I've already written about the time I tried and failed to rig a game of dodgeball so the annoying kids would lose. Here's my second disastrous dodgeball story. I was a regular supply at this absolutely dreadful school for about a year. These kids were beastly. Some subs went in once and never came back. … Continue reading Dodgeball Disaster, Take Two
Sports Bets: Masters Edition
Betting Stats: NBA: 3-4 (down $127) NHL: 8-6 (up $387) MLB: 1-1 (up $45) NCAA Basketball: 1-0 (up $165) Winnings: Up $470 With the Masters starting tomorrow, it's time to make my pick. If you're a golf fan, you'll watch this tournament intensely whether you place a bet or not. Sure, no Tiger Woods puts … Continue reading Sports Bets: Masters Edition
Sports Bets: April 6th
Betting Stats: NBA: 3-3 (down $27) NHL: 7-6 (up $202) MLB: 0-1 (down $100) NCAA Basketball: 1-0 (up $165) There was a point last night, when the Mets were up 2-0 with deGrom dominating, the Jets were beating up on the Sens 4-1, and the Nets were up 5 late against the Knicks, that I … Continue reading Sports Bets: April 6th
Dodgeball Gone Wrong
My first contract as a teacher was for the last six weeks of the school year a few years back. It was for a grade 5/6 class. I was the sucker who agreed to take a full-time job right at the end of the year, leaving me with a group of summer-hungry kids, while also … Continue reading Dodgeball Gone Wrong
Beer Blog #8: Bud Light
Obviously Bud Light is nothing like some of the fancier beers I've reviewed. It's a kickback beer, good for a tailgate or a cottage. If you're looking to pound back a dozen beers and have a good time, here's the beer for you. If you're wanting flavour, stay away. In judging the taste, there's not … Continue reading Beer Blog #8: Bud Light
Sports Bets: April 5th
Betting Stats: NBA: 3-2 (up $73) NHL: 7-5 (up $302) Plenty of bets for tonight. This is truly one of the best times of the year if you're a sports fan! Let's get started with the lock of all locks, a pick I've been waiting to give to you since last Thursday: Today's Bets- MLB: … Continue reading Sports Bets: April 5th
DAR: Race #16- The Final Race of Season 1
All good things must come to an end. Yesterday, we witnessed Midnight Snack clinch the Title with a clutch win, his sixth of the season. Today's race was more for pride, but there was still plenty of money on the line and a chance to move up the standings. Here it is, folks, Race #16 … Continue reading DAR: Race #16- The Final Race of Season 1
DAR: Race # 15- Three Horses Remain in Title Contention
With just two races left in season 1, only three horses have a chance at being the top horse- Midnight Snack with 5 wins, Mure the Great with 4 wins, and Hoof Hearted with 3 wins. Take a look to see if any of them could find their way to victory, or if a lowly … Continue reading DAR: Race # 15- Three Horses Remain in Title Contention
Ber Blog #7: St. Ambroise Oatmeal Stout
Here's an online review of this beer from some sort of beer connoisseur: "Like a good cheddar, this drinks very well if left out of the fridge a bit - the sharpness of the cold hides the flavours that mellow with temperature. You’ll find that belgian chocolate taste, the espresso edge... it’s best paired with … Continue reading Ber Blog #7: St. Ambroise Oatmeal Stout
DAR: Race #14- Clutch Win Keeps Horse in Title Contention!
The third to last race of the season was a huge one. With so few races left, a few horses were in need of a win to keep them in contention. Take a look at who was able to race their way to victory and stay in the hunt in trying to become the top … Continue reading DAR: Race #14- Clutch Win Keeps Horse in Title Contention!
