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World Series Trophy

So on Monday, the Phillies World series Trophy was at the University. I stopped by during work and got a picture with it. Man is that a thing of beauty (the trophy not me).

Super Commercials

So, we all watched the Super Bowl. It was a great game and the best team one in the end. But the game isnt the only thing that is being watched that day. The commercials sometimes are just as good as the game. Pepsi products did really well in my book, taking 3 out of the top spots on my list. Here are my Top Commercials. Let me know what you think. Also, if you have some better ones, let me know.

Pepsi - I'm Good


Teleflora - Talking Flowers


Monster - Need a new Job?


Taco Bell - Overrated


Doritos - Crystal Ball

Bow to the Brow

I saw this the other day on ESPN. It's pretty funny that a guy that was at my school just last year, is getting national attention for his unibrow. Joe Cool had a pretty good year this year, leading his team to the playoffs and becoming the first rookie to win 2 playoff games. It's pretty awesome.

Anyway, the superbowl is just a couple of days away, and I don't know about all the other people out there, but I am sick and tired of all the talk leading up to the big game. It seems like you cant go very far with out hearing about it. And now your going to get my opinion on the game. You have the number one defense in Pittsburgh going up against one of the best offenses in Arizona. It can either be a really great game, or a really boring one. We'll have to see on Sunday. Personally, I want to see the Arizona Cardinals win, because of the person that their quarterback, Kurt Warner, is. He is a stand up human being, and a Christian. All that said, I think the final score will be 21-17 Steelers.

Ok, with the Super Bowl comes the biggest gambling day of the year. Of course, not only can you bet on the score of the game and who will win, but you can also bet on prop bets. These prop bets are pretty crazy. Who will win the coin toss, who will be the MVP, and total points of the game vs. Lebron James points are just some of them. You know you addicted to gambling when you bet on that last one. It's crazy, and sad at the same time. I do not gamble, except when I try some of my sister's cooking (haha, just a joke, she doesnt cook), and can't imagine how desperate you have to be to bet on these items.

Also with the Super Bowl comes some of the best commercials of the year. If you watch the game, be sure to tune in on Monday for my Top 5 commercials in this year's Super Bowl.

Spring Training for the Phillies start in 15 days when pitchers and catchers report. After winning the World Series last year, they are going to have a tough time on their hands to defend that title. They still have a good majority of their players back, and if things continue to progress, they will be just as good as they were last year. It will be a good year and I plan on making a trip down to a couple of games this year.

That's it for tonight. Pretty tired after doing homework for a while. Gotta love the school work. Anyway, Until next time...

Bolivia '09

This is a picture from 2 years ago, a missions trip to Tijuana, Mexico. This upcoming summer, I will be going on a mission's trip to Bolivia. I have no clue who I am going with yet, because the applications are not due until February 1st. So far, I really don't know a lot of people that are going. But it's not about how many go, but it is about the work done. I have been on 3 missions trips so far in my life; Pittsburgh, Romania, and Mexico. On each missions trip, God continues to move in my life, the lives of the people on the trip, and the lives of the people that we are ministering to. Currently there is not alot of information available about the trip, as in the stuff that we will be doing on the trip. But now is the time to start praying for the trip, for God's hand to minister to everyone involved on the trip. I also have to raised a good amount of money for the trip. With the economy tight, I know this will be tough. But God is in control, and if it is his plan for me to go on this trip, he will provide. He is Jehovah Jireh, my provider. All I can do is put my trust in Him

Yes, Mr. President

When you are called to serve your country that is what you do. You serve. Last Tuesday was the Presidential Inauguration for the 44th President of the United States, and the University of Delaware Marching Band was called to represent their state, and their country in the Inaugural Parade.

On a cold January afternoon practice began for us. It was Sunday, and we practiced into the late night Sunday (yes we missed the playoff games) and then we continued to practice all day on Monday until we left for the Fairfax, VA High School that we would be spending the "night" in. I say "night" because we went to sleep at 11 pm, and had to be up at 3 am. Not really a night if you ask me. But we headed to the pentagon for the security screening. And then sat and waited. Then after we were screened, we sat and waited to actually be taken into the city. As we are driving into the city, it was amazing to see how many people were there. Back streets were packed about 100 people deep. It was absolutely crazy. Once in the city, we had to get out of the bus ASAP and into our warming tents. In there we were able to eat our lunch that was provided for us, as well as watch the Inauguration ceremony. It was a very cool thing to watch with all of your friends around you.


It was then that the real fun began. Standing outside for hours. We stood there. In the city. In the cold. Waiting. It was very cold, and I was worried that someone might not make it out alive. We had no clue why until we returned home and learned that a Kennedy had a seizure. It figures it would be a Kennedy (but thank God he is ok). Once the parade actually started the warmth was returned to my entire body. It felt great. And then the experience of a life time: walking past our President, Vice President and their families in the viewing booth. It was absolutely amazing. Now, I did not vote for Obama, and I do not believe some of the things that he believes, but he is still the President of the United States and it was an honor to serve.

Here are some videos that you can watch that shows the band performing:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v32ruPU0KLI

http://www.udel.edu/udaily/2009/jan/bandvideo012309.html

There are many more out there and I also have a few pictures, but I can not find the chord to my camera to put a few on. As soon as I find them I will.

Tomorrow I will update you on the missions trip that I will be going on this summer.

Catch ya Later

Psychic Proportions

Alright...so ive been trying forever now to publish this post and have finally gotten to it.

Currently on TV, there are 2 shows that seem very similar. You have all those crimes shows out there: CSI, CSI: New York, CSI: Miami, NCIS. It started with CSI, and all those other ones were soon to follow. Well now there is a new "model" series: Psych. If you have ever seen this show, you know how good it is. It combines great humor, with the classic mystery. But now there is another show taking the same type of style, called The Mentalist. This show adds a little bit more seriousness. But both shows take the same principle. There is one guy, who is a very good observer, which causes him to solve crimes. Plain and simple. I love both of these shows. But they both get you thinking: if I only looked around at my surrounding just a little bit more, would i be able to figure more things out?

So we are now 3 weeks through 24, a total of 6 hours gone in the day. The one hour shows definetly dont have enough to them. It is so hard to watch the one hour show after the two hour ones. But so far 24 has been the best yet. Lots of new twists and turns every week. It always leaves me satisfied, smiling, and wanting more (that's what she said...haha).


Movie Review of the Week: John Q

This movie was not too bad. I enjoyed it. The beginning was a little boring, and it was kind of hard to tell where the movie was actually going. All in all this movie has a really good message: You will do anything for those that you love.

Lots to Talk about

Alright...So there has been a lot of stuff going on. And havent really had time to talk about all of them and still really don't. This upcoming Tuesday, I will be marching in the Presidential Inagural Parade. Lot of work going on for that. I will update you on Wednesday about everything that has happens. We have practice just about all day tomorrow, as well as all day on Monday before we head out. Next winter, the band also will be traveling to Ireland to play in the New Year's day parade. More about that when I get back as well. There is also a missions trip this summer, and some other stuff that I will let all of you know as soon as I get back.

24 and more

Wow....simply wow...after 4 hours of Day 7, the next season of 24 is off to a bang. Literally. If you havent check out this show, you really are missing out. This year has been, so far, the best year yet. The writers have masterfully discovered a way to capture our attention once again. When you think about it, it is pretty amazing. The writers and producers continue to keep our attention after 6 total seasons. That's 6 seasons of the same exact thing; the United States is under some kind of terroristic attack, and one man comes to save the day. I'm not complaining though. These guys obviously know what they are doing, and make it seem so real. I love every minute of it, and in a time of the television really lacking in good shows, this is definately the best.

One thing I don't like in the show so far is "Madam President." No offense to women out there, but I think the producers are trying to show us what would happen if a female was in charge of this country. In one seen she almost breaks down in tears from trying to figure out what to do in a situation. "There's no crying in the White House."

I really would like to be Jack Bauer though. It would be pretty sweet to take down terrorism single handedly. That would be crazy. To be able to live one day in his shoes....or even one hour, would be the time of my life. Or to be a cross between Jack Bauer and Chuck Norris. Even more amazing. But i still think Jack is way better than old Chucky.

I've been on this really big fix from "The Office" episodes. Over the last couple of weeks I have watched season 1-4 completely, and am starting them over again. Each time I pick up something new, and it seems to get funnier. I need to find some other shows to watch though. If you have any ideas, and possibly some that are on Netflix Instantly Watch, let me know.

Movie review of the week: Bedtimes Stories

I saw this movie on New Year's day with the family. It was a pretty good movie. I am a big Adam Sandler guy, and this really wasnt his typical movie. A whole lot cleaner then those other ones. The kids in this movie are adorable, and are really good actors. It has a really good moral too: Dream Big! In the movie, the dreams become reality. Overall, its a B+ movie, and a great movie to take the kids to.

Been a while

So, it really has been a while. And even though I am extremely tired tonight. I am going to post something. I came home from the UD Women's Basketball game (ugh both teams look like they play in middle school) and watched the BCS Championship Game. We all know how flawed this system is, but no matter what you do, you cannot please everyone. The game brings commotion and more hype then almost every other game then the Super Bowl. Tonight, two great offense came to meet up in what is supposed to be a neutral field - University of Florida playing in the state of Florida does not seem too neutral to me. Both led by great quarterbacks, but one turns a few more heads then the other. Tim Tebow, 21 years old, quarterback for the Florida Gators, would seem to be just an ordinary college guy. But look deeper, and what a man he is. He wears "John 3:16" on his black eye tape. He goes on missions trips during his spring breaks. And he's studying to be a doctor. I don't want to go on and on about this guy, but just read some articles about him and you will see how much a difference he is making in people's lives. The right man won tonight. But in the end, we win too. Just think about that.

Coming Back!

So its been a really long time since I updated my blog. Things have been really crazy lately, but things are starting to turn around. I'll be putting up a new post tomorrow, once I get some sleep.

A Long Time to Wait

So I know that its been a while since I've put up a post, so I'll give you just a quick update:

School is rough. Classes suck. Work is great. Gotta love the sports. Flyers out. Sixers out. Phils still trucking. Schools almost done. Studying a lot. Finals til wednesday. Move out. Cousin Brad. Blue Rocks. Midnight showing of Indiana Jones. Summer class starts next week. 15 credits this summer (am I crazy). Working part time. Thank you veterans. We Salute You. Choir solo. OhNo. Exam on memorial day (how patriot is my school). Dollar Dog night. Graduation parties...let me know if you want me to come to yours. MVP night @ Phillies. Gotta love the bobbleheads.

Need some sleep. Gonna go. Hit me up if you wanna do something sometime.

Have fun, Enjoy life, and Be Safe

KJT

apology-sorry I haven't updated my blog in a while. I'll do it soon

Mambo Jambo

Sorry about not putting up a post last night. I actually feel asleep after returning back to my room. Anyway, yesterday was Youth Sunday at church. Those days always seem to be busy for me. I don't know if it's because I want everything to be perfect or if I care too much, but everything went smooth. The teens did a lot of work, and were great. The guest speaker was great too. After church, I had my monthly family dinner with my dad's side of the family. I've really begun to enjoy these more and more. Especially since we are all really close. I love all of my family...and these dinners are a great time for us to catch up.

Today, I had class, and then had work. Nothing special. Atleast nothing I remember. I ran an erran after work and decided to drive my car back to my room to drop the stuff off and then return my car to the parking lot. I had to bike back like usual...but it sure looked like a wicked storm was coming my way. I biked as fast as I could...and as soon as I got back the skies let loose. Thank God I wasnt still biking...I was still in my nice work clothes...and I would have gotten really wet. So tonight for dinner I had some more of my dollar store food. I cooked some steak, pork chop wrapped in bacon, and some mozerella sticks. The steak wasnt too bad and the mozzerella sticks were really good. The pork chop however...i didnt even attempt to eat. I cooked it on the grill...and the bacon didnt get cooked but the pork was over done. I also had some milk from the dollar store. Still am wonder how great that tasted...but I'll let you know later. Just hanging out tonite...I finished up my final episode of The Office reruns tonite. I've been watching them for about a month now. Probably one of my favorite shows on TV right now. But through Netflixs I was able to watch all of the episodes from the very beginning. Some things are even better the second time around. Now I have to find another show to watch. I think it's going to be either Saved by the Bell or A-Team. Havent really seen what other ones are out there. I might actually see what Hero's is all about. Never really got into that show...but I can watch it online.

Have fun...be safe...and enjoy life

KJT

Dinner...and a Murder

Well tonite I had my Murder Mystery Dinner at Blue Hens for Christ. It was actually kinda a weird night. Last years was better...but it wasnt bad. The theme was medieval. It was kinda good...I good do what I do best...and that was act...or lie...its one of those two. If you've never been to one or dont know what they are...basically you dress up going with the theme, and ur given a role that you have to play with hints..clues...guidelines...and background information. Someone dies...and u have to figure out who done it. I didnt kill someone...but I also didnt figure out who did it. Some people that were supposed to be there and had some influentally parts so we didnt get that info. I did take along time however 7-11.

Earlier in the day, I went out with my dad for breakfast...we dont get a lot of time to spend together, so I figured that was nice. Afterwards we dropped off yard waste, and then I washed my car for the first time. It didnt really need it, but I kinda wanted to show my parents that I care about this car. Man did it sparkle. I then met up with Pastor Ben. We went up to pick up the special speaker for tomorrow's morning service. Real nice guy. He's the National Youth Director of the Assembly of God in Bangladesh and it was pretty cool to get the know the guy for a couple of hours. One of his bags didnt come in, so we had to file a claim. But it was weird cuz one of the workers came up to us and was like...what church do u guys go to? Afterwards we got talking and I felt we really made an impact on his life. If the speaker's bag didnt show up...this guy never would have met us. Divine Appointment. Anyway...thats all I got. Youth Day tomorrow...should be a good day.

Have fun...Be safe...and Enjoy life

KJT

As the seasons...jump?!?

So today was a very hot day. I beginning to wonder what ever happened to Spring...my favorite season. It seems like it just went from winter to summer on us. I slept in a little bit today so I didnt make it to class. I met with my discipleship group for a chance to catch up on some of some of the lessons that we've missed. Afterwards I went to work...and then got to take a nice little drive down to Smyrna. I took my car down and its was such a nice drive. After my trip down I stopped by a costume store to buy an outfit for a party tomorrow night. I'll tell you all about that tomorrow. After work I went and got dinner at the Daffy Deli. Great place in Newark to grab a bite. Had youth group and it was an eventful one. About 7:45 the fire alarm went off in the church. Everyone had no clue what was going on. I quickly acted and started moving people out of the building incase there was really a fire. Everyone was out of the building in about 2 minutes. Not bad for about 75 people spread all over the church. After about 15 minutes PB finally got the alarm turned off. But we told everyone to still stay out of the building. Good thing we did cuz about 5 minutes later a fire truck showed up. They came in...check to make sure everything was ok...and then headed out. We then brought everyone back in and went on with the night. Some how one of the "In case of fire, Pull" thingy's were activated...either by a malfunction...or by a basketball that hit it. No biggie. However, it was good to see what happened when we were pressured to get out of the building. Everyone knew what to do. It was a great practice run incase there ever was a fire. All in all it ended up being a good night.

Have fun...be safe...and enjoy life

KJT

If it says "fish" on the wraper it has to be fish

So...today was ok. Had class and a meeting with my advisor to go over my schedule next year. Not doing to bad, as long as I keep my grades up. Also had an exam which really was pretty bad. Everyone came out of that exam shaking their heads...obviously I wasnt the only one that had trouble with it. I also had band practice today...and this was the first time that I felt we actually sounded pretty good. And I am really starting to enjoy some of these songs. Its a good thing cuz the concert is next week. I had some of my dollar store food today: the tilapia and the onion rings that I bought. Surprisingly enough...the tilapia was really good. Just as good as any other I've had. The onion rings o the other hand...were not. They...I dont even know how to describe them. But they werent that great...but how many people have actually heard of good onion rings that you can cook in the oven. Didnt go to basketball tonite...was really exhausted from being up late studying and just from the busy week. Decided to lay down for the night...and watch the boob tube.

Phillies are doing better this week...going 4-2 since last Thursday. Today's game was really something special with 4 homeruns in the game...maybe this is what the summer is going to look like. With Jimmy Rollins, and Shane Victorino out for a little bit of time...you really got to see what the phil's bench looks like. During today's game 4 of the opening day starters did not start. It was good to see these guys get time...including two of my favorite Phillies: Chris Coste and Greg Dobbs. Coste had 4 hits including a homerun today. This weekend series against the NY Mets is going to be a great weekend of baseball.

Flyers put on an amazing performance tonight against the Washington Capitals. Tons of hits, lots of action, great game all together. After going into 2OT they ended up winning it with some great puck movement and by just putting the put on the net. They have the momentum and the series lead (3-1) going back to Washington for game 5. They are in a great seat to win this series. This was probably one of the best hockey games I have ever seen in my life. Was very enjoyable to watch...and very physical.

Sixers are not on a good roll going into the playoffs losing their last few games. They will have a really tough matchup against Detroit coming up this weekend. Detroit def. has the better team, but if the Sixers can go back to the high flying team that they were they might have a chance. Detroit has been in the playoffs, and have won many games, and have the experience on their team. I think that Detroit will win in 6 games here.

Not a lot of Eagles talk. Same situation with the Soul.

Have fun....Be safe....Enjoy life

KJT

Central Park

So today was not a bad day. Had class at 9 this morning, and then after class I went to my discipleship group. Had some good discussion. After class I went to work, and once again, I was needed first thing. Like I said before, its great to be needed. After work, I came back, and got started on my long night of work. Got done my one thing of homework, still have another, and also some studying to do for my exam tomorrow. My eyes and brain are starting to hurt. Should be a pretty late night.

So, one of the guys that I went on the cruise with, sent out an email today about Royal Carribean's new cruise ship that is in the process of being built. The whole ship is built around the idea of having an open air park in the middle of the ship. It sounds like a pretty cool idea if you ask me. This new ship will also have some pretty amazing features on it. Check out these pics:

Or the website: http://www.royalcaribbean-genesis.com/main.html

I dont know...but I'm really excited for it...cant wait to go.

Until next time,

KJT

Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice

So today was not too bad of a day. It was extreme nice out today, and today was the first day that I wore shorts. I had 4 classes today...not bad day in classes...learned a little. But I got really excited when I realized that I didnt have a lab that I was supposed to do today. So after my last I walked to the 5 & 10 on Main Street and bought a used tuxedo for my concert next week. I thought $40 wasnt bad for a used tux...that was still in pretty good shape. After that I went to the Dollar Store. I had saw this thing online about making meals from dollar store items. I decided to see what I could get. I was shocked at what was there. Tilapia, Salmon, Eggs, Flounder, Pork wraped in bacon, Steak, Luhch meat. Now I dont know how good these things are going to be, but I still decided that it would be worth it to buy a few of these things. Spent $18 and I was surprised that it only cost that much. I got a ton of stuff. I'll keep you posted on how these things actually taste. After the "spending spree" I went to Blue Hens for Christ (the devotional group I go to) for dinner to celebrate all of the April B-days. Watch the Flyers and Phillies win within a couple of minutes. All in all a great day. I have some homework to do tonite...and then getting some sleep.

Now onto my National Sports Report:

First the AL East...Surprisingly, this division is not headlined by the two powerhouses: Boston Red Soxs and the New York Yankees. The Baltimore Orioles are in the lead right now and Toronto is very close behind. But I'll tell you right now, it is still very early. In the end the big teams will come out on top (meaning the Red Sox). However, dont be surprised if the wild card teams comes from this division. And don't be surprised if that team is not the Yankees. Both Toronto and Baltimore will give the Yankees a good run at the spot. Toronto i think will end up being the wild card team, because they have the better team. The past 2 nights I have stayed up watching the Bosoxs and they look like a great team. They're pitching staff is one of the best, they have a great closer and depth in their bullpen, and have one of the better offenses in the league. However, where they could run into trouble is with David Ortiz and JD Drew. Ortiz is getting pretty old and is in a really big slump. He had been pulled out of the lineup on Sunday night. And still continues to struggle. JD Drew, Im not a big fan of...he'll get hits here and there, but he is just out there for stats.

On the NFL Draft...I really dont see any big immediate impacts at the big play positions: QB, RB or WR. Darren McFadden is not going to be the running back that everyone thinks that he might be. He will end up being like Reggie Bush, a really good college running back but not a good pro level running back. I know its still early to judge Bush, but so far, thats what he has become. After McFadden, there might be one other RB, that will make an impact in years to come and that is Rashard Mendenhall from Illinois. He looked really good at the NFL Combine, and I see him being a top 15 pick. With the QB position, I would really like to see Delaware's Joe Flacco be drafted very high in the draft. He is being projected as the #2 QB but I see him as being better than that. Matt Ryan from Boston College just does not impress me. I see Flacco going to a couple of teams: Miami, Atlanta, NY Jets, Chicago, or Baltimore. I think Baltimore likes Matt Ryan more, but I the long run, I'll take Flacco. He compares greatly to Pittsburgh's Ben Rothlisberger. At the Wide Receiver position, I dont think there is anyone that will make an immediate impact on a team. A lot of the receivers are small but eventually some of them will make impacts. There are a lot of good Offensive Lineman in this years draft, including one that had been talked about of being the first pick in the draft. Also in this draft is former William Penn High School lineman, Jeff Otah. My cousin, Jon, laughed when I told him that he was considered to be one of the best lineman in the draft. My cousin actually faced him every day during high school football practice. According to him, he is very lasy, and must have gotten his act together in order to be this good. Might come back to be about the same later in life. I love the tight end position, but in the draft, it really isnt important to analyze. Next week, I'll give you my take on the defensive side of the draft as well as special teams.

Finally, my NASCAR report. Hendrick Motorsports got its first win of the year after completely dominating the leage last year. Its hard to believe that this is only the first because of the all-star cast that they have with 3 of the best drivers in the series, Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. They have really struggle so far this year, either having bad luck with a good car, or having a car that isnt competitive. They wont stay down forever, so the rest of the league better watch out.

I have to say that after years of not being a big fan of Mark Martin, I am beginning to realize what a great driver and class act he is. He is only driving a half schedule this year, while getting ready to go into retirement. But I want for him to win. Just because its been so long since he won. I think that Toyota being in this sport is a joke, especially since there is only one team that is competitive in it. I guess it will just take a couple of years to come through but we'll see. Its good to see the sport continuing to grow especially with the addition to so many drivers coming from other leagues to come race in NASCAR. NASCAR is off this week, allowing the drivers to get plenty of rest before the long stretch of races coming up. They will not get a week off until the middle of July, giving us 3 full months of racing including my favorite types...night races.

Well...thats all for tonite, I hope everyone has a good day tomorrow

KJT

Just another day in Paradise

So today was actually really boring...and I've been tired all day. Had class this morning...didnt learn much...went to work...good hours today...got assigned a job that should take a good amount of time...had young adults bible study...no one showed up but me...now im hanging at the dorm...watching some tv...and then going to sleep.

Tomorrow will be my first of my Tuesday blogs with "National Sports Report"...tomorrow I will do a small analysist of the NFL draft...ill also do a report on the AL East...and a small section on America's favorite sport...NASCAR

sorry about not being too fun today...im like really tired...and not feeling that great
Hopefully tomorrow will be better

KJT