1. Although it's frustrating at times, I am firmly behind Todd Lickliter, and I still believe he will do great things at the University of Iowa. There are signs of progress, but I feel the program is still a year or two away from being back to respectability. I maintain that Iowa will struggle, both in and out of the Big 10, with no inside presence.
2. Plaza Jalisco is the best Mexican joint in the area. We went there last night, and it was packed. The food is fresh (unlike many area Mexican joints), and they even throw in a free little dessert. The staff is friendly. Try it if you haven't already.
3. Being a parent has been the biggest challenge of my life, and at the same time, the most rewarding experience of my life.
4. Milton Bradley was recently signed by the Chicago Cubs. This is the same guy who tore his ACL while arguing with an umpire, and attempted to confront a KC Royals after a game because he was watching the game from the clubhouse and didn't like what the guy had to say about him. He's also his 7th team since 2000, so he's not exactly a uniter in the clubhouse. I'm sure he'll be terrific for team chemistry...
5. It snows a lot in the winter. Snow on the roads leads to auto accidents. Auto accidents leads to a lot of work for the Bibguy. The Bibguy has been crazy busy lately. He hopes the snow stops one day, and people learn to cope with driving on the snow. He realizes the former will happen, while the latter will never take place.
6. The Bibguy is a better guitar player than you. Not being cocky - just being honest. If you don't believe me, I challenge you to a duel. With guitars - not swords or guns.
7. I think Shonn Greene will be drafted lower than most people expect. And I think he'll be a steal in the 3rd-4th round, which I think is where he'll go. The NFL likes to ignore game film, and likes to focus on how fast a guy runs the 40 yard dash in shorts. I wouldn't be surprised if, given the right situation, he's a starter in the NFL from day one.
8. I'm excited for some decent weather so I can smoke something in my smoker. On a side note, I'm glad smoking has been banned from public establishments.
9. The Bibguy has watched about 30 seconds of NBA basketball this winter, which is more than a lot of people I know. I was a HUGE NBA fan growing up, but have lost almost all interest in pro basketball. Part of the reason is 'trimming branches' as I get older and have more responsibilities, part of the reason is no more MJ, and I think the style of play is complete garbage. Maybe someday I'd start watching again if Iowa players got drafted more than, you know, once every 10 years or so...
10. I have completely wasted 5-10 minutes of your life reading my meaningless, sporadic blog. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
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Just seeing if you got your check from Plaza Jalisco yet. Jayne and I went on your recommendation the day we read this. It was not packed but the food WAS good. There were some drunk ass Iowans making a fool of themselves and cussing (even the queen mother) in front of children at neighboring tables. But the burrito colorado and steak fajitas we had were definitely delish. We'd been wanting to go for a while and finally followed through when a man in a bib persuaded us. Their "atmosphere" could definitely use more kick. It felt very temporary.
Yes, the "atmosphere" leaves A LOT to be desired. If you could combine Plaza Jalisco's food w/ Iguana's flair, then you would have one heck of a Mexican place.
Iguana's prices, food, service, and waitstaff don't compare to Jalisco. The only thing they have that's better is colorful paint and goofy Mexican stuff on the wall.
I'll take good food over "flair" anyday.
Unless I'm going to Chotchkies, of course...then I want some flair!
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