Rocky V

The Scene was set. Tommy Gunn, new heavyweight world champion has been goaded by his promoter to prove his worthiness by defeating his one-time trainer, Rocky Balboa. In a street brawl, the two opponents meet. Although Rocky has been known as the "greatest", Tommy seems to have the upper hand in this fight, repeatedly, knocking Rocky down. We don't see Rocky's fire until one time, as he lies on the ground, blood pooling from numerous orifices, that he reflects on his trainer, Mickey, telling him"Get up, Ya Bum!" Rocky does indeed get up and proves himself again to defeat Tommy Gunn on the mean streets of Philidelphia.

Get up, ya bum. That's what my wife says to me in order to encourage me to post another blog.

Despite what she may lead you to believe, I am not in favor of deceiving our as-of-yet unborn child about the best hockey team to cheer for. I know that I will be able to turn back the pages of history and say, "In the Year 2006, Edmonton Oilers, although barely making it into the playoffs, were able to bring back Canada's glory, the Lord Stanley's Cup. A feat which your mother's team, the Flames, were not able to do in 2004."

You have to admit, The Oilers have proven themselves no "fluke" team as someone I know (Nathan) would like to believe. They now look to take the Western Conference with ease from the struggling Ducks. I would honestly like to know what everyone's opinion will be when the Oilers go all the way, and I prove myself a prophet with my declaration of the Oilers being the Stanley Cup Champions for 2006! It will be interesting to say the least. I know I'll have an email for Nathan.

Well, I suppose there's more out there than hockey at the moment. Some would try and convince me that having a baby might even be more important, although I'm not convinced yet.

For those who are wondering, yes Meg is doing fine. There's nothing major to report in fact. It still doesn't even feel like we're pregnant, really. All that assures us that we are is two blue lines on a little test. Not a lot more though. We're eager to post the Ultrasound photos on here when we have them done, although we'll be keeping the sex a surprise, to be sure.

Well, that's a quick update for ya. Thanks for all your comments!

Clarification

Hello all,

We've just booked in for our 18 week ultrasound on June 19th so we'll be able to see this little baby, which is very exciting.

Now, just to clear up and clarify something...

Our baby WILL BE a CALGARY FLAMES FAN!!!

An Extension...

I'm sure that most people have become aware of this but I though I'd put a public annoucement out there in case we missed anyone.



And the news is?....

Meg is 12 weeks pregnant!

Which outs the arrival date around November 16th

So Meg and I are pregnant...
Renting out the guest room
The Pop Secret is in the microwave
Losing the immunity challenge
Moving the Baby 1.0 prototype into production
Spinning off a wholly-owned subsidiary
Got a three-month pass for the morning porcelain express
Secured a beachhead on the shores of the Uterine Sea
Bun in the oven
On stork watch
Eating for two
In the family way


I'll let you know, Meg is feeling fine and healthy...and out first ultra sound is next week. OOOOhhh. Should be exciting!

and let the comments come!

Finally!

Well, I think I've allowed enough time to get the answers from everyone. I hope you had some fun checking it all out.

1. Field Hockey
2.Cuff Links
3. Anything goes
4. Conklin
5.Toyota Corolla
6. Mel Borhot
7. Calgary flames 6-5
8.Wangaratta
9. Azhia Lily Claridge
10. Banff
11. The answer to this...Yes of course!
12. Russia
13. Vanuatu
14. Star Wars, Princess Bride, Narnia
15. The Dream of Hockey Gold in 2006
And the Bonus Question....Grandma Dyck
and the Bonus Bonus Question???



And I have to annouce the winners...wheich turned out to be a tie between...Mom and Dad! Of course they would have to win...they did bring me into life..I suppose it's only fair...



Now, I would be remiss if I didn't point something out here. This last week, there has been some good news around. I don't want to to say I told you so, but I did predict it.

Let's name the Canadian Teams still competing in Stanley Cup playoffs...And let's only count the teams that actualy have a chance...Oh...well...I guess...that leaves...the Mighty Mighty Edmonton Oilers, defeating the holders of the Presidents Trophy, the number one team, the Detroit Red wings, sending shock waves all through the NHL. And you know what the best part is?

The best isn't that Oilers have a strategy where they don't have to rely on one player to support the team...cough coughIginla....we can pull up players like Pisani and Hemsky in Game 6 to score the goals, while Smyth, Horcoff, Moreau, Peca, Pronger, Spacek, Dvorak, Torres can wait for their turn to shine another game. Even Rolloson stepped up his game to be "The number 1 Oiler in the playoffs" as quoted by Calgary's Fan 960.
The best part isn't the fact that a number 8 team defeated a number 1 team to convincingly advance to round two.
The best part isn't the fact that Calgary bombed out with the other top 2 teams in the league to hit the greens...

You know what the best part is?

The best part is that I documented it all in my previous blog and predicted it would come this way. Edmonton Oilers going for the CUP!!! Yeah!


Signing off...one very happy, NON-bandwagon fan!