(Yes, I think I’m very clever….you’ll see)

–

It’s been an odd week.  To say the least.

I honestly don’t know where this week’s TGISF will go yet.  Kinda winging it at this point.  But let’s find out together, shall we?  Because as I was not so gently reminded this week….together is all we have.

I honestly love all of you folks.  And I do mean ALL of you…even if occasionally some of you decide to be not very likable.  And yes, I do include myself in that number, FWIW.

That’s family.  And yes, I consider every last one of you family at this point (yes, even YOU….even now).

But as I was also not so gently reminded this week….if love, or even just respect, isn’t returned, then why the hell should one keep giving a shit?

Thank you ballsofsteelandfury.  You really pissed me off FWIW.  More than anyone has in a LONG damned time.  And that’s saying something, especially this week.  But I get why you did.  And all is good now.

(but don’t do that shit again, please)

((because even if only temporarily, I don’t like not loving balls))

(((and no, I am not rephrasing that)))

–

TMI Time

Fifteen years ago I had the world in the palm of my hand.  Srsly.  Then a dead ex-wife and an infectious disease eating at my brain later….. and a whole buttload of other things later….

I dunno.  Life is funny sometimes.

Many of you aren’t aware of what I’m talking about re: infectious disease eating at my brain.  I realize that.  Without saying too much no one needs (or wants) to hear about….

I once had an extended period of extreme stress in my life, which temporarily compromised my immune system.  That was mostly to do with the ex-wife (she was a very stressful person), but we’re not gonna go into any more detail about her.   But among other things, this allowed a fungal infection to get a foot hold in me.  Also among other things, it affected my gray matter.  But fortunately only mildly.  Sometimes I forget things these days.  It’s also part of why I can’t type for shit anymore (srsly….you guys have no idea how often I proofread these posts to catch my mistakes…I just found 2 more 11 minutes before this post goes up).

But at last check the infection is still seemingly gone (though it could pop back up at some point) and my “issues” from it have not worsened.  And it did make me take stock and realize what was important in life, so it’s not all bad.  Maybe even mostly good, in fact.  I take time to enjoy life more now, more or less.  Plus, my memory was never all that great to begin with anyway.  And hey, at least the plumbing still works.

That being said, I still hope it never comes back.  It was not fun.

So why am I telling you all of this?  To make a point, of course (I don’t ALWAYS ramble incoherently).  Life often takes you in directions you never expected, both good and bad.  Sometimes to an extreme degree.  In either case, good or bad….but especially bad….take a moment to notice who’s sticking around.  And more importantly….who is not.

(Thanks again, balls.  Love you, man)

((but seriously, don’t do that shit again))

😉

Anyway, let’s move on if everyone is OK with that.

Good song…also a good lesson….

–

So Let’s Lighten The Mood, Shall We?

Dangit…that didn’t quite work.

Let’s try again…..

There it is!!!!

/ducks to avoid rotten fruit

/stands back up, takes rotten tomato to face

–

Sexy Mexy Update

Well, we’re getting down to it now.  balls and I are closing in on our destination.  Many things become clearer-ish next week.  Yes, I know you think I’m lying about that.  FWIW I didn’t say it gets any less weird.  Just clearer.  Ish.

Two surprise guests next week.  We also learn that maybe (just maybe) ol’ tWBS isn’t as insane as we thought.  And there’s some violence and petty larceny, too!!!!!  No, I do NOT violently steal ol’ ballsy’s virginity….that’s for someone else to take.  Also, some of you might not be terribly happy with me on Monday morning.  Meh.  You earned it.

If anyone needs some catching up, you can go here to do it.

Monday, 11amEDT.  Ugh.

–

Confusing Sports

NFL!!!!!!!  2017 NFL Schedules were released last night!!!

Annnnd….

In case you’re living under a rock and haven’t heard, some piece o’ shit former Pats’ tight end offed himself this week.  And no, I’m not going to say his name.  The sooner the world forgets about that fucking sociopathic coward, the better.  But then again, if we can get most of the current Pats’ roster to follow suit it might be an enjoyable season after all.

NHL

Pens finished off CBJ last night 5-2 to take that series (4-1) and now await the winner of Caps/Leafs (2-2) in the 2nd round.

Nashville sent Chicago home early (4-0).  They’ll face the Minny/StLoo winner (Blues up 3-1).

It took the Smoothie Boys extra time to go up 3-2 on the Habs in that one.  3-2 Final in OT

And Edmonton and San Jose annoyed the crap out of me for way too long last night.  It took OT to decide this one too and the frigging thing didn’t even start until 10:30pmEDT.  Jeebus, Left Coast!!!!  And though neither club deserved it, the Oilers take the 4-3 OT win to go up 3-2 in the series.

Tonight:

• Leafs at Caps – 7:00pm, NBCSN (tied 2-2)
• Bruins at Sens – 7:30PM, USA (Ott leads 3-1)

MLB

Since the hockey playoffs started I haven’t paid any attention aside from the Orioles.  But here’s the standings and tonight’s schedule anyway.

GOLF

Why is this front page news?  Might be time to hang ’em up Tiger…which is the same thing I said a couple of months ago.  And a year before that.

–

Confusing Sexy

OK, I’m really not trynna mess with you guys this week.  I just hadn’t cleared my mind enough to decide on a theme yet when I began writing this.  Once I did, there was no other title choice but that one…

TGISF…aka Your “tWBS Is In Need Of A Blunt” Sexy Friday Open Thread

Because I’m clever.  Or so I think.  And at least I’m not blaspheming this week.  Baby steps….

Oh well.  I tried.

Emily Blunt, Everybody!!!!!!!

I love that girl.  She’s sexy, smart, has a great sense of humour…and has a really great accent.  See?  Check this out….

But yes.  She’s this week’s Princess.  Get over it….

And enjoy….

• Emily Olivia Leah Blunt (great name, right?)
• Born: February 23, 1983 (34 yo), Roehampton, London, UK
• 5′ 7″
• Married to John Krasinski (Wow, really?  That “The Office” money must be good)
• At least she didn’t go with Emily Olivia Leah Blunt Krasinski

Anywhoooo…..

Plus, she’s got the best smile in EVAR!!!!!!!

–

tWBS’ Horrible Photo of the Week

This seems like a nice springtime choice, no?

From not quite two years ago, taken in my backyard.  Yes, my backyard is a lake.

–

Obviously if I didn’t know what this week’s edition would bring, I have absolutely no clue what next week will bring.  But I’ll still be here bringing you photos of half naked women….apparently.  😉

Now if you’ll excuse me I have to get home.  If I don’t have dinner on the table by the time she gets home, Alexa will punch me in the head again.

Yikes.

Dangit, put the gun down Emily and stop being jealous.  There’s enough of me to go around.

–

Love you guys.  Sincerely.

And thank you to all of you, FWIW.  Yes, all of you.

Have good weekend.

(also…pssst…less than two weeks to go…yay)

–