Meltdowns , Crashes , Sex and Hotdogs all in one blog
Meltdowns , Crashes , Sex and Hotdogs all in one blog Minor League Manager Has Major League Meltdown The manager of a minor league baseball team lost his cool and maybe some of his sanity Thursday during an on-field tirade in which he uprooted bases and covered home plate completely in dirt. Phillip Wellman, manager of Atlanta Braves affiliate Mississippi Braves, apparently had enough of the umpires, springing out of the dugout to let his temper flare. After a nose-to-nose argument with the home plate ump, Wellman completely covered home plate in dirt. He then made his way up the third base line, where he ripped third base out of the dirt and hurled it into the outfield. As if that wasn't enough retribution for Wellman, the manager then got on all fours and crawled toward he pitcher's mound like a special ops commando, grabbing the pitcher's rosin bag, holding it to his mouth and tossing it toward the home plate umpire as if it were a grenade. Scooping up the bases, Wellman walked toward the centerfield exit, taking a bow for the crowd before leaving the field. Here's the vid
California Man Shatters World Record for Hot Dog Eating PHOENIX — A California man smashed the world record for hot dog eating at a contest Saturday, gobbling up more than 59 franks in 12 minutes. Joe Chestnut, 22, of San Jose, shattered the record held by Takeru Kobayashi of Japan by downing 59 1/2 "HBDs" — hot dogs and buns — during the Southwest Regional Hot Dog Eating Championship at the Arizona Mills Mall in suburban Tempe. Kobayashi's old record of 53 3/4 was set last year at Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest, held at Coney Island in New York, said George Costos, who helps runs the regional contests for Nathan's. Chestnut placed second in last year's world championships, consuming 52 hot dogs. "He's unbelievable — he just keeps on going," said Ryan Nerz, who works for Major League Eating, which he describes as "a world governing board for all stomach-centric sports." "These guys' numbers have just been going up at a tremendous clip," Nerz said. "I always thought there was a limit — a limit to the human stomach and a limit to human willpower — but I guess not." Chestnut won a free trip to New York, a year's supply of hot dogs and a $250 gift card to the mall.
Study: 'Sexsomnia' Causes People to Have Sex in Their Sleep If you think it's impossible to have sex while you sleep, think again, according to a new study. There are at least 11 different sex-related sleep disorders, collectively referred to as "sexsomnia" or "sleepsex," that affect people who are otherwise psychologically healthy — causing them to unknowingly engage in various sexual activities during the night. Carlos Schenck, a psychiatrist at the Minnesota Regional Sleep Disorders Center, and his colleagues have studied a number of behavioral disorders associated with sleep. "Any basic instinct can come out in the context of sleep," Schenck told LiveScience. "All sorts of things can happen." Recently, he and his colleagues turned their focus to sex-related sleep disorders. They conducted computerized medical literature searches for studies published between 1950 and 2006 related to sleep and sexual behavior and looked through a number of sleep medicine textbooks. They also analyzed data from a previously completed internet survey that had gathered data from 219 people, 92 percent of whom had experienced multiple "sexsomnia" episodes. Among other things, they found that people — mostly men — sometimes masturbate, initiate sex with a partner and reach orgasm during sleep. They usually have no memory of these activities when they wake up, learning about them only if a partner or roommate tells them. Some of these activities can also have legal consequences, such as if someone initiates sex without a bed partner's consent, noted Schenck. People are at-risk for developing sex-related sleep disorders when they also tend to suffer from other sleep disorders — such as sleepwalking or sleep terrors, according to Schenck. "Sexsomnia doesn't come out of nowhere," he said. But "for whatever reason, sexual behaviors become part of the repertoire." While people might feel ashamed to learn from their partners that they are exhibiting these behaviors while they sleep, these disorders are not indicative of psychological problems, noted Schenck, whose recently published book, Sleep: The Mysteries, The Problems, and The Solutions, has a chapter devoted to sex-related problems. "Bizarre and inappropriate behavior during sleep does not necessarily reflect a daytime psychological problem." And "sexsomnia" disorders are easily treated with medication, he added. If anything, people who become aware of their problem but don't seek help put themselves at an even greater risk. "The longer you go with this problem without getting it treated, the more you can then develop a secondary psychological problem," such as depression, said Schenck, whose study is published this week in the journal Sleep.
Car Plows Into D.C. Street Festival, Injuring 35 WASHINGTON — A woman believed to be driving near 70 mph on Saturday crashed into a crowded church-sponsored street fair, injuring 35 people, authorities said. A 7-year-old in the car was said to be unhurt, but two children under 3 were among dozens sent to the hospital. Seven were severely injured, including two police officers who drove their motor scooters in front of the car to try to stop it. Witnesses reported seeing strollers flung into the air and a person pinned under the car's wheels after the vehicle bowled into a stage of dancing revelers at the annual Unifest fair in Anacostia. "We're still trying to piece together exactly just what happened that led up to this," District of Columbia Police Chief Cathy L. Lanier said at the scene. Tonya Bell, 30, of Oxon Hill, Md., was taken into custody near the scene and charged with aggravated assault while armed. Lanier said additional charges are pending. "The armed part of it, of course, being the vehicle," said Rod Wheeler, a former D.C. homicide detective. "They need to charge her right away to hold her. … More charges are going to be coming down this week." Wheeler said police likely are investigating two theories. "She had some kind of medical problem" and became unable to operate the vehicle or, "She was high, probably off of a drug known as PCP," Wheeler told FOX News. "That drug on the street is known as 'dippers,'" he said, adding that it is a marijuana cigarette dipped in embalming fluid and also is known as "wacky tobacky." "You just basically lose your mind," he said. Authorities were conducting blood tests to determine if alcohol or drugs were involved. A half-hour before the festival crash, a car reportedly driven by Bell was seen driving erratically, striking a police car and fleeing the scene of that incident, Lanier said. Alan Etter, a spokesman for the District of Columbia fire department, said authorities believe Bell was going about 70 mph when she tore through the festival. Litter and debris from food stands were scattered in the street. Witnesses described an extended period of mayhem in which the driver started off slowly through some closed streets and finally hit the accelerator on the avenue running through the heart of Unifest, an annual event sponsored by a church. The car hit a stage where people were dancing, witnesses said. It was not clear what finally caused it to stop. Ryland Anderson, 19, and Philemon Walker, 24, told The Washington Post they were about to cross the street as the festival was winding down when the car sped past. They described strollers being flung into the air and said they saw the body of a man apparently lodged in the station wagon's wheel well. "She was driving like 'if you're in my way, you're going to get hit,"' Walker said. David White, president of the Chicago Shannon Civic Association, said Bell grew up in the neighborhood and is well known. White said he and other residents saw her in the area on Saturday morning, driving erratically and clipping parked cars. He said he confronted her, but she acted like she didn't know him. "I said, 'Tonya, what are you doing?' She was sweating like a race horse. We tried our best to stop her. ... She was just in a deranged state of mind," White said. Unifest, which was celebrating its 25th anniversary, is Washington, D.C.'s premiere African-American cultural festival and parade and draws thousands each year. It was founded by Union Temple Baptist Church in 1982 as the "Chitlin Strut, Chicken Stroll, Down Home Cultural Festival and Parade" and highlights the culture, diversity and rich history of African-Americans and the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington in a spirited two-day celebration.
Heyy everyone, i just thought id pass along some nice vids i ran acrosss this morn. Just something to pass some time on this rainy sunday/tax day Feel free to comment them, Adios
Kentucky Couple Charged After Trying to Sell Toddler for Cash, Car
OWENSBORO, Ky. — A couple are charged with trying to sell a 15-month-old girl for $3,000 and a sport-utility vehicle.
Charles G. Hope Jr., 32, and Amber M. Revlett, 26, both of Owensboro, planned to use the money to pay off his fines for previous criminal charges, said Daviess County Sheriff's Lt. Bill Thompson. They were arrested Friday.
Thompson said it started out Wednesday as a joke between the couple and two women, but it became apparent that Hope and Revlett weren't kidding.
"This is one of those things that worked out, and, luckily, we were able to do this before they were able to sell the child to someone who may not have contacted law enforcement," Thompson said.
"I love her babies, I love my babies, and people don't have enough money to get any of my kids," he told the newspaper.
Hope said the two women he's accused of trying to sell the baby to were just trying to get the child for themselves.
"They said something to (Revlett) about giving us $500 for temporary custody to take her to New Mexico and I said, 'Well, give me $3,000 and your truck,"' Hope said. "The next thing I know, I'm sitting here accused of trying to sell my kid ... . I know they don't think I'm serious, they just want her."
Thompson said Revlett's three children were placed in the custody of child protective services. Selling a child for adoption is a felony punishable by up to five years in prison.
Texas police said on Monday they were shocked by the video recording of a pair of toddlers aged two and five being encouraged to smoke marijuana by their uncle and a friend of his. Police discovered the video last month as they searched a house in the Texas town of Watauga for stolen goods. Local television station aired the video during the weekend. "Our investigators are shocked. Many if not all of them are parents themselves and they cannot believe that someone would do this to a child," said Bruce Ure, the director of Watauga's department of public safety In the recording shown on the local Fox news channel, two young adult males can clearly be seen lighting marijuana cigarettes and encouraging the two baby brothers to puff on them. The faces of the children are blacked out. Police say the young adults are Vanswan Polty, 18, and Demetris McCoy, 17. McCoy is the toddlers' uncle. "The two have been charged with two counts each of injury to a child with bodily injury," Ure said. The charges could land them in prison for up to 10 years. Ure said the pair had admitted that the substance in question was marijuana. They appeared affected in the recording, in which they are shown laughing and with slurred speech Ure said police discovered the video while executing a search warrant on the house related to a burglary case in nearby Fort Worth. The children's mother lives in the house where the recording was made, but local media reported that her sons had been put in the care of child protective services. The toddlers' great-grandmother, Shirley Russell, was quoted on Fox as saying that she wanted the boys to come home but was mortified by the situation. "It's very shocking ... I just wish it hadn't happened," she told the network
OK, Soo most of you know that I'm a Die hard Ranger fan , for those of you that don't you know now.
Well, Chrisee scored us 2 tickets for next Friday nights game (2/9 VS Tampa Bay), 2 seats in her company's Luxury Box.
I would never pass up a ticket for a Ranger game ( or the Yankees and Giants for that matter) and I wont start now.
But the best part about going to a game at the Garden is the Fans , and sitting amongst some of the most passionate fans in the world.
So, I'm asking what do I do when someone gets the Potvin Sucks. For those who don't know what it is, here you go - Mostly, however, the heartless souls at Madison Square Gardens scream "Potvin Sucks." That chant became so ubiquitous, Rangers' management stopped playing any tune on the organ because it inevitably triggered the line. "Potvin Sucks" began circa 1979 when Islander defenseman Denis Potvin injured Ranger star Ulf Nilsson. Unbelievably, the Potvin Sucks heckle reverberates through the Gardens to this day, even though Potvin retired in 1988. Whistle going? It's just my instinct now, that when I hear that whistle to shout out, like I have Tourrette's "POTVIN SUCKS".
Or when Henrik Lundqvuist makes 3-4 saves in a row, and the crowd starts chanting " HENRIK, HENRIK, HENRIK"
What if the Referee's blow a call or make a stupid call, and I'm inclined to chant with the rest of the garden Faithful to chant " BULLSHIT, BULLSHIT, BULLSHIT" ?
How will I be able to see "Dancing Larry" go off up in the 400 section when his song comes on.
How will I throw popcorn or crackerjacks through the glass in our box at the Obnoxious TB Lightning fans or Ranger haters that seem to pollute the garden at times?
I mean a Luxury Box will be great and all, but I don't know the proper etiquette in these boxes, especially amongst 14 snooty investment bankers , who probably are not even hockey fans.
What will I do in these situations ?
What would you do , etc ?
Well, we have a week to go, so STAY TUNED
PS - Chrisee vows to watch the next 3 games till that game in their entirety.
Basically all she knows of Hockey, that she likes is that they fight and not get in trouble for it.
For those who know Chrisee will see why she likes that aspect of it.
Brokeback Outback
Current mood: weird
Category: Blogging
Hello Everyone
This will be my first official blog, so bear with me. Chrissee is trying to give me some blogging pointers that I can make use of. I will try to implement them to the best of my ability.
Anyways, Me & Chrissee had a great weekend , minus a little drama at the "OUTBACK". Me , Chrissee and Mullens went to the "OUTBACK" to meet up with , Kraig & Nicole , Tim ,Pete & Manny. Tim was the first one there, followed by me Chrissee and Mullens. While waiting for everyone else and with the bar packed we were waiting towards the entrance . When we finally saw a spot at the bar open up, we grabbed it. While waiting for our drinks, I noticed Chrissee seemed a little pissed. So I asked what was wrong and when she told me I was blown away. It turns out that, one of the waitresses elbowed Chrissee in her back, because she was in the way, but I mean come on, whats up with that. I can see if it was an accident , but it wasnt Mullen watched it happen and it was done purposefully & hatefully. Chrissee was really upset, in turn it was making me mad because I didnt want to see her upset. So , in short I thought Chrissee handled the situation really well for what had happened.
Okk, so after that Drama happened, everyone else showed up and we finally were seated . Me and Mullens drank like 5 each of the 22 oz Stella Artois, Kraig & Tim were drinking Jack and Cokes , Pete & Manny were drinking heinekens , Chrissee had a Red bull and diet cokes and im not to sure what Nicole was drinking (most likely vodka).
At the table Nicole brought her camera, and was taking some pictures of us all. What i want to know is, why is it that whenever Kraig is having his pic taken, he usually provides us with a Homoerotic pose? This time he posed like he was tounge kissing Manny, which Manny immediately deleted , i guess in fear it might turn up on MYSPACE. I guess beside that fact, and that one of the male waiters there liked Manny, he wasnt gonna let that pic get into Kraigs hands and eventually to myspace.
Chrissee lost a filling eating a steak , and Nicole offered to goto the dentist office she works at and do some temporary fix till Chrissee gets to her dentist, but Chrissee declined her offer and was a trooper about it.
After the Brokeback Outback , we went to Danny Boys on Forest Ave. We had a great time and drank and laughed all night. There was also some bit of drama going down in DBoys (which didnt involve any of us, thankfully), it turns out an asian girl who was there alone got so drunk that she passed out on the floor of the bar. From the floor of the bar she was dragged out to the front of the bar. She was clearly highly intoxicated. Nicole & Chrissee tried to help her out a bit, but there is only so much some can do. I'm not to sure what happened to her after that , i hope she got home safely because she was there alone.
All in all, I had a Great Time with my girlfriend Chrissee & everyone else. I am looking forward to seeing them this Saturday to exchange the not so secret santa's.
Anyways, im off to watch FOOTBALL, and hopefully my Giants wont lose for the fifth straight week. The Giants Playoff hopes are all but done if they lose today, so wish them some luck.
Like i said this was my first blog, and am looking forward to everybodys feedback.
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bored
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, and Nicole offered to goto the dentist office she works at and do some temporary fix till Chrissee gets to her dentist, but Chrissee declined her offer and was a trooper about it.