Dertyberd

9 months yesterday on this second go round and its flying by. I'm not fighting anything this time. Surrender has been everything. I kew my life was unmanageable and came to believe in a power greater than myself the first time so I could get well, stay alive, and not have people mad at me. This time has truly been a psychic and spiritual change. I just had to let go of who I thought I wanted to be without alcohol, and be who my higher power has in store for me. I have no clue what that is yet, but who I am becoming is pretty fucking great. I hate that I had to go through crazy again to get here, but I guess that was just in the cards. Grateful.

Does anyone know where to find the final registration totals? I found the article in the Chronicle from the end of September, https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/politics/texas/article/Texas-sets-voter-registration-record-with-1-6-13258057.php, but I'm curious if there is anything new. There's no fucking way any of the Independents that registered did so to vote for Ted. Beto could win this race if turnout gets over 40%.

Lulz. I guess I'm stupid because I'm not being purposefully dense. Thank you for bolding and highlighting some more for my comprehension and understanding from where your butthurt comes from. I didn't realize that it was so serious to say 'need' to be reminded of how shit we were on a message board would get you that upset. Again, it's colloquial. I'll change my statement for you so it doesn't get you so riled up. I believe it is a good thing to be reminded of how low we actually sunk last year. I hope that fans will continue to hold USSF accountable and not follow whatever bs they feed us. Cleaning house was a great thing, but I get the feeling that came from sponsors losing an assload of money more than anything. I believe the soccer governing body community is worse than a good ole boys system and it stinks to high heaven. I also believe that many fans will shell out cash no matter how bad of a product is put out there (MLS is included) out of some bullshit idea that they are helping to build a system that should already be in place. Having a youth training system that is in tatters and doesn't help the average young player after talking about it for 20 years is ridiculous. We continue to allow MLS owners and USSF to insulate themselves from consequences (no relegation for example) while fucking over smaller markets and the youth systems they represent. I had high hopes 20 years ago that some of this would someday be resolved, but I'm sick of it. Again, I think it is a good idea to be reminded. You think that is stupid or dense. We can agree to disagree.

I somehow missed this before. Were you on the team or somehow associated with USA soccer? I'd love your opinion on what went wrong behind the scenes. Thank you for the unnecessary semantics in explanation of groups v confederations. I understand how it works, it's colloquial and no one says "we qualified through our confederation". It does make me think you did work for USA soccer. I have a buddy who used to work there, but left right before the debacle to start a franchise. Numbers don't mean shit when talking about qualifying. I wouldn't feel nearly as bad losing out on a WC spot to Japan/South Korea or some of the African teams. The CAF is arguably the hardest qualifying "confederation" outside of UEFA/CONMEBOL. We lost out to fucking Honduras, Panama, and Costa Rica. Shit squads who wouldn't qualify in Asia or Africa.

Oceania is not even a real group. They have a playoff game to qualify. Sorry you mad.

We need to be reminded every year until we make the WC again. Hold the US Soccer Federation or whatever its called accountable for not qualifying in the worst group in the world. Fuck that was sickening missing out to a bunch of awful teams -Mexico. We are not good yet.

Hope. It's the one thing I got out of the Chapter to the Agnostic when I read the BB the first time. I was reminded last night how fucking hopeless and desperate I was when I knew I needed to do something different in my life. I didn't relate with any of the drinking stories the first time I read them, but the simple question of "am I willing to believe" allowed me to open my mind to try something different. I would've fucking done anything to quit drinking because things were really bad, but the God thing repulsed me. If I could've quit drinking with medicine or logic, I would've easily taken that road. What I really needed was hope. Being able to be willing to believe in something, anything, was what worked for me. Life is hard enough as it is without me fucking it up. Life if miserable when I have no hope. I wish the best for anyone out there losing hope today. Find a small piece of hope and hold on to it. It will slowly grow. Try something different. It will get easier over time. Much love.

If Mou comes over and manages USA soccer I'm going to have to become a full-time Ireland or Australia fan. Some type of underdog that has a little bit of talent and an outside chance to make the WC. It would be so fucking fitting though. A one time super power on the decline trying to show the world that old thinking and pulling back in defense is an effective strategy against the free flowing, wide open attacking play of the present world leaders.

I never pay attention this time of the WC cycle anymore, it's pointless, unless you care about the Gold Cup. Meaningless International games are best spent taking a break and enjoying a fall weekend without having to get up early. We'll know who the USMNT is in about 2 years, unless you watch the Bundesliga. I guess I used to care when there was very little soccer on T.V., but now that we have access to every league, it's better to just watch high level soccer instead of the crap we're putting out there.

Good on you little man. Mo has spent a lot on shit (Lukaku, Sanchez, and Lindelof) and that's on him. It's on the board that they didn't spend to get a center back (Maguire, Alderweireld). Mctominay has no business playing back there as a fill in. It's unacceptable and that comeback win might have kept this turd of afloat longer than need be. Three points I guess and still alive to make a Champions League spot, but winter is coming and it will be a long one playing like we are. Cut the fucking cord and move on. If only a board takeover were possible as well. Clean house in one giant shakeup.

Holy shit! I just realized that menudo is called "callos" in Spain. Absolutely love the stuff. Add spicy cured chorizo and nothing is better in a chilly/rainy weather. I will now order menudo at the local Mexican joint. Mind blown.

He's owning libs, taking on the deep state, and is a victim of the liberal media. Of course he's winning in a heavy R district. Trump out front shoulda told you. November 6th can't get here fast enough. This has felt like the longest year of my life in terms of news and constant noise. Time to have a congress that will hold actual hearings/investigations so the WH can't manufacture a new scandal to get out of bad news stories. I do believe public hearings will go a long way in toning down of the Trump reality show. It will be true must see TV if done correctly and can guide the news narrative away from Twitter. God help us all if R's retain the House.

Lincoln Riley quotes Steinbeck during his press conferences to make himself appear thoughtful and deep.

I root for the Euro's in the Ryder cup. Fuck getting behind a bunch of rich entitled prima donnas. The Euro's celebrate with their fans and enjoy the competition. Could you imagine Spieth, Tiger, or Bubba letting some random fans carry them up on their shoulders or even appreciate a pat on the back? You can't because it wouldn't happen. Go Euro's, keep the cup until we get some relatable golfers.

Truth form Neville. The whole club is fucking lost right now. It's a sad day when I enjoy watching the play of Pool, Chelsea, and City more than my own side. I was against sacking Mo early in the season just for stability, but Saturday's performance show's that no one is in charge. It can only get worse if it continues like this and player start bad mouthing the club to the outside world. We're already at a disadvantage because we're not London based, but now City has the coach, facilities, and money to compete with players that don't mind shit weather. A Giggs, or someone along those lines, caretaker role for the season wouldn't be a bad thing. I really don't know what you do because it's never been fucked like this since the late 80's.

The dude sounds like me when I'd be drunk and get caught by authorities. Deny, get angry, emotional, and cry when I now the gig is up.

For whom? I think it's obvious a "cloud of doubt" has been there for several days and it hasn't slowed anything down. It's not a good enough excuse for the R base right now. A real excuse is, "There seems to be a mounting pile of accusations that I believe needs to be sorted through and investigated." He didn't say anything like that. Maybe he's saying that so he can say I told you so when the Kavanaugh impeachment starts in a couple of years.

Both side attack. The process tomorrow seems fine and we will go ahead and vote. No big deal about how any of this is being handled. Listen and have an open mind. Weak ass sauce...again.

Hughes would certainly have nostalgia on his side and he commands respect from his playing days, but I've never seen him as the one. Maybe it's generational, but I'd prefer Keane if we're going with underperforming coaches who are United legends. Keane would immediately bring a different mentality to the club, but I don't know how many top skilled foreigners would want to come play for him. I always thought that Solkjaer was going to be the man, but I don't know where he's even managing now. I'm all in for a young unknown who can build it back. I'm willing to wait a couple of years to get it done right. We have money, but we don't have crazy sheik/russian/asian money that we can turn on and off. The club has made it's own money because of stability, marketing, and great football. Marketing is cheap these days, we are in desperate need of the other two. Yeah, bad look at training right now. I'm so fucking sick of those two drama bitches. I did love Jose's "Second Captain" reference yesterday, fucking brilliant.

These are our consistent values and principles now. The country has no clothes.

That was such a strange deal. Dude never got a full shake, but he also looked shellshocked from the beginning. Huge difference between the second tier clubs like Everton/Tottenham and the Liverpool/Aresnal/United types. I have no idea who you bring in next. I always wanted Guardiola but they fucked that deal up. I don't follow enough continental football to know who's doing a great job elsewhere. I do know there's some young baddass that almost made the Champions League group stage from Sweden/Norway or some shit. The next hire is the most important in United's history if they want to continue to be the biggest in England. Shit is very sketchy right now.

Good. He hates getting back on D and only brings his best attacking against shit opponents. He also whines when he gives up the ball stupidly. There has been a lack of leadership for a while now and I don't know where it's gong to come from when Valencia leaves. He's not even a vocal guy, but at least gives a shit every match. I was hoping for Matic to fill the role, but he just seems like a "get the job done and go home" professional. There is no fire on this squad and no one who commands respect. I could see grooming Luke Shaw a couple of years ago and there is still time yet, but he's not there right now.

Possible, but that's a serious gamble for a guy who has yet to take stand on anything. 20 years ago you have a great point and I'm with you.

He wouldn't make it through the primary. R voters would never forgive him for a no vote of any kind for the precious. SC seats are all a lot of their base has left for identifying as R's.

Ha! Only if we're fighting against relegation at the end of the season. I would like to start using the word "bungs" again.