Colleen Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 Shock! Horror! My dearth of participation on this board, as evidenced by my stagnant post count, has me edging ever closer to Page 2. I must engage! Discuss! Debate! Alas, my life at this point revolves around one primary topic. The topic. The World Cup. Is there life beyond it? I think not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabeline Posted June 20, 2010 Share Posted June 20, 2010 :lol: Nice to see you, Colleen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Shock! Horror! My dearth of participation on this board, as evidenced by my stagnant post count, has me edging ever closer to Page 2. I must engage! Discuss! Debate! Alas, my life at this point revolves around one primary topic. The topic. The World Cup. Is there life beyond it? I think not. Quick! Post, post!! Do you know I have to get up at FOUR IN THE MORNING to watch the Algeria v. US game live? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pqr Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Quick! Post, post!! Do you know I have to get up at FOUR IN THE MORNING to watch the Algeria v. US game live? Fortunately I can watch at a more civilized hour, your dedication is commendable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnitWit Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Totally with you on the World Cup addiction! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Quick! Post, post!! I'm thinking, I'm thinking. Stop stressing me out! Do you know I have to get up at FOUR IN THE MORNING to watch the Algeria v. US game live? This of course begs the question...why do you care about the Algeria v. US game?;) The first game of the day is at 4:30 am here. I've done it. It actually makes for a decent routine: Watch the 4:30 am game. Go for a run. Have breakfast and watch the 7:00 am game. Do something else while keeping an eye on the clock. Have lunch and watch the 11:30 am game. Rinse and repeat.:tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Quick! Post, post!! Do you know I have to get up at FOUR IN THE MORNING to watch the Algeria v. US game live? The other choice is to just stay up all night... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 The other choice is to just stay up all night... Btdt...:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 The games are at 7:30, 10:30 and 2:30 for us. We have either watched or fast forwarded through all of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Nice to see you Colleen The other choice is to just stay up all night... That would be the way I did it if I were interested. Should I be ashamed to admit I don't know what sport the World Cup is for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Btdt...:) Wait, are we talking about soccer or your college days? You went to school in NO, Right? :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I'm thinking, I'm thinking. Stop stressing me out! :D This of course begs the question...why do you care about the Algeria v. US game?;) It's a good question, especially after we got ROBBED in our last game! The first game of the day is at 4:30 am here. I've done it. It actually makes for a decent routine: Watch the 4:30 am game. Go for a run. Have breakfast and watch the 7:00 am game. Do something else while keeping an eye on the clock. Have lunch and watch the 11:30 am game. Rinse and repeat.:tongue_smilie: I just need more sleep than I used to, back in the day. I get cranky. Nobody on the board likes it when I'm cranky, never mind in my house. :lol: Should I be ashamed to admit I don't know what sport the World Cup is for? :eek: The other choice is to just stay up all night... See the above comment on needing more sleep these days. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicole M Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 This is as close to following the world cup as I can get: Nice to see you, Colleen! You're lucky you have the game to distract you from this wretched, wretched weather we're having. Grr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Wait, are we talking about soccer or your college days? You went to school in NO, Right? :lol: Both. Yep.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 This is as close to following the world cup as I can get:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE-1RPDqJAY Oh, my good grief. A pox on you, woman! That was rilly annoying, if I do say so myself.:tongue_smilie: You're lucky you have the game to distract you from this wretched, wretched weather we're having. Grr. Oh, yes, speaking of annoying. June gloom indeed. Granted, yesterday was pleasant. I s'pose two pleasant days in a row would be too much to ask. Harrumph! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Should I be ashamed to admit I don't know what sport the World Cup is for? In a word...yes.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 It's a good question, especially after we got ROBBED in our last game! Ah, but in order to be robbed you must have something worth stealing. Say, a team that can actually play a full 90 minutes. Ahem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 (edited) Ah, but in order to be robbed you must have something worth stealing. Say, a team that can actually play a full 90 minutes. Ahem. At least they aren't the French team. ;) eta: I would like to add that their problem in the field is the same as many big college football teams. Quit going for the big play and just move the ball down the field! QUIT KICKING IT TOWARD YOUR GOAL! Sheesh, I gripe at my kids for that! Edited June 21, 2010 by Mrs Mungo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Oh, my. Did anyone see the 2 players in the Japan-Netherlands game exchange jerseys right after their game? That was so sweet! I hadn't seen that before...made me happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 the French team Ah, but it's so sweet when the team I love to mock provides so much fodder... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 At least they aren't the French team. ;) eta: I would like to add that their problem in the field is the same as many big college football teams. Quit going for the big play and just move the ball down the field! QUIT KICKING IT TOWARD YOUR GOAL! Sheesh, I gripe at my kids for that! That sounds like unsinkable's ice hockey game plan for winning: Shootandshootandshootandshootandshootandshoot because eventually we will score. Repeat until the game is over and we have won. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 That sounds like unsinkable's ice hockey game plan for winning: Shootandshootandshootandshootandshootandshoot because eventually we will score. Repeat until the game is over and we have won. Exactly! Turn and SHOOT! If 14 year old girls can get the concept, what is the problem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 You know what's scary? This guy is a half dozen years older than your Mac. :eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Oh, my. Did anyone see the 2 players in the Japan-Netherlands game exchange jerseys right after their game? That was so sweet! I hadn't seen that before...made me happy! Oh, yes, it's very nice to see players exchange jerseys. Very nice indeed.;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Oh, yes, it's very nice to see players exchange jerseys. Very nice indeed.;) Eww, that is so gross. I am assuming by exchange you mean they took it off and handed it to the other guy. Ewwwwww! How about giving someone a nice clean jersey from the duffle bag? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Quit going for the big play and just move the ball down the field! Yes ~ more teamwork, more passing. Yet even the "big play" mentality is over-shadowed by a general lethargy. There's a notable lack of and offense permeating this World Cup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I had to go search for what you meant by page 1. Like competition? Are you ladies going to exchange shirts, keyboards or some other token as a display of respect? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Yes ~ more teamwork, more passing. Yet even the "big play" mentality is over-shadowed by a general lethargy. There's a notable lack of and offense permeating this World Cup. I agree, especially where the US is concerned. I don't know WHAT is going on with our mid-field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 I had to go search for what you meant by page 1. Like competition? Are you ladies going to exchange shirts, keyboards or some other token as a display of respect? Nope, no competition. Shirt exchanges...now there's a thought. But we may not have the six-packs for it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 I agree, especially where the US is concerned. I don't know WHAT is going on with our mid-field. You mean aside from the fact that we don't have we don't have any?;) I just can't take the U.S. seriously when it comes to international play. Of course, the MLS does provide a safe haven for Euro players who are passing their prime... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crissy Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 So, that's what it takes to get you back, eh? ;) So good to see you! Eww, that is so gross. I am assuming by exchange you mean they took it off and handed it to the other guy. Ewwwwww! How about giving someone a nice clean jersey from the duffle bag? LOL! The last thing athletes are worried about is a little sweat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamela H in Texas Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Hey! I *did* fall off page one! My goodness! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Marple Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I had to go search for what you meant by page 1. So...could ya like explain it to me...:001_huh: I'm feeling particularly dense right now. I've been working on pharmacy continuing education all day...feeling the need to exercise another part of my brain :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 So...could ya like explain it to me...:001_huh: I'm feeling particularly dense right now. I've been working on pharmacy continuing education all day...feeling the need to exercise another part of my brain :tongue_smilie: Click on the "community" menu at the top of the page, click "members list" in the pop-up menu. Click where it says "posts," this will sort the members by number of posts. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I already slid off it - now falling, falling, FALLING down the second page. My avatar's hair is standing on end in horror. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Marple Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Wow~! Who knew that capability existed!?! I have yet to tap the wealth of this forum's ability! :D PSA: I'm falling off page 5 :ohmy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 I'm falling off page 5 :ohmy: A sure sign you're spending too much time on this continuing education nonsense.;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 So, that's what it takes to get you back, eh? Yes, where soccer players exchange jerseys, I am there. I'm very sacrificial that way.;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Meanwhile, I am creeping up the list. Slow and steady wins the race. Of course, it helps when the high preformers don't show up. ;) I have missed you. Good to see you back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiguirre Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I'm so glad Brasil hasn't gone the way of the other "powerhouse" teams. My dh is a long-time Germany fan, and lets just say he's been grumpy. This has been a very exciting World Cup, even though I'm usually watching alone instead of in an enthusiastic crowd of people. At least I don't have to get up at the crack of dawn to listen to Fernando Fiore et al. I'm not sure I could take a vuvuzela at 4 am. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 You know what's scary? This guy is a half dozen years older than your Mac. :eek: But is he older than this Mac? Good to "see" you, Colleen. My dh's for Portugal, but I don't even know their standing. Ha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsabelC Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 The World What? :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Glad to see you, Colleen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newlifemom Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 OT a little, but I am on page 4! Now back to your soccer. :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaNurse Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Shock! Horror! My dearth of participation on this board, as evidenced by my stagnant post count, has me edging ever closer to Page 2. I must engage! Discuss! Debate! Alas, my life at this point revolves around one primary topic. The topic. The World Cup. Is there life beyond it? I think not. I've been here a while, but am an infrequent poster. I'm just sliding in here to say hello. When I saw your location, I immediately knew you must have been from the B'ham area. My hubby participated in the kayak portion of ski-to-sea 15-ish years ago...pre-kids...when we lived in Seattle. We're now a little south of B'ham and several of my friends are dairy farmers (most are Dutch), as were my grandparents. Hello! :D Carry on. Amy....homeschooling mama to 3 nature-loving boys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 I've been here a while, but am an infrequent poster. I'm just sliding in here to say hello. When I saw your location, I immediately knew you must have been from the B'ham area. My hubby participated in the kayak portion of ski-to-sea 15-ish years ago...pre-kids...when we lived in Seattle. We're now a little south of B'ham and several of my friends are dairy farmers (most are Dutch), as were my grandparents. Hello! :D Carry on. Amy....homeschooling mama to 3 nature-loving boys Nice to "meet" you, Amy.:) Yes, I'm definitely in Ski to Sea Nirvana. Hans (my husband) has been doing the race for 10+ years now. He had the cross-country ski leg for quite a while but has been in the canoe these past two years. He and his partner were 32nd overall (out of 450+ teams) in the canoe in this year's race. Nice! Your husband should get involved again. It's always fun to hang out at the water and watch the kayaks come in at the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 The World Cup. Is there life beyond it? I think not. Wish you could be here Colleen. AWESOME atmosphere! The World What? :lol: :001_huh: :svengo: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 21, 2010 Author Share Posted June 21, 2010 Wish you could be here Colleen. AWESOME atmosphere! That's what I hear from friends in South Africa who hang out on the Sonlight board. So fun! A trip to South Africa has long been on my agenda (I've probably told you that) and watching the games really makes me wish I was there now. Are you going to get to any of the games? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Hi Colleen, I have noticed you sneak in a post here and there over the last months but you have been noticeably quiet (and uncontroversial!). I have noticed your absence but I suspected eventually you would be drawn back here. Its lovely to have you back ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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