Headed out to Jericho for The fifth annual New York Jets Charity Golf Classic that features, it seems, about half the roster and most of the big names (Chad Pennington, Kellen Clemens, Laveranues Coles, Kerry Rhodes, Alan Faneca, David Harris, etc.) are scheduled to attend. GM Mike Tannenbaum is a golf junkie and may be there, though I won’t find that out until I get there.
This entry isn’t transferring much information other than where I’m headed this morning, but I needed to replace the Flight Crew stuff as my latest blog post (s). They seemed to have captured an inordinate amount of attention, even from Newsday’s top blog-dog, Neil Best. Getting an acknowledgment from him is the high school equivalent of the most popular girl in school waving at you. And, now as then, it's appreciated.
As an aside to Big A, I'm going out the door now and I just saw the Cleveland question. I'll get to it this afternoon. Cliff......yeah, that about says it all.
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Ya...sorry about that...enjoy the day
Erik, I heard some speculation that K. Rhodes might be the guy Mangini picks to wear the new defensive radio-helmet. Could you see if there's any fire to this smoke? Thanks. It'd be interesting to have a non-LBer wearing it. I think the conventional thought would be to give it to the MLB (ILB).
I think that's quite enough abouot the cheer leaders. There are sights dedicated to that subject. I think for a news paper blog this story has been over-killed!
Cliff....
Things you can't miss in Cleveland....
The Brookpark Ford plant across the street from the airport in Parma.
The great big wall on I-80 (is it 80?-help me ebola) as you head westbound out of the city- that you almost have to make a full left turn to avoid.
Really large steel plants.
A lot of people with Polish ancestry. (Good pierogies).
The eternal legacy created by a voting population that once elected Dennis Kucinich Mayor of the city.
Unusually clean air in spite of the heavy industry (with some local exceptions).
I'll let Boland divulge the things the Chamber of Commerce would rather have you read about.
Al, don't have a cow. It's not like there's breaking news about the Jets that's being overlooked.
Erik, you're doing a fine job!
Thanks Islander, I think it was Big A that was going to Cleveland. I refuse to go to the city that, as Stern's cohorts dubbed it, the new C word.
Oops Cliff...correct....should be Big A..
where's the "edit last post" icon when ya need it.
yeah im a gAnStA
The Jets signed seventh round pick Garner (OL) while you were out loafing around, Boland. Don't worry pal, we'll pick up the slack for ya'.
Big A, I'm not sure what Islander505 is talking about (I do, but still...), although Islander, I think the wall you're talking about is off of I-71 turning onto 480. And good call on the pierogies.
Now, Big A, very quick: if you like newer ballparks, get to Progressive Field for an Indians game, if for no other reason than to try the best hotdog mustard anywhere (even hard-bitten NY reporters agree with me on that). I'm not sure what your kids like to do but the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is top-notch as is the Museum of Natural History and Museum of Modern Art. The NASA Glenn Research Center is pretty cool if you like that sort of thing and the Pro Football Hall of Fame isn't too far away in Canton if you've never been there. Let me know if you're looking for something else more specific. Everyone will enjoy Cedar Point. Get taffy and fudge while there.
And Darrell, they won't make up their minds on who will wear that radio until training camp and more than likely a few different guys will get to try it. To your question specifically, which I asked someone with the Jets, Rhodes is "definitely possible."
Don't forget the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame. ....
I forgot about the Metropark Zoo (it's been 30 years since I lived there)...and THE JAKE (I hate selling out names---it will always be the Jake) is a don't miss....great ballpark....although I miss cavernous Municipal Stadium....it was a true throwback to a bygone era.....
.......and no more "Flats"......sigh.
I always found little self guided tours through the Bratenahl area entertaining.....lot's of great old historic mansions. Many were "safe" houses during pre-Civil War "Underground Railroad" days.
In ref to "the wall" I was also one of those "rookies" who nearly drove head on into that "wall" on I-71 the 1st time I was on it.
One of the scariest damn moments of my life.
Loved my two years in Cleveland.....met a lot of great people who are still good friends today.
Uh, thanks for the suggestions AND the warnings. LOL. I hope the weather is not too much of a factor.
I'll put the sights up for a vote with kids and see where we end up. Be leaving in the early morning. Thanks guys and Go Jets!!!
Islander505, when and why did you live in Cleveland? Just curious. And agreed on the old Stadium.
Big A, let me know how things turn out.
I like that question. "Why did you live in Cleveland?" Chances are the answer is "because I had to"...nobody WANTS to live in Cleveland. It's...well...just kinda there to give Drew Carrey a gig and to give a few sucky teams a home.
Cliff, I knew you of all people would pick up on the phrasing of that question!
Boland, you're still up? I'm impressed. I pegged you for the 10 o'clock bedtime...maybe 10:30. However, I must admit I wouldn't be able to sleep after a day like you had...you must've been all giddy (yes, giddy).
LOL....Spot on answer to the question Cliff.
First job out of college in 77 and that is where "they sent me".
Was there until 79.
Two worst winters of my life (it NEVER stopped snowing....the almighty "lake effect").
And I say that with a disclaimer that I moved from Cleveland to Alaska in 79. Anchorage winters were colder but not near as much snow.