Bracket Madness

It is that time of year again - every sports site on-line is having a bracket challenge. I have filled out 10 different brackets. I'm sure I won't do well, but thats ok.

In other news McClain, head coach of Wyoming was fired on Monday. I'm happy to see the program take a new direction.

The cowgirls play in the NIT on Thursday.

Cowboys Beat Air Force

Wyoming sent Air Force to anther one and done in the MWC tourney - same as last year, and the previous 13 years.

Wyoming led almost the entire game. Wyoming plays BYU tonight at 7.

GO POKES!

Dropkick Murphys

I went to Denver last night and saw the Dropkick Murphys in concert. It was a good show - lots of fun. I am a bit banged up today because of it, but thats ok.

Wyoming plays in the first round of the MWC tourney today (mens side) the womens team won yesterday. We play Air Force this afternoon at 3:30.

Rumors are flying about whether Wyoming will fire McClain. Hopefully we keep winning no matter what choice is made. Personally I am ready for a new basketball coach, but will continue to support the pokes either way.

Return to Mecca

I purchased tickets today for two games at Wrigley Field. June 14th I will be along the right field line, and June 15th I will be a bleacher bum!

I guess this means I will be going to Chicago for sure this June.

Spring Training

Pitchers and catchers have reported, and we are now only two weeks away from the first spring training game. I love baseball.

GO CUBS GO

Updates ...

Well since my last post a few things have happened...

I turned 30, the Bears lost the super bowl, I am almost finished with my book, and Baseball Spring Training is only 5 days away!

I am planning my trip to Chicago for the week of June 10th - Watch a few cubs games.

I took this whole last week off, and it has been very relaxing and much needed to get away from the chaos and stress of work.

Sweep the Sheep!

The CSU Sweep is complete.

Football, Mens basketball, and Womens Basketball ... All won by Wyoming.

We still have some more basketball games - Lets hope the sweeping continues.

Da Bears!

Da Bears took it to the saints today winning 39-14 and advancing to Super Bowl XLI (41)

The play on my birthday. I hope the same defense we saw today shows up because thaat was a sweet performance today.

Cold Cold Cold ...

It has been freezing here in Laramie recently. This morning was -11, yesterday morning was -15, and the other night it got down to -29. It never makes it to 30 degrees during the day. It has been this way for over a week now, and it looks like it will continue.

In other happenings I have the first part of the frame together for my mom's gift. I will post full pictures and explanation when I finish it.

I asked for and got a week of in the beginning of February to celebrate turning 30. Man that looks old writing that number. I am going to go to Nebraska and visit my brother, watch the super bowl (hope the bears make it) etc. The rest of the time I have off I will work on my book, and audio project.

Cowboys Win in OT!

Whew! ...

Wyoming came back from 9 points down in the final 5 minute to beat UNLV 86-76 in overtime. Wyoming is now 2-0 in conference with wins over 2 of the top three teams. Air Force is next, that could be a huge win. Also Taylor's dunk in the first half made ESPN top plays (#6)

GO POKES!

Another Project to begin ...

Man I am starting a lot of projects now - I guess I'll stay busy for a while.

I finally got a hold of a couple of old laptops. I am converting them into digital picture frames. One will be a gift for my parents. It was supposed to be for Christmas, but I didn't get the laptops until now. I am putting DSL (damn small Linux) on them and will have it auto login and start showing pictures. I will post some pictures of the project a it comes together.

Book Expanding; and other projects

As I have been working on my book the project has expanded. I will probably write three times as much as I had originally planned. The first section is almost done, and I will start on the second and third sections soon.

I think I have found a publisher too. I'll look around a bit more before I make a final publishing decision.

My other Project has been moving really slow (My life on a round plastic disc) It is about half finished. Hopefully I'll find some motivation to finish the writing portion, along with at least one more new song.

The New year

I'm back to work now, and its 2007. I guess last year was ok. My book is progressing slowly now. If I focus on it I should have the first draft done within a couple weeks. Then I'll spend a while editing it, then figure out how I want to publish it.

Football was fun last night. Boise St won with a wild finish against Oklahoma.

End of 2006

We'll it is about time to start the final weekend of 2006. Its been a good year. I'm not sure what I'll do to send it off - Probably sleep.

Until next year ...

See Ya!

After Christmas ...

Christmas is over - It was an OK time - Nice to have a day off at least. but it is back to work now.

I though of a little project to work on - A short book of sorts - I may start writing it soon.

Computer is Back ... and a surprise

My computer is all finished and working fine again. It didn't take long to rebuild.

I also received a surprise today at work - In the form of a promotion. I am now an Information Technology Analyst. Along with the new job title comes a nice raise, which is appreciated, and deserved.

Computer Rebuild

My computer has slowed enough that it is time for me to format and rebuild again. I seem to do that every 6 months to a year.

As soon as my install files finishing copying to my USB key I'll reformat and say goodbye. I hope to have it up and running later today.

My 100th Post

This is my 100th blog post. Nothing too exciting to report.

Concert news:
The dropkick Murphy's are touring outside of Boston finally. They will be playing the fillmore at Denver on March 7th 2007. Tickets go on-sale tomorrow.

The bears are 11-2 now, and playing well. Hopefully the QB position will get better, and they'll get to the super bowl.

Review of Lovejoy's Bar and Grill

Lovejoy’s bar and grill is a small restaurant and bar located in downtown Laramie at 101 Grand Avenue. When we stopped by Lovejoy’s on a Friday evening it was very full. Despite being full we only had about a 15 minute wait to be seated.

The restaurant was very clean, and nicely decorated with local sports photos. They also have a large screen TV to watch games on, and several TV’s at the bar. The atmosphere was vibrant. It felt like we were at “the place to be” that night. The restaurant was filled with young people in their 20’s and 30’s with a mixture of singles, couples, and the occasional child. The restaurant was a bit noisy, including some music coming from a stereo system, but no one seemed to mind. It appeared that everyone was having a good time.

Lovejoy’s features several types of burgers, sandwiches and wraps. The menu also has a few Mexican and Italian style dishes. Prices range from $7.00 to $13.00. They also feature a full bar, and several brews on tap. One of the things I had heard about Lovejoy’s was that they have great burgers, so I had to try one.

I had the Lovejoy’s burger. A ½ lb burger topped with apple wood smoked bacon, pepper jack cheese, and guacamole. It is served with choice of sides. The burger lived up to its reputation. It is by far the best burger I have had anywhere in Laramie. It was juicy and very flavorful, not to mention very filling. The others in my group were all very satisfied with their dinner choices as well, and no one was left hungry.

Because the restaurant was so full I though that maybe our service would suffer a bit, but I was once again surprised by Lovejoy’s. The service was prompt, friendly, and our drinks never seemed to empty.

If you are looking for excellent food, with good sized portions, a fabulous atmosphere, and want to hangout with a younger crowd, then Lovejoy’s is perfect. If you would like to try Lovejoy’s with a bit less commotion, then stop by for lunch some day when it isn’t quite as happening as it is on the weekends; but definitely make a stop to this local favorite.

Service: 23
Atmosphere: 23
Food: 24
Experience: 24

S.A.F.E. Score: 94

S.A.F.E. Score explained:
Each restaurant is rated in four categories with a possible 25 points available in each. Service rates how friendly the staff was, how long it took to get seated and order, were drinks refilled promptly, etc. Atmosphere covers the look, feel, and sounds of the establishment. The Food rating is based on taste, satisfaction, and portion size. The experience score is the overall experience of the restaurant and includes items that don’t fit into other categories such as value. The total of those categories is the S.A.F.E. score. The higher the score the more “SAFE” it is to say you’d enjoy that restaurant.

No posts in a month

Sorry about no posts. I've been busy. I do have two more restaurant reviews to post sometime - so be on the lookout for those.