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Indy race series returns to action in Long Beach, CA

The Izod Indy Racing series returns to action Sunday in Long Beach, California.  It is a road course, or as my Indy insider likes to call them, ” a parade” (see chapter 8 – Beach People of my book Surviving … Continue reading

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Djokovic – Nadal rivalry renewed in final at Monte Carlo

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic both made it through their semifinal matches (Nadal in three tough sets) and will meet on Sunday for the final of the Monte Carlo Open.  This is a clay court event and will perhaps be … Continue reading

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Braves 10 game winning streak snapped

All good things must come to an end, at some point?  The Atlanta Braves ten game winning streak came to an end this afternoon as Kansas City prevailed 1- 0 at Turner Field.  Mike Minor (2-1) took the loss for … Continue reading

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Wednesday, Surviving “Paradise” and I still do not watch Honey Boo Boo

Oh my, what a Wednesday.  As you know, Wednesday is always Surviving “Paradise” the book day.  The day I plug my book. Well, today I had an appointment at Posh Spot (Vinings, GA) that was moved up because apparently, Momma … Continue reading

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Classy act by NY Yankees, “Sweet Caroline”

The New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox are arch rivals.  They “hate” each other.  Very classy act in the Bronx last night during the Yankees win over Arizona, 4 -2.  At the end of the third inning, they … Continue reading

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Tuesday sports news, after the tragedy in Boston

One day after the horrific events in Boston, hard to focus on other things.  Cannot help but look at the picture of the eight year old boy who perished in the bombings at the Boston Marathon, holding a sign that … Continue reading

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Jenna Bush Hagler welcomes first child

Jenna Bush Hager and her husband Henry Hager welcomed their first child this weekend, a daughter named Margaret Laura “Mila” Hager.  George W. and Laura are the proud grandparents.  Jenna has grown into a beautiful and talented young women and … Continue reading

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Matt Damon revews wedding vows

Surviving “Paradise” loves Matt Damon.  What a class act!  Matt Damon renewed his wedding vows this weekend at Sugar Beach resort in St. Lucia with family and friends.  Matt has been married to Luciana for eight years.  They met at … Continue reading

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No Kobe – Lakers defeat Spurs!

No Kobe, but Lakers find a way to defeat the San Antonio Spurs last night in the Staples Center.  Final score, Lakers 91 – Spurs 86.  WOW, almost seems like the Lakers played some defense!  Dwight Howard led the Lakers … Continue reading

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Adam Scott outduels Angel Cabrera in playoff to take Masters title

Adam Scott became the first Australian to win the Masters, defeating Angel Cabrera in a playoff, birding the 10th hole.  Cabrera and Scott both birdied the 18th in regulation to end up at -9.  They both birdied the 18th hole … Continue reading

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