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It took me almost a full year to warm up to Cincinnati. It's a city that has its problems, but has also come a long way in the last couple years. I think now that they've built up the commercial and living areas down by the stadiums, there is much more of a draw to DT. Over the Rhine, which is Downtown as well, has grown big time. Lots of cool new local restaurants and bars. It's finally cool to live Downtown in Cincinnati in a few areas so the DT is starting to have some life. When I first moved there, it was pretty dead, but I think it's on the upswing. The Casino may have helped with that as well.....but not sure if that will be good or bad in the long run. The one thing I do have to say about Cinci is the people there are truly friendly. It's a great mix of Midwestern people with southern hospitality.

Ok, I lived in Cinci for two years and just left so I will give you my thoughts. Don't eat at Skyline or another chili place. That's kind of like visiting the US and going to McDonalds. Cheezwhizhead said it best, they are known for it because it's spaghetti, but to outsiders, it's pretty weird and it's fast food. Instead of Nada (which is good) go to the hip Mexican place DT, which is one of my favorites there, Bakersfield. Awesome atmosphere, everyone is having fun there, street tacos, awesome queso starter, Great Margaritas, Pabst in a boot! Nuff said. http://www.bakersfieldotr.com/ Over the Rhine is where this place is located and has really come a long way in the last few years. You will enjoy this area for food and drinks. Another place for breakfast right there in OTR is Taste of Belgium http://www.authenticwaffle.com/ Had my first chicken and waffles there and it was awesome. Again, cool young vibe there. Yard house is cool, I also really like Moreline Lager House, which is the same type of vibe. This one is right next to the stadium, yard house is a few blocks down, closer to the football stadium. Both overlook the river and are good and packed before and after games. Montgomery Inn, very solid if you want a big meat dinner! Cool location right on the river. My last recommendation is Mt Adams. I spent some solid afternoons up there, having a few beers. I think it gets a little crazier at night, but during the day it's great. There are several bars and places to eat. Mt Adams Bar and Grill, very good lunch spot. http://www.mtadamsbarandgrill.com/ If you love, chill Irish Pubs, Crowleys is the place! Neighborhood vibe in there, bring your dog, sure come on in. Monks Cove...it's an island bar, hole in the wall, in the middle of Cincinnati. Tiny, but I always enjoyed grabbing a beer and a random weird shot there. Ok that's enough for now. But Mt Adams = good time, Bakersfield...I miss this place so much, Taste of Belgium a great way to start the day.

Unfortunately, the seafood place by me only has ocean fish. I'm guessing living on the East Coast, it's all about ocean fish, not fresh water, so no walleye or perch. I've been thinking of going with Halibut, but wonder if I shouldn't deep fry that. It seems too good to do that! I guess I can just ask them right at the source, what they think would be best.

For kicks, the wife and I are going to do a WI fish fry because I think the bible states we must eat fish today. Not living in WI anymore, I don't have any fish in my freezer. I hate that! Anyway, I was curious what my best bet is for a substitute for good old WI pan fish? I do a breading, not a batter, for my fish fry. Any input on this would be great!

Agreed, tremendous.

Ah yes, Kevin, a real Mensch.

Haven't seen this answered yet, but if he spends the whole time up for us this year, can he be sent to the minors next year?

The only hotel I know for sure that was good was the Hilton, right downtown. Stayed there a few years back before we moved to Cincinnati. Valet parking, cool restaurant, old school atmosphere. That said, it may be a little expensive for your company, not sure what the rates are. My other suggestion is grabbing a hotel across the river in Newport KY. There is some cool stuff down there and you can just walk across the bridge to get to the ballpark and all the bars around it. If you give me a little more information on what type of vibe you are looking for, I can maybe help you out a little more.

I want him on the squad big time. I agree, protect him early and hopefully we can keep him all year. What happens next year? Can he be dfa'd?

I don't mind them. Wow Ovies has hit two shots and resulted in two double plays.

DatHoser - ok ok, I'll chime in. After a 3 year hiatus, I found a pick up basketball game to play in. Because of moving, I don't really know that many people, so I haven't found a game until now. It's been great to get back on the court and run around. That said, my body is not super happy about it (bad knee, sore back). Raindrops!

Facebook It's a joke and I don't know why I don't just get rid of it. The timeline has become the email forward of the early/mid 2000's. I rarely check it now and if I do, I try not to look at the timeline.

Nice double steal Ron! I love when these games are on mlb.tv, even if I can't catch much of it.

Boy, I think if you get after them, they will refund. I don't think there is anyway they could put that on you. At least just charge you for this month since you technically had service. I would demand a refund, you should get it. Tell them you'll pay for this month or ST package they have.

True that! Still some of my favorite movies of all time and totally stand the test of time.

Homer, where is the DVD thread??? Probably right in front of my face but I couldn't find it.

I highly doubt any player took PEDs just to recover from injury. Well Braun is always dinged up so there is probably some truth to that! I'm sorry but that's just the easy way out. You admit to a little bit to get people to forgive you. It's like the guy who cheats on his wife all the time, gets caught in a lie, and admits only to it happening once so he can get forgiveness.

Braun must have found a different guy to get his PEDs from. (in blue)

I pretty much always take the day off and throw some brats on the grill and watch baseball all day. It's a great day, that's for sure.

Man, I keep thinking about him and how much he did. I mean he has so many good movies that he put his hand on. I'm trying to think, the only other person that maybe had influence on more of my favorite movies would be John Hughes. I've never thought of him in that light, but really, he's pretty amazing.

Question. What will RRR call Lyle Overbay? I thought about this while reading the article about him today. It's a tricky one for Ron. Lyle-y Overbay-y Over-y (yes, I meant to do that) I feel like he probably has sat in his bed at night with some pen and paper and worked on this one.

I don't think Braun will regress because of losing skill or power with no PEDs. I do however fear he will have nagging injuries several times this year. I don't think it's because he's not on PEDs, but more because he's always had them and he's older and lastly, he won't have the extra help to get him recovered. The thumb is also bothering me. I think if you projected out his numbers to a full season, he would be sitting around his average, no big drop off. I think he misses time so I say: .305/.360 25 HR 100 RBI

Dang.

I really never have issues with MLB.tv. As long as your internet speed is good, it will be great. The reason I like MLB.tv is because you can bring it with you wherever you go. I watch on my ipad, iphone, laptop, and on my tv. I love having the audio with me when I'm out for a run or walk. I love being able to bring my ipad if we go on vacation and watch games. I'm sure you can probably do some of that with the directv app, but I just love the flexibility of MLB.tv. This will be my third year and I can't see doing anything else in the near future. Don't think I really have buffering issues. Every once and awhile the picture quality hops out of hd for 30 sec but that's not too often. I think it's typically only 5-10 seconds behind if I had to guess. Maybe not even that much. I can't remember the commercial situation. It usually says commercial break on the screen but if i think they may have started to throw a few commercials in each break.

I don't get too bummed after an athletic event too often these days but both of the hockey losses sucked to watch.