TV thoughts

Well, tonight is the big night. Yup, the finale of the Amazing Race. Presently, the families are in Absorakee, which is about an hour's drive from where we live now. In fact, my wife has co-workers that live there. Who's going to win tonight? I don't know. I'm rooting for the Linz* family.

The Survivor finale was last Sunday, with Dani beating Steph. I really can't blame the jury for the way they voted, Steph really did cause their demise. However, the person that truly deserved to win came in 3rd. Yup, I think that Rafe should have one. Granted, he didn't win the last immunity challenge. If he had, I don't think there would have been anyway he could have lost. He probably played the best game I've seen from a Survivor contestant in a long time.

Last night we watched "How I met your mother." I think it was a repeat, however, we had not seen it. I just loved it. Personally, I would much rather go to a Wine and Cheese party than some dumb old night club. I really don't get clubs. I would much rather spend time with the company of a few close friends than with a bunch of strangers.

Vikings News: Some columnists are suggesting we trade Culpepper. I know Brad Johnson has basically saved the team (well not really), but can the Vikings afford it. As far as the team being saved, the offense has been just average (granted, BJ isn't turning the ball over like DC was), but the defense and special teams have picked up their game play considerably. My only fear is that Zigy is going to actually think that Tice can coach and keep him around for another year. So, should I be hoping the Vikings stink the last few games so Tice gets canned, or do I hope the Vikings can win their last games, and possibly make the playoffs. Oh the dilemma?

Twins News: Jacque Jones turned down the Twins offer for arbitration. That means that Jacque will probably not be in a Twin's uniform next year. I've read that he's had multi-year offers from several team, including KC. Umm... Jacque, why the heck would you want to play for KC. Also, the Dodgers have expressed interest, and I can see him playing in LA. Since he grew up in San Diego, LA would be close to home. As for the Twins, this probably means that Lew Ford will get to be an everyday outfielder. Although, I've read from a few insiders that Cuddyer might be our everyday Right Fielder. O.k., I like Cuddyer, but he's no Lew Ford.

Oh well, enough ranting. Time to take some advil. I've been having horrible back pains the last few days. Probably should go to the doctor, but won't. As long as I don't wake up with any NEW pain, I'm doing ok.


*EDIT: Ok, so I wrote Linz, but I meant Bransen family. I really don't like them Linz's