If it wasn't for me

Riders Made Money in 2006--But Not a Lot

So the Riders only made 455 dollars last year. That means that if I had not purchased season tickets, they would have been in the red. What concerns me is that they made 1 million from the Rolling Stones concert and probably a million more from the sale of the naming rights to Taylor Field. So unless the Stones are coming back next year, we are screwed.

One more question...How much is Jim Hobson making? The guy before him used to do the job for free. Maybe we should get him back. Heck, I'll do the job for free.

Okay one more question...how long does it take to make a code of conduct?

5 Things I learned from the SI Swimsuit Issue

1) A simple Ipod can be a very effective swimsuit.

2) Whoever decided to shoot the models in 3D and include the old school 3D glasses is a genius!

3) I'm going to the wrong beaches.

4) Tops are now optional.

5) Paint is a very effective swimsuit.

My SuperBowl Prediction

Regina Rocks!

Regina Stones Shows Set New Canadian Benchmark

The Stones concerts in Regina were officially the biggest grossing concerts in CANADIAN HISTORY! The also cracked the Top 40 biggest grossing concerts ever in North America (they were also the only Canadian events to EVER crack that list.)

And Mayor Fiacco is promising another major concert announcement for 2007. My bet is on U2. Although given the choice, I would rather see the Stones again. Maybe U2 could open for them.

The New Treadmill

Since I have started subscribing to Consumer Reports, my life has changed. I am CR Best Buyaholic. I no longer use Tide laundry detergent, because it is not a CR Best Buy. It is addicting. My new Treadmill IS a CR Best Buy, thus making my life complete. Since I know you all care, I have included some pictures of my new addition to the family.

In other news:

Michael Vick In Airport Water Bottle Incident - January 18. 2007
This was just sent to me. It shocks me how stupid people are sometimes. You are worth something like 50 million dollars. Do you have to smuggle your dope on a plane. Couldn't you just chuck it and buy some more when you land?

BBC NEWS | Americas | UN staff 'owe $18m parking fines'
In keeping with the theme of cheap people are, I don't think diplomatic immunity should extend to parking violations.

Consumer Reports withdraws study on car seat safety
This should make some friends of mine happy. The only mistake Consumer Reports has ever made. (I hope)

NHL set to unveil new jerseys in Dallas
When they say this has nothing to do with merchandising, they really mean it was everything to do with merchandising.

CTV.ca | MySpace hit with online predator suits
There are predators on MySpace? Who knew?

NFL Conference Picks and other stuff

SuperBowl.com - Official website of Super Bowl XLI
For the NFC, I say it's the Saints over Da Bears. Bears were the best team in the NFC, but they are missing something and have been all season. They almost lost to the Cardinals. The Saints are a team of destiny. Drew Brees simply has too many weapons to use on offense. Bush should be looking WMD's in New Orleans. Final Score: Saints 27 Bears 17

In the AFC, look for Manning to choke in the clutch. Tom Brady simply knows how to win in January. I don't care what anybody says, the Colts defense is still terrible.
Final score Patriots 31 Colts 24


Manslaughter conviction a minimum, judge tells Walker jury
Judge did the right thing here. Murder is still murder, even if the victim was total scumbag.

CTV.ca | Sask. to receive no equalization money: minister
We are getting screwed by the Tories. They promised us 800 million, now they are saying no way. I have always voted Conservative, but I am telling you, nobody likes being lied to. This could cost the government 12 seats.

CTV.ca | Lindsay Lohan checks into rehab
It's kind of funny when people under the legal drinking age have to check themselves into rehab. Whatever happened to parents? Just because your daughter is worth millions, doesn't mean you can't ground her.

Wow, two posts in 2 days. The pace is picking up.

2 News Items today

Harper to deal with fiscal imbalance in budget: report
The tories will have BIG problems in Saskatchewan if they don't come up with the fair equalization deal they promised. 800 million Stephen. I am saying "No DEAL" to all other offers.

Kenton Keith bolts Riders for Colts
Not a surprise he is leaving. He will be back by Labour Day. He is a good back, just not good enough to be in the NFL.