That Swedish guy

Okay, so I guess it's time to say something about this whole Peace Prize thingy. I've been talking to a few people here over the weekend and today, and even Americans agree that it's way too early for Obama to receive such an award. I haven't met anyone yet defending the choice of the Nobel Committee, and I must say I agree with them.

The pros: Obama has done a good job re-establishing US-Russian relations, and let's face it, that is pretty important for the stability of both economies and peace throughout. He's also promised to end the war in Iraq by xx.yy.20zz (can't remember the date), close down Guantanamo Bay, and this is all good and well. He has also singel-handedly cured AIDS and reunited the Korean peninsula, and rumour has it there has been established a direct line from the White House to Mars.

The cons: Obama was nominated 12 days (ooooooooh, look at me using the bold lettering for the first time) into his presidency. 12 days. Most people spend more time writing their term paper. Obama did enough to warrant a Peace Prize? And, last time I checked, he's still running two wars!! Peace Prize?

I was very confused by this decision until I saw who the members of the Nobel Committee are: Thorbjørn Jagland, whom I respect deeply, and then a bunch of old, conservative leftists. (Is that possible, you ask? In a social democracy, I say it is.)

It will be a good publicity stunt though, having the leader of the free world in Oslo for a day or two in December. But this award should (could) have come at a later time in his presidency, maybe in a few years time, when he has actually withdrawn from Iraq and closed Guantanamo. Yoy get back to me then...

Zombieland

Went to see Zombieland on Saturday, after a delicious hibachi meal. This movie is not your ordinary zombie splatter, although it is very, very gory. It is well acted, well written, and the actors are perfect in their roles. A very good movie and one to recommend if you need a good laugh.

Week 5 picks

I know, I know, I promised you some power rankings this week, but I have been busy. For the record, I think the Mannings are quarterbacking the two best teams in the league right now, with Minnesota and New Orleans a notch below. Onto the action...

Cincinnati
@ Baltimore
Pick: Cincinnati +8.5

Pittsburgh
@ Detroit
Pittsburgh might be the 6th or 7th best team in the league.
Pick: Pittsburgh -10.5

Tampa Bay
@ Philadelphia
Pick: Philadelphia -14.5

Washington
@ Carolina
Pick: Washington +3.5

Dallas
@ Kansas City
Pick: Kansas City +8.0

Cleveland
@ Buffalo
Pick: Cleveland +6.0

Oakland
@ New York
Pick: New York -14.5

Minnesota
@ St. Louis
Pick: Minnesota -10.0

Atlanta
@ San Francisco
Pick: San Francisco -2.5

Jacksonville
@ Seattle
Pick: Seattle -1.0

Houston
@ Arizona
Pick: Arizona -5.5

Indianapolis
@ Tennessee
Pick: Indianapolis -3.5

New York
@ Miami
Pick: New York -1.0

Bye: Chicago, Green Bay, New Orleans, San Diego

Last week: 4-9

Season: 30-28-1

I know, I know

I'm waaaaay late. Patience is a virtue, but so is awesomeness, right?

Tuesday Evening Moron

Brett Favre was not the difference last night. Trent Edwards could've won that game for the Vikings. Deciding factor: Vikings O-line. And if you disagree with that, you can fuck off. (Yes, I'm upset that the Pack lost)

I am currently in the process of wolfing down some Ritz and brie, man how I have missed it! Power rankings tomorrow!

Edit: Am I the only one who sees the irony in molded cheese?

PS: Comments are enabled, stop whining to yourself and let the world know!

Week 4 picks

Can someone please tell me what to do with my fantasy team?

Tampa Bay
@ Washington
Pick: Washington -7.0

New York
@ Kansas City
Pick: New York -8.5

Detroit
@ Chicago
Pick: Detroit +10.0

Cincinnati
@ Cleveland
Pick: Cincinnati -5.5

Seattle
@ Indianpolis
Pick: Indianapolis -10.5

Oakland
@ Houston
Pick: Oakland +9.0

Tennessee
@ Jacksonville
Pick: Tennessee -3.0

Buffalo
@ Miami
Pick: Buffalo -1.0

New York
@ New Orleans
Pick: New Orleans -7.0

Dallas
@ Denver
Pick: Denver +3.0

St. Louis
@ San Francisco
Pick: St. Louis +9.5

San Diego
@ Pittsburgh
Pick: San Diego +6.0

Green Bay
@ Minnesota
Pick: Green Bay +3.5

Bye: Arizona, Atlanta, Carolina, Philadelphia

Last Week: 10-5

Season: 26-19-1

I want the truth!

You can't handle the truth! Great movie!