Billy Pilgrim

We’ve been waiting an hour now. I hope you’re correct about them hashing out a deal.

The 20 minute break has turned into 33 minutes and counting. Man it frustrates me how the government doesn’t value anyone’s time.

Got summoned for jury duty. Told to show up by 8:30. Sat around waiting for 20 minutes. They gave a little intro basically explaining where bathrooms and vending machines are then explained exemptions and disqualifications for the next 20 minutes until 9:10, then thought we needed a 20 minute break until 9:30. What a colossal waste of time. This is why no one wants to serve on a jury.

There’s a cool pill box hike in Lanakai. It’s an amazing view that overlooks the beach when you get to the top of the pillboxes. It’s very short, will probably only take about 30 mins to an hour. My family likes to get up and do the pillboxes about 8 in the morning before it gets crowded. You’ll get hot and sweaty then hike down to the beach and jump in the water. I think hiking diamond head is overrated but you may consider doing it if you aren’t going back for awhile. some people think snorkeling at Hanauma bay is overrated but I always enjoy it. I could spend hours floating around out there. I don’t know where you’re staying in Oahu but I recommend not spending much time on your hotel beach. Drive around and find a bunch of prettier beaches like Lanakai, Kailua, multiple beaches on the north shore, Holona (sp?) cove, etc. Waikiki is crowded and eroding away. Ko Olina is good for little kids but otherwise pretty boring (no snorkeling, no surf, no views). A few of our usual restaurants were shut down when we were there in March due to COVID fear. Not sure what’s open now.

Is Brandy Perryman’s son, Gavin, committing to Texas old news? Kid is much more athletic than his old man. Can’t believe I’m to the age where dude’s I was I college with have kids playing college ball now.

I’m sure this topic is dead after the last couple of years but if anyone is still interested: All 3 of my kids loved the Encyclopedia Brown books from about 8-12 yo. Not very adult and not much science in them but I thought they did a decent job of helping to develop critical thinking skills.

Who’s next on the list?

Thought the VAR overturn on the handball against US in extra time was a shit call. Wondering if the reaction to the US penalty and subsequent PK goal and the ensuing shit show by the Mexican fans had any bearing on that replay call. I bet they thought they’d have a full on riot if they didn’t throw the Mexicans a bone in that situation. I thought the same thing when the ref declined to give Herrera a deserved second yellow card.

And other than Luka and THJ, the roster is trash. No one else wants to step up.

Just busting balls. No need to get banned for that. People are too sensitive these days.

I’m all fairness, the Seattle joke wasn’t that great.

A movie called “I See You” came up on prime under “movies you might like”. Helen Hunt was in it (she’s hideous by the way- I can’t believe she’s only 57 years old because she looks about 70 in this movie). I guess you’d call it a crime drama or psychological thriller but it was actually surprisingly entertaining. Not a bad way to waste a Tuesday night when your wife is at book club or something.

I think I still like Ken the best. Like Prepuce, didn’t have a problem with Buzzy’s stint. I also think Bialik is doing a good job. Don’t get the love for Rodgers. Seemed like he mumbled through and had little energy. There was the one great exchange with the contestant about the field goal. The rest of his term as guest host was otherwise pretty forgettable.

What took so long to get Powell minutes?? Shitty coaching by Carlisle the previous 2 games.

Wasn’t a big fan of Phoebe when I was in college but think she’s funny when watching reruns now. I also didn’t care much for Joey at the time but I thought Leblanc was great in the reunion and I look at Joey differently now and appreciate him. Seems like Leblanc was down to earth and could appreciate what Friends did for him.

I don’t know who the chick was in that State Farm commercial was but she was a really shitty actress

Jeez- between this and the flight attendant getting her teeth knocked out, SWA is turning into Spirit Airlines.

I don’t think Luka is going to tolerate this attitude the way Dirk did. If Cuban doesn’t show a commitment to winning a championship, he’ll be outta here at his first chance, probably looking to collaborate with another superstar for a championship. It’ll be really interesting to see what happens with Carlisle if they end up losing the series after being up 2-0. Luka did all he could to win last night. If the rest of the team doesn’t step up to help him, I think you can put that on Rick and will be looking for a new coach.

You do Volcanoes National Park? We’re going in July. Nervous about our rental car reservation. We’re staying in Kona but going to drive to Hilo for one night and stay at the Volcano House in the park.

The Bush library in Dallas actually has a really good 9/11 exhibit. From what I can recall- the 9/11 memorial in NYC was a moving tribute to the victims but the Bush library seemed to have more artifacts. Agree that the Art Institute in Chicago is the best art museum in the country followed by the MoMA. Always enjoy the artifacts in the British Museum and Louvre, can’t wait to go back. The Met was a little disappointing after visiting the other two. Also agree that the Holocaust Museum in DC was such an emotionally exhausting day.

Terrible movie. I’m glad I didn’t pay to see it in the theater.

I really like the chemistry between Winslet and Smart. They’re great on screen together.

You’re just around the corner from having “Dude Perfect” on all the time. Nothing better than a bunch of obnoxious aggies.

The Springfield Connection, the episode where Marge becomes a cop is my favorite Simpsons episode. Still laugh out loud during the poker game scene.

Jerry Stiller alone makes it a top 100 sitcom.