Another Hello From Another New Guy
I'll be honest, I live a pretty uneventful life, so I'll try to keep this short (key word: try) for everyone; however I do want to introduce myself as a new writer.
Unlike Mike, I never delved into the enormous world of sports until 2004. Yep, that's right (a little hint that I'm younger than the other writers). Game 7 of the Astros national league championship game against the Cardinals, in which Craig biggio led the game off with a homerun to left field. I had no idea what that pitch and subsequent hit would mean to my life.
Needless to say, sports has brought my grades down a substantial amount and forced me into deep bouts of hibernation after gut wrenching losses, while the heartwarming wins have caused my family to label me a maniac. Of course, this is normal for all sports fans.
All these sudden spikes in emotions cause me to be irrational when assessing a matter and thus, why I write. Oh sure, I love writing, it's one of my favorite hobbies, however, the real reason I write is to calm myself down. Or at least, that's why I thought I wrote.
Then Facebook entered my life - a godsend for my fellow students and I, a devil for my grades (yeah, they're suffering). I started to post my thoughts on numerous sports subjects and though there were tons of people that disagreed with me, I noticed that the comments were piling up, often reaching over 100 with only 15 or so people. That's when I realized what writing truly meant to me. Sure, it calms me down, but its real greatness lies in its ability to bring out the best arguments in everyone.
Just like Mike, I saw an opportunity in the opening here. Was I nervous when I wrote that application? Hell yeah. Am I nervous now? You bet. I can't help but wonder whether people will love or hate my writings.
Not surprisingly, writing this piece has helped me realize once again that it doesn't matter whether everyone likes my opinion, but what's important is that I do my best to spark a debate and bring you news.
Shouldn't be too hard right? Right Vivek, right...
Anyway, I can only hope to be as good as Tim, TT, and Mike and I will try.
In Texans related news, Jeremiah Johnson is practicing at 220 pounds! Ah, the NFL offseason at it's finest.
(If your wondering why this was posted at around 1:00 am, it's because I'm currently in Singapore visiting my mom who works here).
- Vivek
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Mad Props for V
V you’re on your way. I’m proud of you man. As a person who was with you there at the beginning and saw you grow from a kid who had no idea about sports, to someone who knows about everything, I have to say I’m proud. I’m really happy for you man. You better give me a shout out one of these days. Good luck with this man, I’ll make sure to read everything you write.
-H
All these boundaries - Africa, Asia, Malaysia, America - are set by men. But you don't have to look at boundaries when you are looking at a man - at the character of a man. The question is: What do you stand for? Are you a follower, or are you a leader? -Hakeem Olajuwon
by SlatonShuffle on Jun 19, 2009 1:16 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
*breaks down into tears* (not really)
Thanks H2. Wouldn’t have had this chance without you and Aaron teaching me the ropes, i.e. learning what it means to run, dribble, pass, shoot, score, etc. lol. It’s funny b/c it’s true…
"I'm just looking forward to something great happening in the city of Houston" - Tracy McGrady
Still waiting...
by DreKeem on Jun 19, 2009 1:24 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
welcome
GO TEXANS!!!!
This is the year.......
by Texanmaniac on Jun 19, 2009 6:37 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Good Job. Looking forward to working with you.
- Mike
Clutchfans.net - Chuck 4
TexansTalk.com - Frak The Jags
by Mike Kerns on Jun 19, 2009 6:44 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
welcome aboard!
Smushiak will take us to the playoffs in 2009.
by texanphil on Jun 19, 2009 7:19 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Welcome to the party
I can tell you now that your writing style seems very conducive to this type of environment. I think you will enjoy the hell out of it…..even when we attempt to tear you a new one on some half-meaningless subject, just because we’re bored in the offseason.
Oh, and watch your their, there, & they’re usage…..grammar nazis are lurking in these parts.
by Shake on Jun 19, 2009 7:57 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wouldnt consider myself a “Grammar Nazi,” but after the last couple of years Clutchfans I cant handle the improper use of Your and There. But I never call anyone out on it.
Clutchfans.net - Chuck 4
TexansTalk.com - Frak The Jags
by Mike Kerns on Jun 19, 2009 8:15 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I usually only call it out when I'm pissy that day
Which, as it happens, is a lot of days.
And props to DK for already fixing it.
by Shake on Jun 19, 2009 11:13 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Welcome aboard!
I am a grammar nazi, but I try to shelve that part of my existence when posting on these boards. Good luck, and I look forward to reading from you guys.
When I'm on the mic, I'm like global warming, you can't ignore me.
by tehGrindCrusher on Jun 19, 2009 9:45 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Welcome to the blog
I don’t mind Jeremiah Johnson’s physical resemblance to Maurice Jones-Drew, so long as his running does, too!
It will happen
by Rip Jersey on Jun 19, 2009 1:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
good...another one
glad to have more fresh blood….
by turnip73 on Jun 20, 2009 8:18 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Happy to serve, Dracula.
"I'm just looking forward to something great happening in the city of Houston" - Tracy McGrady
Still waiting...
by DreKeem on Jun 20, 2009 8:27 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

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