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      Spring will bring plenty of sports action

      February 28, 2013 /

      February is always a dead zone for sports. After the Super Bowl, we’re left with college basketball, which is watched by very few people until March Madness kicks in, and the middle of the NBA season, which provides absolutely zero drama other than the perpetual soap opera in LA with the Lakers. Hockey isn’t even worth mentioning.

      In many ways this is a welcome break as we can focus on other things, though that’s hard to do if you’re living up north battling snow storms. It’s a good time to get caught up on some books you want to read, or perhaps you can spend more time with your family. Frankly, you should earn some points with your wife or girlfriend during this time of year so they don’t bother you as much when the really good stuff hits.

      So the upcoming flurry of compelling sports events that arrive every year around this time will be a huge lift for tons of fans looking to get back in front of the TV. We can expect traffic at fantasy sports sites and sports betting sites to skyrocket as events like The Masters, baseball’s Opening Day and March Madness start to fill up Sportscenter highlights.

      Even though I don’t watch a ton of golf, I’ve always paid attention to The Masters since Larry Mize made that incredible chip shot in sudden death to win the 1987 Masters over The Shark. The look on Greg Norman’s face was priceless. Of course, he had more disappointments in the future, losing in heartbreaking fashion to Nick Faldo as well, so Norman never got his own green jacket.

      The Larry Mize win was a thrilling moment, and this year we’ll have the perpetual debate as to whether Tiger Woods is really back. The interest in every golf event spikes if Tiger has a chance to win, and I fully expect him to be there on Sunday this year. Enjoy!

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      Games for the Sports Game Party

      February 7, 2013 /


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      College students looking to have fun and support their team cannot always attend live games. For those college kids who couldn’t grab Michigan Wolverines or Duke Blue Devils basketball tickets (or other school with high school spirit), throwing a party for the game is a great alternative. When throwing a sports party, games can last for hour with many breaks in between. The real question is, what is to be done during those breaks and after the game? Drinking games are a great way to get people to mingle and stay entertained. Below are few games that can liven up any sports party.

      Beer Pong

      This has become quite a popular party game. Only four people can play at one time in two teams of two, but the game can continue as a tournament. A long table is needed to set up ten cups in a pyramid fashion on either end. Players throw a ping pong ball in hopes of clearing the cups opposite them, thus getting the other team to drink more. Since this game takes up lots of room it is one that can easily be watched by other party goers.

      Quarters

      For this game only shot glasses and quarters are needed. The number of glasses and quarters are adjusted to how many players there are. This game is generally played around a table, so seating can limit number of players. Players attempt to bounce the quarter of the table into the shot glass. The glass can only be passed to the next player when the shot has been made. If a player is passed over during their turn they must drink. This is a fast paced game that may be better earlier in the night rather than later.

      Battle Shots

      This is a game changes a simple child’s board game into a fun drinking game. This game can be played on the original Battleships game board or an at home DIY board. The instructions are the same as the regular board game except a shot is to be taken when a ship is hit. Shots of beer or smaller shots of liquor can be used depending on the time of night and state of drunkenness desired.

      Get the Dealer

      This is a very simple card game that can be played with any amount of people. One person starts with a deck of cards and participants guess the top card. If the first guess is wrong the dealer will say higher or lower. If the guesser is wrong they drink, if they are correct the dealer must drink. The deck of cards is passed to the next dealer when three players in a row guess incorrectly. Get the dealer is both simple and fun.

      Categories

      Categories is a flexible card game with lots of variety. Players simply draw a card; each card is given a meaning, really a mini game in itself. Categories are written down so the key can always be referenced. There are so many different options for categories that the game will never be the same twice. This also allows party guests to contribute their own categories or rules to the game.

      Playing the different games is just a part of the party. Getting all the friends and fellow schoolmates together and supporting your teams is what it’s all about. Grab some quarters. Grab some ping pong balls. Grab some good drinks and food, and the party will be set for the night.

      Lifestyle

      How to Choose Valentine’s Day Flowers for Your Woman

      February 5, 2013 /


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      Americans are predicted to spend more than a billion dollars on this Valentine’s Day on flowers alone! That shows how important of a part are flowers of the whole Valentine’s Day celebrations. If you’re planning to give flowers to your sweetheart on this special day, then this article will help you choose the right ones.

      Choosing Flowers for Your Woman

      Flowers are a great way to bring out your true feelings, but in order to do that perfectly you need to make sure your gesture is taken the right way. Here are a few things you should keep in mind when selecting flowers for your woman…

      1. Ask yourself, do you want to send a single flower or a bouquet? Go for the right option depending on what stage your relationship is and the kind of comfort level you share with her.

      2. Make sure you check out the meaning of the flowers before you jump in. For example, Red Tulips are given when you want to declare your love and a single rose is about keeping things simple.

      3. Keep in mind that cheap doesn’t always mean bad, and expensive doesn’t always mean good. So choose the flowers based on quality rather than money.

      Popular Valentine’s Day Flowers

      There are many flowers that are seen as the right option for Valentine’s Day. Given below are some flowers that are highly popular on this day…

      #1: Red Roses

      Red roses top the list when it comes to the most popular flower exchanged on Valentine’s Day. Since red is the color of romance, passion and excitement, you could go for red roses if your relationship is firm and stable. A good way to give red roses is to have them delivered as a surprise to your loved one’s doorstep.

      #2: White, Pink, Yellow Roses

      While red roses are definitely popular, roses in other colors like pink, yellow and white are also not behind with more than 30 percent consumers choosing them. Understand that different colors denote different meanings. While pink means gratitude/thanks, yellow signifies warmth/affection. White on the other hand denotes purity/innocence.

      #3: Tulips, Lilies and Carnations

      You can buy Tulips on Valentine’s Day if you want to show deep respect for your love and/or marriage, since it’s a symbol of perfect/unchanging love. Carnations are popular because of their fragrance and lilies are exchanged to show love, friendship and prosperity.

      Valentine’s Day is a day when you have the opportunity to make your loved one feel special like never before. If you happen to be buying a gift for a special someone who does not have a favorite flower then consider a different sort of green gift from a site like ProPlants. Gifts don’t have to be flowers and getting a plant that can live inside the house or transplanted outdoors will be a gift that lasts years instead of a week or two.

      Lifestyle

      How to Really Love Your Girlfriend

      January 2, 2013 /

      Men have spent centuries trying to figure the complex female mind and desires. He spends his time and money attempting to win her heart, and feels like the luckiest guy in the world once he succeeds. You can be that guy if you learn a few ways to show the girl in your life that you really love her.

      Make a Regular Date Night

      She deserves a man that loves her and wants to show her off to anybody and everybody. Schedule regular date nights with her. Go to dinner together, see the latest movie and go dancing. It doesn’t really matter what you do as long as you’re doing it. She will love that you’re taking her out and showing that you’re invested in spending time with her. You don’t always have to go out. Sometimes you can stay in with her too. The key is that the two of you are together.

      Buy Her Nice Things

      Every girl loves it when the man in her life buys her nice things. Truly succeeding at this requires that you pay attention to her. What does she like? Figure out her interests and buy something around that. She may like jewelry, but if she mentioned a favorite book that she’s loved since childhood, lean more toward the sentimental. Find a first edition or signed copy of it. Things like this will mean far more to her in the long run. It shows your love, and that you listen to even the seemingly little things.

      Share Your Heart With Her

      A girl adores a man that know how to express himself. This doesn’t mean that you have to be feminine or girly. It simply means that you share with her the important aspects of your life. She wants to know why your job means so much to you. Tell her things about your past. It shows that you’re willing and ready to share every aspect of your life with her: past, present and future.

      Do Something Over and Beyond

      Sometimes, you need to make grand gestures of your love for her. It’s a wonderful thing when a man is willing to go above and beyond the call of duty. So, whip out that straight razor shaving kit, get dressed up and give her a night to remember. These are the types of dates you see from those dapper men in romance movies. You can be that guy, if even for a few nights in the year.

      Make your girlfriend feel like the luckiest girl in the world by showing her just how much you love her on a daily basis. It’s the key to lasting, passionate relationships.

      Lifestyle, Shop Talk

      The Key to Becoming a Much Better Bluffer

      December 21, 2012 /

      In poker, as in life, you can’t always show what you’re thinking. The barbershop is an excellent place to observe aversive behavior and become a student of human character. Those individuals unhappy with their haircuts will show false contentment to the barber in order to avoid an awkward moment. When the stakes are high in a poker game, it’s especially important to bluff your heart out. Whether you play with the boys in the man cave, a tricked out casino, or an online forum, you have to know how to bluff.

      The Tell Tattletale

      Everyone has a tell. Your buddy has one and you do too. All of your opponents betray themselves; you’re looking for theirs and they’re looking for yours. To bluff successfully, you have to recognize your own tell. Play with someone you trust and ask them for hints about the things you do when you have a hot hand or a losing bet. You also want to discover how you behave when you’re bluffing.

      Maybe you’re planning to down load online poker US games and play over the Internet. Your tell is still important because they’re not all physical. If you get overzealous when you’re bluffing, you might bet so high that even faceless opponents recognize your behavioral patterns. If you don’t know your own tells, you cannot properly bluff.

      The Bluff Hierarchy

      You also need to understand the different bluffs. Most players agree that there are two kinds: the half-bluff, or the semi, and the whole-bluff, or the pure. A half-bluff occurs when you have a moderately good hand but feel like it will improve further in the game. If you’re playing Hold ‘Em, for instance, you’re confident that the flop will ultimately improve your hand.

      When you engage in a pure bluff, you have a horrible hand. It’s awful and you know it’s awful, nothing will make it any better, but you stay in the game anyway. You are either very brave or very skilled and, to win, you’ll have to have a lot of luck or a perfect bluff. See? The whole-bluff is why it’s so important to recognize your own tells.

      The Fine Art of Timing

      There are good and bad times to bluff, of course. When should you bluff? Although it all depends on your hand, confidence, and skill, only do it if your position is late; never do it as the first bettor. The cards you show have to look strong as well, and your poker face should look flawless. Ideally, you should only face one of your opponents and you have to recognize everyone’s tells. Otherwise, abandon the bluff.

      Bluffing successfully takes practice and skill. The more you play, the better you bluff, and the more you ultimately win.

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