ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL.....OR NOT?

If someone offered YOU $20 million to stay home in retirement...would you accept that offer???
I'm sure there's a lot we could do with that money.....but Brett Favre of the Green Bay Packers says it's not about the money...he wants to play.

The 3-time MVP, 38 year old future Football Hall of Famer QB made his statement of retirement on March 5th in a Press Conference...and a tear-jerker it was! Green Bay would have him come back as a "back up" to Aaron Rogers....but FAVRE HAS SUBMITTED A REQUEST FOR RELEASE, and so far Green Bay has said "No" to the release (hey, they don't want to see him play for the competition!).

There seems to be a strained relationship going on here and the Packers have 24 hours to activate, release, or trade him. Favre intends to show up in the locker room. For now he's in limbo.

What do you think about the twists and turns in these negotiations? Should BRETT FAVRE be allowed to start for Green Bay? Should he be allowed the release so another team could pick him up? Should he stay in retirement? The "Cheeseheads" (as the fans are called) want him back and in the game!!!!!.......do you??



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BLIND "DATES"

In this world of computer dating, speed dating, dating services, personal ads in the paper and other publications.....blind dates fall into 3 categories:

1. WOW!.. I can't believe my eyes!

2. MAYBE.. I can learn to love 'em

3. NO WAY..I'd rather stay home with the dog

Many of us have "been there, done that" and no doubt "don't want to do it again"! Ask me...as a Seasoned Single, I went on so many blind dates, my kids called me Helen Keller!

It got to the point that I didn't even bother to wear my eyeglasses anymore; someone would say , "You don't wear your glasses because you think you look better?" My reply: "No....I don't wear them because then I think YOU look better!"

You don't get a second chance to make a first impression..and what you say can ruin the whole date at the get-go (see above example). I always found wearing a smile was the secret..especially when you're at a loss for words (which has never been my problem..ahem).
If you find you're the only one doing the entertaining...start charging them a "cover" - plus a 2-drink minimum. Seniors get a discount! ;D

To those on the quest for the perfect mate...none exists...just "perfect for you" :D. My advice is stay relaxed, be secure in who you are, be fun to be with, and be patient, (and carry some extra cab money)...as good things come to those who wait. You may find yourself praying for an apple...but will get the whole orchard besides...then you will have the "apple of your eye" because you knew how to pick 'em ;D.

What was it about your mate that captured your attention?.. or share a favorite memory of a date you once had. Was it the thrill of victory, or the agony of defeat?

you can email me at dimarroc@gmail.com (but my dance card is filled :D)

LET'S GET READY TO GRRRRUMMMBLLLLE......!!!

I know what you're thinking...."there goes the neighborhood!"

Taking over as a new Blog Host has a lot of responsibilities, and I hope I'm up to the challenge....as well as having all of you weigh in on both the heavy and lighter topics as they come about.

Not being "computer savvy" (my son is my tech support!), I'm on the learn-as-you-go plan :D

In fact...he thought the picture for this blog reminded him of the Wal-Mart Smiley Ball...a favorite crusade of mine for supporting the Northgate Plaza renovation (we grumbled about that a lot in the past)........

Seeing as how this is the first day on the job, it brings to mind how many "firsts" that we all experience in our lifetimes: first day of school, starting a new job, moving into a new neighborhood (and all the anxiety and trepidation we feel). Any funny stories of your "first experience" of anything ? I know I always worried about "Where's a good place to go for lunch, when do I get my breaks, and where's the ladies' room?"

...but for now, this is just my way of saying "HELLLLLLLOOOO"!

Contact me at: dimarroc@gmail.com with any ideas, info or anything you want to share.