Not So Deep Thoughts

The excitement is building as Tiger fans can hardly wait to watch an awesome offense this summer with the addition of Prince Fielder.  Detroit's management wants everyone in motown to see even better.  They've increased the size of the scoreboard.  It's HUGE!  The high definition video panel is over 6,000 square feet and will be ready for opening day April 5th. It's gonna be a great summer!;http://www.mlive.com/tigers/index.ssf/2012/02/detroit_tigers_new_scoreboard.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+detroit-tigers+%28Detroit+Tigers+Impact+-+MLive.com%29

Some say they tune in to the Superbowl for the commercials as much as for the game itself.  I'll admit, these commercials are normally a step above average.  Stars are lining up to perform for these commercials because the whole world is watching, so why are sponsors leaking these spots to the internet before the game?  Now I have no reason to watch them.  I've already seen Matthew Broderick as Ferris Bueller, Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno, and Elton John plays a King in an imaginary Kingdom.  I guess I'll have time to go to the fridge afterall.  I think Elton is jealous of Madonna, and secretly wishes he was performing at halftime;http://myfm1065.com/news/articles/2012/jan/30/elton-john-talks-super-bowl-commercial-picks-tells-madonna-make-sure-you-lip-sync-good/

If you've never been to a Chili Cook off, you're missing out on some winter FUN.  Lots of kids activities, bring a pair of mittens for the Mitten challenge (we are the mitten state) and pick up some delicious chili recipies.  Here's a list of all the chili cook off locations;http://www.downtownkalamazoo.org/Visit/Events/2011-Big-Chil-Chilli-Cook---Winter-Adventure.aspx

If you are tying the knot, getting hitched, saying I DO, then you can find everything you need before, during, and after the wedding here...;http://www.swmichiganbridalshow.com/

The next few months will bring lots of winter driving opportunities.  Here's a refresher on how to drive in snow and ice;http://www.accuweather.com/en/travel-articles/leisure/safe-winter-driving/59806

Christmas is quickly approaching and a consumer watch dog group has issued it's list of dangerous toys. These toys pose a risk for choking, puncture wounds and possible electrocution.  Check out the list here http://toysafety.org/worstToyList_index.shtml

You don't have to raise taxes, just quit giving money to the deceased.  Over 600 MILLION dollars paid out to DEAD people.  You don't need a job, just a dead relative from Washington.  Is there no one checking on our federal employees in DC ?  The Washington Post reports that the Office of Personnel Management has NOT done a good job of tracking payments to beneficiaries. Da, they sent out 600 Million to dead retired federal workers.  These people and their bosses should all be on the unemployment line and the people receiving the money should be held accountable for returning it. So much for Honesty in America. Trust me, no matter who you are or what you've done, someday it will be required to explain it. Then, WHAT WILL YOU SAY?  Good Luck with that!

The new television schedule is beginning.  Do you judge others by the TV choices they make?  Many are looking forward to watching Ashton Kutcher in 2 1/2 men.  Modern Family is the most anticipated returning comedy and NCIS is the most anticipated drama. Does it matter to you what your friends watch?  My wife can't believe the things I watch and vise versa, but should we judge each other by this.  Perhaps we give television way too much power in our lives.  Do we have to sneak around to get our guilty TV pleasure fix?  We are allowed to be unique, Let's NOT judge. Enjoy the new season!;http://www.starpulse.com/news/Jonathan_Teigland/2011/08/24/fall_tv_here_are_our_top_10_picks

Should a woman be a referee in the NFL?http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/Female-referee-Catherine-Conti-NFL-goal-as-close-as-ever-090511?gt1=39002 It is 2011.  Is there a reason that a woman should not be a referee. NO!  Gender should not make a difference.  They say football is a MANs game, but refereeing is not football. Simply know the rules, know what to do in every situation and have good eye sight. Can a woman do that? Absolutely! So what's the problem? Give everyone a chance!

Once again our schools are scrambling to meet financial goals due to cuts, but is it fair to ask parents to pay for their kids to participate in sports and other activities, and then charge parents to watch?;http://wvfm.fm/news/articles/2011/sep/06/west-michigan-heads-back-to-school-today/ 

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is celebrating thier 16th anniversary.  The museum opened on September 2, 1995 on the shore of Lake Erie in Cleveland, Ohio;http://cleveland.about.com/od/clevelandattractions/p/Rockhall.htm