The US and Argentina

Last night the US Men's National Football team played Argentina last night. They were invited to a competition called the Copa America which is a tournament that is held every 2 years for the South American Championship. Why then is the US playing in this tournament? They were invited by the South American Football Association more or less along with Mexico. Don't forget, Mexico is actually on this continent.

Anyway, the US lost 4-1 and to be honest, this is not a surprising scoreline. The US basically sent the crappiest team they could get away with and still be allowed to play. The effort was a valiant one but none the less they were way out classed.

I guess the biggest reason I bring this up is because with Lisa being in Argentina she gets to have a first hand account of how 'rabid' the fans are about their football. She said the streets were empty while the game was being played and every hole in the wall bar had people in it glued to the TV.

Another reason I bring this up is because I am not sure Americans ever get this passionate about anything. In a way this is a sad reminder of the malaise our society has for everything. Our political system is in shambles and we have rich people trying to represent the poor; more like giving everyone the facade of representing the common man. It does not take a rocket scientist to figure out most in DC don't give two craps about the average American.

I was reading an article the other day they said an average election cost over a million bucks just for the House of Reps. For the Senate 8 million bucks. The presidency? How much money will it take to buy that chair in 2008?

OK, I digress. On a positive note I hope everyone has a lovely weekend!!

Golf, Food and the Big Red Beast

I played golf this morning at Yankee Trace, they used to play a Nike Tour event there until fairly recently. I think I know why this is too. When a hack like me can step onto a golf course and shoot 74 the first time and 76 the next time, it's too easy. During my round I had 3 birdies and then a bunch of crap in between. Regardless I am very happy with a 76.

Last night Wendy and I went to dinner at a restaurant called Boca. It was absolutely fantastic. Our bill wasn't small but since we love good food it was worth it. There really is something to be said for wonderful food and good company. Happy Birthday to me!

One last note... As many of you know we have bought a new car; the GMC Acadia. It is sweet, we love it and are very glad we made the purchase. Wendy calls it the BIG RED BEAST. Pictures of the new ride are below for your viewing pleasure...

It's Friday!!

I know, I know. I am a blog slacker. It's been very difficult to write lately and the blog is not exactly top of mind on a daily basis. While Wendy is taking care of Owen or vice versa, we are cleaning and doing other things around the house.

Anyway, tonight is dinner at Boca. The number 2 restaurant in Cincinnati according to, none other than, Cincinnati Magazine. It trails only Jean Robert at Pigall's for fine dining in our wonderful urban sprawling metropolis. Wendy and I are very excited to go to Boca and have been talking about it for a while, we just needed an excuse to go. Luckily my birthday has arrived and that was good enough for us.

I hope all is well in lands afar, I will report back with all of the details tomorrow. After I play golf at Yankee Trace, a superb track in Centerville, OH. The last time I played there I shot a 74 but I have no illusions of grandeur. I would be very surprised if I equal that score once again.