JimH5
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A lot of it is just the age. And I can't offer any advice on "breaking the habits", other than being very consistent with whatever you do. You're not going to break his habits, HE is, when he's ready to do so. My four year old daughter was a nightmare during most of her Age 3 year. She absolutely had to be the winner in everything, even stuff that wasn't really a game. She wouldn't listen, had to be in charge of every aspect of the world around her, including her parents. We had to leave restaurants a couple of times because she wouldn't be good. I pulled her out of a grocery store once, and made it very clear, right in her face that it wasn't okay to do what she was doing. Not a happy memory, with her screaming and aghast shoppers gawking. One thing that was marginally effective was to tell her that I wasn't going to talk to her until she talked nicely. I think what she really wanted was a reaction from me, and I wasn't going to give her one. We did try to keep her on a very consistent routine, with bed time at 7:00-7:30 every night. And that meant us missing out on a lot of stuff that would have been fun for us. And we had to show her consistency with our own behavior, as my wife and I don't yell at each other. And when your son gets better, it isn't going to happen overnight. But eventually he will. -
Whenever I see a picture of Rich Harden, I think I'm seeing Jim Anchower from The Onion. http://mlb.mlb.com/images/players/mugshot/ph_425848.jpghttp://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:PWG50jjKxMF5uM:http://espn-ak.starwave.com/media/videogames/photo/2007/0320/mlb2k7_harden.jpghttp://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:P6gJ3q8y9W9tKM:http://www.conorglassey.com/Blog/content/binary/Me%2520and%2520Harden%25202.JPGhttp://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:okVaWwLBbQyW0M:http://llnw.image.cbslocal.com/0/2006/04/11/320x240/images_sizedimage_101151900.jpghttp://www.theonion.com/content/files/images/character4.article.jpg
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I guess the "Big Game Pitcher" label is a nice thing to tag on someone after they have had a great outing in a big game. Sheets was a big game pitcher in that shutout over the Padres, Bush was a big game pitcher in his outing against the Phils. . . But of course, nothing lasts forever, and even Big Game Pitchers gak them up. Except of course, if Derek Jeter were a pitcher. . . He'd be Big Game for sure!!
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He's an intriguing guy. I'd like to get some further insight into his health. He dispelled rumors that's he's got Muscular Dystrophy, but there's something that's been keeping him off the field so much. He's a talent, and seems to be worth a one-year deal.
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Unless they're on a jury in an on going court case. Ha! Whenever I make these stupid, over-the-top declarative statements, I can rest assured someone on this site will kick the soapbox out from under me. Thanks, homer. . .
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I don't think it was is mistake to sign him. . .and he'd be fine on a one-year deal. I just have low expectations of his ability to stay healthy. If his forearm is fine, you can pencil him in for 12-14 wins. It's not like he's a worthless pitcher--he's just not what I expected all those years ago.
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. . .they're under a gag order. Well that's absurd. Who's running the show, Kim Jong-Il? Why can't the innocents talk? What are they trying to cover up? Why do they feel the need to corral in the band? Either crimes were committed or they weren't. There's no place in a free society to demand that people be silent.
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Supersoaker for sure. . . But instead of icewater, I'd go for something with a scent.
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The Unofficial Wes Helms Appreciation Thread!
JimH5 replied to brewcrewreview's topic in Milwaukee Brewers Talk
The irony of Wes Helms playing a role in the Brewers getting the Wild Card. . .Very funny. Was Jeffrey Hammonds in the stands? -
I'm not feeling the least bit sorry. I never like to see someone fail, but this was all on him. He seemed to be the most tightly wound, humorless, thin-skinned, never-make-a-mistake-you-can-admit-to kind of guy. Honestly, the best of luck to him with the rest of his life, and maybe he'll adjust some of the aspects of his personality I found so unpleasant.
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I've ripped Sheets in the past, and will not shed many tears if he's on another team next year. But I give him a pass on this game. They're sputtering on fumes, trying anything and everything to get that Wild Card, and he took the ball today and did the best that he could with a bad arm. He wasn't thinking about his next contract. He could have worsened his injury. He gave it a go and came up short. Much like Tom Glavine on last year's Mets team, when he got rocked in the finale, Sheets just didn't have it. I'll give a guy a break if he tries for the Kirk Gibson/Willis Reed moment, even if he fails.
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You're absolutely right. . .my mistake. It must have been Motrin or Advil. . . Thanks for the correction.
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Framing for your Autographed 8x10's 16x20's
JimH5 replied to BrewCrew25's topic in Milwaukee Brewers Talk
I would imagine that an independent framing shop might sell you some moulding or other components. Maybe a Fast Frame or other local place. They might want to make an easy sale with some profit on the goods. . . -
Framing for your Autographed 8x10's 16x20's
JimH5 replied to BrewCrew25's topic in Milwaukee Brewers Talk
For a point of reference, a professionally done, double matted 8x10 photo with a cutout for a signature--total framed piece sized to around 11x14 or 12x15 with UV Tru-Vu conservation glass is between $125 and $160, depending on where you get it done. That's with a fairly inexpensive piece of Bendix (now Larson-Juhl) wood moulding. -
http://link.brightcove.co...329255460/bctid1332234594 Here's a link that I think should work to provide a short video on the technique. Part of the problem is in wearing mesh running shoes, in that the mesh stretches over time, so the shoes that fit fine when you bought them stretch to be a little too big, creating lots of slipping in the heel. You can tell when you pull your laces really tight, and the top part of the shoes nearly come together in the middle over the tongue. It's nearly impossible to draw newer stiffer shoes that tight. The same lack of support happens in wearing shoes with insoles that are worn. . .or in wearing flipflop sandals too often. Another good insole that I've worn is Spenco. I just can't see spending $250 on a pair of orthotics. Maybe my problems haven't been as bad as other people, but my cheaper solutions have suited me fine.
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I've had all the symptoms of plantar fasciitis in the past. I've never been diagnosed, but I've read about it and spoken with trainers, and they seem to think that's the issue. It's essentially pain in the arch and instep of my left foot, which originates at the heel. It started when I was more of an athlete than I am now, running several times per week. I got the best relief when I employed four specific things before running. 1. Ibuprofen (Tylenol) to reduce swelling 2. Ice Therapy. I filled a 20 oz. plastic coke bottle with water and kept it in the freezer. I would roll the ice bottle under my feet for 5 minutes or so. 3. Tape. I would use cloth athletic tape on the bottom of my foot to provide support for the heel. It took some trial and error to get it so I could run with a taped foot. It couldn't be too tight, or that would be problematic as well. 4. Relaced my shoes. A good runner's shop will show you how to lace your shoes so they provide the most support for your feet. On occasion, I've also replaced some of the worn insoles of shoes. I have used the green Superfeet brand, and they work okay, but not as well as the trainer's tape. I don't think I'd opt for the more expensive solution until you try some or all of the cheaper ones. You can get a 6-pack of tape for less than $10, and that should last several months. Good luck!
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Framing for your Autographed 8x10's 16x20's
JimH5 replied to BrewCrew25's topic in Milwaukee Brewers Talk
I'll concur on the quality of the matting. I have a couple of photos printed on quality photo paper that became noticably discolored because I didn't use acid-free matting. The damage was done in less than 10 years. I am also a proponent of using UV shielding glass. Fading will occur over time without it. -
He seems to be a pretty reluctant signer, and will only do them occasionally. I wouldn't expect to have lots of opportunities to get him--and these prices seem pretty consistent with what he gets at other signings.
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Vince Young thinks Ben Sheets isn't a gamer.
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You'll get your revenge when he gets brain cancer from the phone, and mouth and lung cancer from the cigar! Any chance he was drinking Chinese baby formula from a Nalgene water bottle? You see, it all evens out. . .
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The "How the Brewers Make Me Feel" PHOTO thread
JimH5 replied to DougJones43's topic in Milwaukee Brewers Talk
They make me feel like this: http://graphics8.nytimes.com/packages/images/sports/year_in_sports/photos/11.12.jpg -
It's great to get emotionally involved in sports. We want "our guys" to beat "their guys" and it's fun to pour our hearts into their successes and failures. Part of the reason baseball became the nation's sport years ago was to numb the pain of the great depression, and to serve as a diversion. But when the diversion becomes more important that our regular lives, or when it gets out of hand with violence, or drinking, or gambling, or creating a wedge with our families, then it's time to step back and reassess. Congrats on your decision to step back, and I hope to read your posts after your hiatus.
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The Yost firing is great news! There is still hope for the season. . .
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Victory is mine. For today, I consider myself the Big Z of Brewerfan.net. Time to bust off a few teeth.
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Are they the Lehman brothers?
