No beer at Citizen’s Bank Park this year folks, they lost the opener.
(queue rimshot)
Jokes aside, the Phillies lost their home opener to the Braves in extra innings on Monday. Then, last night they lost again in extra innings after a superb pitching performance by phenom Cole Hamels. The dark spot on the Phillies this year is, in fact, like they said in spring training, their bullpen. I had high hopes this seasons, as I’m sure other fans did, as well as players, coaches, and everyone else. Loses are a lot more heartbreaking after you blow a lead. If these two games are any tell-tale sign of how the season’s going to go, I’ll just cover my eyes right now.
I still have hope.
-dan
April 5th, 2007
Batman - When this cinematic masterpiece debuted in 1989, i was only a young buck, but i fell in love instantly. Equal parts explosive action and comedic relief, this film kind of established Tim Burton as a legitimate director. His little quirky style pops up every now and again, but for the most part, he created this incredibly believable dark world that fits the elements this film spewed across. The true treasure of this movie lies in Jack Nicholson’s well-played Joker. His one liners and overall aura birthed a memorable villain that brought a comic book drawing to life. Not to mention, he made a pretty penny out of it too. I’m just glad they didn’t use Robin Williams.
Swervedriver - Not many people have heard of Swervedriver, but they’re probably one of my favorites. Tightly fitting into the shoegaze era of early nineties UK, these Brits added a dreamy fog to buzzing guitars and pop sensibilities. This music is perfect for taking drugs and then doing something where you’re in constant movement, like driving a car, riding on a train, or motorcycling. However, I don’t condone any of these activities, but there was one time where I decided it would be fun to walk home (30 blocks) after smoking opium. I took Swervedriver with me and it was possibly the best walk I’ve ever had in my life.
April 5th, 2007
