This was a sign in a grocery store, pretty much says it all..

Chicago-God I Love his City

I am sitting here in my hotel room and view is spectacular. Lake Michigan, the museums, and Soldier Field..what a sight. We are getting ready to head over to Wrigley Field maybe catch some Cub's batting practice. It is going to be a grand day....good friends, baseball, and of course some adult libations.

We said goodbye to Cecilia Canc'er and The Rocketts

Well, this has been a few days I care not to remember. I mentioned a few weeks ago that my younger sister had to have a biopsy done. Well, yadda yadda and what it all boiled down to was she had cancer in her right lung. Well, she had surgery this past Wednesday and they ended up taking the upper lobe of the right lung and all the lymph nodes, hence the title of the blog. Prior to the surgery she was told that it would be the most painful thing she will have experienced for a long time. Holy shit, was that Doctor right. My brother Mark and I saw her this morning and it was gut wrenching to see her in that much pain. She was ready to give up and at that moment and I told her you are tough and a "Hayes" and things will be ok. Since then I have talked with her husband Sammy and she is doing better. They were finally able to regulate everything and figure what pain meds will help her the most. I am rambling on because I am sitting in a motel room in Mt. Vernon, Illinois missing family and most of all my other half, Val. We haven't seen each other in a few days. We are meeting in Chicago for a Cubs' and Bears' game Love to all my family, Sue (Sue's friend), Val, Ed, and all my friends hope to see you soon.

Go Cubbies!!

Well, one down three to go! I am here in St.Louis with my better half and a friend for the Cubs vs. Cards game toinight and can hardly wait. We arrived about 9:15, checked in, and went to the bar just in time to see the Cubs beat the Cards. Even tho they won they had to provide a heart attack moment to the tune of loading bases in the bottom of the ninth but thank God to no avail. Can't they just come in the bottom of the ninth and win like everyone else does? The Cubs have a 1 1/2 lead with 15 games to play. Next week we're off to Chicago to see them play Pittsburgh. Go Cubs Go, Go Cubs Go, what do ya say Cubs are going to win today! Those of you that are Cubs fans sorry, the tune is in your head isn't it?

Big Brother 8

Finally, she is gone! She being Jen of course. I quit smoking and think it's a terrible addiction but I think I would have just about killed her if she would have done that to my cigs. Now that she's gone who can I hate now? Ok hate is a little strong how about Zach? He's flying so low he is going to crash. Time to say bubye, Zachman. I am so ready for a dry weekend. I have to mow before I have to bale hay. Later Gators

It's Been A While

For some reason I just can't get into blogging. I suppose I could let everyone know about Big Brother and Pirate Master, dirty bastards cancelled it. At least you can still catch the episodes on CBS.com. Well, received bad news on the home front today. My sister Sue had a catscan done today and they found a mass on one of her lungs. She is going to have a biopsy done next Wednesday. She can be tough when needed and now is the time for toughness. Now on a lighter note, we in the midwest are going to float away if it continues to rain. Up north it reminds me of the floods of '93. Yuckkkkkkkkk!!!!!!!!!! Well till next time, adios.

Big Brother 8

I must say this has been interesting. Besides Dick being a "dick" and way too much crying going on my only question is why is Jen still there? GET RID OF HER!!!!!!!! She isn't as stupid as everyone thinks and before she can do anymore damage she needs to go.

Jen picture courtesy CBS

Iowa State Fair

Well, it's that time of year again. If you have never been to Iowa State Fair than you don't know what you are missing. There is everything from the "Butter Cow" to giant boar that has gonads as big as basketballs, no I am not kidding. The food choices a plenty. Corn dogs, funnel cakes, and turkey legs, roasted corn-on-the-cob are the norm but if you want something on a stick you have come to the right place. There is chicken on a stick, pork chop on a stick, meatballs on a stick, (one of my favorites) cheese on a stick, deep fried pickle on a stick, and last but not least deep fried Twinkies, Snickers, and Milky Ways on a stick. The new item last year was "Hot Beef Sundae" that's right, bread, mash potatoes, rost beef, gravy, and a cherry tomatoe on top. I hear it is pretty good. I have been to a few other state fairs with high points being a turkey leg and some carnival rides. If you are in the neighborhood join us and experience a "real" State Fair.

Blogging Again

Well, it's been awhile since I have chatted. Not much going on except it's been hotter than a welldigger's ass here in the heartland, thank God for central air. I can't believe growing up we survived with just a couple of window units. Our parents were fortunate to have one in their room and we had one in the dining room where we could eat in comfort. As far as sleeping in comfort, fans were the thing. To this day I sleep with a fan year round, as do my brother and sister. Ah, the wonderful sound of a fan....zzzzzzzzzz

Work Update #2

Well, it's been a month and I am not so sure this line of work is for me. As you can tell I have yet to win the lottery. I am still in training and am not quite sure how it will be when it's over. One thing I know for sure is it's been a long time since I have studied this much, the brain is a little dormant. That's all for now, when I am actually doing the job I will let all know what's happening.

Dottie the Dalmation

This was a little girl I was hoping to meet. Unfortunately she didn't survive the aftermath of being abused. Check out www.seyah1.blogspot.com for the whole story. To those of you that delight in treating animals like kicking posts, punching bags, and anything else that causes pain I hope you get caught and get prosecuted. Anything you do to an animal should be turned right back on you! Assholes!!!!!!!!!! Sorry, I do so feel better....

Survivor Finale

Well, this is a little late but I knew that Dreamz would f--- Yau-Man, which he did. Earl won with every vote from the jury. Congrats Earl!!! I hope the next Survivor's contestants have a little more class and personality.

Survivor-Fiji 13

Well I thought for sure that Yau-man was a goner but good Ol' Stacey decided to tip their hand. Let me explain: Yau-man made a deal with Dreamz that he would give (Yau-Man won the the vehicle) Dreamz the truck if Dreamz would guarantee that if he made it to the 4th round he would give up his spot to Yau-man. Well, Dreamz, Stacey, and Cassandra ( they thought Earl was with them) wanted Yau-Man out because he is a definite threat. Their first choice was Boo but he won immunity. Well during tribel council Stacey made the comment that she thought the vote would be split. Well the look on Yau-Man's face was priceless and he figured he was probably going to be voted out so at the very last minute he decided to use his hidden idol. It was a good thing because everybody but Earl voted for Yau-Man but because he used the the idol any votes against him didn't count. Whew, did you get that??????? I hope so because I am not explaining that one again. Wow, what a tangled web we weave . When do suppose they will figure out that Dreamz can't be trusted? He is the one that initiated getting Yau-Man out so he wouldn't have to live up to his part of the bargain. Again, I will say, wake up people HE HAS TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kentucky Derby

Life is good! What a great day it was. The Queen enjoying the race, Street Sense sitting in 19th place coming from behind to win the Derby, and last but not least Val & I hitting the trifecta. Yes, you heard right. We placed a four horse $1 trifecta bet (2-7-8-12) and won $220. We threw the 12 horse in because that was Val's number in softball and just in case there was more rain this horse had previously won on a muddy track. Although the payout was no where close to the payout in 2005 and 2006, $133,134.80 and $11,418.40, the extra money is welcome. The Queen fit right in with her hat and I am sure she had a good time. I hear she didn't place any bets but I would like to have known what horse she liked.

Don't Drink The Water

For these four I think there is definately something in the water. It's probably booze for Paris and David but I think there is something evil mixed with it for Kim & Alec. So, here we have it; Paris is going to jail, David fell off the wagon, and well the other two are just plane evil for puting their daughter in the middle of their differences.

David, Kim & Alec pictures courtesy of CBS

Paris picture courtesy of MSNBC

Work Update

A week has gone by and being back in the workforce sucks. I so enjoyed the time I had off. I had no idea what the Insurance world entailed. My hat's off to those that have been in this industry for awhile. It can be a little intimidating but I am sure I will fair well. I survived the 1st week, let's see if I survive the 2nd. Stay tuned updates to follow....

Survivor-Fiji Part 12

Another one bites the dust, so long Alex. Before he was voted off Alex tried his darnedest to get everyone to vote off Yau-Man but to now avail. I caught myself screaming at the T.V. yelling "not Yau-Man! Use the idol", thank God he didn't, he might need it next week. Yau-Man and Boo should really keep an eye on the rest of the bunch or they will be next. The targets on their backs are growing larger by the minute. I still can't believe they trust Dreamz so much. He needs to go far far away. I believe it's going to get nasty the next couple of weeks, some are starting to drift away from their old alliances.

Alex picture courtesy of Yahoo.

Shoot If I Must....

Well, tomorrow is the day I have to go back into the workforce, drat. As you have figured out I didn't win the damn lottery, somebody did but it wasn't me. Marsh appears to be a good place to work and am looking forward to starting a new career. We shall see what we shall see.

Survivor-Fiji Part 11

Mookie, Mookie did you really think you would be sticking around after going through Yau-Man's things? So sad too bad, now if they will just get rid of Dreamz. How can they be so blind to this guy? I believe Alex is next but they better get Dreamz before he backstabs everyone and wins the damn thing. Please don't let that happen. Go Stacey and Boo.........

Mookie Picture Courtesy of Yahoo

Urban Dare Part 2

Well, even tho it was fun helping Mark and Ed out with several clues, the boys didn't fare to well in the Urban Dare this past weekend. This is the second time I have helped them and this time I felt more at ease navigating the internet. Although the clues were tricky it seemed they figured them out in a more timely fashion. Their downfall was not reading one of the dares correctly and probably would have been penalized for it. They might do it again in September and with all the experience of the past two I have every confident that they will win. Even if you didn't win, kudos to you!!!!