about combining sports and forks. That would too dangerous and you would definitely poke your eye out. It is all fun and games until someone loses and eye, then it is just gross.

The spork is a wonderful device that works both as a spoon and fork. Hence the name SPORK. You will find them mainly in Elementary and Middle Schools as a way of saving money on utensils. It is a glorious utensil when eating a chunky soup. You can both grab the meat and get a bit of broth too. Sporks should be part of our everyday use. I would love to find a metal spork. I might even carry it around everywhere I go in case I might have a food emergency. :)

Tuesday, June 07, 2005

WTBT Volume 16...

We're taking bets that...

* it doesn't seem possible but Jai Rodriguez of Queer Eye for the Straight Guy even sings gay.
* the NBA Finals are going to be as boring as watching Shaq shave his head.
* Dane Cook's new double CD AND DVD is going to be fucking awesome. Get it July 26th.
* Aruba never seemed like a scary place until last week.
* it is nice to know John Kerry was as dumb as George Bush at Yale.
* this is a great human interest/sports story.
* sometimes it is better to be there than not be there at all.
* Russell Crowe has the craziest temper of any actor ever.
* if the Red Sox pitching does not get more consistent it is going to be a very long summer in New England.
* the third and fourth paragraph is reason #10057 why Scarlett Johansson is hot.
* you don't know what being "Kevved Up" means.
* Randy Johnson never thought he was going to be 5-5 with the Yankees.
* you can't believe that at 55 Stevie Wonder is a father again. Wait a second Stevie Wonder is only 55. Holy Crap he has been around forever.
* Dwayne Wade and Amare Stoudamire give the NBA hope for the future.
* it sucks that almost every news station ruins the MTV movie awards before they even air.
* you were not ready for 90 degree weather.
* I have found the biggest "DUH" story of the year.

Monday, June 06, 2005

We're taking bets that my Sox are Red...

Here are a few random thoughts over the last weekend.

* There are a lot of great women Red Sox fans who attend games. Most of them look fantastic in there Red Sox hats and jerseys, but there are a group of women who have no clue how to dress for the games. Hooch wear and Club wear is unacceptable. If you are bringing a woman to a Red Sox game who has never come to a game please advise them of this.

* Why would you show up to a Red Sox game in the fourth inning? That makes absolutely no sense to me whatsoever. This is LA where a game is more about appearence than the actual game.

* I think that Soft Serve Ice Cream served in a helmet should be called "An Olerud." This would honor a great player who is the only player ever to wear a helmet in the field. Plus it would be cool to order that way.

* The amount of gorgeous women at a Red Sox game on a hot day is amazing. Nothing else just stating a fact.

* Having lived in Boston for almost two years I never realize how many great things there are there. The latest find is Johnny D's club/restaurant which has an open mic Blues night on Sundays. It is incredible.

* Congrats to all the UML grads this past weekend. So many of you had such a positive impact on my life and hopefully will continue to do so. I just want to thank a few here and there are countless others that I will accidently omit and others that I am not sure if you have graduated yet. For that I am sorry. Bryan "Biggy" Wint (you are a brother to me), Ryan Donaher, Laura Bennett, Shannon Seidel, Tricia Ryan, Karan Parkash, Krystina Foelker, Corinne Mancevice, Jason Iovanna and countless others. Thank you all and good luck in your future endeavors.

Saturday, June 04, 2005

We're taking bets that Hottie of the Week...

Hottie Jewel Staite from the TV Series Firefly and the movie coming this fall Serenity. She is a relative newcomer and a favorite of my friend Ian. Be sure to check this hottie out and check out two previous Hotties of the Week in this month's Stuff Magazine. :)

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Another great picture of Jewel.

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Friday, June 03, 2005

We're taking bets that one who asks a question is a fool for five minutes; one who does not ask a question remains a fool forever...

Happy Friday Everyone!!! Question time has come once again at WTBT. Post your answers in the comments section. For those in the New England area enjoy the glorious Sunday as I will be watching my beloved Red Sox in Fenway Park.

A. Which of the seven dwarfs personifies you best - Dopey, Sneezy, Sleepy, Bashful, Grumpy, Happy, or Doc?

B. You're driving your car late at night and come to a red light. If there are no cars in either direction, would you stop?
WTBT Answers
A. This is a very challenging question for me. Sneezy would be an easy call because of my rapid firing sneezing. I think I would be Dopey though because I am pretty happy go lucky and kind of foolish sometimes. I would aspire to be Doc or Happy, but Dopey is good for me.
B. I probably wouldn't stop if I could see in every direction. If I couldn't see in every direction I would definitely stop. I have met this challenge before and have gone both ways on this question. It depends on how much of a rush I am in to get home.

Thursday, June 02, 2005

WTBT Movie Quiz - Easy...

Here is our Movie Quiz. I will be making it very easy for everyone. The first and the last ones are the hardest, but very memorable quotes. These are popular movies with relatively popular lines. Guess the movie and the actor who said it in the comments section. You can guess the character they play too if you would like for bonus points. I may have a prize this week.

1. People do it everyday, they talk to themselves... they see themselves as they'd like to be, they don't have the courage you have, to just run with it.

2. Well that may be, but at least I never slept with Lumbergh.

3. My name is John Johnson but everyone here calls me Vicki.

4. Well, it's one louder, isn't it? It's not ten. You see, most blokes, you know, will be playing at ten. You're on ten here, all the way up, all the way up, all the way up, you're on ten on your guitar. Where can you go from there? Where?

5. I didn't *break* it, I was merely testing its durability, and I *placed* it in the woods cause it's made of wood and I thought he should be with his family.

6. You're probably drumming your fingernails on the white linen tablecloth the way you do when you're really feeling down. Perhaps even looking at those nails thinking, "God, I should have stopped in all my evil plotting to have that manicure."

7. Someday - and that day may never come - I'll call upon you to do a service for me. But until that day, accept this justice as gift on my daughter's wedding day.

8. Mmmm! Goddamn, Jimmie! This is some serious gourmet shit! Usually, me and Vince would be happy with some freeze-dried Taster's Choice, but he springs this serious GOURMET shit on us! What flavor is this?

9. Okay, he either said, "move to the back of the throat," or he "wants a root beer float".

10. I find your lack of faith disturbing.

Wednesday, June 01, 2005

We're taking bets that there is something caught in my throat...

Holy Cow!!! Deep Throat has been revealed. Of course I am sure there are a number of college aged males saying they new Deep Throat all along and her name is Sally. :) This has been one of the best kept secrets. Surprisingly it took 30+ years to reveal. If I ever had a big secret I think I would go to Woodward and Bernstein. Good for you W. Mark Felt. I hope you live to 100. Only 9 more years to go.

Here is a couple of other thoughts.

* If someone says, "Unbelievable!" and you respond with "What?" they should answer you and not walk away. Walking away is completely unacceptable and deserves a forehead flick.

* Thankfully this Little Mermaid story will have a happy ending.

* Danica Patrick's performance at the Indy 500 just goes to prove that women can drive as fast as men. I think we have reached a stage where there are almost no more just men sports. Plus she is hot, so it will make all those redneck fans happy.

* Christian Slater was arrested for groping a woman. Could this guy have wasted a great career more? I think he should pair with Robert Downey Jr. for a buddy cop movie about two washed up cops who ruin their own careers and now need to save the city. It would be a great comeback story.