Extra! Extra! - Husky's Daily Video Is Up!

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As promised, I bring to you another IGN.com video. Not only is Jessica Chobot hot, but she is informative and interesting too!


Beauty & Brains!!!

As always, you can check out www.ign.com or you can check here daily as I keep you nerds, geeks, squares, and lames informed as to the newest gadgets, gizmos, games, and "thingy-ma-bobs" going on in the world of entertainment.

By the way, I'm all of the above. Mostly a geek and lame.

Who's with me?!?

Do you have Twilight Fever too?

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IGN Daily Fix Video - Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

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So, I intend to bring you "Loungers" a little taste of heaven.


Wait for it...wait for it...

[pause]

Compliments of IGN.com, I bring you the "Daily Fix" starring - Jessica Chobot!! <-----Major Hottie!!!

IGN is not just about video games though, it encompasses so much more - so check it out in its entirety. They do movie reviews, blu-ray reviews, comic book reviews, all platforms of gaming reviews, technology reviews, and so much more. If nothing else, you owe it to yourself to check her out...I mean, to check it out daily.

F*** Boston Celtics! Lakers 2010 Champs Video!!

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Okay, so the Lakers won the title a couple weeks ago. I get that, but the fact that they beat the Celtics continues to make this 16th title that much sweeter!!


Many of you may have already heard the song I posted, but for those of you who have not heard it - listen to it!!

Go Lakers!!!

F*** the Celtics!!!

Yeah, I said it Jimmy Kicks!!! I know you won't go and peep it, so I thought I'd give you a nice shout out here.

Figured I'd get this in before July 1, 2010 when all you're going to hear on ESPN or Sports News is about Lebron James.

The video is on the left hand side - go peep it! Next year, 3-Peat and L.A. ties Boston for rings!

Entourage Returns - Let's Chat!

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[Spoiler Alert!!]

If you have not seen the season premier of Entourage, which by the way aired this evening on HBO:

DO NOT READ THIS POST!

So let's re-cap what happened and discuss.

Here we go:



  1. Turtle has his own business with banging mamacita's (a.k.a. women).
  2. Drama still can't find a job.
  3. "E" has his crap together and things are looking good between he and Sloan.
  4. Vinnie's director punks him into doing his own stunts and Ari and company freak out.
  5. Loyd is still gay.
  6. Ari put the "infamous" paint ball gun up on the wall in his office (did you catch that?).
  7. Turtle thinks he's rico suave and tries to kiss his employee (recognize her from the recently cancelled show, "Heroes"?), but ultimately gets shot down, and it consequently causes her to quit.
  8. Vinny sucks at his own stunts, but does it nonetheless.

That pretty much sums it all up. Damn, the show is still way too short. I wish it were longer.

In any case, here is the question I have for you followers based on a theory I have:

Q: Will Vinnie Chase re-ignite his career by becoming an actor who does his own stunts?

A: I say yes, this is going to be something he embraces, which will ultimately propel him back
to the platform we all have grown accustomed to.

What do you think?

Husky & The Guyz At The Zoo

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So, we decided to set up shop at the Zoo and do a quick video for you lovely "loungers".


We intend to do things like this every so often so as to bring you into our experience. In the future though, you're going to see better videos - mainly - because we intend to bring them to you using the new iPhone 4.


Can I get a Shiaooo!!


In any case, feel free to check out the video on the side. Like the other, unfortunately, this video is also Chub-less.

Jimmy Kicks Video Is Up! Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

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What a birthday it was for Mr. Kicks. Chub, wish you were with us bud.


There's some-what of a break down on Jimmy's page, which can be found by clicking on his link on my side bar titled "The Dog Pound." It isn't too elaborate though, and definitely doesn't capture the essence of the day or the evening.

Don't fret, I will do my best to pick up and fill in where Jimmy left off - I will do so later tonight.

Nonetheless, the video is on the side bar - enjoy!

Happy Birthday Jimmy Kicks!!

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The big 33 for Mr. Kicks, and no I am not talking about Larry Bird.


Seems like only yesterday I met "Jimmy" at the Auto Club (AAA) in Costa Mesa, CA. Like so many people I've befriended over the years, I stole him from a mutual friend. What can I say? I've got this gravitational pull (think Star Wars: Death Star) and I can't help it if people want to orbit around this planet (I'm pointing at my belly by the way).

In any case, this isn't about me. This is about how I met Jimmy just over 5 years ago, yet it feels like we've known each other since birth.

"Awe...tear, hug, kiss and cuddle."

Jimmy and I have worked together at 3 different companies in that time span and while it doesn't show a great track record for us, the one thing that remained a constant was we always seemed to gravitate towards each other. Even today, we work at the same company and I am honored and proud to say, The Write Guyz simply would not be without him. Yes, it is true my fellow "Loungers", he is the condom to my wallet, the skid mark to my white underwear, and you got it friends, Jimmy is the wart to Lindsay Lohans vagina.

You get the point.

I just want the world to know I truly appreciate this man as one of my best and closest friends. I don't really like"titles", but if I had to label him, I wouldn't and if you knew him and he had a say in it, he wouldn't want to be labeled. Jimmy Kicks is in a class all by himself as far as Husky Downs is concerned.

Warning: Potential "Mas Puto" moment coming.

You know how they say, for every good man there's an even better woman? Well, as we forge forward with our business and you see the various entertainment we intend to throw at you - just know that the reason it's all possible is largely due to this man. Largely due to his hard work, hours of dedication, and willingness to help out his fellow partners with whatever they need help with.

Unless of course the baby mama, son, or Fresno calls; otherwise, he's down.

It's reasons like the aforementioned that made me feel like I owe him a small tribute on the Lounge. I know I speak for Grip Johnson, Chub Johnson, and even that lone wolf War Emblem when I say - I am grateful that 33 years ago the whiteness that is "Jimmy Kicks" was born.

Happy Birthday Mr. Kicks!!

Now stop messing around reading my blog and get back to working on our web site!!!





Q & A: With The Husk-Man

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I've decided to implement a Q & A session on each of my blogs. Every so often I will pose a question, and I would appreciate if each of you "Loungers" would participate by giving your answers to the question.



I'm going to give my take on the question as well, so in this way, it'll be fully interactive.



Keep in mind, when one Q & A is posted, there will be a Q & A on both, Husky Downs 365 & Husky Down Under. Make sure you check them both.


In case you haven't seen the two images for my sub-blogs, make sure you check them out on the left side-bar.


This is Husky Downs saying - "Husky's Don't Dance, We Boogey!"




Michael O'Brien - Producer Of Great YouTube Video

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Who is Michael O'Brien?


What is this YouTube video I speak of?

If you look on the side of my page, it's the music (rap) video titled "All Because Of Me" just under the Husky Downs video intro.

As for the who, Michael is a co-worker of mine who graduated from Cal Poly in Pomona, CA with a degree in music production. Something like that. Bottom line, this dude's got some skills with media and if you watch the video, you can see how goofy the video is, but you can also see the skills.

Here's a quick synopsis of what the video is about:

Essentially, the people in the video are friends of his and the two people (male and female) who start the video out sitting on the bench, they're now married. In the video however, it's a spoof about how the guy dressed in black (Joseph Tata) in the video introduced them. I believe the way the story goes is, they all go to the same church, and classic hook-up tale. Person introduces girl to boy and boy to girl and the soul mates become one. They wanted to do a spoof about how the only reason they got together was because of the fact that they were introduced to each other buy guy in black (Joseph Tata).

It's my understanding that they showed this video at their wedding.

***The reason it has subtitles is because she is Philippino and it is so her family can understand, since the video is in English.

It's worth watching in its entirety. The hook is actually pretty damn catchy. I was singing that damn thing all day today at work.

"You're gonna get some, and it's all because of me!"

In any case, keep an eye out for Michael O'Brien. The sky's the limit for this kid.

Husky Down Under - Intimate, Sexy, Seductively Fun

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Move over Hugh Hefner, there's a new Sherif in town who goes by the name of - Husky Downs.


That's right "Loungers" you get yet another part of the Husk-Man to explore. Only on this expedition, I intend to explore you in return.

As my fellow "Write Guy", Grip Johnson would say, "Hey Now!"

Of course, it would be in a Barry White-esque, turn off the lights, slip out the nighty, and hope for your sake fella's, no tighty whitey's, baritone voice.

You won't find any nudes here (sorry fella's), but the experience will entice your mind all the same. I guarantee it.

So make sure you make "Husky Down Under" a part of your daily diet. You never know, you just might learn something.



WTF!! A Condom With Attitude?

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The goal no man wants to put his ball in - or anything else for that matter.


Dr. Sonnet Ehlers has created something far worse than an atomic bomb, chemical warfare or even AIDS. Inspired by a woman who was raped, this doctor has created a monster - a condom for women with jagged teeth!

Is it not bad enough that braces for teeth exist?

Reportedly, 30,000 of these penile piranhas, made by Axe are currently being distributed at the World Cup in South Africa. So if any man thinks he can rape a woman in South Africa, he'd better have a Kevlar "cock-a-saurus rex" or he's going to get cut worse than Freddy Kreuger profusely scratching his crotch.

As if the condom having jagged teeth is not enough, the condom is made to latch onto the penis, while cutting it up, and the only way it can be detached is by going to see a doctor. Obviously, in this way, it would help catch such men who attempted to rape a woman. The good doc has said that after the World Cup, he plans on selling these condoms for $2 each.

So much for only having to worry about Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD's) and braces gentlemen.

Here's the full article for more details.

What Father's Day Means To Me

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Spending the day with a beautiful woman who was both Mom and Dad to me since the day I was conceived defines Father's Day to me.


"God could not be everywhere and therefore he made mothers." - Proverb

I was birthed from an angel, but conceived by one of Satan's mignons. Love truly is blind and really, who would have thought that the "perfect" couple in High School (Star Athlete and Prom Queen) would birth a child, only to fall victim to the statistics and ultimately find themselves in uncharted murky waters? I mean, doesn't the general consensus by society teach us that love is supposed to be enough to make a relationship last?

Hardly fact by any stretch of the imagination I have come to learn in life.

In any case, needless to say, at the age of 2 years old I was without a biological father and my mother "chose" to raise me by "herself."

Two things I would like to focus on for a quick second are as followed:

  1. Like so many unfortunate children in this world who have been abandoned, my mother did not have to raise me once my father bailed. Therefore, I used the word "chose" instead of the words "was forced" by design.
  2. While my mother did raise me predominantly by herself, my grandparents played a major role in helping her get through the tough times. If she were lost at sea, they were her compass.

If I wanted to lie to you readers, I would sit here and tell you that I was the perfect kid and that raising me was easy. Suffice to say, I was quite the challenge; to be honest, I still am today. Still, despite my mother busting her ass at work and having to sacrifice furthering her education to raise me, she is the prototypical success story. She has gone from "rags" to riches and by riches I am not talking about money alone. There are so many ways in which she has been blessed and is wealthy beyond decimal points and zeros. As they say, "the Lord works in mysterious ways" and for the 31 years which I have been in existence, I have been the antithesis of most of the stereotypes which come with being an only child. I have stayed out of trouble and away from drugs. Sure, I had girlfriends at a young age; however, I have not gotten any girl pregnant. Now if you would please excuse me, I need to find some wood to knock on right quick.

"Knock! Knock! Knock! Knock! And one more for good measure - Knock!"

All of this is a credit to the fact that my mother transcended any and all paradigms of a single parent by allowing God into her heart - to give her the strength and guidance to keep me grounded - while also letting her parents (my grand parents - duh) guide her through life accordingly. While I could be worse off than I am, I am not because my mother was a damn good mother and father all in one.

She was like a churro with caramel inside - what a damn good combo!

Conversely, I could also be better off than I am, however, the fact that I am not is my own fault. Lord knows my mom has given me every opportunity to go to school and to better myself financially. It is my own stupidity and immaturity that when she told me to go left - I went right.

After all, isn't that how children are supposed to be? Aren't we supposed to rebel?

As I woke up this Father's Day, it was without hesitation that I knew I wanted to be with my mom. We enjoyed menudo and pozolle from "El Tepeyac" in West Covina, CA and had a nice talk about everything going on in my life and in hers. She and I butt heads all too often, but all-in-all I can honestly say that my mom is my best friend. You see, my grandfather played an extremely important role in keeping me grounded as well; after all, he was the closest thing to a father - next to my mom - that I had. Once he passed away a piece of me went with him, yet, I remained strong and grounded because my mom, to this day, remains both mom and dad. If anything happens to her I lose more than a mother. I lose more than a father. I lose my closest and best friend.

Straight up.

So as we watched "Valentine's Day" the movie today, had lunch, ran errands and I beguiled her into joining the Apple family by purchasing an iPod Touch, I caught myself getting a frog in my throat as they say. For it's moments like today that epitomize my mother as the role model so many at her work see her as and furthermore, it is days like today that quantify my love for her in my mind, to my heart, and within my soul; yet, still I struggle to codify the words to express the level of appreciation I have for her. Truly my fellow "Loungers" the one I need to thank is God for giving me the mother/father that I have.

So what does Father's Day mean to me?

It means I get to hang out with the only woman who has ever loved me unconditionally, while forgetting the fact that I did not have a dad around as I grew up.

As for a father figure, I had that in my mom, and in my grandfather, and so much more.

"All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. No man does. That is his." - Oscar Wilde

What does Father's Day mean to you?

I would love to hear your thoughts on this topic.

Buffalo Inn Restaurant: 3 Paw Establishment

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It is with great disappointment that I have to give The Buffalo Inn a 3 Dog Paw rating. I have been here several times and not once have I thought about reviewing it; however, now that I have a forum to share my experiences, I decided to do so.


Loungers, what was once a deliciously entertaining environment with equal food to match - has since turned into a poor man's elk's lodge with barely legal teen waitresses straight out of the 8 Mile film starring Eminem. The only thing they needed was a pack of cigarettes tucked under the sleeves of their shirts and for a few of their teeth to be missing.

I apologize for coming down so hard on these girl who I'm sure are simply trying to make a living, but I just want to clarify exactly what I have issues with. Simply put, it's the fact that what was supposed to be a nice "Father's Day" dinner, ultimately turned into a lackluster experience 100% due to the customer service and overall ambiance the "Inn" provided. The sad part was that I went with two people who had never been there and the idea was to introduce them to "the home of the buffalo burger". The other part that plays a role in me coming down so hard is the fact that in my previous experiences, I have had similar issues. If the buffalo burger wasn't so darn good - I wonder if I would even return at all...?

Buffalo Burger:

Extremely tasty burgers, lean-mean-tasty with cheese and green, literally made from buffalo meat.

If you're a vegetarian, you will learn not to read my restaurant reviews due to the fact that 99% of the time I will be writing about food's with meat. That other 1 % will likely involve some dish that probably was made with some ingredient that a vegetarian otherwise would not partake in.

I'm a meat monster, what can I say.

One fun part about this restaurant worth mentioning is on Saturday evening's they have live bands. The set-up before you enter their restaurant which looks like a lodge in Big Bear Mountain resembles a camp ground. There's an area out front designated for the band to play and many tables with heat lamps for those cold windy nights. There is a fire pit which adds to the ambiance. I mean, even as you enter the lodge the rustic, gritty axe-man look decorated with wood tables, an old wooden bar and pretty much wood, wood, wood makes you feel like hair is quite literally growing on your chest and face with every step you take. It is the quintessential pyromaniac's playground. You definitely want to tell ghost stories around the fire pit and eat smore's, not burgers when you walk in. It's cozy though and has all the makings of an awesome first date location - as far as ambiance is concerned.

Suffice to say, on the eve before Father's Day, the facade came to a screeching halt as the waitress gave me and my family a fake smile and casually - while engaged in another conversation told us we can sit wherever we wanted to sit. Apparently our business was not worthy of an eye glance at a bare minimum on a night where the majority of the customers were outside enjoying the band. To be exact, there was only a family of two and another family of three inside.

To be noted:

The band played various rock renditions and were very good. One of the band member's was female and she was slapping the bass very well. Unfortunately, I did not catch their bands name.

Rather than walk you thru the entire evening, I will break it down for you below. This is what exactly transpired which ultimately led to the rating I decided to give this place.

  1. We asked for an extra cup of chili beans and cheese and they forgot it. We had to remind them for it sometime later.
  2. We placed our order and it took just about an hour to get our food. This place specializes in burgers - not hard to make. They don't even have side dishes for crying out loud - their only that comes with everything is a side of home made chips.
  3. When we got our order, 3 of the 4 orders were completely wrong. When I explained to the young girl in daisy dukes with a belly popping out of her way too short florescent tank top, rather than just take my order and apologize graciously, she tried to explain what "may" have happened. She even went as far as to find the order ticket to verify if there was a mistake on my part - all while I'm holding the food waiting for her to take it out of my hands and fix it. Customer Service 101 - Customer is right. Just take the order, fix it and worry about who was wrong later.
  4. As the waitress kissed her boy friend on the lips - presumably her brother or uncle - she proceeds to hand me my food. I put a fake smile on and say thank you (mind you I'm eager to check my food before I put it in my mouth - I saw the movie "Waiting" I know what's up) and she doesn't even make eye contact with me. She just handed it to me and turned and walked away.
  5. As we finished eating, we had to go seek the waitress out to pay. At this point there was only a family of four downstairs and three girls already eating. The other waitresses and waiter were at a table near the stairs talking trash about people leaving tips. To be exact one of the waitresses said, "It's bullshit. If they sign you should just put in the tip amount you want if they haven't crossed out the tip area." Are you kidding me? I actually kick myself for not telling their management something. Red down arrow for Husky Downs on that account.
Now, if you knew me or know me and my personality, I'm a pretty laid back guy. I tend to just go with the flow and the many times that I've been out and my food comes back wrong - I usually deal with it. On this night though, The Buffalo Inn was at a disadvantage as I had intended to review it from the moment I walked in. Everything mentioned above would turn out to be Strikes 1, 2, 3 and several to carry over to the next game. Not a great showing on their part. One thing I realize in writing this is that I owe it to my readers to give each of you my experience and to give you an idea of what you can expect when you visit. Don't get me wrong, the buffalo burgers when the waitresses do listen to the orders correctly are phenomenal; better than a regular burger by far. However, if I am to recommend this restaurant over the million others which do not have poor customer service, I would be doing you the readers a disservice.

The good:

  • Great ambiance.
  • Live band - solid entertainment factor.
  • Awesome burgers for the burger lover in you.
  • TV's to watch your favorite sporting event.
  • Quaint location - rugged - but romantic.
  • Half a block from a sex shop (you never know).
The bad:
  • Inconsistant quality customer service.

The food:
  • The french dip was delicious.
  • The buffalo burger was tasty.
  • The grilled cheese was - a grilled cheese. Can anyone really mess this up?
  • The chili beans and cheese, chips and salsa was top notch.
The "Inn" has a few other items on their menu (i.e. hot dogs, chicken sandwiches etc.), but they specialize in hamburgers - buffalo burgers to be exact.

As I stated earlier, I have been here several times before and the experience has varied. It would appear that they've got some good apples and some bad one's as it pertains to their workers; however, that said, if you want to earn a 5 Dog Paw rating from me - you've got to be on your "A" game at all times.

You see my fellow "Loungers", my qualms are not with the food - simply with the level of service. The Buffalo Inn has 5 Paw potential, but until the management takes their customer service to a higher level, their restaurant merits 3 Paws from Husky Downs.

The Buffalo Inn is located at 1815 W. Foothill Blvd., Upland CA, 91786









Day 9 - Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

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Without further ado, Day 9 has been posted and I think this is one everybody can relate to. I definitely am curious to see what everybody thinks and how many of you are honest about the ways in which you possibly also share in my sentiments.


Time to head out so here you go "Loungers!"

Taco Lita: 5 Paw Establishment

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Unfortunately for many of you reading this, you will not have the privilege of eating at this hole in the wall due to your overall geographical disposition. My condolences to you and yours.


However, for those of you in Southern California, if you ever find yourself in or near Arcadia, CA and you fancy some Mexican food, Taco Lita is one restaurant you have got to stop and try. I had not visited this spot since 1997 and my experience today was just as I remembered it.

The Bomb.com!

As I pulled my lunch box (Scion Xb) into the driveway, I couldn't help but reminisce about my days as a Senior at Temple City High School. My buddy "War Emblem" was one of the few Seniors who actually had a car. A few of us would sneak out of fourth period earlier and we would run to the parking lot for lunch so that we can hop in the hoop-tie (Ford) and get to Arcadia for some delicious tacos and/or burritos. It was a mad dash because Arcadia High School was one block away, so we found ourselves trying to beat the rush. Of course I rode shot gun and I handled the lunch jams. I'd pop in thetape, press play and off we'd go bumping and bobbing (like Paris Hilton in a night vision goggled movie) to the sultry sounds of...

"So when we cross paths and I hope that's soon, I'm a boot yo' mutha' fuckin' ass to tha' moon."
Dollaz + Sense Album - DJ Quik

I kid you not people, these were and are no ordinary tacos. The ground beef used for their tacos and combo burritos has a flavor that is unlike anything I have ever had anywhere else. My mouth waters at the thought of them now only hours removed from inhaling a few tacos and a bean burrito. As for their hot sauce, it's not hot - rather - it is extremely flavorful. Think of a cherry on top of an exquisite piece of Tres Leche cake. That is essentially what their home made hot sauce is to their food. It's titillating to the palette to say the least.

Man, who talks like that? You see what this restaurant does to me?!?

Taco Lita described in bullet point:

  • Delicious
  • A tad bit over priced - but worth every penny
  • Not greasy
  • Exquisitely tasteful
  • A guilty pleasure
  • Simple Menu with minimal items
  • Home made taco shells
  • Friendly Customer Service
  • Cash Only - ATM is inside though
Taco Lita is located at 120 East Duarte Road, Arcadia, CA.

***This restaurant is a Husky certified 5 dog paw establishment!!




Sweet 16 = Back 2 Back

10:41 PM CRW1018 , 3 Comments

"Winning takes talent, to repeat takes character." - John Wooden


My meeting began at 3:30 p.m. and was scheduled to end at 5:30 p.m. Luckily - for me, down the street is a restaurant, sports bar & grill that my company frequents so often it has its own nickname given by the Edison employees long before my time. The name is "GO5", also known as Charlie Browns in Rosemead, CA. You see the buildings on Edison's "campus" go a little something like this - GO1, GO2, GO3 & GO4. The code word for happy hour at Charlie Browns became "GO5". It was here that I witnessed the greatest NBA game of my life.

But I digress.

The lawyer walks in and to ensure he makes a grand entrance, he interrupts the meeting by saying, "Just living the dream" as he enters the room. Mind you, he does this literally every time he walks into a meeting. So annoying. The other thing to note is he was over an hour late to a 2 hour meeting. Also, annoying. Oh and for kicks, he is also ALWAYS late. Annoying! Annoying! Annoying! Any who, as I sit and go over the documents our small sub team had to review, I couldn't keep my eye off the damn clock.

"Tick-Tock!"

Remember when you were back in school and you couldn't wait for class to be over? It was something like that - only I didn't have to meet my girl friend out by the baseball field, in the back where nobody could see us. I wasn't rushing to get to basketball practice, nor was I counting down the minutes to head to "Taco Lita" in Arcadia, CA (Mexican restaurant that was and is the bomb.com). I was counting down to something much better than all of that - Game 7 of the NBA Finals. The stage was set for it to be an epic battle and the only thing standing between me and my game was a fat ass, smug underachieving lawyer.

Double ugh.

The meeting is usually four hours long and I kid you not, I have been in there when the team (lawyer included) is going over one paragraph for 2 hours changing words from "and" to "also" or "exemption" to "unnecessary". So bad I wish I could tell you that I am exaggerating - sadly I am not. These are important documents regarding the transmission projects I work on, but I mean, come on - really? Two hours one one paragraph?

Tripple ugh.

Just when I thought I wasn't going to be able to take it anymore I looked down and it was 5:20 p.m.. The game was scheduled to start at 6 p.m. (PST). Best believe I text my Project Manager whom was sitting 3 seats away (I was trying to be slick) the following message:

"Game time! Let's wrap this up like safe sex!"

Blah! Blah! Blah! The lawyer just kept on talking and talking. My boss couldn't even interject because this blood sucker was on a role. Suffice to say, the meeting ended at 5:50 p.m.!!!! My boss was just as eager to get to Charlie Browns, so we both began putting away the chords to the projector, my laptop etc. We literally ran up the stairs to our desks and headed back down three flights of stairs and out into the parking lot like an illegal immigrant in Arizona from a cop. I got to my car, hopped in, turned on 710AM radio station to hear the beginning of the game and booked it out of the parking lot and down the street.

My boss and I arrived at Charlie Browns and it was extremely packed. I'm talking packed like a fat man in a small under armor shirt packed. I had to park at Carrows restaurant and pray that my car wasn't towed - although - at the the time my mentality was so long as the Lakers gave me a Championship, whatever happened to my ride was worth it. Idiotic rational, but I mean come on Loungers, this was Los Angeles versus Boston - EPIC!!!!

So we walk in and wiggled our way to the back where other co-workers were sitting. I'd be telling lies if I said I wasn't close to getting all Ludacris (a rapper) on some people and throw some bows as I tried to get thru the crowd. Stupid ass holes. The bitches were hot though, so they would have gotten the forearm. The dudes - well they'd get full bow to the chin, chest - pretty much wherever I could connect. This was Game 7 folks!!!!!

Without giving you a play by play of the game, the Lakers were down by double digits and every Laker fan in the joint was on edge. By the 4th quarter it was pure chaos, madness it was INTENSE!!!! I was clapping hands, smacking five and chest bumping people I had never met more than a teen in a mosh pit. And then friends, that's when it happened.

"Missed shot by Rajon Rondo, Lakers rebound - that is going to be it folks - Lakers win!"

The announcer is ecstatically and emphatically describing what hundreds of us inside Charlie Browns had just witnessed. Sure my voice was gone from so much screaming and cheering, but it didn't matter. I didn't even think about my car and whether or not it was still in tact. I didn't care that I missed the 1st 3 minutes of the game or that the nachos were hot as hell and had been burning my lip and tongue all night. I swear you'd a thought I had just gone down on Lindsay Lohan the way I was burning. All in all my fellow Loungers, the only thing that mattered was that the Los Angeles Lakers had done it again - they won back to back titles and further more, won their 16th title.

My stage was chosen, the outcome was glorious and my evening was complete - I shed tears of joy (yeah, so what!) and was so proud to be in Los Angeles and even more happy to be a Los Angeles Lakers fan. I witnessed history amongst great company and for that moment in time saw the best in humanity. The Lakers have such an affect on people and I am proud that they have had such an affect on me.

Next to winning my Fantasy Football League, this was the best Championship I have ever experienced.

Thank you Kobe Bryant.

Thank you Ron Artest.

Thank you Pau Gasol.

And a BIG Thank You Derek Fisher for being the glue that keeps the hope and faith alive.

The Los Angeles Lakers are the 2010 NBA Champions. Back 2 Back with 16 NBA Championships!!!!!

Can you say - Re-peat of the Three-peat?

I would love to hear where you were and what your experience was witnessing history.

Day 8 - Fresh Off The Press!!

1:20 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

Extra! Extra! Read all about it!

Day 8 is available to be read Loungers!

http://huskydowns365.blogspot.com/

Game 7 Folks - Does Anyone Care "If" It Was Fixed?

8:46 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

When the Lakers turn it on, boy do they turn it on. It was never close tonight as the Lakers annihilated the Boston Celtics in Los Angeles 89-67 forcing a Game 7 on Thursday at the Staple Center one last time.


Well, at least one last time this season for all the marbles.

You know, I've watched every game closely and the inconsistency from the referees to the players is really quiet uncanny. As long as I've been alive watching basketball, I truly cannot recall an NBA Finals where the referees played such a crucial role in the outcome of the game. Man, I would give anything to talk to Tim Donaghy right about now. Oh, and for those who do not know who he is, he was the referee that was caught cheating. Basically, this guy determined the outcome of games by calling ghost fouls or by not calling a fall so as to ensure to the best of his ability that the score stayed where it needed to be for betting purposes. This is the same guy who stated that there were and are other referees involved in such "tom foolery".

Is there nothing in this world sacred and untainted by greed and money?

Those of you who have followed the Lakers this NBA Finals, I would love for each of you to chime in on your thoughts regarding the idea that maybe, just maybe these Finals were in fact fixed. As they say, "the proof is in the pudding" and my taste buds definitely were tantalized and my eyes surely witnessed a horrible series (due to referees) leading up to a Game 7 in Hollywood - I mean, Los Angeles. What started as a romance novel for Laker fans in Game 1 quickly turned into something from M. Kight Shyamalan and now how appropriate that the Lakers find themselves against the Boston Celtics in the "Downtown Hoop Dojo" vying for yet another title.

Could it be a Garry Marshall (Director of Pretty Woman) type ending?

Like all scripts which have been well thought out, planned and much like every movie - there is a beginning, a middle, a climax and an end. That said, the one thing that does stand out to me is like a Hollywood script - the story has already been written.

Or has it?

Let me know what you think.


Ever Wanted To Learn Self Defense?

6:52 PM CRW1018 , 2 Comments

That's right my fellow "Loungers" the Husk-meister is here to tell you that The Write Guyz will be teaching you how to whoop-dat-ass! Well, it revolves more around defending yourself if attacked, but I know some of you will use it for evil and pick on some poor hapless kid as he's riding home on his blue and black roller blades with his basketball number on the side. Oh...umm...that's just some random example. By no means am I using personal experience.


I'M HUSKY DOWNS!!! WATCHA!!!

And to be exact, War Emblem will be teaching you.

Who is War Emblem?

Stay tuned for our July 4, 2010 launch - we've got a heck-of- a site in store for you!

Free Wi-Fi = More Crack (Coffee) For You!

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Roll up your sleeves, tie the noose around your arm, tap it a few times and prepare to inject more crack - I mean coffee into your blood stream intravenously. After all, this is going to be the result of Star-bucks following in McDonald's footsteps and offering free Wi-Fi beginning July 1, 2010.


Damn, that was pretty graphic. You'd think I was a pro or something huh?

However, I am not a crackhead and no I have never done heroine. The movies have taught me such badness and have forever scarred my virgin eyes. Shame on you Leonardo Di Caprio in Basketball Diaries and Pulp Fiction.

Wow, I can't believe I even remember the word virgin. I can't help but giggle every time I say it or read it.

In all seriousness though, this is pretty cool of Star-Bucks to offer their Wi-Fi for "free". After all, as much as they charge for their drinks and once you take into consideration the fact they also put cocaine in their coffee (I kid! I kid!) this is the least they can do. Truth be told, there were reports that their Executives wanted to in fact do as McDonald's was doing which was offer free Wi-Fi. Who said the only thing that comes from McDonald's is high cholesterol?
Inadvertently Ronald McDonald has given you Star-Buckaneers free Wi-Fi.

I knew that over sized, goofy footed, perverted, in need of some soul-glo for his red jerry curls dude was created for something.

Now, before you go setting up your study group or texting your booty-call to meet you at your local Star-Bucks to partake in such free festivities - check with your local store first as they are rolling this out to just 6,700 stores.

Weak sauce huh?

There are some other interesting facts about this marketing ploy by Star-Bucks. Check it out at USA TODAY below my fellow "Loungers!"






Husky's Big Creek Experience

5:04 PM CRW1018 , Posted in , 1 Comment

First off, the catwalk you see above the water in the picture - I walked it.


Talk about adrenaline rush!

I'm not going to lie, the Husk-man was skerred because over the years I kind of developed a fear of heights. Pretty weak sauce if I must say so myself. Not only did I cross it, but I had to do it twice. So what if afterward I went back to the lodge and changed my underoos. I mean, granted Batman & Robin were not happy campers - that is for certain.

Eww!

Okay, joking aside it was scary, it was a rush - it was beautiful! This is hydrology at its finest and it is brought to you by Southern California Edison (SCE). Not only was technology like this (there are many Hydro-Generator Powerhouses on the mountain) built over 100 years ago with minimal resources and without the advanced technology we have today, but SCE is the only company in the world with such a set up. That's right ladies and gentlemen, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) which is huge beginning in Tulare, CA going up North all the way to Oregon (don't quote me on that being the cut-off) does not even have a hydrology set up like SCE's.

Pretty crazy huh?

I haven't even delved into the 1,000 foot deep tunnel I went thru (it was so Batman) or the other cat walk I had to walk across which was far more intense than the one pictured above. This other one actually got us extremely wet because the pressure of the water as it went over the side of the mountain was so intense. This waterfall also had a much narrower cat walk with metal plates that moved when you walked over them. WTF?!? Is all I kept thinking.

But I digress. I will not get into detail anymore, but I will recommend that each of you clicks on the link below and that you learn about "Huntington Lake: Big Creek" and how it is called "The hardest working water in the world" and after witnessing it first hand for 3 days I learned why. Simply amazing. You owe it to yourself to learn something you never knew - you won't be disappointed.


To be honest friends, words could not do the scenery justice - nor could they truly capture the experience. It truly was a once in a life time experience and I thank the Lord above for giving me the opportunity to be a part of something that my family has been a part of for so many years before me. Big Creek is a part of Shaver Lake and that is open to the public; it is highly recommended that if camping is your thing - that you get your butt up there at least once in your life time. If you have the time, take a stroll to the Powerhouse at Big Creek (seen in the picture above) and maybe, just maybe you can cross the cat walk for yourself.

If nothing else, please do yourself the favor of learning about the history by clicking the link above. All to often we take for granted the luxuries we're afforded and we never stop to ask how it is given to us. Sure, we know why we have it, but have you ever asked how?

If you don't click on the link do me a favor - as you're powering off your laptop or desktop ask yourself this question:

How exactly does the electricity get from Point A to Point B?

If you think it's solely by those transformers and transmission lines you see outside, you are mistaken and this would further solidify the reason why you should educate yourself just a little. I will be the first to let you know that the aforementioned question really should be more like this:

How does electricity get from Point A to Point Z?

This question does not have one answer; rather it has several and SCE's Big Creek Hydrology "set up" is but one of those answers, and in my opinion it is a magnificent start to learning and showing your appreciation for a luxury that not everyone is afforded around the world.





Day 7 - Better Late Than Never!

4:41 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

I've got quite a few entry's to catch up on, which I will do; however, it all starts with the completion of Day 7, and my fellow "Loungers" it is now ready to be read.


I will be caught up by tomorrow evening - stay tuned!

For your convenience the link to Husky Downs 365 is below.

Sharks Can Do Math? Huh?

10:45 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

I've never been a fan of math since elementary, I mean, aside from counting my "stacks" (i.e. money or currency) just so I can go out and spend it - that's pretty much the extent of my math interest. Yeah, I know, math is extremely important and used in so many aspects of our lives. I still don't care for it much beyond adding and subtracting.


Unfortunately, mostly subtraction.

Doh!

"Cash rules everything around me C.R.E.A.M. get the money, dolla' dolla' bills ya'll" - Wu-Tang Clan

I am now an adult and while my disdain for math has not changed, I will admit that as scientists recently are reporting that they have reason to believe that sharks and other animals use math to secure their meals, it further solidifies all my teachers have ever told me about math.

If "Jaws" can do it - why shouldn't I be able to also?

Actually, as of right now it is thought that Great Whites do not use math for hunting; however, this is all theory so I wouldn't be surprised to wake up tomorrow and have this theory changed including them as math users. You know, as I read the article I couldn't help but think of Velociraptors. What these scientists are proposing and telling us is the worlds oldest killing machines can not only turn invisible (some species - see previous post by me in archive), but some can use math?

Aye, dios mio!

What's next, they're going to tell us they've found a species that can actually swim backwards? The day that happens is the day I never step foot in the ocean again. That's all I'm saying.

Educate yourselves by reading the link from the Discovery Channel's web site below. After all, you never know when you might find yourself in the ocean going head to head with God's "mathlete".

To this animal, I would imagine that 1+1 = 1.

Yikes!!!



Husky Downs 365 Notice!

9:23 PM CRW1018 , 2 Comments

My fellow "Loungers" I have some news for you. Husky Downs 365 is going to be no more.


Okay, so I'm totally kidding; truth is Husky Downs will be in the mountains until 6/11/10 and unable to blog. Now, before you go slitting your wrist or throwing a radio in the tub while you're shaving that nice landing strip (for the Husk-meister), listen here - I will be writing while up in Big Creek for all of you.

Upon my return, I will upload the following:

  • Day's 7-11
The way I see it is, Day 7 is going to be on Procrastination, so before I begin working on it I will show each of you why I need to write about it and then improve in that area.

"Do as I say - Not as I do" Ever hear that? I'm sure you have.

See you all at the end of the week!



Got An Ace? Go Fish!

9:00 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments


What a clutch performance by Derek Fisher! If you did not watch the game tonight - off with your head!


Sure the Lakers started off slow and Boston appeared to be ready to give the Champs all they could handle; however, it didn't last long as the Lakers took control and regained their Championship form. At one point they lead by as much as 17points. Typical Lakers though, they allowed the Celtics to come back and pull within 1 point in the 4th quarter. In the end though, it was Derek Fisher's tough shot, after shot, after shot that kept the Lakers ahead and ultimately gave them the 91-84 win.



So the Lakers won a game...what's the big deal?



THEY WON AT/IN BOSTON!!



Winning the 1st game in Boston is no easy feat. Ask any sports fanatic and they'll tell you what I say is gospel. Now, I don't want to be a hypocrite so I'll keep it real with you all. I have been extremely critical of the Los Angeles Lakers and I have been a big advocator for the management to get rid of Derek Fisher in lieu of a younger Guard who can actually guard quicker guards. Boy do I feel like an idiot. Every time I doubt Fisher, he proves me wrong. You know what...if he is up to the challenge and is willing to keep proving me wrong, Derek, I would love to continue to doubt you.



While I still feel the Lakers need to get younger and find a younger Point Guard who can keep up with other quicker Guards, for now, Derek Fisher is as good as it gets. For all Rajon Rondo does for his team, there are intangibles he lacks and those are the things Derek Fisher embodies - plain and simple. It's these intangibles I speak of that separate the Fisher from the boys.



If Derek Fisher were a car, despite being automatic, I have no doubt that he'd be "Mannual" because that man is so clutch!



Read more and see some highlights at NBA.com below:



Day 6 - Read It While It's Hot!

9:54 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

This, my fellow "Loungers" is by far the toughest improvement I will ever post. That said, it is also the best time to bust it out to begin working on.


Thank you Chub Johnson & Grip Johnson!

Here is the link for your convenience:



Day 5 - Available To Be Read!

2:29 AM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

Sorry I was unable to upload this at a suitable hour; however, better late than never right?


I will be sure that Day 6 is not late. This is a good one though, so be sure to check it out!

Coaches Come & Go - Legends Live Forever

10:43 AM CRW1018 , 1 Comment

"Things turn out best for people who make the best of the way things turn out." - John Wooden


Now, I can't say Mr. Wooden has changed my life in some form or fashion, but then again that could be because I have never read his books. As such, I will not sit here and pretend to talk about him as if I knew him. What I do want to say is that I know of him and all he has accomplished in life and it is knowing such things that compels me to write about it - to write about him today. The only other man I've known that's exuded such greatness in all facets of his life was my grandfather. Like Mr. Wooden, my grandfather touched so many lives and was a great role model, mentor and student of life; Rogelio Padilla was the consummate professional and father figure. But friends, I digress as this tribute is about John Wooden.

It's easy to fixate on the sports aspect of what John Wooden accomplished; however, I think what made him special was not just the 620 games he won over his basketball career. It isn't the 88 games straight over one span won by the UCLA Bruins whom were coached by Mr. Wooden or even the fact that he coached legendary players such as Bill Walton and Lew Alcindor (Kareem-Abdul-Jabar). Do you realize, no other coach in college basketball has even half the National Championships that John Wooden has (10)? However, all these accomplishment still are not all that define this man.

"Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, your reputation is what people think you are." - John Wooden

I could easily spend the rest of the weekend quoting this man because he had some very profound quotes and his philosophy on life has transpired and re-defined coaching forever. His literature (7 books published) has manifested itself into the Corporate World outside of sports as many Corporate America businesses adopted his philosophies to be the basis for which they run their businesses.

John Wooden truly was one of a kind and like my grandfather and so many others who have passed away, he will be missed; however, he will never be forgotten. For me, John Wooden is re-born as I vow to learn more about him and read all his books.

As most of the world says good-bye to you John, I am one person saying Hello.

A Latin Phoenix Has Risen!

9:45 AM CRW1018 , 2 Comments

Today, success is spelled - C-H-U-B and this post is for Mr. Chub Johnson himself.

June 5, 2010 marks the beginning of the rest of your professional life my friend. With diploma (BA) in hand, get out there and apply what you've worked so hard to obtain. You're a smart guy with a great personality and now such a person will be given the ultimate weapon - use it wisely my brother!

Congratulations and I am thankful to have you to call a close friend; however, you've been more like a brother to me and for this fact, I am great-full that I can also call you my partner - in business.

Get your minds out of the gutter people! This is a kumbayah moment, not a "Thunder Down Under" type of affair.

Day 4 - Ready To Be Read!

11:54 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

With 5 minutes to spare (PST), I was able to post Day 4. It's a topic that hits home for many of us...I think. Any who, hope you enjoy the read.


As always, remember - in order to read the post, you need to click on the picture of me on my side bar titled "Husky Downs 365" or you can click below.



Day 3 - Es Listo!

8:48 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

The Lakers are kicking butt and about to beat the Celtics, tomorrow is Friday, Adriana Lima is back from having a baby and showing off her toned up body again and Husky Downs' 365 Day 3 topic is ready to be read!


What a glorious day it is my friends!

Day 2 Has Been Posted!

10:32 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

For those of you who plan on keeping up with Husky Downs 365 feel free to check it out as Day 2 has been posted!


If any of you find that you can relate, I would love to hear about it and if any of you want to join me on this journey to becoming a better person - I would absolutely love to hear about it too!

All comments, good or bad are welcomed in my lounge!

Busiest Morning Ever!

12:11 PM CRW1018 , 3 Comments

"Beep! Beep! Beep!"


It's 6:00 a.m. and as I lay in bed, I'm trying to think of a good reason to get out of going to work. Ah, who am I kidding. I love my job (crazy as that sounds) and although it is by far the most challenging job I have ever had, it sure beats being unemployed. Despite all this though, don't you ever just wake up and you realize what is in store for you at work and just wish you could stay all warm and cozy in bed? You know, hit the snooze button just one...*yawn*...more time. Yeah, you've been there before.


"Beep! Beep! Beep!"

Okay, so I hit it one more time and consequently found myself running around doing a half ass job of ironing, playing with my dogs and packing my left overs for lunch from the night before. I wasn't late, but I was on the cusp. Fun times.

It isn't even 7:30 a.m. when I'm getting text messages from both my Project Managers (PM's) asking me to do this and that for them. Oh, don't even trip - my PM's like to call them "favors". Let's cut the shit people, I am your subordinate and as a contingent worker (temp for hire) I will do just about anything to look good and get hired permanently. Well, almost anything. Just because June is National Gay, Lesbian take it in the booty month don't mean I will do ANYTHING to keep my job. I'm Husky Downs people, not Leonardo DiCaprio. This ain't Basketball Diaries. You'd better "axe" somebody!

Any who, I get into the office and I'm answering calls from clients, team members, Managers etc. I didn't even get a chance to take my usual break in the restroom. That's my time to catch up on my favorite electronic web sites (i.e. Gizmodo, iPhone Alley, IGN, USA Today) or play a level or two of "Angry Birds." I was stuck at my desk putting out fires, scheduling meetings, working on reports and well...pretty much going 100mph. Everything is always DEF CON 5.

It's like dude...when isn't it???

Alas, I put my foot down and decided it was time to get my grub on. So, I pull out my burrito (an actual bean and cheese for you cochinos), orange Gatorade (level 2 of course) and take my back pack into a nearby conference room. Lately I've been bringing my Macbook (name drop) with me to work so I can blog with you lovely people on my lunch break.

Jailbroken iPhone + MyWi App = Tethering Internet Service. Gotta love it.

My day is only halfway done and I still haven't taken a shit. I've got a conference call at 1pm and another at 3pm. I have to complete a couple agenda's, get to some minutes and one of the external stakeholders needs files sent to them one by one (50 total).

Just another day - Another Dollar. After all, isn't that why we do it?

"Beep! Beep! Beep!"

Time to get back to work people.

Cha-Ching!


Ejaculate Pre-maturely No More!

8:36 PM CRW1018 , 2 Comments

You know how sometimes there are headline innuendoes that crack you up, yet when you actually click on the article or read it the content had absolutely nothing to do with innuendo itself?


Yeah, well this is not one of those times. The picture is deceiving as this truly is about a product that can "potentially" help men with pre-ejaculation.

I know, I know - I thought the same thing - GET A LOAD OF THIS!

I thank the good Lord everyday that this is not something I have to worry about. When the kid on "American Pie" kept blowing his load early because the foreign chick was so damn hot - I couldn't relate. I mean, at least not to the premature ejaculation part(s). However, this is actually a serious problem for millions around the globe and quiet frankly it's sad. For some odd reason a song by Eazy-E just popped into my head, "Gimme that...that...that nut!."

The article below goes into detail about the drug known as PSD502 - a lidocaine and prilocaine (Como What?) based spray that is said to improve a man's ability to hold it in by 5.5 seconds. The aforementioned drug has been tested on 556 men, with an exposure of 23,000 during a period of 3 months. Apparently the spray is sprayed on the glans 5 minutes before sexual intercourse. For the medically termed impaired person, 5 minutes (guys) before you hit that, you actually got to pull it out (the spray that is) and douse yourself.

A little spritz n' spray goes a looooooong (5.5 seconds) way.

WARNING: There are two side effects.

  1. 3.1% of men actually had a loss of erection.
  2. 5% of women who had intercourse (did the no pants dance) suffered a burning sensation.
As Paris Hilton would say, "That's hot!"

Once again, thank you Jesus for giving me the libido of a rabbit, the ejaculate speed of a turtles brisk through the desert - all while making me handle it like a puma in heat.

Gracias a dios, Amen!

If any of you readers happens to be unfortunate and you have such a problem, let me bust something out right quick for you to read. Oops, I apologize for my poor choice in words. The link below may help with your problem.


Also, for anyone interested in more details about the article which goes into further details about these scientists, I have provided the link below as well.

Husky Downs 365 Debut!

8:06 PM CRW1018 , 0 Comments

Okay, so I've started a project within my blog. While it's a personal project, it also indirectly can have an affect on each of you as well. It really depends on you at the end of the day.


So, rather than get into what exactly it is, click on my icon on the left sidebar and do so daily!

This has been a Public Service Announcement (PSA) by Husky Downs.

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