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- Grading the New 2009-10 FBS Coaches, part 3
- The World Before iPhones, Maps and GPS
- 2010 Toyota Tacoma
- Valentine’s Day Love at the Olympics
- Maker’s Mark Cupid’s Arrrow
- It’s Not the Weight Loss Plan, It’s You
| Grading the New 2009-10 FBS Coaches, part 3 Posted: 14 Feb 2010 08:13 PM PST There have been a number of new coaches hired for the upcoming year, and some of them were great changes. Others? Not so much. You can read part 1 of this list here and part 2 of this list here. Louisville
Kragthorpe was hired quickly and fired in the same manner. Although some cry that he didn’t really get a change, working for only a few seasons at Louisville, the fact of the matter is that he should have had a fantastic rookie year with the school, since he had a team filled with awesome players. They were mediocre, and things just went downhill from there. Strong is an amazing choice for replacing him. I’m actually surprised that he hasn’t taken a head coaching job sooner. Now, they’re going to have to give him some time to build the program up again, but I think that he could be a real asset for the program. Marshall
In my opinion, Holliday should have been given the head coaching job in West Virginia when Rich Rodriguez left for Michigan. That’s his school. If I have one criticism of this choice of coach for Marshall, it’s that I think he’ll leave in a second if the West Virginia job opens up. Other than that…I think it’s a pretty great coach. He’s an experienced recruiter and will hopefully be able to rebuild a program that Snyder left stagnant. Memphis
There’s no question that Porter can recruit. That’s been one of his main focuses throughout his career as an assistant coach. The problem? I’m not sure that he has much other relevant experience. Maybe he’ll surprise me, but he’s a relatively young coach who only worked with running backs in the past. Memphis is his alma mater, so he could be a “lifer” there if things go well, but I have my doubts that he’ll last that long.  Weis is out - how will his replacement do? Image: Newscom Notre Dame
Thank the college football gods that Notre Dame finally got rid of Weis. He destroyed that program, in my opinion. Kelly is a great choice to rebuild their team. Look at what he did at Cincy, after all. He’s got a bigger stage now, but a number of his staff members followed him to work for the Irish, so I’m excited to watch him grow in this position. San Jose State
MacIntyre brings defensive experience to the Spartans. I worry that he isn’t ready for a head coaching position, but I think that San Jose State is a good fit for him. After struggling the past few years, the school needs someone to really revitalize the program. South Florida
Holtz has done well at East Carolina, so I’m not surprised that he was offered the South Florida position. He certainly has a great canvas. Leavitt wasn’t a bad coach by any stretch of the imagination, but after the whole scandal involving him hitting a player, I think the school saw it as an opportunity for the school to be something more. They’re sick of being good – they want to be great. Can Holtz take them there? I think he can. Post from: EveryJoe Grading the New 2009-10 FBS Coaches, part 3 |
| The World Before iPhones, Maps and GPS Posted: 14 Feb 2010 04:58 PM PST Recently I took a little road trip and stopped by a friend’s house in another city. I made it to his house before he made it home from work and just sat in the driveway and waited for him to arrive home from work.
As we were leaving his house I verified that we were heading out the same way I came in and he seemed to be shocked that I had found his house when my phone didn’t have GPS, it wasn’t an iPhone and I didn’t have any maps loaded onto it. I reminded him that there once was a time when all those things didn’t exist and people were still able to find there way from Point A to Point B through some mysterious powers. Although I had a little bit of fun joking with him, the comments did make me think about something. Are we significantly dumbing ourselves down as individuals by relying on gadgets and other devices to “think” for us. I realize this isn’t a hugely serious problem we’re talking about, but I began to think of other skills that are being lost. Can you remember a fraction of the phone numbers you used to have memorized? I don’t, all the phone numbers I need are in my Outlook contacts and synch’d to my cell phone. Is spelling and grammar being forgotten due instant messaging, texting and email? What other things do you think we’re missing as individuals and as a population? Post from: EveryJoe The World Before iPhones, Maps and GPS |
| Posted: 14 Feb 2010 03:31 PM PST It says something when the United States Army is considering dumping the Hummer for the new Toyota Tacoma. The second generation 2010 Toyota Tacoma is one of the safest and most reliable mid-sized trucks on the road right now. Despite the recent Toyota recalls the Tacoma has been exempt from design flaws.
The Tacoma is great for the true off roading enthusiast because it comes with either the 5-speed automatic or preferred 6-speed manual transmission. Now just add the very roomy dual or quad-cab option and you’ll be able to take all of your friends to that hard to reach destination. Toyota decided that for their second generation Tacoma they were going to stay with the light but powerful 4.0L V6 engine that can get an impressive 236-hp. Not if power isn’t on your short list, the Tacoma has the smaller available 2.7L I4 that clocks in at 159-hp. Despite the recalls of most Toyota models the Tacoma has stayed aloft of the controversy and still outperforms all of the other trucks in its class. The Tacoma also maintains one of the best resale prices in its class by far. Also at just 9.4L/100km you’ll be saving a fortune on fuel. So check one out today at your nearest Toyota dealership. Image: Toyota.com Post from: EveryJoe |
| Valentine’s Day Love at the Olympics Posted: 14 Feb 2010 07:32 AM PST It’s Valentine’s Day, and since one of my other jobs is writing about dating, I couldn’t help putting in a little bit about love and the Olympics. The “love stories” at this year’s games aren’t the traditional bit you’d expect. In fact, it seems that lovebirds are more often pitted against each other this year.
People reports that Amanda Evora and Jeremy Barrett, who are an item and in love off the ice, will skate separately. The funny thing? They are pairs skaters. Too bad they couldn’t “pair up” instead of compete against each other. Speedskaters Jill Rookard and Trevor Marsicano met and fell in love while training, and yet they will also compete against each other. I don’t know how competition works in your house, but my husband and I can barely play Taboo some nights without a little tension! Should be an interesting few days for the Olympic lovebirds. Image: sxc.hu. Post from: EveryJoe Valentine’s Day Love at the Olympics |
| Posted: 13 Feb 2010 10:44 PM PST These Maker's Mark bourbon cocktails will have her swooning on Valentine’s Day or anytime. Delicious and easy to make, these drinks are best paired with Barry White music, candle light and silk sheets.
Ingredients:
Directions: Fill a Martini shaker with ice, Maker's Mark, Crème de Cacao and Hazelnut Liqueur. Shake vigorously for a few seconds. Pour into a Martini glass and top with a thin layer of cream or half and half. Garnish with chocolate shavings. Aphrodite's Ambrosia Ingredients:
Directions: Stir the Maker's Mark, Apricot Liquor and bitters with ice in a shaker glass. Strain into a champagne flute and top with the Proseco. Image and recipes courtesy of Maker’s Mark. Post from: EveryJoe |
| It’s Not the Weight Loss Plan, It’s You Posted: 13 Feb 2010 10:06 PM PST For those of you wanting or trying to lose weight, do you realize how much money is made on programs, diets, and foods created just for you? Weight loss is a billion dollar industry and you should question how much of the stuff actually works and whether you’re caught in a cycle, going in circles.  sxc.hu Marketing dollars tell you that you need a particular product to get in shape and lose weight, but if you look at results, they will tell you all the tricks, products, and gimmicks out there don’t work – it’s the people that are determined to get in shape that work. As far as I’m concerned, you’re better off buying a book on how the mind works with respect to exercise and eating habits, than you are buying a home fitness gym or premade tv dinners. The most powerful weight loss tool is something you can’t order online or buy at the store. When you realize this and stop looking for the easy answer that’s never been there, you’ll start to lose weight. Post from: EveryJoe It’s Not the Weight Loss Plan, It’s You |
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