Joakim Noah; A guy who "get's it"....
Q: Certainly coming from a sports family, was it a big advantage to be in a big city like Chicago? There are certain lucrative endorsement opportunities that the other eight picks will not have.
Noah: Like I said, I'm very lucky. But to me, it's more about winning. I went to school in Gainesville, a small town. I've always been from the big city. I lived ten years in Paris, France. I lived the rest of my life in New York City. But I feel like Gainesville was a small town and I had a great three years over there and memories that I'll never forget. To me, you guys look at it as market and it's always about money and this and, oh, if I would have went last year, then would I have been a higher pick and it's money and money and you're talking about money. But to me, I feel like it's happiness. It's about being happy and winning makes me happy. I feel like I have an opportunity to win a lot of basketball games in Chicago, and to me, that's what's more important is the winning aspect of it.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Dodd for President?
Chris Dodd (presidential candidate). From his recent speech. Here’s a man with really, really interesting and BOLD ideas for America. So incredibly refreshing. Why is it that I can’t see him winning? I think I will, for the first time in my life, both contribute financially and voluntarily to a political candidate….
“A Senior Heroes Program would harness the power of experience by encouraging retired Americans to volunteer in our nation’s schools.
National service can strengthen our schools and retirement communities – but also our security and safety.
One of the greatest tragedies of Hurricane Katrina was that while families were stranded on rooftops and in nursing homes desperate for help, a third of Louisiana’s National Guard was in Iraq, slowing relief efforts with tragic consequences.
Indeed, I will never forget the Mayor of Pass Christian Mississippi telling about an elderly Connecticut couple who drove to the Gulf Coast in the wake of Katrina for no other reason than to help their fellow countrymen and women.
By mobilizing service corps alumni as well as retired military people in a Rapid Response Reserve Corps that is ready to supplement the good work of firefighters, police officers, health professionals, and other first responders at a moment’s notice, America will always be prepared to respond to emergencies and natural disasters wherever and whenever they may be.
But if the last six years have taught us anything, it’s that security is not simply about the example of our force – but the force of our example.
You cannot hate America if you know Americans.
That was but one of the lessons I learned from the people of the Dominican Republic who embraced a 22-year-old American and taught him a language – taught him to look at his the world differently, taught him to appreciate our leadership more, and, thus, I returned a more enriched American.
As Emerson wrote – “It is one of the most beautiful compensations of life that no man can sincerely try to help another without helping himself.”
That is why I intend to double the size of the Peace Corps by 2011 and again by mid-century. The Peace Corps offers a remarkable opportunity to send a strong message to the world that the American people stand ready to turn back disease and poverty not only with our checkbooks but also with the sweat and heart of a good and decent people.
I cannot imagine a time when the mission of the Peace Corps—supporting the development of other peoples, fostering a greater understanding of American values and culture abroad, and a deeper appreciation of other cultures and languages here at home—was more urgently needed.”
“A Senior Heroes Program would harness the power of experience by encouraging retired Americans to volunteer in our nation’s schools.
National service can strengthen our schools and retirement communities – but also our security and safety.
One of the greatest tragedies of Hurricane Katrina was that while families were stranded on rooftops and in nursing homes desperate for help, a third of Louisiana’s National Guard was in Iraq, slowing relief efforts with tragic consequences.
Indeed, I will never forget the Mayor of Pass Christian Mississippi telling about an elderly Connecticut couple who drove to the Gulf Coast in the wake of Katrina for no other reason than to help their fellow countrymen and women.
By mobilizing service corps alumni as well as retired military people in a Rapid Response Reserve Corps that is ready to supplement the good work of firefighters, police officers, health professionals, and other first responders at a moment’s notice, America will always be prepared to respond to emergencies and natural disasters wherever and whenever they may be.
But if the last six years have taught us anything, it’s that security is not simply about the example of our force – but the force of our example.
You cannot hate America if you know Americans.
That was but one of the lessons I learned from the people of the Dominican Republic who embraced a 22-year-old American and taught him a language – taught him to look at his the world differently, taught him to appreciate our leadership more, and, thus, I returned a more enriched American.
As Emerson wrote – “It is one of the most beautiful compensations of life that no man can sincerely try to help another without helping himself.”
That is why I intend to double the size of the Peace Corps by 2011 and again by mid-century. The Peace Corps offers a remarkable opportunity to send a strong message to the world that the American people stand ready to turn back disease and poverty not only with our checkbooks but also with the sweat and heart of a good and decent people.
I cannot imagine a time when the mission of the Peace Corps—supporting the development of other peoples, fostering a greater understanding of American values and culture abroad, and a deeper appreciation of other cultures and languages here at home—was more urgently needed.”
Friday, June 15, 2007
Thursday, June 07, 2007
The NBA Finals 2007
I’d like to start a new tradition…predicting the winner of the NBA finals. I think, with a degree of confidence I’m not sure I deserve, that I can call it right at least 75% of the time.
This year (2007) we have the San Antonio Spure Vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
Tim Duncan trying to cement his legacy, along with the pride of knowing he took down the game’s most-hyped young star.
Lebron trying to jump ALL the way in one year. Trying to prove he’s not only worthy of the insane hype, but is pure in his intensions…to win rings.
Forget Jordan comparisons until you start winning championships. And…..have a seat young buck, you are about to face a really good san antonio team. This aint the east. This is the west. You don’t get here by having some mulligans.
Spurs in 6
This year (2007) we have the San Antonio Spure Vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
Tim Duncan trying to cement his legacy, along with the pride of knowing he took down the game’s most-hyped young star.
Lebron trying to jump ALL the way in one year. Trying to prove he’s not only worthy of the insane hype, but is pure in his intensions…to win rings.
Forget Jordan comparisons until you start winning championships. And…..have a seat young buck, you are about to face a really good san antonio team. This aint the east. This is the west. You don’t get here by having some mulligans.
Spurs in 6
so many great photos...one of my favorite shots.....
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