How 'bout them Jazz!!

I'll admit, there were a couple of times last night where I was scared that Kobe had brought his broom to Utah. I can't really put into words how much I hate the Lakers. I don't know if there are even words to describe it. Even the most offensive, vile words don't even begin to convey the feelings I have inside for the Lakers. I hate Houston more, but the Lakers are a close second.(I'm not very good at reading lips, but I think Boozer said something naughty after slamming it down Gasol's ugly face)I'm glad we got a win last night, and I hope we can keep it up on Saturday. Sure, we may only be delaying the inevitable, but I would love to delay it as long as possible.(Pardon me, Pau. I must dunk this ball in your ugly, homo-erectus looking face.)I love the playoffs and I don't want the Jazz to pull a "MacGrady" and be knocked out in the first round. Especially by the Lakers.

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Pau Gasol is the bastard child of the Geico caveman and Barbara Streisand.

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Who the hell is Perez Hilton?

So, once again the gay marriage question has been brought up, and once again we're forced to hear how anyone who doesn't wholeheartedly support gay marriage is a biggot, and now (according to Perez Hilton) a bitch. If you haven't heard about the latest attrocity against the gay community, watch this:I'll admit, whether or not gay's have the right to marry would have little or no direct impact on me personally. No one in my family is gay (that I know of) and I don't have any close friends who are gay, so the whole debate over gay marriage isn't something I really have a strong opinion on. I understand (as much as possible) the perspective of the homosexual community in wanting the right to marry, and I understand the perspective of the heterosexual community in wanting to define marraige as a union between a man and a woman. Both sides have valid points and concerns and it's a difficult and divisive subject to address.
What infuriates me about this particular situation is all of the fallout and subsequent defamation of Miss California because of the answer she gave to the question posed by Perez Hilton (the idiot in the video). My opinion is this: If you don't want to hear an honest answer to a question, don't ask it. It seems like Perez was trolling for the answer he wanted to hear and knew that he would instantly place any of the constestants in a difficult situation by asking the gay marriage question. I'm sure he thought that when he asked the question, the constestant who answered would simply become another advocate for gay marriage and use the time to champion the cause in hopes of furthering their career. So, now that Miss California stood up for her beliefs and stated an honest opinion on gay marriage, there's nothing left to do but villianize her and try and paint her as another homophobic biggot.
I laugh at the hypocrisy in this situation. On the one hand, a (I'm assuming he's homosexual) man is asking a question about the "rights" of gays to marry, but on the other hand, when he doesn't agree with her answer, he tramples on her right to have and voice an opinion by trying to portray her as some anti-gay hatemonger. In the video, Perez makes reference to Presidential candidates and tries (unsuccessfully) to explain why he thinks there's a difference between someone running for President and a woman running for Miss America. He says that Miss America is someone who should "represent all of America," as if the President has no such obligation.
The message I take from this whole situation is that if you're going to assume a role that places you in the public eye, it's your duty...nay...your RESPONSIBILITY to know what the prevailing opinion of the crowd you're addressing is, regarding any topic, and agree with it. Anything short of that makes you "unAmerican." I wonder if she had been asked that same question at an NRA convention if her answer would have been met with such hostility?
I admire Miss California for letting her honest opinion on such a hot-button topic be known. I think it takes courage to be true to your beliefs and not simply cater to masses and sell-out. And as for what I think of Perez Hilton, I think this picture says it best. Who the hell is Perez Hilton, anyway?

Family BaBy Shower!

I was so happy to be able to have a baby shower with my whole family on conference weekend! Maya was Officially SPOILED! Thank you for coming you guys and getting so much for our little girl! Now i just have to survive the next 7 weeks and 6 days(hopefully she comes early and not late)! Matt and I are getting very excited but still have so much to do! CAn't WaIT!!!!

Happy Easter!!

We enjoyed a Saturday Easter celebration with my family and were happy to have them over to our house! WE had dinner, dyed eggs, and of course watched the jazz game! We had a great night and were so thrilled so much of our family was able to be there!

Matt's Thoughts on Liars

We all know one. Hell, we've all done it from time to time. I have no problem with someone telling an occasional white lie to avoid an awkward moment or to spare someone else embarrassment. I'm not saying it's right, just that it's sometimes understandable and excusable.
I do, however, have a gigantic problem with people who are chronic liars or deceivers. I hate these people and think the world would be a much better place if we could round them all up and dump them in the ocean.
I tend to find that people who are chronic liars generally possess similar characteristics. Being a liar is only one small part of who they are. Usually, chronic liars possess the following traits (in addition to being a liar):

• Laziness. Lying is often times a way that they facilitate being a lazy pile.


• Poor hygiene. The chronic liar will frequently smell bad. I have no explanation for this one, but I've discovered it's usually the case.


• Insecurity. Someone who is addicted to lying frequently tells lies so they look better, or so people around them look worse.


• Spousal abuse. Not always the case, but I thought I'd add it anyway.


• No morals. Lying is obviously immoral, but someone who lies all the time about the most minute, peripheral details is more often than not intrinsically immoral and we would all be better off if they were shot.


• Arrogance. I don't know why, but people who always lie posses a certain arrogance. They seem to think everyone around them is a clueless moron that doesn't pick up on their lies.


• Annoying. This goes without saying. There's nothing more annoying than being around a liar. The worst part is having to coexist with someone you know is a liar, and not being able to call them to the carpet. Sometimes, in order to maintain a small degree of civility between yourself and the liar, you're forced to simply suck it up and smile.

Of course, this list is just the tip of the iceberg. I could easily pen out a novel that would rival "War and Peace" in length on the subject of liars, but I'll confine myself to a few short paragraphs to sum up my thoughts.
If you're reading this and happen to be a chronic liar, know this: A) I hate you, and B) you're not as clever as you think you are. For the sake of anyone who is forced to interact with you, I kindly request that you stop being a liar and face any consequences that may result from being honest.
If you're reading this and aren't a lying pile of garbage, please feel free to leave your comments expressing your feelings for liars.
All of this jargon may seem like just random thoughts or capricious babbling, but it makes me feel vindicated and has proven very therapeutic. I just hope it reaches it's target audience.

My Little Buddy

This is our nephew, Jaren, sitting in his "Bumbo". He's definitely one of the top 10 coolest babies of all time. I'd say he's number 1 or 2, right by June.