Costumes
What was your first halloween costume?
I don't really remember what the first one was - I think it was a cheap, store bought cowboy outfit, complete with the chaps, little red hat, a small silver toy pistol and a ton of attitude - I was three...
What costume did you hate?
Probaby the time I did drag for Halloween - I didn't have a wig, my make-up was terrible and my panty-hose kept riding up. Ouch!! (But damn it all, I was still an incredibly sexy drag-beast... lol)
What are you going to be this year?
Just going to be me - too broke to buy candy for the munchkins (damn that light bill) so I'm turning off the lights and watching the Muppets on RAW - that should be awesome.
What was your most expensive costume?
Probably my drag queen outfit - those panty hose aren't cheap.
What was your favorite costume?
I don't know - I'll go with the drag queen outfit - I looked awesome. (Yeah, I just hated it earlier - it's a love / hate relationship with that costume - it was a lot of B.S., but I looked pretty cool - in a scary, drag sort of way.)
What would you love to be?
A famous, rich and incredibly successful author. Or Boy George... lol.
When was the last time you went trick-or-treating?
Probably about twenty-five / thirty years ago..
Candy
M&Ms or Skittles? Definitely the M&M's - wish I had some right now..
Berry or Tropical Flavors? For M&M"s?? Or the skittles? If it's skittles, then the Tropical flavors.
White, Milk, or Dark Chocolate? Milk chocolates...
Sour or Sweet? Sour (love them sweet tarts... lol)
Chewy or Crunchy?
Crunchy
Cloddhoppers or Whoppers?
Whoppers (not even close on this one - Willy Wonka rules!)
Chocolate-covered Raisins or Peanuts?
Peanuts - I like the yummy crunchy and love them nuts!
Starburst or Gobstoppers?
Starburst..
Bubble gum or lollipops?
Bubble gum (but I always end up swallowing it.. *sighs*)
Frighteners
What was the first horror movie you saw?
I think it may have been "The Exorcist" - I'm sure there were others first, but that's the first I remember vividly.
What was the last horror movie you saw?
I watched a few minutes of "Jason Goes To Hell" last night on the TV, but then switched the channel and watched The Rocky Horror Picture Show instead. Much better choice..
Zombies or Aliens?
Never much cared for zombies (they smell) so I'll go with aliens...
Ghosts or Vampires?
Definitely vampires...
What are the goriest movies you have seen?
The goriest movie I've ever seen was "One Night In China" - the Sean Waltman / Chyna porn video. That was extremely scary and nasty - it scarred me for life.
Who is scarier: The Ring girl or The Exorcist girl?
Linda Blair (the Exorcist girl) would totally kick the Ring Girl's ass. Head spinning and other-worldly puke win out every time.
Who is Scarier: The Saw clown or the Chucky doll?
The Saw clown is a geek - Chucky wins!!
What did you like better: Goosebumps or Are You Afraid of The Dark?
Are You Afraid Of The Dark was better written and more fun - to me anyhow.
What do you prefer: Resident Evil or Silent Hill?
Never played either of them, but at least I've heard of Resident Evil so I'll go with that one.
What was the scariest video game you have played?
Ms. Pac Man - a pissed off female Pac Man eating ghosts - spooky!!
Rap-Up
What are you doing for Halloween this year? Watching the Muppets on Monday Night RAW, eating chili and hiding with the lights off and blinds closed.
What is your biggest pet peeve about trick-or-treaters?
The parents! The kids are cute and fun, but the parents tend to be a bit obnoxious at times and forget that this is a holiday for the kids - they're what matters.
What was your favorite jack-o-lantern you helped carve?
I remember doing a few when I was little with all sorts of funky faces, but none really stand out in my mind as favorites.
Have you ever been out on Devils Night?
Every night I go out is Devil's Night... lol Beware!!!
Monday, October 31, 2011
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Tossing Salt - Worldwide News: October 31, 2011
Tossing Salt - Worldwide News
October 31, 2011
Doug Maynard
Happy Halloween. I'm Doug and this is "Tossing Salt - Worldwide News". Didn't we just do this yesterday? Of course we did, but I'm back and we get to do it again. We must be doing the Time Warp or something. Are you ready for some Halloween fun? Well, go get a Snickers bar and let's go crazy. Boo Boo Boo - you know it!
Yesterday, it was The Addams Family. And today, in honor of my favorite holiday, let's take on the greatest musical movie of all-time (well, third greatest actually after "Rent" and "Bye Bye Birdie"), it's "The Rocky Horror Picture Show". Starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Little Nell Campbell, Meat Loaf, Patricia Quinn, Peter Hinwood and Richard O'Brien. It's a classic movie that everyone has seen or at least heard of and I'm proud to say that I've been a member of the official RHPS Fan Club for well over ten years now.
And surprisingly, it's never been remade (yet). There was a sequal of sorts called "Shock Treatment", an incredibly awesome movie in it's own right, which follows the adventures of Brad and Janet and reunited O'Brien, Quinn and Campbell. And the TV show "Glee" did a tribute to the RHPS as well. So did the Drew Carey Show a few years ago. And I've heard Richard O'Brien mention that he has written a sequal. But no remake yet... until now!
What I'm going to do it look at the cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and recast the main characters with WWE Superstars. Just consider it my own personal casting call for a WWE version of the RHPS. Let's do this...
Casting Call: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Dr. Frank-N-Furter (A Scientist): I racked my brain looking at the current batch of WWE Superstars who could play the role of this "Sweet Transvestite From Transylvania" and the best person I could come up with at first was former WWE Superstar Rico Constaine. After all, the character he played wasn't far from Frank's character in this movie and I can definitely see Rico rocking a pair of fishnets.
But then I realized that there was no need to go outside the current WWE for someone to play the role of Frank. He's already proven he can camp it up with the best of them when he played his own "sister" a few years ago on Raw. Of course, I'm talking about Santino Marella. He's such a natural for a role like this, I'm surprised that I didn't think of him first. The only flaw I can see in this choice is, are we ready to see Dr. Frank-N-Furter yelling "Cobra!"
Brad Majors (A Hero): We need someone who is a wimp and makes an unlikely hero. My first thought was Dolph Ziggler, but then another idea hit me. For the poster child of "Nerd Boy" and "unlikely hero", how about the Master of the Kill-Switch, the original "Creepy Little Bastard" himself, Mr. Jay Reso, aka Christian? Brad was something of a major whine-ass in the movie and nobody is a better whine-ass than Christian. And if he does well in a movie role like this, maybe he could get one more match out of the deal. Works for me.
Janet Weiss (A Heroine): For Janet, you need someone sexy, yet somewhat of a dingbat. Who can play the niave vixen turned tramp? She irritates the heck out of me, but then again, so does Susan Sarandon so it's a good choice. For this role, Kelly Kelly.
Rocky Horror (A Creation): There is no shortage of musclebound men in the WWE who could play this role, but the name who immediately popped into my head is a guy who's not currently on the WWE roster, but I'm pretty sure that he'll be back eventually. His very name explains why he's perfect for this character. It is "The Masterpiece" Chris Masters. Just stand around and flex the muscles, looking hot? Masters can definitely do that and he can even flex his moobies a bit too. Just like the Rocky Horror character, Masters definitely carries the "Charles Atlas Seal of Approval".
Riff Raff (A Handyman): Riff Raff is a sick and twisted degenerate who plays the role of servant for Frank, but is really the manipulative power behind the scenes. Does that remind you of anyone currently in the WWE? How about the "Master of the Pipe Bomb" and "Voice of the Voiceless", CM Punk. Even Punk's body type reminds me of Riff Raff, as does his voice. Punk would be a great choice for a role like this and I think it's a type of character he'd really get into and enjoy playing as well.
Magenta (A Domestic): This was a hard choice because who in the WWE, who's a female, would be able to play the role of this somewhat twisted, slightly older, domestic godess? And then I heard this little voice echoing in my head. "Excuse me! I said excuse me!". Vickie Guerrero as Magenta? It works for me.
Columbia (A Groupie): A vixen who can dance and sing. Who can be abrasive one minute and yet emotional and caring the next. Who radiates sex appeal. There aren't really all that many options for this role in the WWE Universe. Little Nell Campbell is one of those entertainers who takes a character and makes it totally her own and anyone else attempting to duplicate the role falls way short in comparison. So what Diva in the WWE could step up and fill these very large shoes? I'll go with Beth Phoenix. While she's not the "Columbia" type, she's a strong and powerful woman with a unique presence. And she's "The Glamazon". She could definitely pull off this role.
Eddie (A Delivery Boy): A big guy. A fun guy. A guy who is larger than life, but not quite jakked with "muscle". A real life "Eddie". I didn't have to look far for this role. After all, who's bigger, more fun and more larger than life, but not really all pumped up with muscle? Who else, but The Big Show. He's already been in several movies and after his role in "Knucklehead", he's proven that for a role like Eddie, he'd be, as the late, great Curt Hennig would say, "Absolutely perfect!".
Criminologist (An Expert): This is another one where nobody really stands out as the perfect person to play this character, played so well by the great Charles Gray. My first choice was Michael Cole since he plays the role of an obnoxious, know-it-all so well each week on Raw and Smackdown, but Cole just really gets on my nerves. Jim Ross is another choice, but I can't really picture the Criminaologist / Narrator wearing a cowboy hat and calling "the Floor Show" a slobberknocker. Johnny Ace has no personality. So who is left? David Otunga is a possiblity since he's been playing a know-it-all on RAW recently and knows how to rock that sweater. But he annoys me too. Let's just go with Zack Ryder. He's not exactly a brain surgeon and may not be the most obvious choice for this role, but what the hell. He's a broski and he's the Internet Champion. Fans love him. Woo Woo Woo! You know it!
Dr. Everett Scott (A Rival Scientist): Who can play a wheelchair bound ex-science teacher, turned scientist and rival to Dr. Frank-N-Furter? My first pick was Mick Foley, but that might be taking things a little too far and we all know that I would NEVER do that. We need an older person with an aura of respectability about them, but who also knows how to work a wheelchair. I've got it. Smackdown General Manager Teddy Long. Teddy's a smart guy and I seem to remember him being put in a wheelchair a time or two in the past. Besides, we need some playas in this movie. So Teddy gets to play Dr. Scott. Holla Holla Holla!
Now that would be a movie / musical I'd love to see.
And now, let's move on to another very subjective subject that is also Halloween related (somewhat) and a fun thing to speculate on. Even more fun than candy corn. Not more fun than fake eyeballs though. Nothing is more fun than that. Let's do a Top Ten List. That sounds like a plan.
Top Ten Halloween Styled Wrestling Personalities...
Five Honorable Mentions:
5. Norman The Lunatic: Played by Mike Shaw, who also went on to play Bastion Booger in the WWF, Norman was an odd character, to say the least. He looked like a big teddy bear of a man. And he carried a teddy bear too. Nothing like a big fat crazy guy who'd hug you one minute and then try to rip your head off the next.
4.. La Parka: His outfit looked like a fat skeleton and he hit people with a chair. He was cool! 'Nuff said!
3. Kane: He's ugly and scary. That's for sure. And he's a helluva memorable character for the WWE. He was scary as heck in the movie "See No Evil", but maybe it's just a case of being around too long, because he's just not doing it for me now. Maybe next Halloween. Who knows?
2. Kamala The Ugandan Giant: A big man who carries a spear and is supposedly a cannibal. Scares me.
1. Abdullah The Butcher: Abdullah used to be crazy. I remember him coming to the Mid-Atlantic area back in the mid-eighties and butchering Wahoo McDaniels. He scared the crap out of me (not literally, thank Flair). Now, he's more of a comedy / special attraction act than scary, but I remember when he was the face of evil. Back in the good old days.
And now, let's do the Top Ten...
10. The Yeti: He was only around for a short time in WCW and he really wasn't all that scary, but people remember this Ron Reis character. Hell, more people remember The Yeti than remember Reis, the man who portrayed him. A big mummy with almost as many moves as El Gigante, but less personality. Got to love WCW... lol.
9. Jake "The Snake" Roberts: Unlike Yeti, Jake Roberts is scary just because he's so convincingly crazy and evil. Monsters don't scare me. Psychopaths scare me and Jake "The Snake" Roberts played an extremely convincing deranged psycho. And actually, when you think about Jake, was he even playing a character or was he just being himself? I'm still not sure.
8. James Mitchell: It doesn't matter what name he used, be it "Darryl Van Horne", "The Sinister Minister", "James Vandenberg" or "Rev. James Mitchell", this is a very creepy and unusual person. And look who he managed? A masked devil called "Mortis". A four thousand year old mummy named "Prince Kharis". "The Monster Abyss". All of these characters were creepy and unsettling on their own, but when Mitchell was added to the picture, the creepiness ratio went up a thousand percent. From all I've heard, Mitchell is actually a very nice guy. I don't care. He comes to my house and I'm going to douse him with holy water and stake him. Just saying.
7. Gangrel: Also known as "The Vampire Warrior", David Heath has really taken the vampire gimmick up to a new level. Look at those eyes and look at those fangs. Heath looks like something from an Anne Rice novel and he plays it up to the max. I wonder if he actually sleeps in a coffin too? Vampiro tried, but couldn't quite do it. Same goes for Kevin Thorne who was so close, yet so far away. When you talk about "wrestling vampires", only one name needs be said and that is Gangrel.
6. Doink The Clown: We all know clowns are evil. Doink is a clown, thus he is scary and evil. And that's all I need say about that.
5. Papa Shango: This gimmick was more goofy than scary, but I like Charles White and feel that he did a great job in this pre-Godfather character role. Yeah, it was a bit over the top and cheezy, but he made The Ultimate Warrior puke on TV and that has to count for something, right? Of course it does, cause Pimpin' ain't easy and Shango liked to ride the Ho' Train.
4. Luna Vachon: Luna was crazy and psycho at it's very best. All women are crazy to some point (no offense to my female friends - ya'll know it's true!), but Luna took it to a whole new level. Maybe a tattooed, semi-bald, screeching woman carrying a snake or two isn't really a Halloween gimmick. Heck, in some neighborhoods, it's probably extremely common and all of the women act like Luna did, but she did it better than anyone and was truly an artist in the world of insanity. Plus, she was a fantastic performer and I wanted to give this incredible woman a long-overdue shout out. RIP Luna Vachon. You truly were one of the greats.
3. ECW Zombie / The Boogeyman: I have a tie for the 3rd position with two creations of the WWECW era. We have the ECW Zombie, who made his debut on the premiere edition of the WWE version of ECW. It was also his last appearance, but damn if he didn't make an impact. Vince McMahon told Paul Heyman that he wanted a science fiction character to make the people at SyFy happy and Paul Heyman grabbed Indy wrestler Tim Arson and the ECW Zombie was born. And he's held a place in our hearts ever since. And as for the Boogeyman, he sucked as a wrestler and was kind of a stupid character, to be honest about it. But the guy ate worms... repeatedly... on live TV. And anyone that motivated and inspired and devoted to their character deserves some kind of mention.
2. Kevin Sullivan: Look up the word "evil" in the dictionary and most likely, you'll find Kevin Sullivan's picture next to the definition. Is it real or is it just a gimmick and character? I don't know for sure and I don't care. Kevin's nickname was the "Little Devil" and it fits... to the max. Even speaking about him gives me the eebie-jeebies. Like Jake Roberts earlier, Sullivan plays his role so well, you're not sure where the fantasy ends and reality takes over. He may be a nice and fun guy in real life, but I still don't want him living in my neighborhood... or in my state for that matter. Sullivan's character is just that twisted.
1. The Undertaker / Paul Bearer: This gimmick, that of the "Dead Man" is so over-the-top, it really never should have worked, but Mark Callaway took the character and really made it larger than life and arguably the strongest character in wrestling history. The Undertaker is a phenom and icon and manager Paul Bearer, the "Dead Man's" oh-so-twisted "father" just works as the icing on the cake, cementing Taker and Bearer's positions as the Most Halloween Styled Characters of all time. They busted their butts to make it work and work it has. Even with injuries and matches limited to only once or twice a year, The Undertaker is the man, not only in the WWE, but in all of wrestling. And with Paul Bearer, his "father" occasionally rising from the ashes to be by his side, they will continue to remain in that role for a long, long time to come.
And I guess that's enough for today. Questions and comments can be sent to Doug28352@yahoo.com. Also, check out my blog site at www.tsfiction.blogspot.com. Wrestling columns, short stories, political commentary and all sorts of whacky and crazy stuff. Go check it out.
I hope that everyone has a wonderful and fun Halloween. Stay safe and take care. Dat' is all de' people need to know. I'm Doug and I'm gone.
Ubuntu!
October 31, 2011
Doug Maynard
Happy Halloween. I'm Doug and this is "Tossing Salt - Worldwide News". Didn't we just do this yesterday? Of course we did, but I'm back and we get to do it again. We must be doing the Time Warp or something. Are you ready for some Halloween fun? Well, go get a Snickers bar and let's go crazy. Boo Boo Boo - you know it!
Yesterday, it was The Addams Family. And today, in honor of my favorite holiday, let's take on the greatest musical movie of all-time (well, third greatest actually after "Rent" and "Bye Bye Birdie"), it's "The Rocky Horror Picture Show". Starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Little Nell Campbell, Meat Loaf, Patricia Quinn, Peter Hinwood and Richard O'Brien. It's a classic movie that everyone has seen or at least heard of and I'm proud to say that I've been a member of the official RHPS Fan Club for well over ten years now.
And surprisingly, it's never been remade (yet). There was a sequal of sorts called "Shock Treatment", an incredibly awesome movie in it's own right, which follows the adventures of Brad and Janet and reunited O'Brien, Quinn and Campbell. And the TV show "Glee" did a tribute to the RHPS as well. So did the Drew Carey Show a few years ago. And I've heard Richard O'Brien mention that he has written a sequal. But no remake yet... until now!
What I'm going to do it look at the cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and recast the main characters with WWE Superstars. Just consider it my own personal casting call for a WWE version of the RHPS. Let's do this...
Casting Call: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Dr. Frank-N-Furter (A Scientist): I racked my brain looking at the current batch of WWE Superstars who could play the role of this "Sweet Transvestite From Transylvania" and the best person I could come up with at first was former WWE Superstar Rico Constaine. After all, the character he played wasn't far from Frank's character in this movie and I can definitely see Rico rocking a pair of fishnets.
But then I realized that there was no need to go outside the current WWE for someone to play the role of Frank. He's already proven he can camp it up with the best of them when he played his own "sister" a few years ago on Raw. Of course, I'm talking about Santino Marella. He's such a natural for a role like this, I'm surprised that I didn't think of him first. The only flaw I can see in this choice is, are we ready to see Dr. Frank-N-Furter yelling "Cobra!"
Brad Majors (A Hero): We need someone who is a wimp and makes an unlikely hero. My first thought was Dolph Ziggler, but then another idea hit me. For the poster child of "Nerd Boy" and "unlikely hero", how about the Master of the Kill-Switch, the original "Creepy Little Bastard" himself, Mr. Jay Reso, aka Christian? Brad was something of a major whine-ass in the movie and nobody is a better whine-ass than Christian. And if he does well in a movie role like this, maybe he could get one more match out of the deal. Works for me.
Janet Weiss (A Heroine): For Janet, you need someone sexy, yet somewhat of a dingbat. Who can play the niave vixen turned tramp? She irritates the heck out of me, but then again, so does Susan Sarandon so it's a good choice. For this role, Kelly Kelly.
Rocky Horror (A Creation): There is no shortage of musclebound men in the WWE who could play this role, but the name who immediately popped into my head is a guy who's not currently on the WWE roster, but I'm pretty sure that he'll be back eventually. His very name explains why he's perfect for this character. It is "The Masterpiece" Chris Masters. Just stand around and flex the muscles, looking hot? Masters can definitely do that and he can even flex his moobies a bit too. Just like the Rocky Horror character, Masters definitely carries the "Charles Atlas Seal of Approval".
Riff Raff (A Handyman): Riff Raff is a sick and twisted degenerate who plays the role of servant for Frank, but is really the manipulative power behind the scenes. Does that remind you of anyone currently in the WWE? How about the "Master of the Pipe Bomb" and "Voice of the Voiceless", CM Punk. Even Punk's body type reminds me of Riff Raff, as does his voice. Punk would be a great choice for a role like this and I think it's a type of character he'd really get into and enjoy playing as well.
Magenta (A Domestic): This was a hard choice because who in the WWE, who's a female, would be able to play the role of this somewhat twisted, slightly older, domestic godess? And then I heard this little voice echoing in my head. "Excuse me! I said excuse me!". Vickie Guerrero as Magenta? It works for me.
Columbia (A Groupie): A vixen who can dance and sing. Who can be abrasive one minute and yet emotional and caring the next. Who radiates sex appeal. There aren't really all that many options for this role in the WWE Universe. Little Nell Campbell is one of those entertainers who takes a character and makes it totally her own and anyone else attempting to duplicate the role falls way short in comparison. So what Diva in the WWE could step up and fill these very large shoes? I'll go with Beth Phoenix. While she's not the "Columbia" type, she's a strong and powerful woman with a unique presence. And she's "The Glamazon". She could definitely pull off this role.
Eddie (A Delivery Boy): A big guy. A fun guy. A guy who is larger than life, but not quite jakked with "muscle". A real life "Eddie". I didn't have to look far for this role. After all, who's bigger, more fun and more larger than life, but not really all pumped up with muscle? Who else, but The Big Show. He's already been in several movies and after his role in "Knucklehead", he's proven that for a role like Eddie, he'd be, as the late, great Curt Hennig would say, "Absolutely perfect!".
Criminologist (An Expert): This is another one where nobody really stands out as the perfect person to play this character, played so well by the great Charles Gray. My first choice was Michael Cole since he plays the role of an obnoxious, know-it-all so well each week on Raw and Smackdown, but Cole just really gets on my nerves. Jim Ross is another choice, but I can't really picture the Criminaologist / Narrator wearing a cowboy hat and calling "the Floor Show" a slobberknocker. Johnny Ace has no personality. So who is left? David Otunga is a possiblity since he's been playing a know-it-all on RAW recently and knows how to rock that sweater. But he annoys me too. Let's just go with Zack Ryder. He's not exactly a brain surgeon and may not be the most obvious choice for this role, but what the hell. He's a broski and he's the Internet Champion. Fans love him. Woo Woo Woo! You know it!
Dr. Everett Scott (A Rival Scientist): Who can play a wheelchair bound ex-science teacher, turned scientist and rival to Dr. Frank-N-Furter? My first pick was Mick Foley, but that might be taking things a little too far and we all know that I would NEVER do that. We need an older person with an aura of respectability about them, but who also knows how to work a wheelchair. I've got it. Smackdown General Manager Teddy Long. Teddy's a smart guy and I seem to remember him being put in a wheelchair a time or two in the past. Besides, we need some playas in this movie. So Teddy gets to play Dr. Scott. Holla Holla Holla!
Now that would be a movie / musical I'd love to see.
And now, let's move on to another very subjective subject that is also Halloween related (somewhat) and a fun thing to speculate on. Even more fun than candy corn. Not more fun than fake eyeballs though. Nothing is more fun than that. Let's do a Top Ten List. That sounds like a plan.
Top Ten Halloween Styled Wrestling Personalities...
Five Honorable Mentions:
5. Norman The Lunatic: Played by Mike Shaw, who also went on to play Bastion Booger in the WWF, Norman was an odd character, to say the least. He looked like a big teddy bear of a man. And he carried a teddy bear too. Nothing like a big fat crazy guy who'd hug you one minute and then try to rip your head off the next.
4.. La Parka: His outfit looked like a fat skeleton and he hit people with a chair. He was cool! 'Nuff said!
3. Kane: He's ugly and scary. That's for sure. And he's a helluva memorable character for the WWE. He was scary as heck in the movie "See No Evil", but maybe it's just a case of being around too long, because he's just not doing it for me now. Maybe next Halloween. Who knows?
2. Kamala The Ugandan Giant: A big man who carries a spear and is supposedly a cannibal. Scares me.
1. Abdullah The Butcher: Abdullah used to be crazy. I remember him coming to the Mid-Atlantic area back in the mid-eighties and butchering Wahoo McDaniels. He scared the crap out of me (not literally, thank Flair). Now, he's more of a comedy / special attraction act than scary, but I remember when he was the face of evil. Back in the good old days.
And now, let's do the Top Ten...
10. The Yeti: He was only around for a short time in WCW and he really wasn't all that scary, but people remember this Ron Reis character. Hell, more people remember The Yeti than remember Reis, the man who portrayed him. A big mummy with almost as many moves as El Gigante, but less personality. Got to love WCW... lol.
9. Jake "The Snake" Roberts: Unlike Yeti, Jake Roberts is scary just because he's so convincingly crazy and evil. Monsters don't scare me. Psychopaths scare me and Jake "The Snake" Roberts played an extremely convincing deranged psycho. And actually, when you think about Jake, was he even playing a character or was he just being himself? I'm still not sure.
8. James Mitchell: It doesn't matter what name he used, be it "Darryl Van Horne", "The Sinister Minister", "James Vandenberg" or "Rev. James Mitchell", this is a very creepy and unusual person. And look who he managed? A masked devil called "Mortis". A four thousand year old mummy named "Prince Kharis". "The Monster Abyss". All of these characters were creepy and unsettling on their own, but when Mitchell was added to the picture, the creepiness ratio went up a thousand percent. From all I've heard, Mitchell is actually a very nice guy. I don't care. He comes to my house and I'm going to douse him with holy water and stake him. Just saying.
7. Gangrel: Also known as "The Vampire Warrior", David Heath has really taken the vampire gimmick up to a new level. Look at those eyes and look at those fangs. Heath looks like something from an Anne Rice novel and he plays it up to the max. I wonder if he actually sleeps in a coffin too? Vampiro tried, but couldn't quite do it. Same goes for Kevin Thorne who was so close, yet so far away. When you talk about "wrestling vampires", only one name needs be said and that is Gangrel.
6. Doink The Clown: We all know clowns are evil. Doink is a clown, thus he is scary and evil. And that's all I need say about that.
5. Papa Shango: This gimmick was more goofy than scary, but I like Charles White and feel that he did a great job in this pre-Godfather character role. Yeah, it was a bit over the top and cheezy, but he made The Ultimate Warrior puke on TV and that has to count for something, right? Of course it does, cause Pimpin' ain't easy and Shango liked to ride the Ho' Train.
4. Luna Vachon: Luna was crazy and psycho at it's very best. All women are crazy to some point (no offense to my female friends - ya'll know it's true!), but Luna took it to a whole new level. Maybe a tattooed, semi-bald, screeching woman carrying a snake or two isn't really a Halloween gimmick. Heck, in some neighborhoods, it's probably extremely common and all of the women act like Luna did, but she did it better than anyone and was truly an artist in the world of insanity. Plus, she was a fantastic performer and I wanted to give this incredible woman a long-overdue shout out. RIP Luna Vachon. You truly were one of the greats.
3. ECW Zombie / The Boogeyman: I have a tie for the 3rd position with two creations of the WWECW era. We have the ECW Zombie, who made his debut on the premiere edition of the WWE version of ECW. It was also his last appearance, but damn if he didn't make an impact. Vince McMahon told Paul Heyman that he wanted a science fiction character to make the people at SyFy happy and Paul Heyman grabbed Indy wrestler Tim Arson and the ECW Zombie was born. And he's held a place in our hearts ever since. And as for the Boogeyman, he sucked as a wrestler and was kind of a stupid character, to be honest about it. But the guy ate worms... repeatedly... on live TV. And anyone that motivated and inspired and devoted to their character deserves some kind of mention.
2. Kevin Sullivan: Look up the word "evil" in the dictionary and most likely, you'll find Kevin Sullivan's picture next to the definition. Is it real or is it just a gimmick and character? I don't know for sure and I don't care. Kevin's nickname was the "Little Devil" and it fits... to the max. Even speaking about him gives me the eebie-jeebies. Like Jake Roberts earlier, Sullivan plays his role so well, you're not sure where the fantasy ends and reality takes over. He may be a nice and fun guy in real life, but I still don't want him living in my neighborhood... or in my state for that matter. Sullivan's character is just that twisted.
1. The Undertaker / Paul Bearer: This gimmick, that of the "Dead Man" is so over-the-top, it really never should have worked, but Mark Callaway took the character and really made it larger than life and arguably the strongest character in wrestling history. The Undertaker is a phenom and icon and manager Paul Bearer, the "Dead Man's" oh-so-twisted "father" just works as the icing on the cake, cementing Taker and Bearer's positions as the Most Halloween Styled Characters of all time. They busted their butts to make it work and work it has. Even with injuries and matches limited to only once or twice a year, The Undertaker is the man, not only in the WWE, but in all of wrestling. And with Paul Bearer, his "father" occasionally rising from the ashes to be by his side, they will continue to remain in that role for a long, long time to come.
And I guess that's enough for today. Questions and comments can be sent to Doug28352@yahoo.com. Also, check out my blog site at www.tsfiction.blogspot.com. Wrestling columns, short stories, political commentary and all sorts of whacky and crazy stuff. Go check it out.
I hope that everyone has a wonderful and fun Halloween. Stay safe and take care. Dat' is all de' people need to know. I'm Doug and I'm gone.
Ubuntu!
Tossing Salt - Worldwide News: October 30, 2011
Tossing Salt - Worldwide News
October 30, 2011
Doug Maynard
It's Sunday morning and I'm Doug, but you already knew that, didn't you. And it's my destiny to become the next WWE Champion. No, not really. That schtick belongs to WWE Superstar Alberto Del Rio. I think my destiny involves a convenient store, third shift and a lot of bad attitudes. That sounds more realistic. But I can be the next person to WRITE about the WWE Champion and all other things wrestling. That is definitely in the realm of possibilities. But if I do that this morning, it means I won't have time to watch reruns of "The Waltons" on the televsion and I love my classic 1970's televison dramas. Wrestling or The Waltons? Hmmmm! I hate decisions. But the Walton's will always be there. So... Good night John Boy! Let's talk pro wrestling.
I'm and I'm repeating myself already. That doesn't bode well for this column, does it? This is professional wrestling's most eclectic column since 2003 (we've been around for a while), "Tossing Salt - Worldwide News". Ummm... so what can I talk about? Only two paragraphs into the column and I'm already drawing a blank. Yeppers, this is going to be a stinker of a column, but bear with me and I might manage to come up with some pertinent information and maybe even some entertainment over the next few minutes. Well, either I'll do that or I'll just ramble and rant and make obscure references. Lots of filler. It's the American way. No wonder we're so "loved" all over the world.
I guess I'll just conduct this column like TNA does a booking session for Impact. Throw all sorts of crap up against the wall and see what sticks. I only wish I had Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff here to help me out. No, I want to attract readers and be entertaining and not drive everyone way. I can do that quite fine by myself, thank you. Never mind though. I just thought of a few things to talk about. How about Barry Windham? And the Muppets tomorrow night on RAW? And since Halloween is tomorrow night, how about a "Movie Casting" of the most memorable and Halloweenish, television characters that I can think of, "The Addams Family", with WWE Superstars? Oh snap! I think we might actually have a column here after all. Let's do this...
Get Well Soon, Barry Windham...
I'd like to start off by sending best wishes and prayers out to former NWA Champion / Horseman Barry Windham, 50, who suffered a heart attack earlier this week at his home in Florida. From all reports I've read, Windham, who was easily one of the best second-generation wrestlers of all time and one of the most recognizable superstars of the 1980's and 1990's, suffered the heart attack at his home and was discovered by his former tag team partner and current brother in law Mike Rotundo, who quickly summoned medical help. Windham was in serious condition for a while, but according to his father, Blackjack Mulligan, is doing much better and is alert and stable. He's still in the hospital in Florida, but is expected, after a long rehabilitation, to make a full recovery. Please keep Barry and the entire Windham family in your prayers.
And now, let's get crazy.
Muppets on RAW!...
Tomorrow is Halloween. That means that people get to dress in strange outfits, act oddly and pretend that they don't know any better and have single digit IQ's. At least that's what I like to do. Halloween is my favorite holiday of the year. It's the one time of year where you don't have to crawl into stranger's vans to get free candy. Gotta love that. And in the world of professional wrestling, it means even weirder stuff than usual... like The Muppets!
Yes, you heard me correctly. The Muppets are scheduled to guest host Monday Night RAW. And this is going to be fun. I've heard others mention, and I've agreed, ever since the WWE started the whole "Guest Host" concept, that they were just turning into a violent, sports entertainment version of the Muppet Show. And I've also felt that the ultimate "guest hosts", besides Alice Cooper of course, would be the Muppets. And now, to promote their new movie coming out shortly, Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the rest will be LIVE on RAW.
It's going to be interesting to see how they manage to have Kermit and Piggy "perform" in front of a live and rowdy 15,000 or so fans, but if anyone can do, the WWE and the Jim Henson people are the ones. I also expect that we'll see lots and lots of backstage segments. As to which WWE Superstars will be appearing with the Muppets, that's where the fun and games really start. I expect we'll see the two old men in the balcony doing comentary, probably during the Jim Ross versus Michael Cole segment, aka "The Michael Cole Challenge". From all reports, Hornswoggle has really pushing hard to be with the Muppets too and I expect we'll see some Hornswoggle / Animal interaction. Zack Ryder is just goofy enough that he'll probably be in a segment and I would expect the child-friendly John Cena to do a Muppet spot too. But who else?
I can picture CM Punk doing a segment too. Punk is just the type of guy who is probably a closet Muppet fan and has a stuffed Gonzo in his closet. Maybe Miz too. Can't you picture Miz and R-Truth arguing with the two old men? As long as they keep the segments short and (please) don't have the Muppets getting involved in matches, it's going to be a totally off the wall and fun show, probably from start to finish. Muppets Rock! Also, CM Punk will be taking on Mark Henry and that should be a good match well worth watching. But I'm there for the Muppets. It's Muppet-Mania going wild. And whatcha gonna do when Kermit, Piggy, Gonzo and Beeper run wild on you, brutha! And that's all I've got to say about that.
Did you know that Stacy Keibler, allegedly, is now getting $25,000 for personal appearances? She was only getting $10,000 per shot until she started dating George Clooney. Personally, I wouldn't pay anything just to have Stacy make an appearance. She's an attractive woman and all that, but take away the legs and what do you have? Nothing special in my eyes. Now if it was Ivory... or Juvi. Break out the checkbook because I would so be there. Just saying.
And if it's Hunter Holtzclaw... he so needs to get up with me. I will make the man a star!
Who Am I?...
I was going to do a "Who Am I?", but considering that the last time I did one, I had a grand total of ZERO guesses for what I thought was a very simple question. What the hell though. Let's try it one more time and if I don't get any responses to this one, I'll know that the readers have spoken and the "Who Am I?" will be retired forever. Does that sound like a plan or what? So here it is.
I began my career in Florida in 1991 where I was part of a tag team named after the scary parts of a storm, as well as a song by Miss Thang in the 80's. After the team ended, I became a part of WCW where my snake-like character (GI Joe hates me) was packaged as a former Gulf War veteran and I feuded with my former Drill Sergeant for a bit. And then I really made my mark imitating one of WCW's top stars, working both WCW and New Japan Pro Wrestling as a nWo affiliated icon until WCW folded in 2001. I continued to wrestle the Indy circuit in the Carolina's for several more years before leaving the business. I am now a project manager for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. It's showtime folks. Who am I?
Do yuo know who this is? Of course you do, but show me that you know. Send your answers to Doug28352@yahoo.com and help keep this segment alive. It's in your hands, like the fate of Jason Todd was in the old Batman comics. Jason died (and the Joker had a great laugh about it!) Will "Who Am I?" suffer the same fate? It's up to you. Let's move on.
Movie Casting...
A couple of days ago, I was watching "The Addams Family" movies on TV and it got me to thinking, what if the WWE decided to remake these movies for their WWE films division? Of course, it would be low budget (no budget) and probably be totally blasted by movie critics and fans of the old Addams Family series and movies too. But I'd love to see it. Anything Addams is good with me.
And with it being WWE Films, I'd cast wrestlers and WWE Superstars as the main characters. It'd work. It really would. So let's figure out who would be appropiate for each role.
Gomez Addams: With the slicked hair and the mischevious grin, CM Punk would be perfect for this role. Give him a pin-striped suit and a cigar and just picture it inyour head. He's got the look down pat and Punk is twisted just enough that he could pull the role off perfectly.
Morticia Addams: Let's go outside the WWE Universe for this one because the first person that came into my mind as being very Morticia-ish, in a 2011 sort of way, is former WWE Diva (and current TNA Knockout) Tara, who wrestled as Victoria in the WWE. She has the goth-styled look down to a tee and she carries around a spider. If that doesn't make her a natural for a role like Morticia, then nothing does.
Lurch: Kane would be great in this role, but I have an idea for him as someone else. Big Show has the size, but he just doesn't do it for me. Great Khali would be perfect for this role. It doesn't require many lines, but the person has to have a unique and large presence. And with Khali's chin and physique, not much make-up would be required. Khali sucks as a wrestler, but he's a scary looking dude. He definitely has "Lurch-appeal".
Uncle Fester: This one is hard. Who is a big person, but has that older, yet lovable, slightly crazy appeal to them. Big Show is too big. Brodus Clay might work here,as might Mark Henry. But the problem with that is I don't think Uncle Fester was ever a black man (although I do remember him being green a time or two), and also I can't really picture Mark Henry with a bald head. I was also thinking Jim Ross for some reason (and you know that Vince would love to make Ross shave his head and be humiliated), but Jim Ross still has too much self-respect and credibility left for this roll. Let's go with Brodus Clay.
Grandmama: No brainer here. Mae Young. 'Nuff said!
Wednesday: WWE would probably cast one of their "Barbie Doll Divas" like Kelly Kelly or Eve in this role, but I just can't see it. Not even with black hair dye and all of the goth clothing in the world. This would be a time to go outside the WWE Universe once more and maybe get the one token "serious actor" to help fill out the cast. I'd go with Sarah Gilbert, formerly of "Rosanne" and "Big Bang Theory" and currently one of the hosts of the boring, yet still on the air afternoon version of "The View", called "The Talk". Or just go to TNA and recruit Velvet Sky. She looks like she'd be fun to have around playing a character named after "Hump Day!".
Pugsley: Former WWE star Trevor Murdoch has the same shaped face as the original Pugsley character from the the old show and he's definitely pale enough to be a sunlight hating Addams, but how does a redneck play a goth? Dolph Ziggler would be good for this role, I guess, but he doesn't look right with dark hair. I've got it. The Miz as Pugsley Addams. Think about it. That would be... (wait for it)... AWESOME!
Cousin It: Hornswoggle with a long-haired outfit. He's the only one short enough to fit in the costume.
And then, to round out the cast after the main characters were figured out, I'd have a few extra (new) characters. As "Uncle Paul Addams", I'd have the legendary manager, Paul Bearer, along with his "sons", Mark and Kane make an appearance. Vickie Guerrero could appear as Bearer's "wife". R-Truth. Zack Ryder and Mick Foley could all make cameos as themselves because their characters are just abnormal enough to fit right in without any kind of tweaking. I'll also call up Charles White, aka "Papa Shango" and have him make a cameo as well.
Just think about it. The WWE (and friends) putting their own unique spin on The Addams Family. It'd be creepy and kooky and altogether spooky and be definitely what the world would be watching. I'd love to see it anyhow and I'm sure that everyone else in the WWE Universe would be entertained as well. And if you don't like this idea, well be glad that I didn't recast "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" with stars from the WWE Universe. I did actually think about it, but changed my mind. That would be weird.
And I guess that's enough rambling for me for now. Time to go watch "The Real World" and then some NFL Football. GO CAROLINA PANTHERS!!! Questions and comments can be sent to Doug28352@yahoo.com. Also, for all things Dougie, including all of my wrestling columns, short stories, random thoughts, editorials and any and everything else you can think of, go visit my blog page at www.tsfiction.blogspot.com. There is all sorts of stuff for everyone. Check it out.
I'm Doug and that's all for me today. Have a Happy Halloween. I'm down and I am gone. See ya!
Ubuntu!
October 30, 2011
Doug Maynard
It's Sunday morning and I'm Doug, but you already knew that, didn't you. And it's my destiny to become the next WWE Champion. No, not really. That schtick belongs to WWE Superstar Alberto Del Rio. I think my destiny involves a convenient store, third shift and a lot of bad attitudes. That sounds more realistic. But I can be the next person to WRITE about the WWE Champion and all other things wrestling. That is definitely in the realm of possibilities. But if I do that this morning, it means I won't have time to watch reruns of "The Waltons" on the televsion and I love my classic 1970's televison dramas. Wrestling or The Waltons? Hmmmm! I hate decisions. But the Walton's will always be there. So... Good night John Boy! Let's talk pro wrestling.
I'm and I'm repeating myself already. That doesn't bode well for this column, does it? This is professional wrestling's most eclectic column since 2003 (we've been around for a while), "Tossing Salt - Worldwide News". Ummm... so what can I talk about? Only two paragraphs into the column and I'm already drawing a blank. Yeppers, this is going to be a stinker of a column, but bear with me and I might manage to come up with some pertinent information and maybe even some entertainment over the next few minutes. Well, either I'll do that or I'll just ramble and rant and make obscure references. Lots of filler. It's the American way. No wonder we're so "loved" all over the world.
I guess I'll just conduct this column like TNA does a booking session for Impact. Throw all sorts of crap up against the wall and see what sticks. I only wish I had Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff here to help me out. No, I want to attract readers and be entertaining and not drive everyone way. I can do that quite fine by myself, thank you. Never mind though. I just thought of a few things to talk about. How about Barry Windham? And the Muppets tomorrow night on RAW? And since Halloween is tomorrow night, how about a "Movie Casting" of the most memorable and Halloweenish, television characters that I can think of, "The Addams Family", with WWE Superstars? Oh snap! I think we might actually have a column here after all. Let's do this...
Get Well Soon, Barry Windham...
I'd like to start off by sending best wishes and prayers out to former NWA Champion / Horseman Barry Windham, 50, who suffered a heart attack earlier this week at his home in Florida. From all reports I've read, Windham, who was easily one of the best second-generation wrestlers of all time and one of the most recognizable superstars of the 1980's and 1990's, suffered the heart attack at his home and was discovered by his former tag team partner and current brother in law Mike Rotundo, who quickly summoned medical help. Windham was in serious condition for a while, but according to his father, Blackjack Mulligan, is doing much better and is alert and stable. He's still in the hospital in Florida, but is expected, after a long rehabilitation, to make a full recovery. Please keep Barry and the entire Windham family in your prayers.
And now, let's get crazy.
Muppets on RAW!...
Tomorrow is Halloween. That means that people get to dress in strange outfits, act oddly and pretend that they don't know any better and have single digit IQ's. At least that's what I like to do. Halloween is my favorite holiday of the year. It's the one time of year where you don't have to crawl into stranger's vans to get free candy. Gotta love that. And in the world of professional wrestling, it means even weirder stuff than usual... like The Muppets!
Yes, you heard me correctly. The Muppets are scheduled to guest host Monday Night RAW. And this is going to be fun. I've heard others mention, and I've agreed, ever since the WWE started the whole "Guest Host" concept, that they were just turning into a violent, sports entertainment version of the Muppet Show. And I've also felt that the ultimate "guest hosts", besides Alice Cooper of course, would be the Muppets. And now, to promote their new movie coming out shortly, Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the rest will be LIVE on RAW.
It's going to be interesting to see how they manage to have Kermit and Piggy "perform" in front of a live and rowdy 15,000 or so fans, but if anyone can do, the WWE and the Jim Henson people are the ones. I also expect that we'll see lots and lots of backstage segments. As to which WWE Superstars will be appearing with the Muppets, that's where the fun and games really start. I expect we'll see the two old men in the balcony doing comentary, probably during the Jim Ross versus Michael Cole segment, aka "The Michael Cole Challenge". From all reports, Hornswoggle has really pushing hard to be with the Muppets too and I expect we'll see some Hornswoggle / Animal interaction. Zack Ryder is just goofy enough that he'll probably be in a segment and I would expect the child-friendly John Cena to do a Muppet spot too. But who else?
I can picture CM Punk doing a segment too. Punk is just the type of guy who is probably a closet Muppet fan and has a stuffed Gonzo in his closet. Maybe Miz too. Can't you picture Miz and R-Truth arguing with the two old men? As long as they keep the segments short and (please) don't have the Muppets getting involved in matches, it's going to be a totally off the wall and fun show, probably from start to finish. Muppets Rock! Also, CM Punk will be taking on Mark Henry and that should be a good match well worth watching. But I'm there for the Muppets. It's Muppet-Mania going wild. And whatcha gonna do when Kermit, Piggy, Gonzo and Beeper run wild on you, brutha! And that's all I've got to say about that.
Did you know that Stacy Keibler, allegedly, is now getting $25,000 for personal appearances? She was only getting $10,000 per shot until she started dating George Clooney. Personally, I wouldn't pay anything just to have Stacy make an appearance. She's an attractive woman and all that, but take away the legs and what do you have? Nothing special in my eyes. Now if it was Ivory... or Juvi. Break out the checkbook because I would so be there. Just saying.
And if it's Hunter Holtzclaw... he so needs to get up with me. I will make the man a star!
Who Am I?...
I was going to do a "Who Am I?", but considering that the last time I did one, I had a grand total of ZERO guesses for what I thought was a very simple question. What the hell though. Let's try it one more time and if I don't get any responses to this one, I'll know that the readers have spoken and the "Who Am I?" will be retired forever. Does that sound like a plan or what? So here it is.
I began my career in Florida in 1991 where I was part of a tag team named after the scary parts of a storm, as well as a song by Miss Thang in the 80's. After the team ended, I became a part of WCW where my snake-like character (GI Joe hates me) was packaged as a former Gulf War veteran and I feuded with my former Drill Sergeant for a bit. And then I really made my mark imitating one of WCW's top stars, working both WCW and New Japan Pro Wrestling as a nWo affiliated icon until WCW folded in 2001. I continued to wrestle the Indy circuit in the Carolina's for several more years before leaving the business. I am now a project manager for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. It's showtime folks. Who am I?
Do yuo know who this is? Of course you do, but show me that you know. Send your answers to Doug28352@yahoo.com and help keep this segment alive. It's in your hands, like the fate of Jason Todd was in the old Batman comics. Jason died (and the Joker had a great laugh about it!) Will "Who Am I?" suffer the same fate? It's up to you. Let's move on.
Movie Casting...
A couple of days ago, I was watching "The Addams Family" movies on TV and it got me to thinking, what if the WWE decided to remake these movies for their WWE films division? Of course, it would be low budget (no budget) and probably be totally blasted by movie critics and fans of the old Addams Family series and movies too. But I'd love to see it. Anything Addams is good with me.
And with it being WWE Films, I'd cast wrestlers and WWE Superstars as the main characters. It'd work. It really would. So let's figure out who would be appropiate for each role.
Gomez Addams: With the slicked hair and the mischevious grin, CM Punk would be perfect for this role. Give him a pin-striped suit and a cigar and just picture it inyour head. He's got the look down pat and Punk is twisted just enough that he could pull the role off perfectly.
Morticia Addams: Let's go outside the WWE Universe for this one because the first person that came into my mind as being very Morticia-ish, in a 2011 sort of way, is former WWE Diva (and current TNA Knockout) Tara, who wrestled as Victoria in the WWE. She has the goth-styled look down to a tee and she carries around a spider. If that doesn't make her a natural for a role like Morticia, then nothing does.
Lurch: Kane would be great in this role, but I have an idea for him as someone else. Big Show has the size, but he just doesn't do it for me. Great Khali would be perfect for this role. It doesn't require many lines, but the person has to have a unique and large presence. And with Khali's chin and physique, not much make-up would be required. Khali sucks as a wrestler, but he's a scary looking dude. He definitely has "Lurch-appeal".
Uncle Fester: This one is hard. Who is a big person, but has that older, yet lovable, slightly crazy appeal to them. Big Show is too big. Brodus Clay might work here,as might Mark Henry. But the problem with that is I don't think Uncle Fester was ever a black man (although I do remember him being green a time or two), and also I can't really picture Mark Henry with a bald head. I was also thinking Jim Ross for some reason (and you know that Vince would love to make Ross shave his head and be humiliated), but Jim Ross still has too much self-respect and credibility left for this roll. Let's go with Brodus Clay.
Grandmama: No brainer here. Mae Young. 'Nuff said!
Wednesday: WWE would probably cast one of their "Barbie Doll Divas" like Kelly Kelly or Eve in this role, but I just can't see it. Not even with black hair dye and all of the goth clothing in the world. This would be a time to go outside the WWE Universe once more and maybe get the one token "serious actor" to help fill out the cast. I'd go with Sarah Gilbert, formerly of "Rosanne" and "Big Bang Theory" and currently one of the hosts of the boring, yet still on the air afternoon version of "The View", called "The Talk". Or just go to TNA and recruit Velvet Sky. She looks like she'd be fun to have around playing a character named after "Hump Day!".
Pugsley: Former WWE star Trevor Murdoch has the same shaped face as the original Pugsley character from the the old show and he's definitely pale enough to be a sunlight hating Addams, but how does a redneck play a goth? Dolph Ziggler would be good for this role, I guess, but he doesn't look right with dark hair. I've got it. The Miz as Pugsley Addams. Think about it. That would be... (wait for it)... AWESOME!
Cousin It: Hornswoggle with a long-haired outfit. He's the only one short enough to fit in the costume.
And then, to round out the cast after the main characters were figured out, I'd have a few extra (new) characters. As "Uncle Paul Addams", I'd have the legendary manager, Paul Bearer, along with his "sons", Mark and Kane make an appearance. Vickie Guerrero could appear as Bearer's "wife". R-Truth. Zack Ryder and Mick Foley could all make cameos as themselves because their characters are just abnormal enough to fit right in without any kind of tweaking. I'll also call up Charles White, aka "Papa Shango" and have him make a cameo as well.
Just think about it. The WWE (and friends) putting their own unique spin on The Addams Family. It'd be creepy and kooky and altogether spooky and be definitely what the world would be watching. I'd love to see it anyhow and I'm sure that everyone else in the WWE Universe would be entertained as well. And if you don't like this idea, well be glad that I didn't recast "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" with stars from the WWE Universe. I did actually think about it, but changed my mind. That would be weird.
And I guess that's enough rambling for me for now. Time to go watch "The Real World" and then some NFL Football. GO CAROLINA PANTHERS!!! Questions and comments can be sent to Doug28352@yahoo.com. Also, for all things Dougie, including all of my wrestling columns, short stories, random thoughts, editorials and any and everything else you can think of, go visit my blog page at www.tsfiction.blogspot.com. There is all sorts of stuff for everyone. Check it out.
I'm Doug and that's all for me today. Have a Happy Halloween. I'm down and I am gone. See ya!
Ubuntu!
Friday, October 28, 2011
Caught In A Dream - October 28, 2011
This song, by Alice Cooper, has been on my mind all day. Don't know why, but I like it...
"Caught In A Dream" - by ALICE COOPER
Well I'm runnin through the world
with a gun in my back
tryin' to catch a ride in a Cadillac
Thought that I was livin'
but you can't really tell
been tryin' to get away
from that success smell
I need a houseboat and I need a plane
I need a butler and a trip to Spain
I need everything
the world owes me
I tell that to myself
and I agree
I'm caught in a dream
So What!
You don't know what I'm goin' through
I'm right in between
So I'll
I'll just play along with you
Well I'm runnin' through the world
with a gun in my back
tryin' to catch a ride in that Cadillac
thought that I was livin'
but you can't never tell
what I thought was heaven
turned out to be hell
Whoo-o-oh
When you see me with a smile on my face
Whoo-o-oh
Then you'll know I'm a mental case
Whoo-o-oh oh
Whoo-o-oh oh
Whoo-o-oh
I'm caught in a dream
So what!
I don't know what I'm going through
I'm right in between
So I'll
I'll just play along with you
Gotta love A.C.
"Caught In A Dream" - by ALICE COOPER
Well I'm runnin through the world
with a gun in my back
tryin' to catch a ride in a Cadillac
Thought that I was livin'
but you can't really tell
been tryin' to get away
from that success smell
I need a houseboat and I need a plane
I need a butler and a trip to Spain
I need everything
the world owes me
I tell that to myself
and I agree
I'm caught in a dream
So What!
You don't know what I'm goin' through
I'm right in between
So I'll
I'll just play along with you
Well I'm runnin' through the world
with a gun in my back
tryin' to catch a ride in that Cadillac
thought that I was livin'
but you can't never tell
what I thought was heaven
turned out to be hell
Whoo-o-oh
When you see me with a smile on my face
Whoo-o-oh
Then you'll know I'm a mental case
Whoo-o-oh oh
Whoo-o-oh oh
Whoo-o-oh
I'm caught in a dream
So what!
I don't know what I'm going through
I'm right in between
So I'll
I'll just play along with you
Gotta love A.C.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Fifty Odd Things Survey: October 26, 2011
50 Odd Things Survey..
1. Do you like blue cheese? Cheese should never be blue - nothing that is natural is blue - and it has chunks. What are those chunks? Nasty!!!
2. Have you ever smoked heroin? I always thought herion was more of a shooting up type of drug rather than a smoking type of drug, but then again, I've never used it, smoking or shooting up, so what the hell do I know?
3. Do you own a gun? I do have a thirty year old Daisy BB Gun (and no, I didn't put my eye out) - don't know if it still works though. I should go get some BB's and find out. Where is that damn Mockingbird when I need him?
4. Your favorite song of all time? Alice Cooper's "I Never Cry" is probably my most favorite - but I do have to admit that the "Smurf's theme" is also strong in my heart.. "La la la la la la sing a happy song"... lol
5. Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? I get very nervous before any appointment, be it a doctor, a barber or even walking into the store to get a paper. I have issues with dealing with people and extreme anti-social tendencies which results in severe anxiety. Sad, I know...
6. What do you think of hot dogs? I like hot dogs with ketchup, mustard and homemade chili. That might be a good thing to fix for dinner tonight? Hmmm!
7. Favorite Christmas song? The Little Drummer Boy, as sung by Bing Crosby & David Bowie. It's truly a classic with two very distinct voices blending together to create magic. I also like that song by Robert Earl Keen called "Merry Christmas From The Family". - it's the quinsential Christmas song... lol.
8. What do you prefer to drink in the morning? I want a real Pepsi and would prefer a real Pepsi -but usually have to settle for a Diet Pepsi or a Diet Coke (bleh). So long as it's cold, wet and has a crisp bite to get me moving, I'm happy.
9. Can you do push ups? Those little orange flavored Ice Cream treats - I can do them all day long. Yummy!!!
10. What's your favorite piece of jewelry? A small gold hoop earring that I have, with small rainbow colored hoops on it - a friend from a long time ago gave it to me - he's no longer in the picture (thank goodness - he turned out to be a total ass-clown), but I have the memories of the good times and the better parts of that somewhat awkward relationship.
11. Favorite hobby? Writing. I try to make sure I write something (at teast a letter, usually far more) every day. Also, sleeping and cooking are also favorite activities.
12. Secret weapon to get the opposite sex? Why the hell would I want to get the opposite sex? They can't do anything for me... lol. Maybe my secret weapon would be to hold up a shirt and say it needs to be ironed?? Damn, that sounds sexist. I'm ONLY JOKING! Hell, I just tell women that I'm gay - that attracts them like flies to a pile of... you get the idea.
13. Do you have A.D.D.? Probably - I can't pay attention to crap and get distracted easily - especially by that damn phone which NEVER QUITS RINGING!!!
14. What one trait do you hate about yourself? My insecurities and lack of confidence in myself - In my mind, I know that I'm extremely capable and can do the things I need (and want) to do, BUT despite that, almost every task, especially when it comes to dealing with other people is a major effort.
15. Middle Name? Alan
16. Name 3 thoughts at this exact moment. I need to get off my ass and write a letter to Cal today. I lost a tooth this morning and my tongue keeps going to the place where it was - it feels weird. And I wonder if my letter about the SC Voter ID Law is going to make it into the Laurinburg Exchange? And the kid from up the road is really growing up fast. Nice!!
17. Name 3 things you bought yesterday. Yesterday, I bought house shoes (getting tired of my socks getting worn out / tore so quickly), Snickers (the baby ones - got them for the Halloween kids allegedly, but they're really for me) and stamps. (I really need to get to work on writing that letter to Cal.)
18. Name 3 drinks you regularly drink? Diet Pepsi, Diet Coke and Water
19. Current worry right now? Will the lottery ticket I purchased yesterday hit for me and will I become a multi-millionaire and if that happens, will I be able to handle the pressure of being a rich bastard?
20. Current hate right now? I don't really do "Hate" - I do dislikes and I do "some people need a high five - across the face - with a steel chair", but I don't do "hate" - it's a terrible emotion that serves no productive purpose except to eat away at a person from inside. Hmmmm - something I majorly dislike is how lies by one person has hurt a person I care for a great deal. I think that bitch needs the high-five I mentioned just a moment ago.
21. Favorite place to be? Anywhere but here at the moment. Wilmington would be nice - so would Pine Acres Lodge... lol
22. How did you bring in the New Year? I think I was over at Brian's house (or was that the year before?) - I don't remember for sure.
23. Where would you like to go? To the beach or Wilmington - or New York (hey Russ - got room for a houseguest?) Anywhere, that is not Laurinburg or Scotland County, would be nice.
24. Name three people who will complete this? I'm not putting it out there for others to complete - I doing this because I'm bored. But if anyone wants to cut and paste and complete it themselves, feel free to do so.
25. Do you own slippers? Bought them yesterday and they are black and very cool. Comfy too..
26. What shirt are you wearing? A light green button up that looks very good on me - it brings out my eyes.
27. Do you like sleeping on satin sheets? Nope - too slippery. I like plain and simple cotton sheets.
28. Can you whistle? Slightly, but not enough to record a song with Guns & Roses... lol (Anyone get that reference?) I CAN embarass a guy walking down the street with a loud wolf-whistle though. I like the sexy guys!!
29. Favorite colors? Black, Purple and Hot Pink...
30. Would you be a pirate? Would I travel the seas for months at a time, forgoing regular baths, living on wine, women and plunder, being a scourge of the seas with no future except for death by drowning, death in battle, or death by hanging if we're caught by legal authorities. What a life. Would I do it? Hell no- unless I get to sail with Johnny Depp as my cabin mate. And Chris Elliot as my Cabin Boy (loved that movie) - and then I might consider it... lol
31. What songs do you sing in the shower? I song songs by Waylon and Alice mostly, but occasionally I'll break out with the Sinatra tunes. And if I'm feeling really good, I'll cut loose with the soundtrack songs from "Rent". Now that is a must-hear experiences. I rock!!!
32. Favorite girl's name? I love the name Theresa (my sister and my best friend have that name), but would also consider Raven, Diane and Shaniqua for any female demon-spawn children that my loins might help produce.
33. Favorite boy's name? Vince or Vincent is my favorite guy name, followed by Christopher, Michael & Alphonso.
34. What's in your pocket right now? My hand - I'm feeling around to see I had anything stuck in my pockets - and I don't.
35. Last thing that made you laugh? Greg Gutfield - I'm watching "The Five" on Fox News right now -and the interations between Gutfield and Bob Beckle is laugh out loud hilarious. These guys belong on a stand-up comics stage.
36. Best bed sheets as a child? I had a set of Snoopy sheets - complete with matching curtains, pillow cases, etc that was incredibly awesome. Snoopy (Joe Cool) was de' man (or dog as the case may be).
37. Worst injury you've ever had? Physical injuries have taken their toll over the years (broken ankle, broken wrists, head split open & stitches, surgery on throat, detached retina, etc) but all of those pale in comparison to the hurt caused when you're betrayed or forgotten by someone who you trusted, loved and gave your heart. Physical injuries heal - injuries to the heart never do.
38. Do you love where you live. I like this house - I like my neighbors and if circumstances were different, I would love to live here for the rest of my years BUT things being as they are (no jobs, no privacy), for the time being, what I NEED is to be somewhere else.
39. How many TVs do you have in your house? Three - one that doens't work, one in the living room and one in the kitchen.
40. Who is your loudest friend? At the moment, I don't really have any extremely loud friends - I'm not naming any names. Danny is the loudest in the bedroom... lol
41. How many dogs do you have? No dogs - no cats - no pets of any kind. I want a cat!!
42. Does someone have a crush on you? Not that I'm aware of, but if there is anyone, please speak up - maybe we can talk a bit and work something out... lol
43. What is your favorite book? Hugh Prather's "Notes To Myself" is still among my favorites. Add the Anne Rice "Vampire Chronicles" series of books, The Twilight Series and "Standing Firm" by Dan Quayle.
44. What is your favorite candy? Baby Snickers - love 'em. And jelly beans!
45. Favorite Sports Team? In College, it's the UNC Tarheels. For the NFL, it's San Francisco 49'ers and The Carolina Panthers, and for sports in general, it's the WWE Superstars. Woo Woo Woo - You Know It!
46. What song do you want played at your funeral? "Thunderbird" by Quiet Riot, "I'll Cover You" from the RENT soundtrack, "Highwayman" by Cash, Willie, Waylon & Kristofferson and finally "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go" by WHAM - I love that song.
47. What were you doing 12 AM last night? Watching the replay of Sons of Anarchy and thinking to myself, "Damn, Clay is a evil SOB". Probably playing on the computer too, checking my facebook & stuff..
48. What was the first thing you thought of when you woke up? What time is it? I have to pee!
49. What is your favorite thing to pamper yourself? Just sitting back on the couch, sipping a Pepsi or cold Bud Light with no interruptions or people wandering in and out while I watch old movies. A night out with friends, away from the house where everyone is drinking, happy and getting along - that's a night of pure bliss & heaven and pampering to me.
50. What is something that you want for Christmas this year? I want Cal to come home, once and for all, for good and all of this B.S. behind him - behind us. That's ALL I want - anything else would pale in comparison.
1. Do you like blue cheese? Cheese should never be blue - nothing that is natural is blue - and it has chunks. What are those chunks? Nasty!!!
2. Have you ever smoked heroin? I always thought herion was more of a shooting up type of drug rather than a smoking type of drug, but then again, I've never used it, smoking or shooting up, so what the hell do I know?
3. Do you own a gun? I do have a thirty year old Daisy BB Gun (and no, I didn't put my eye out) - don't know if it still works though. I should go get some BB's and find out. Where is that damn Mockingbird when I need him?
4. Your favorite song of all time? Alice Cooper's "I Never Cry" is probably my most favorite - but I do have to admit that the "Smurf's theme" is also strong in my heart.. "La la la la la la sing a happy song"... lol
5. Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? I get very nervous before any appointment, be it a doctor, a barber or even walking into the store to get a paper. I have issues with dealing with people and extreme anti-social tendencies which results in severe anxiety. Sad, I know...
6. What do you think of hot dogs? I like hot dogs with ketchup, mustard and homemade chili. That might be a good thing to fix for dinner tonight? Hmmm!
7. Favorite Christmas song? The Little Drummer Boy, as sung by Bing Crosby & David Bowie. It's truly a classic with two very distinct voices blending together to create magic. I also like that song by Robert Earl Keen called "Merry Christmas From The Family". - it's the quinsential Christmas song... lol.
8. What do you prefer to drink in the morning? I want a real Pepsi and would prefer a real Pepsi -but usually have to settle for a Diet Pepsi or a Diet Coke (bleh). So long as it's cold, wet and has a crisp bite to get me moving, I'm happy.
9. Can you do push ups? Those little orange flavored Ice Cream treats - I can do them all day long. Yummy!!!
10. What's your favorite piece of jewelry? A small gold hoop earring that I have, with small rainbow colored hoops on it - a friend from a long time ago gave it to me - he's no longer in the picture (thank goodness - he turned out to be a total ass-clown), but I have the memories of the good times and the better parts of that somewhat awkward relationship.
11. Favorite hobby? Writing. I try to make sure I write something (at teast a letter, usually far more) every day. Also, sleeping and cooking are also favorite activities.
12. Secret weapon to get the opposite sex? Why the hell would I want to get the opposite sex? They can't do anything for me... lol. Maybe my secret weapon would be to hold up a shirt and say it needs to be ironed?? Damn, that sounds sexist. I'm ONLY JOKING! Hell, I just tell women that I'm gay - that attracts them like flies to a pile of... you get the idea.
13. Do you have A.D.D.? Probably - I can't pay attention to crap and get distracted easily - especially by that damn phone which NEVER QUITS RINGING!!!
14. What one trait do you hate about yourself? My insecurities and lack of confidence in myself - In my mind, I know that I'm extremely capable and can do the things I need (and want) to do, BUT despite that, almost every task, especially when it comes to dealing with other people is a major effort.
15. Middle Name? Alan
16. Name 3 thoughts at this exact moment. I need to get off my ass and write a letter to Cal today. I lost a tooth this morning and my tongue keeps going to the place where it was - it feels weird. And I wonder if my letter about the SC Voter ID Law is going to make it into the Laurinburg Exchange? And the kid from up the road is really growing up fast. Nice!!
17. Name 3 things you bought yesterday. Yesterday, I bought house shoes (getting tired of my socks getting worn out / tore so quickly), Snickers (the baby ones - got them for the Halloween kids allegedly, but they're really for me) and stamps. (I really need to get to work on writing that letter to Cal.)
18. Name 3 drinks you regularly drink? Diet Pepsi, Diet Coke and Water
19. Current worry right now? Will the lottery ticket I purchased yesterday hit for me and will I become a multi-millionaire and if that happens, will I be able to handle the pressure of being a rich bastard?
20. Current hate right now? I don't really do "Hate" - I do dislikes and I do "some people need a high five - across the face - with a steel chair", but I don't do "hate" - it's a terrible emotion that serves no productive purpose except to eat away at a person from inside. Hmmmm - something I majorly dislike is how lies by one person has hurt a person I care for a great deal. I think that bitch needs the high-five I mentioned just a moment ago.
21. Favorite place to be? Anywhere but here at the moment. Wilmington would be nice - so would Pine Acres Lodge... lol
22. How did you bring in the New Year? I think I was over at Brian's house (or was that the year before?) - I don't remember for sure.
23. Where would you like to go? To the beach or Wilmington - or New York (hey Russ - got room for a houseguest?) Anywhere, that is not Laurinburg or Scotland County, would be nice.
24. Name three people who will complete this? I'm not putting it out there for others to complete - I doing this because I'm bored. But if anyone wants to cut and paste and complete it themselves, feel free to do so.
25. Do you own slippers? Bought them yesterday and they are black and very cool. Comfy too..
26. What shirt are you wearing? A light green button up that looks very good on me - it brings out my eyes.
27. Do you like sleeping on satin sheets? Nope - too slippery. I like plain and simple cotton sheets.
28. Can you whistle? Slightly, but not enough to record a song with Guns & Roses... lol (Anyone get that reference?) I CAN embarass a guy walking down the street with a loud wolf-whistle though. I like the sexy guys!!
29. Favorite colors? Black, Purple and Hot Pink...
30. Would you be a pirate? Would I travel the seas for months at a time, forgoing regular baths, living on wine, women and plunder, being a scourge of the seas with no future except for death by drowning, death in battle, or death by hanging if we're caught by legal authorities. What a life. Would I do it? Hell no- unless I get to sail with Johnny Depp as my cabin mate. And Chris Elliot as my Cabin Boy (loved that movie) - and then I might consider it... lol
31. What songs do you sing in the shower? I song songs by Waylon and Alice mostly, but occasionally I'll break out with the Sinatra tunes. And if I'm feeling really good, I'll cut loose with the soundtrack songs from "Rent". Now that is a must-hear experiences. I rock!!!
32. Favorite girl's name? I love the name Theresa (my sister and my best friend have that name), but would also consider Raven, Diane and Shaniqua for any female demon-spawn children that my loins might help produce.
33. Favorite boy's name? Vince or Vincent is my favorite guy name, followed by Christopher, Michael & Alphonso.
34. What's in your pocket right now? My hand - I'm feeling around to see I had anything stuck in my pockets - and I don't.
35. Last thing that made you laugh? Greg Gutfield - I'm watching "The Five" on Fox News right now -and the interations between Gutfield and Bob Beckle is laugh out loud hilarious. These guys belong on a stand-up comics stage.
36. Best bed sheets as a child? I had a set of Snoopy sheets - complete with matching curtains, pillow cases, etc that was incredibly awesome. Snoopy (Joe Cool) was de' man (or dog as the case may be).
37. Worst injury you've ever had? Physical injuries have taken their toll over the years (broken ankle, broken wrists, head split open & stitches, surgery on throat, detached retina, etc) but all of those pale in comparison to the hurt caused when you're betrayed or forgotten by someone who you trusted, loved and gave your heart. Physical injuries heal - injuries to the heart never do.
38. Do you love where you live. I like this house - I like my neighbors and if circumstances were different, I would love to live here for the rest of my years BUT things being as they are (no jobs, no privacy), for the time being, what I NEED is to be somewhere else.
39. How many TVs do you have in your house? Three - one that doens't work, one in the living room and one in the kitchen.
40. Who is your loudest friend? At the moment, I don't really have any extremely loud friends - I'm not naming any names. Danny is the loudest in the bedroom... lol
41. How many dogs do you have? No dogs - no cats - no pets of any kind. I want a cat!!
42. Does someone have a crush on you? Not that I'm aware of, but if there is anyone, please speak up - maybe we can talk a bit and work something out... lol
43. What is your favorite book? Hugh Prather's "Notes To Myself" is still among my favorites. Add the Anne Rice "Vampire Chronicles" series of books, The Twilight Series and "Standing Firm" by Dan Quayle.
44. What is your favorite candy? Baby Snickers - love 'em. And jelly beans!
45. Favorite Sports Team? In College, it's the UNC Tarheels. For the NFL, it's San Francisco 49'ers and The Carolina Panthers, and for sports in general, it's the WWE Superstars. Woo Woo Woo - You Know It!
46. What song do you want played at your funeral? "Thunderbird" by Quiet Riot, "I'll Cover You" from the RENT soundtrack, "Highwayman" by Cash, Willie, Waylon & Kristofferson and finally "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go" by WHAM - I love that song.
47. What were you doing 12 AM last night? Watching the replay of Sons of Anarchy and thinking to myself, "Damn, Clay is a evil SOB". Probably playing on the computer too, checking my facebook & stuff..
48. What was the first thing you thought of when you woke up? What time is it? I have to pee!
49. What is your favorite thing to pamper yourself? Just sitting back on the couch, sipping a Pepsi or cold Bud Light with no interruptions or people wandering in and out while I watch old movies. A night out with friends, away from the house where everyone is drinking, happy and getting along - that's a night of pure bliss & heaven and pampering to me.
50. What is something that you want for Christmas this year? I want Cal to come home, once and for all, for good and all of this B.S. behind him - behind us. That's ALL I want - anything else would pale in comparison.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
It's A Nice Day For A White Wedding - October 25, 2011
I had a dream last night. (And I can already see the eyes rolling, saying "Here we go again!"), but bear with me here. It wasn't that kind of dream. It was actually pretty nice and simple. In my dream, I was at a wedding. Or more specifically, my wedding. Yeppers, I got married.
Actually, thinking about it now, it's probably more of a nightmare than a dream. Think about it. Me? A Wedding? Bonds of Holy Matrimony? A life long committment to one person, for better or for worse, in sickness and in health, til' death do us part? That's kind of scary. to say the least. But in my dream, it was to the right person, the same guy I've already decided that I want to spend my life with and commit too. Not sure if he feels the same way exactly, but after all this time, I think he's in it for the duration and the long haul.
In the dream, it was a church wedding with most of my current friends there, as well as several faces I didn't recognize and a few that I haven't seen or spoke to in several years. And to put it simply, it was a good moment of time. But it got me to thinking (and this is why I'm here at the keyboard this morning), what kind of wedding would I really like to have if, by some chance, I was to actually one day get married.
Now let's be honest about this. Marriage is something that I've never experienced and probably never well. I don't like crowds, I don't like being the center of attention, I have a strong phobia of committment and most importantly, same sex marriage is not legal in NC (or in any states close by). And I'm not a big fan of traveling half-way across the country, which is what I'd have to do in order to legally say I do to the person of my choosing.
But still, I think about marriage and what it means to a life and relationship. Its the ultimate bonding and committment and even though the thought scares me a bit, it's something that I'd like to do and experience at least once in my life. Most people of my generation and age are on their second or sometimes third marriage and I've witnessed both the good and the bad that being married can bring. And I want it. I want to feel it and experience it. I never have and probably never will, but it's truly one of my dreams to be able to stand there, with the person I love, in front of family and friends, and commit to each other by saying, "I do".
So with all of that said, I want to sit here and attempt to describe the wedding I'd like to have, but most likely never will.
The location would have to be a private place where everyone can relax and just be themselves. I always thought, given my passion for the world's oldest sport, that inside a wrestling ring would be great. But most people don't share my love of sports-entertainment and admittingly, it would be kind of cheesy. Being married inside a wrestling ring should be reserved for wrestlers and not just life-long fans who write about it. So that's out.
My other choices would be either on a pier or dock with the ocean roaring in the background. Not on the beach itself because sand is annoying and would get all over everyone and everything, but close to the beach so we could have the atmosphere and magic without all of the mess. And if that's not practical or amicable to everyone, then a nice, open place surrounded by trees and woods. Either the beach or the woods would be fine, but it'd have to be outdoors to allow the sun and wind to enhance the ceremony.
Formal attire is not required. I don't do formal very well and would be perfectly comfortable in a pair of jeans and a button up shirt (but for this occasion, I would tuck my shirttail in. Just saying!) Folding chairs for the guests, an open bar, and hamburgers & hot dogs on the grill. Like I said, I'm not a big fan of "fancy". Just a cook-out with a few dozen of my closest friends which, by the way, also happens to be a wedding.
The cool thing would be to not let anyone know it's a wedding until they actually get there. Obviously, the people in the wedding party would have to know and the person who performs the wedding ceremony, but I'd prefer to keep it quiet until everyone is there and enjoying themselves. Get everyone together for a quick fifteen minute cememony and then we eat, drink and celebrate.
Now let's get to the people, both in the wedding party and my guests. Theresa and Greg would have to be there. Those are definite no-brainers. I'm not sure of the actual titles of the roles they'd play, but both Theresa and Greg would be up there at the alter, by my side. Brent and Russ would have to come down from their homes up north and be here too. And Marshall, from Wilmington. And Chris B. from Greer. Those are my traveling "must haves" at the wedding. I'd also insist that my "internet family" of Reesy, Harold, Tecty, Paps and Suzie be there too. What's a few long distance plane tickets in order to have the ones you most care for at a special event? It'd be costly, but I'd find a way.
Of course, my other "family" here in the 'Burg, Billie and Ray, along with the Paige and the Roland families would be there, sitting right in the front row. I can already hear Parker and Crystal mocking me, asking "Uncle Doug, have you gone crazy? It's not too late to run!"....lol.
I'd have to hunt down my friends from the rough and rowdy days, like Carl & Carson, Larry Wayne, Chad, Kever, James Jr., Talmadge and definitely Youngblood. Michael may be MIA these days, but he's still my one of my little bro's.
I can't forget Dina, Brian, Kenneth and Tamara, Pam, Angel and Ben (from my Kangaroo days), Tracey & David, Pat & Melissa and Rabbit. And my wrestling associates, Mr. Ethan Storm and B.D. Productions. Even if I don't have a wrestling ring to be married in, my love of that business still has to be represented in some fashion.
And my "church family". I'm not sure exactly how many would actually come since "same sex marriage" is majorly against what they believe, but I'd ask Miss Sue, Sarah and Casey, Juanetta and Pastor to be there. It wouldn't be right without their presence for they are a big part of my life now, even if we don't agree on everything.
And finally, I'd have my "blood" family, Ma, Steve, Lynn and Terri. Even though admittingly, I'm not the biggest "family person" in the world, they're still my blood and my family and they need to be there. They'd just have to be on good behavior... or else!
So that's my guest list. More names would be added, of course, as preparations for the wedding continue.
Let's move on the rest of the stuff that would have to be determined. We'd need music, of course. Roy Gee could work some of his DJ magic and we could bring in Woody from over in McColl with some karaoke equipment. Between the two of them, there would be plenty of tunes and music for everyone to enjoy.
And I guess that would cover everyone and everything. I'm sure I've missed more than I've remembered, but the scenario above describes how I'd like my wedding, if it ever happens to be.
Yeah, that's how I would like it to be. If it ever does actually happen, it'll probably turn out to a drunken blackout in Vegas, married to a woman I can't remember meeting, with the wedding being presided over by an Elvis impersonator and with three drag queens as witnesses.
Oh well, at least it won't be boring.
Actually, thinking about it now, it's probably more of a nightmare than a dream. Think about it. Me? A Wedding? Bonds of Holy Matrimony? A life long committment to one person, for better or for worse, in sickness and in health, til' death do us part? That's kind of scary. to say the least. But in my dream, it was to the right person, the same guy I've already decided that I want to spend my life with and commit too. Not sure if he feels the same way exactly, but after all this time, I think he's in it for the duration and the long haul.
In the dream, it was a church wedding with most of my current friends there, as well as several faces I didn't recognize and a few that I haven't seen or spoke to in several years. And to put it simply, it was a good moment of time. But it got me to thinking (and this is why I'm here at the keyboard this morning), what kind of wedding would I really like to have if, by some chance, I was to actually one day get married.
Now let's be honest about this. Marriage is something that I've never experienced and probably never well. I don't like crowds, I don't like being the center of attention, I have a strong phobia of committment and most importantly, same sex marriage is not legal in NC (or in any states close by). And I'm not a big fan of traveling half-way across the country, which is what I'd have to do in order to legally say I do to the person of my choosing.
But still, I think about marriage and what it means to a life and relationship. Its the ultimate bonding and committment and even though the thought scares me a bit, it's something that I'd like to do and experience at least once in my life. Most people of my generation and age are on their second or sometimes third marriage and I've witnessed both the good and the bad that being married can bring. And I want it. I want to feel it and experience it. I never have and probably never will, but it's truly one of my dreams to be able to stand there, with the person I love, in front of family and friends, and commit to each other by saying, "I do".
So with all of that said, I want to sit here and attempt to describe the wedding I'd like to have, but most likely never will.
The location would have to be a private place where everyone can relax and just be themselves. I always thought, given my passion for the world's oldest sport, that inside a wrestling ring would be great. But most people don't share my love of sports-entertainment and admittingly, it would be kind of cheesy. Being married inside a wrestling ring should be reserved for wrestlers and not just life-long fans who write about it. So that's out.
My other choices would be either on a pier or dock with the ocean roaring in the background. Not on the beach itself because sand is annoying and would get all over everyone and everything, but close to the beach so we could have the atmosphere and magic without all of the mess. And if that's not practical or amicable to everyone, then a nice, open place surrounded by trees and woods. Either the beach or the woods would be fine, but it'd have to be outdoors to allow the sun and wind to enhance the ceremony.
Formal attire is not required. I don't do formal very well and would be perfectly comfortable in a pair of jeans and a button up shirt (but for this occasion, I would tuck my shirttail in. Just saying!) Folding chairs for the guests, an open bar, and hamburgers & hot dogs on the grill. Like I said, I'm not a big fan of "fancy". Just a cook-out with a few dozen of my closest friends which, by the way, also happens to be a wedding.
The cool thing would be to not let anyone know it's a wedding until they actually get there. Obviously, the people in the wedding party would have to know and the person who performs the wedding ceremony, but I'd prefer to keep it quiet until everyone is there and enjoying themselves. Get everyone together for a quick fifteen minute cememony and then we eat, drink and celebrate.
Now let's get to the people, both in the wedding party and my guests. Theresa and Greg would have to be there. Those are definite no-brainers. I'm not sure of the actual titles of the roles they'd play, but both Theresa and Greg would be up there at the alter, by my side. Brent and Russ would have to come down from their homes up north and be here too. And Marshall, from Wilmington. And Chris B. from Greer. Those are my traveling "must haves" at the wedding. I'd also insist that my "internet family" of Reesy, Harold, Tecty, Paps and Suzie be there too. What's a few long distance plane tickets in order to have the ones you most care for at a special event? It'd be costly, but I'd find a way.
Of course, my other "family" here in the 'Burg, Billie and Ray, along with the Paige and the Roland families would be there, sitting right in the front row. I can already hear Parker and Crystal mocking me, asking "Uncle Doug, have you gone crazy? It's not too late to run!"....lol.
I'd have to hunt down my friends from the rough and rowdy days, like Carl & Carson, Larry Wayne, Chad, Kever, James Jr., Talmadge and definitely Youngblood. Michael may be MIA these days, but he's still my one of my little bro's.
I can't forget Dina, Brian, Kenneth and Tamara, Pam, Angel and Ben (from my Kangaroo days), Tracey & David, Pat & Melissa and Rabbit. And my wrestling associates, Mr. Ethan Storm and B.D. Productions. Even if I don't have a wrestling ring to be married in, my love of that business still has to be represented in some fashion.
And my "church family". I'm not sure exactly how many would actually come since "same sex marriage" is majorly against what they believe, but I'd ask Miss Sue, Sarah and Casey, Juanetta and Pastor to be there. It wouldn't be right without their presence for they are a big part of my life now, even if we don't agree on everything.
And finally, I'd have my "blood" family, Ma, Steve, Lynn and Terri. Even though admittingly, I'm not the biggest "family person" in the world, they're still my blood and my family and they need to be there. They'd just have to be on good behavior... or else!
So that's my guest list. More names would be added, of course, as preparations for the wedding continue.
Let's move on the rest of the stuff that would have to be determined. We'd need music, of course. Roy Gee could work some of his DJ magic and we could bring in Woody from over in McColl with some karaoke equipment. Between the two of them, there would be plenty of tunes and music for everyone to enjoy.
And I guess that would cover everyone and everything. I'm sure I've missed more than I've remembered, but the scenario above describes how I'd like my wedding, if it ever happens to be.
Yeah, that's how I would like it to be. If it ever does actually happen, it'll probably turn out to a drunken blackout in Vegas, married to a woman I can't remember meeting, with the wedding being presided over by an Elvis impersonator and with three drag queens as witnesses.
Oh well, at least it won't be boring.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Random Musings: October 24, 2011
Watching WWE Monday Night Raw and I figured that this would be a good time to jump ramble and rant for a while about different things. Some might be wrestling related, which is only natural since I'm watching wrestling. And other things... may not.
CM Punk has been getting buried as of late and losing that appeal that made him stand out. With that one segment where he trash-talked Johnny Ace and went after Alberto, he's gotten his heat back just that quickly.
I want to throw a big party and have a "Stoney Crew & Friends" reunion. All of the old crowd from my Showtime / St. Andrews days, plus the Wilmington and McColl peeps too. Add a few friends from my Hasty days and the world of "Club Dairy Mart" and let the good times roll.
Zack Ryder in the main event. Woo Woo Woo - you know it!
They need to do a celebrity version of American Idol. They can call it (surprise) Celebrity American Idol and have 10 Celebrities who are NOT known for being singers compete each week, just like they do the regular show, until we get a winner, who can win an album deal. Can't you just imagine the fun and craziness?
Jim Ross > Michael Cole
I haven't drank an alcoholic beverage in almost four months. Not too shabby for me. But I'm sure that as soon as I get through this next week, I'll definitely make up for lost time. In fact, I'm counting on it.
I'm thinking about writing a book consisting of an assortment of stories, thoughts, surveys and rants, like a 2011 version of a much younger (and slightly more eclectic) version of Andy Rooney. I think I would be quite good with something like that. But is there an audience for a book like that? If the stats at my blog-site, where I write at least one thing a day are any indication, the answer is yes. And if I do manage to put something together, maybe I could get up with someone who has a video camera (and a faster computer) and do a three-minute rant, like Rooney does (did) on 60 Minutes every week and post it on YouTube. I could be an internet sensation. I'm already an internet wrestling journalist (whatever the hell that is) so it'd just be taking the columns which I've been doing since 2003 and going to the next level. All of this is something to consider anyhow.
Currently reading a book about Richard Nixon. The man was a good President and accomplished many good things for our country during his time in power, but remember that classic quote of his, where he wanted to make it perfectly clear that he was NOT a crook? Well, guess what? President Nixon was as honest as President Bill Clinton was faithful to his marriage vows. He's always been a fascinating individual and one of my favorite historical figures, but guess what? He was also extremely corrupt with a capital "C".
Jim Ross versus Michael Cole for the job of lead announcer of RAW? See what I said earlier. Still true! J.R. would chew Michael Cole up like a plate full of BBQ!
I saw somewhere that Guns & Roses are fixing to go on tour. Axl needs to get his stuff together, drop that imitation band he's been working with and give Slash a call. It it's not Slash, Duff, Izzy. Matt and Gilby with Axl, then it's not really Guns & Roses. By the way, I didn't include Steven Adler because... have you seen him lately? He's a mess. Go call Dr. Drew. But the rest of the band - I want to see the real GnR back one more time.
Damn, I just realized something. R-Truth thinks I'm a "Little Jimmy"... Oh vey!
Ryder gets the pre-match backstage beatdown. That means he comes out at the end of the match for the save on Cena and wins the match for his team (I hope). Woo Woo Woo. And Yogi Bear's partner is Boo Boo Boo! You know it!
Too bad Leslie Neilson and George Kennedy are both dead and O.J. Simpson is in prison. I would love to see a new Naked Gun movie. Priscilla Presley is still around, but she had a faulty plastic surgery job and got her face messed up. She could still do a cameo though and they could re-cast the other roles.
I need a new tattoo. Okay, maybe I don't really "need" it, but I want a new one.
Cena picked "The Rock" as his partner for Survivor Series and spit out a big wad of drool while doing so. That was nasty! Guess I was wrong about Ryder making the save. Oh well.
Flipping to watch "The Ed Show" and listen to the biggest lying looney-tune on cable, Ed Shultz, ramble a bit. This guy is a total whack-job to the max. He makes Keith Olbermann, who was a bit out there in his own right, look like former NC Senator Jesse Helms (R-NC) by comparison. Shultz doesn't just drink the kool-aid - he's shooting it up and bathing in it as well.
Bert & Ernie are NOT gay. They're just friends. Very, very, very close friends.
I wish Cal was here. I'll see him tomorrow though. That'll be good.
I wonder who would win in a fight between Wolverine (of the X-Men) and Freddy Kruger (of Nightmare on Elm Street)? My money is on the guy with the claws.
If I ever record an album (and let's all hope I don't because my voice is total crap these days), the songs I'd cover on it are Dr. Hook's "Sylvia's Mother", Alice Cooper's "No Tricks" and Bobby Bare's "Numbers". Those songs - I can still rock! But no matter how much anyone pleads or asks, I would NOT sing Madonna's "Like A Virgin". It's been a long, long time since I've been to a karaoke bar and sang anyhow (at least fifteen years, but probably longer). Now that would be a scary sight to see and hear. But give me a few Bud LIght's (and a shot or two of some Crown Royal or Goldschlagger) and I'd do it.
Hillary Clinton should have been elected President in 2008. She was far better a choice than either Obama or McCain. She didn't get the nomination though and we ended up with two bad candidiates and either way, we were going to be screwed. And we were. And this upcoming election, with the choices in the lead on the Republican side as candidiates taking on Obama, we're still pretty screwed. Mitt? Perry? Cain? More like Larry, Moe and Curley Joe to me. The Three Stooges taking on Abbott & Costello (Obama & Biden). We are so screwed!!
Time for bed - good night everyone. Sweet dreams.
Wanted (Dead Or Alive) - November 24, 2011
It's kind of a weird morning. Well, that's not true because it's a Monday morning and "weird" is par for course. If it was a good and lovely morning, being that it's on a Monday, then that would be weird. And all of that is beside the point anyhow since the weirdness, or whatever it's called, started last night. I just haven't really thought about addressing it until now, choosing to sleep a few hours first. So that's what I did. Went to bed with this on my mind, slept a few hours, had some very peculiar dreams and woke up. And now, here I am.
So what am I talking about, you ask?
A friend, who I have a great deal of respect and love in my heart for, made a post on Facebook concerning a mutual acquaintance of ours, saying that the person with whom we both know, is dead. And I'll be honest that when I saw that post, saying that "D" is dead, my heart stopped for a moment and a big wave of despair and remorse came over me. I'll explain more about that in a moment.
But quickly, I pulled myself together and did some checking. The allegedly dead person is currently in the custody of the Scotland County Sheriff's Department awaiting trial for several charges and although I know that our local jail is a shit-hole at best and absolute hell on the other days, people don't usually die up there. Well, actually there have been two people who have died while in custody over the past few years, but it was "natural causes", which is to say that the Sheriff's Dept. and the D.A. didn't want to waste their time with an actual investigation and are, at least in my opinion, covering their asses. But that's not what matters right now.
I checked on the computer and then made a phone call. "D", who is said to be dead, is currently well and good up at the jail. So that gives me two questions to ponder. Why would my friend post such a statement, knowing that it's not true? And what would I do if it was true?
As for the first question, I have not a clue. I know that my friend and "D" were tight for a while, but eventually went their seperate ways. My friend was injured after being struck by a vehicle and moved away to a different town, where he's been rehabbing his injuries and attempting to conquer his personal demons. By all accounts, he was doing well in his battle until very recently when he's backslided just a bit. I'm hoping that it's just a temporary setback and he's able to regain the lost ground, pull himself together and move on with his life. He's an awesome dude in so many ways and he deserves so much better than the cards he's been dealt. But he's played the hand and taken a few hits. Like I said, my prayers and hopes are that he'll make it back on track and be able to show everyone just how great a guy he truly is.
I'm thinking that the post last night might have been either expressing a desire (wishful thinking) taking into account how "D" used and tried to manipulate my friend. He did that with everyone, but some (my friend and I) felt it more than others. Or it may have been my friend noting that "D" is dead to him, indicating a full and total break from the madness that "D" brought with him. Or it could just be that someone told him that "D" was dead and, not having any way to confirm or deny, my friend just took it as fact and repeated it in his post so that all of us who also know "D" would know.
Only he knows for sure why he posted that statement and only he can explain it. So I'm not stressing that.
As for the second question as to what I would do if it was true, that's a little more complicated.
I first met "D" slightly over four years ago. If you've ever met someone and there was a instant connection there, that's what happened. And even though my better judgement was screaming against it, we starting hanging out together and became close. Very close. It wasn't long before I realized that he had major issues, but I didn't care for a long time. I could overlook the stupid remarks and the craziness, although it was nearly driving me crazy. I could do it because I had this big hole in my life. I was (and still am) in love with an amazing, beautiful person, but due to circumstances beyond both of our abilities to control, I can't be with him. So I found a substitute. And "D" was it.
It continued for a few years, with lots of other people coming into the picture (including the friend who's post started all of this - I met him through "D"), and lots of good times, lots of bad times and lots of absolute craziness. "D" took me for granted, used the hell out of me and was verbally abusive. And I just took it. I'd get pissed and would stay away from him for weeks or even months at a time, but he'd keep coming by and apologizing or just trying to do whatever he could so I'd be with him and take him back in my life. And usually, I'd give in after a while and he'd be on good behavior for a while and then the drug-use, the drinking, the verbal jabs, would start again. Wash - rinse - repeat. And so it went.
And finally, one night of just too much B.S. and I snapped. I just totally lost it and put him out of my car and out of my life. I could deal with much of the stuff, but he crossed the line one too many times and did the one thing I could never, ever live with. And just like that, he was gone. He came by here a couple of times after that to try and "talk to me", but I wasn't buying it. And finally, I told him to leave and do not come back on my property... ever. He did and to his credit, he never came back, although I did see him walking by several times after that, looking over towards the house to see if he could spot me. But he didn't see me and kept walking. After that last incident, I had decided that "D" was "dead to me". End of story.
But it wasn't. Not long after the last time I saw him walking by the house, I saw in the paper where he had been arrested. And more charges were added a couple of weeks later. He was in jail and that's where he's remained. But I still find myself looking over at his Mom's house when I go by there to see if I see him in the yard. And his phone number is still on my cell phone. I still have the cigar he gave me nearly four years ago when his baby daughter was born. And I keep an eye on things at the jail to make sure he's still there. I've even thought about writing him a few times, but those thoughts usually end before they can really get started.
It's obvious that despite my proclamation to myself that he's "dead to me", that I still miss and care for "D". I don't want him back in my day-to-day life. I can't live like I was and deal with the baggage he brings to the table. The only person I want to be with in a relationship is Cal, my soul-mate and better half, and one day, all of the barriers and B.S. will come to an end and that will happen. "D" was a strong and powerful force in my life and he helped me get through some tough times and learn more about myself than anyone else ever did before or since. I don't hate him and I'd love to see him get past his problems, conquer his demons and find that ever elusive path to happiness and contentment. And I hope that eventually, if our paths ever cross again, maybe we can shake hands, share a hug and then keep going our seperate directions.
I have every reason in the world to despise and hate this person. But I saw the good, buried beneath the layers of stupidity, craziness and bitterness at the world. And maybe one day, the world will be able to see it too. I wish him well in his future. It just can not and will not involve me.
And what if he really was dead? What if the claim was true? How would I feel? How would I react? I'd let out a heavy sigh, say a prayer for the guy and his family, and then bury it inside me and move on. Would it affect me? Probably. Would anyone ever get to see it and know about it? Nah, I don't think so. It's better that way.
So what am I talking about, you ask?
A friend, who I have a great deal of respect and love in my heart for, made a post on Facebook concerning a mutual acquaintance of ours, saying that the person with whom we both know, is dead. And I'll be honest that when I saw that post, saying that "D" is dead, my heart stopped for a moment and a big wave of despair and remorse came over me. I'll explain more about that in a moment.
But quickly, I pulled myself together and did some checking. The allegedly dead person is currently in the custody of the Scotland County Sheriff's Department awaiting trial for several charges and although I know that our local jail is a shit-hole at best and absolute hell on the other days, people don't usually die up there. Well, actually there have been two people who have died while in custody over the past few years, but it was "natural causes", which is to say that the Sheriff's Dept. and the D.A. didn't want to waste their time with an actual investigation and are, at least in my opinion, covering their asses. But that's not what matters right now.
I checked on the computer and then made a phone call. "D", who is said to be dead, is currently well and good up at the jail. So that gives me two questions to ponder. Why would my friend post such a statement, knowing that it's not true? And what would I do if it was true?
As for the first question, I have not a clue. I know that my friend and "D" were tight for a while, but eventually went their seperate ways. My friend was injured after being struck by a vehicle and moved away to a different town, where he's been rehabbing his injuries and attempting to conquer his personal demons. By all accounts, he was doing well in his battle until very recently when he's backslided just a bit. I'm hoping that it's just a temporary setback and he's able to regain the lost ground, pull himself together and move on with his life. He's an awesome dude in so many ways and he deserves so much better than the cards he's been dealt. But he's played the hand and taken a few hits. Like I said, my prayers and hopes are that he'll make it back on track and be able to show everyone just how great a guy he truly is.
I'm thinking that the post last night might have been either expressing a desire (wishful thinking) taking into account how "D" used and tried to manipulate my friend. He did that with everyone, but some (my friend and I) felt it more than others. Or it may have been my friend noting that "D" is dead to him, indicating a full and total break from the madness that "D" brought with him. Or it could just be that someone told him that "D" was dead and, not having any way to confirm or deny, my friend just took it as fact and repeated it in his post so that all of us who also know "D" would know.
Only he knows for sure why he posted that statement and only he can explain it. So I'm not stressing that.
As for the second question as to what I would do if it was true, that's a little more complicated.
I first met "D" slightly over four years ago. If you've ever met someone and there was a instant connection there, that's what happened. And even though my better judgement was screaming against it, we starting hanging out together and became close. Very close. It wasn't long before I realized that he had major issues, but I didn't care for a long time. I could overlook the stupid remarks and the craziness, although it was nearly driving me crazy. I could do it because I had this big hole in my life. I was (and still am) in love with an amazing, beautiful person, but due to circumstances beyond both of our abilities to control, I can't be with him. So I found a substitute. And "D" was it.
It continued for a few years, with lots of other people coming into the picture (including the friend who's post started all of this - I met him through "D"), and lots of good times, lots of bad times and lots of absolute craziness. "D" took me for granted, used the hell out of me and was verbally abusive. And I just took it. I'd get pissed and would stay away from him for weeks or even months at a time, but he'd keep coming by and apologizing or just trying to do whatever he could so I'd be with him and take him back in my life. And usually, I'd give in after a while and he'd be on good behavior for a while and then the drug-use, the drinking, the verbal jabs, would start again. Wash - rinse - repeat. And so it went.
And finally, one night of just too much B.S. and I snapped. I just totally lost it and put him out of my car and out of my life. I could deal with much of the stuff, but he crossed the line one too many times and did the one thing I could never, ever live with. And just like that, he was gone. He came by here a couple of times after that to try and "talk to me", but I wasn't buying it. And finally, I told him to leave and do not come back on my property... ever. He did and to his credit, he never came back, although I did see him walking by several times after that, looking over towards the house to see if he could spot me. But he didn't see me and kept walking. After that last incident, I had decided that "D" was "dead to me". End of story.
But it wasn't. Not long after the last time I saw him walking by the house, I saw in the paper where he had been arrested. And more charges were added a couple of weeks later. He was in jail and that's where he's remained. But I still find myself looking over at his Mom's house when I go by there to see if I see him in the yard. And his phone number is still on my cell phone. I still have the cigar he gave me nearly four years ago when his baby daughter was born. And I keep an eye on things at the jail to make sure he's still there. I've even thought about writing him a few times, but those thoughts usually end before they can really get started.
It's obvious that despite my proclamation to myself that he's "dead to me", that I still miss and care for "D". I don't want him back in my day-to-day life. I can't live like I was and deal with the baggage he brings to the table. The only person I want to be with in a relationship is Cal, my soul-mate and better half, and one day, all of the barriers and B.S. will come to an end and that will happen. "D" was a strong and powerful force in my life and he helped me get through some tough times and learn more about myself than anyone else ever did before or since. I don't hate him and I'd love to see him get past his problems, conquer his demons and find that ever elusive path to happiness and contentment. And I hope that eventually, if our paths ever cross again, maybe we can shake hands, share a hug and then keep going our seperate directions.
I have every reason in the world to despise and hate this person. But I saw the good, buried beneath the layers of stupidity, craziness and bitterness at the world. And maybe one day, the world will be able to see it too. I wish him well in his future. It just can not and will not involve me.
And what if he really was dead? What if the claim was true? How would I feel? How would I react? I'd let out a heavy sigh, say a prayer for the guy and his family, and then bury it inside me and move on. Would it affect me? Probably. Would anyone ever get to see it and know about it? Nah, I don't think so. It's better that way.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Short Civics Lesson - October 23, 2011
I found this on Craigslist of all places, and I thought it was pretty cool. The basic premise is correct and I wish I knew who actually wrote this. It's a reminder of the checks & balances in place in Government and WHO is actually responsible for the large debts our country now faces. Congress controls the checkbooks and spends the money and from 2006 - 2010, that was the Democrats. And even now, they still control the Senate AND the Presidency - majority control of the government. So all of these debts are the Republican's faults??? Okay, I hear ya. Check this out. 'Nuff said!
Short Civics Lesson
The Washington Post babbled again today about Obama inheriting a huge deficit from Bush. Amazingly enough, a lot of people swallow this BULL.
So once more, a short civics lesson:
Budgets do not come from the White House. They come from Congress and the party that controlled Congress since January 2007 is the Democratic Party.
Furthermore, the Democrats controlled the budget process for 2008 & 2009 as well as 2010 &2011.
In that first year, they had to contend with George Bush, which caused them to compromise on spending, when Bush somewhat belatedly got tough on spending increases.
For 2009 though, Nancy Pelosi & Harry Reid bypassed George Bush entirely, passing continuing resolutions to keep government running until Barack Obama could take office. At that time, they passed a massive omnibus spending bill to complete the
2009 budgets.
And where was Barack Obama during this time? He was a member of that very Congress that passed all of these massive spending bills, and he signed the omnibus bill as President to complete 2009. Let's remember what the deficits looked like during that period.
If the Democrats inherited any deficit, it was the 2007 deficit, the last of the Republican budgets. That deficit was the lowest in five years, and the fourth straight decline in deficit spending. After that, Democrats in Congress took control of spending, and that includes Barack Obama, who voted for the budgets.
If Obama inherited anything, he inherited it from himself.
In a nutshell, what Obama is saying is I inherited a deficit that I voted for
and then I voted to expand that deficit four-fold since January 20, 2009..
There is no way this will be widely publicized, unless each of us sends it on!
This is your chance to make a difference.
Stay Focused, Connected, Informed & Inspired.
Short Civics Lesson
The Washington Post babbled again today about Obama inheriting a huge deficit from Bush. Amazingly enough, a lot of people swallow this BULL.
So once more, a short civics lesson:
Budgets do not come from the White House. They come from Congress and the party that controlled Congress since January 2007 is the Democratic Party.
Furthermore, the Democrats controlled the budget process for 2008 & 2009 as well as 2010 &2011.
In that first year, they had to contend with George Bush, which caused them to compromise on spending, when Bush somewhat belatedly got tough on spending increases.
For 2009 though, Nancy Pelosi & Harry Reid bypassed George Bush entirely, passing continuing resolutions to keep government running until Barack Obama could take office. At that time, they passed a massive omnibus spending bill to complete the
2009 budgets.
And where was Barack Obama during this time? He was a member of that very Congress that passed all of these massive spending bills, and he signed the omnibus bill as President to complete 2009. Let's remember what the deficits looked like during that period.
If the Democrats inherited any deficit, it was the 2007 deficit, the last of the Republican budgets. That deficit was the lowest in five years, and the fourth straight decline in deficit spending. After that, Democrats in Congress took control of spending, and that includes Barack Obama, who voted for the budgets.
If Obama inherited anything, he inherited it from himself.
In a nutshell, what Obama is saying is I inherited a deficit that I voted for
and then I voted to expand that deficit four-fold since January 20, 2009..
There is no way this will be widely publicized, unless each of us sends it on!
This is your chance to make a difference.
Stay Focused, Connected, Informed & Inspired.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Six MInutes: October 22, 2011
Six Minutes
October 22, 2011
Doug Maynard
I told you I'd be back. Just hours after wrapping up another award winning edition of professional wrestling's most eclectic column, "Tossing Salt - Worldwide News", I'm back again to finish taking care of bid'ness. And that is, of course, WWE Vengeance, which takes place tomorrow night on pay per view. Didn't we just do a PPV? Well, we had TNA Bound For Glory, AWE The Night Of Legends (which blew chunks majorly), WWE Hell In A Cell and wasn't there one more two weeks before that? Oh yeah, the WWE Night of Champions. I'm pretty much pay per viewed out by now and I know most wrestling fans probably are as well. This buyrate for this show is going to be bad. Real bad! And it's kind of sad because of all of the shows in the past seven weeks (five of them), the match line-up actually looks to be pretty solid and entertaining.
So I'm going to do my thoughts and predictions on each match for this event. Doesn't that sound like fun? And since it got such great response the last time I did it *rolls eyes in a sarcastic manner*, I'm going to do some more "One On One" match-ups. The stars of yesterday versus the stars of today from TNA Impact Wrestling. Sounds like a full column to me, or close enough anyhow, so let's get this party started. I'm Doug and I'm your American Idol. It's true - it's damn true. Let's do this.
Happy Birthday to my Mom, Evelyn Brannan, who turns a young 75 tomorrow (Sunday). Love you, Ma!
WWE Vengeance 2011 PPV Thoughts & Predictions:
WWE Championship Match - Last Man Standing
Alberto Del Rio (c) versus John Cena
So far, Del Rio has yet to score a pin over the WWE Golden Boy, John Cena. But luckily for him, this match has nothing to do with pins or submissions. All you have to do is incapictate your opponent for the count of ten to win. I can't see the WWE taking the title off of Del Rio yet after only four weeks. If Del Rio loses the title this early, they may as well give him a cheerleader's outfit and cover him in crap before cramming him in a box and shipping him off to OVW. It would be that bad a burial.
Cena doesn't need to be the champion and since the feud with The Rock is just fixing to get geared up to lead into Survivor Series, it's better to move Cena away from the title picture alltogether and lets others have a chance to enjoy the spotlight for a bit. Look for lots of outside interference from Ricardo and shenanigans galore as Del Rio manages to cheat a way to the victory and retain his WWE Championship.
Winner and STILL Champion: Alberto Del Rio
World Championship Match
Mark Henry (c) versus The Big Show
Henry is doing great as the Champion and this is only the first match in what I expect to be a stiff and brutal feud to lead up to Survivor Series. I can't see Show taking a defeat, but I can't see Mark Henry losing the title either so I'll go for a non-finish to this match, which keeps both men strong.
Double Disqualification Ending - Mark Henry retains the World Heavyweight Championship
United States Championship Match
Dolph Ziggler w/ Vickie Guerrero versus Zack Ryder
Woo Woo Woo - Zack Ryder wins the gold. Are you serious, bro? You know it!
Winner and NEW United States Champion: "Long Island Ice Z", Zack Ryder
World Tag Team Championship Match
Air Boom - Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne (c) versus Dolph Ziggler & Jack Swagger w/ Vickie Guerrero
I'm not sure how serious Bourne is hurt after suffering a stinger last week on RAW, but he hasn't wrestled on TV or at the house events since. Air Boom (hate that name) have done a good job of helping to rebuild the tag team division in their short time as champions, but Ziggler and Swagger, along with Vickie are slightly higher on the ladder in WWE Management's eyes and I can see them as the favorites here. So look for a Vickie distraction (and some possible interference by David Otunga) and the titles are changing hands. Dolph loses one belt but gains another with tag team gold.
Winners and NEW WWE World Tag Team Champions: Dolph Ziggler & Jack Swagger w/ Vickie Guerrero
Divas Championship Match
Beth Phoenix (c) versus Eve Torres
Beth squash! Beth smash! Eve screams! Beth keep title! 'Nuff said!
Winner and STILL WWE DIva's Champion: Beth Phoenix
Sheamus versus Christian
Sheamus won at the last PPV rather easily. Therefore, this time it's Christian's turn. He gets sneaky and cheats and steals a win. And then he can use this win to ask for (guess what?) "one more match" for the World title. He won't get it because Sheamus will be there to kick his butt. The dark horse match of the night and the "Creepy Little Bastard" comes out with the arm raised and takes that trip to the pay window.
Winner: Christian
Randy Orton versus Cody Rhodes
This match is NOT for Rhodes Intercontinental Championship. And champions always lose non-title matches, especially when they're facing Randy Orton. Orton doesn't need a win. Cody does. But when has something like that ever mattered? RKO for the pin.
Winner: Randy Orton
Triple H & CM Punk versus The Awesome Truth (The Miz & R-Truth)
Punk and HHH should not be partners. It's just not right. So I'd look for some tension between the former C.O.O. and the "voice of the voiceless" during the match. And I'd also look for Interim GM for RAW and Vice President of Talent Relations Johnny Ace to get involved in some way,shape or form as well and cause some problems for Hunter and Punk.
How about this? HHH and Punk have the match won, but the referee is distracted by Johnny Ace and doesn't get there in time to make the count. HHH and Punk are PO'ed at the referee and lay him out. We get some shenanigans by Miz and Truth and a chairshot or low blow later, they pick up the win when Ace slides into the ring to play referee and make a fast three count for them. HHH & Punk lose - Miz & Truth win. That'd be awesome and that is the truth.
Winners: The Miz & R-Truth
And there you go. My predictions and guesstimations about the matches for Vengeance this upcoming Sunday night on pay per view. I expect that it's going to be a good show. Too bad nobody is going to see it. Let's move on to a little "One On One" action.
One On One - Stars of Yesterday versus The Stars of Today (AWA versus WWE)
What I do here is take the stars of yesterday, place them up against the stars of today in match-ups and then do some fantasy booking, if you will, and attempt to determine if this match-up could actually take place, who would win. Pretty simple, right? I think so.
Five match-ups this week. For the legends team, I'm going back to November, 1987 and the official rankings for the American Wrestling Association (AWA), as determined by Celebrity Wrestling Magazine, matching up against the stars of the WWE, as ranked by WWE.com and their "Power 25" rankings for the period ending October 22, 2011. Let's do this...
Nick Bockwinkle versus John Cena
This would be a interesting match to see. Bockwinkle was a thinking man's wrestler who wore down and outsmarted his opponents. Cena is more of a power-based guy, who knows some moves, but tends more just run over his opponents. Cena definitely has the size, speed and strength advantages. Bockwinkle would have the edge in experience and actual wrestling knowledge. I can't see Bockwinkle, as good as he was, pinning John Cena. Cena is too strong. But at the same time, I don't think that Cena is smart enough to pin Bockwinkle either. If this match was to happen, Nick would either get himself disqualified or counted out to avoid being pinned and suffering a loss, much like he would usually do when he faced Hogan or Scott Hall back in the day.
Winner by DQ: John Cena
Curt Hennig versus Mark Henry
Mark Henry has been looking great for the past few months, but against someone like Curt Hennig, would that be enough. This was the time period not long after Curt's AWA World Championship win and he was on fire then, working a slightly more reckless style than we saw later when he came to the WWE as "Mr. Perfect". He was so smooth in the ring back then and really starting to come into his own. I think Henry would dominate most of this match and probably beat Curt within an inch of his life, but as the match went on, Curt would get stronger and better. Henry would wear himself down and Hennig would sneak in and grab a pin to get the win.
Winner: Curt Hennig
Larry Zbyszko versus Randy Orton
Larry would stall and delay for thirty minutes before the match ever got started and would be constantly talking and frustrating Randy and the referee and the fans. Randy would work the high impact hit and move offense, while Zbyszko would try to get Orton down to the mat and wear him down. This would be a fun match of conflicting styles, but in the end, as much as I hate to admit it, the "Viper" would come out on top after Larry gets distracted and gets caught with a vicious RKO.
Winner: Randy Orton
Col. Debeers versus CM Punk
This would be a five-star match to be sure. The main thing most people remember about DeBeers is his racist comments and over-the-top character. But he was actually a damn good wrestler too. CM Punk might like to drop "pipe bombs" on occasion, but with DeBeers, every single thing he said was capable of starting an inferno. Forget the match - just the promos with these guys would be incredible. Punk, I think has the edge in speed. DeBeers definitely has the power advantage. And the experience factor would run about equal. Flip a coin with these two because it could easily go either way. I'd go with DeBeers, just because I don't like Punk teaming up with HHH and Cena these days. So DeBeers blasts Punk into the ringpost and gets a tainted win with his feet on the ropes for leverage.
Winner: Col. DeBeers
"Playboy" Buddy Rose versus Alberto Del Rio
Another match that would be fun to see, especially if you figure in the outside factors, Sherri Martel for Rose and Ricardo Rodriguez for Del Rio, both of who you know would get involved. Del Rio is in better shape and easily the quicker of the two men. Rose looks like the Dough Boy, but moved well for a guy his size and was amazingly agile and surprisingly strong. Del Rio is probably the better wrestler of the two men, but Rose has a big experience advantage. And he's got Sherri, which is a far bigger factor than Ricardo could ever hope to be. It'd be a very competitive match from start to finish, but in the end, we'd get Sherri reaching in and raking the eyes of Del Rio, allowing Rose to capitalize and get the pin.
Winner: "Playboy" Buddy Rose
So there you go - the AWA Old Timers win (3-2) over the WWE Superstars. Just my opinion, but I'm probably right.
And I guess that's all for me today. Thank you for reading. Questions and comments can be sent to Doug28352@yahoo.com. And if you want to catch up on all things Dougie, including wrestling columns, short stories, political commentary, surveys and lots of other fun stuff, go check out my blogsite at www.tsfiction.blogspot.com. It's no holds barred and anything goes. Check it out.
I'm Doug and I am out of here. Until the next time, take care and please always remain a fan. And don't forget to eat plenty of cheese.
Ubuntu!
October 22, 2011
Doug Maynard
I told you I'd be back. Just hours after wrapping up another award winning edition of professional wrestling's most eclectic column, "Tossing Salt - Worldwide News", I'm back again to finish taking care of bid'ness. And that is, of course, WWE Vengeance, which takes place tomorrow night on pay per view. Didn't we just do a PPV? Well, we had TNA Bound For Glory, AWE The Night Of Legends (which blew chunks majorly), WWE Hell In A Cell and wasn't there one more two weeks before that? Oh yeah, the WWE Night of Champions. I'm pretty much pay per viewed out by now and I know most wrestling fans probably are as well. This buyrate for this show is going to be bad. Real bad! And it's kind of sad because of all of the shows in the past seven weeks (five of them), the match line-up actually looks to be pretty solid and entertaining.
So I'm going to do my thoughts and predictions on each match for this event. Doesn't that sound like fun? And since it got such great response the last time I did it *rolls eyes in a sarcastic manner*, I'm going to do some more "One On One" match-ups. The stars of yesterday versus the stars of today from TNA Impact Wrestling. Sounds like a full column to me, or close enough anyhow, so let's get this party started. I'm Doug and I'm your American Idol. It's true - it's damn true. Let's do this.
Happy Birthday to my Mom, Evelyn Brannan, who turns a young 75 tomorrow (Sunday). Love you, Ma!
WWE Vengeance 2011 PPV Thoughts & Predictions:
WWE Championship Match - Last Man Standing
Alberto Del Rio (c) versus John Cena
So far, Del Rio has yet to score a pin over the WWE Golden Boy, John Cena. But luckily for him, this match has nothing to do with pins or submissions. All you have to do is incapictate your opponent for the count of ten to win. I can't see the WWE taking the title off of Del Rio yet after only four weeks. If Del Rio loses the title this early, they may as well give him a cheerleader's outfit and cover him in crap before cramming him in a box and shipping him off to OVW. It would be that bad a burial.
Cena doesn't need to be the champion and since the feud with The Rock is just fixing to get geared up to lead into Survivor Series, it's better to move Cena away from the title picture alltogether and lets others have a chance to enjoy the spotlight for a bit. Look for lots of outside interference from Ricardo and shenanigans galore as Del Rio manages to cheat a way to the victory and retain his WWE Championship.
Winner and STILL Champion: Alberto Del Rio
World Championship Match
Mark Henry (c) versus The Big Show
Henry is doing great as the Champion and this is only the first match in what I expect to be a stiff and brutal feud to lead up to Survivor Series. I can't see Show taking a defeat, but I can't see Mark Henry losing the title either so I'll go for a non-finish to this match, which keeps both men strong.
Double Disqualification Ending - Mark Henry retains the World Heavyweight Championship
United States Championship Match
Dolph Ziggler w/ Vickie Guerrero versus Zack Ryder
Woo Woo Woo - Zack Ryder wins the gold. Are you serious, bro? You know it!
Winner and NEW United States Champion: "Long Island Ice Z", Zack Ryder
World Tag Team Championship Match
Air Boom - Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne (c) versus Dolph Ziggler & Jack Swagger w/ Vickie Guerrero
I'm not sure how serious Bourne is hurt after suffering a stinger last week on RAW, but he hasn't wrestled on TV or at the house events since. Air Boom (hate that name) have done a good job of helping to rebuild the tag team division in their short time as champions, but Ziggler and Swagger, along with Vickie are slightly higher on the ladder in WWE Management's eyes and I can see them as the favorites here. So look for a Vickie distraction (and some possible interference by David Otunga) and the titles are changing hands. Dolph loses one belt but gains another with tag team gold.
Winners and NEW WWE World Tag Team Champions: Dolph Ziggler & Jack Swagger w/ Vickie Guerrero
Divas Championship Match
Beth Phoenix (c) versus Eve Torres
Beth squash! Beth smash! Eve screams! Beth keep title! 'Nuff said!
Winner and STILL WWE DIva's Champion: Beth Phoenix
Sheamus versus Christian
Sheamus won at the last PPV rather easily. Therefore, this time it's Christian's turn. He gets sneaky and cheats and steals a win. And then he can use this win to ask for (guess what?) "one more match" for the World title. He won't get it because Sheamus will be there to kick his butt. The dark horse match of the night and the "Creepy Little Bastard" comes out with the arm raised and takes that trip to the pay window.
Winner: Christian
Randy Orton versus Cody Rhodes
This match is NOT for Rhodes Intercontinental Championship. And champions always lose non-title matches, especially when they're facing Randy Orton. Orton doesn't need a win. Cody does. But when has something like that ever mattered? RKO for the pin.
Winner: Randy Orton
Triple H & CM Punk versus The Awesome Truth (The Miz & R-Truth)
Punk and HHH should not be partners. It's just not right. So I'd look for some tension between the former C.O.O. and the "voice of the voiceless" during the match. And I'd also look for Interim GM for RAW and Vice President of Talent Relations Johnny Ace to get involved in some way,shape or form as well and cause some problems for Hunter and Punk.
How about this? HHH and Punk have the match won, but the referee is distracted by Johnny Ace and doesn't get there in time to make the count. HHH and Punk are PO'ed at the referee and lay him out. We get some shenanigans by Miz and Truth and a chairshot or low blow later, they pick up the win when Ace slides into the ring to play referee and make a fast three count for them. HHH & Punk lose - Miz & Truth win. That'd be awesome and that is the truth.
Winners: The Miz & R-Truth
And there you go. My predictions and guesstimations about the matches for Vengeance this upcoming Sunday night on pay per view. I expect that it's going to be a good show. Too bad nobody is going to see it. Let's move on to a little "One On One" action.
One On One - Stars of Yesterday versus The Stars of Today (AWA versus WWE)
What I do here is take the stars of yesterday, place them up against the stars of today in match-ups and then do some fantasy booking, if you will, and attempt to determine if this match-up could actually take place, who would win. Pretty simple, right? I think so.
Five match-ups this week. For the legends team, I'm going back to November, 1987 and the official rankings for the American Wrestling Association (AWA), as determined by Celebrity Wrestling Magazine, matching up against the stars of the WWE, as ranked by WWE.com and their "Power 25" rankings for the period ending October 22, 2011. Let's do this...
Nick Bockwinkle versus John Cena
This would be a interesting match to see. Bockwinkle was a thinking man's wrestler who wore down and outsmarted his opponents. Cena is more of a power-based guy, who knows some moves, but tends more just run over his opponents. Cena definitely has the size, speed and strength advantages. Bockwinkle would have the edge in experience and actual wrestling knowledge. I can't see Bockwinkle, as good as he was, pinning John Cena. Cena is too strong. But at the same time, I don't think that Cena is smart enough to pin Bockwinkle either. If this match was to happen, Nick would either get himself disqualified or counted out to avoid being pinned and suffering a loss, much like he would usually do when he faced Hogan or Scott Hall back in the day.
Winner by DQ: John Cena
Curt Hennig versus Mark Henry
Mark Henry has been looking great for the past few months, but against someone like Curt Hennig, would that be enough. This was the time period not long after Curt's AWA World Championship win and he was on fire then, working a slightly more reckless style than we saw later when he came to the WWE as "Mr. Perfect". He was so smooth in the ring back then and really starting to come into his own. I think Henry would dominate most of this match and probably beat Curt within an inch of his life, but as the match went on, Curt would get stronger and better. Henry would wear himself down and Hennig would sneak in and grab a pin to get the win.
Winner: Curt Hennig
Larry Zbyszko versus Randy Orton
Larry would stall and delay for thirty minutes before the match ever got started and would be constantly talking and frustrating Randy and the referee and the fans. Randy would work the high impact hit and move offense, while Zbyszko would try to get Orton down to the mat and wear him down. This would be a fun match of conflicting styles, but in the end, as much as I hate to admit it, the "Viper" would come out on top after Larry gets distracted and gets caught with a vicious RKO.
Winner: Randy Orton
Col. Debeers versus CM Punk
This would be a five-star match to be sure. The main thing most people remember about DeBeers is his racist comments and over-the-top character. But he was actually a damn good wrestler too. CM Punk might like to drop "pipe bombs" on occasion, but with DeBeers, every single thing he said was capable of starting an inferno. Forget the match - just the promos with these guys would be incredible. Punk, I think has the edge in speed. DeBeers definitely has the power advantage. And the experience factor would run about equal. Flip a coin with these two because it could easily go either way. I'd go with DeBeers, just because I don't like Punk teaming up with HHH and Cena these days. So DeBeers blasts Punk into the ringpost and gets a tainted win with his feet on the ropes for leverage.
Winner: Col. DeBeers
"Playboy" Buddy Rose versus Alberto Del Rio
Another match that would be fun to see, especially if you figure in the outside factors, Sherri Martel for Rose and Ricardo Rodriguez for Del Rio, both of who you know would get involved. Del Rio is in better shape and easily the quicker of the two men. Rose looks like the Dough Boy, but moved well for a guy his size and was amazingly agile and surprisingly strong. Del Rio is probably the better wrestler of the two men, but Rose has a big experience advantage. And he's got Sherri, which is a far bigger factor than Ricardo could ever hope to be. It'd be a very competitive match from start to finish, but in the end, we'd get Sherri reaching in and raking the eyes of Del Rio, allowing Rose to capitalize and get the pin.
Winner: "Playboy" Buddy Rose
So there you go - the AWA Old Timers win (3-2) over the WWE Superstars. Just my opinion, but I'm probably right.
And I guess that's all for me today. Thank you for reading. Questions and comments can be sent to Doug28352@yahoo.com. And if you want to catch up on all things Dougie, including wrestling columns, short stories, political commentary, surveys and lots of other fun stuff, go check out my blogsite at www.tsfiction.blogspot.com. It's no holds barred and anything goes. Check it out.
I'm Doug and I am out of here. Until the next time, take care and please always remain a fan. And don't forget to eat plenty of cheese.
Ubuntu!
Tossing Salt - Worldwide News: October 22, 2011
Tossing Salt - Worldwide News
October 22, 2011
Doug Maynard
And here we are again. It's the weeked and I'm Doug and I'm back for another mind numbing edition of professional wrestling's most eclectic column, "Tossing Salt - Worldwide News". So go get Mama from the kitchen and drag the kid in from the yard and gather the family around your computer screen because I've got a lot to talk about and a short time to do it. We're going to go fast so buckle the seats belts and let's do this thing.
The topics on the agenda include fallout from last weekends AWE "The Night of Legends" pay per view. The show blew chunks and AWE Officials have told us why? My thoughts on that. ESPN took at look at former nWo / WWE Superstar Scott Hall. I definitely want to get in some words about that. Plus lots more stuff.
TNA Thoughts...
I want to start off by offering congratulations to the NEW TNA Impact World Champion, "The Cowboy" James Storm. Talk about finally getting it right (and saving their own asses in the process), TNA finally did the right thing. They pushed Bobby Roode like crazy for the past two months, leading up to the Bound For Glory pay per view and then they screwed him. All of this push and he loses Kurt Angle? People saw this and got mad. And I'll admit that I was one of those people... until I thought about it and then saw the payoff this week on Impact.
By winning the Bound For Glory Series, TNA elevated Roode from a tag team wrestler / mid-carder to main event status. He showed that he can run with the big (aka ex-WWE) dogs in TNA. And he didn't win the title at Bound For Glory, but he lost in a manner (foot under ropes, plus Kurt Angle using the ropes) that didn't hurt him. The tainted victory by the then-Imapct Champion, Kurt Angle, along with the explanation on Impact! about how Kurt knows that Roode is the real deal and Kurt was determined to win "by any means necessary" and get past Roode, shows that the bad guys of TNA (Immortal) see Roode as a top guy and responded accordingly. And so he's moved up to the top tier, title or no title.
And then you get to "Cowboy" James Storm, another "TNA 4 Life" guy, who is absolutely loyal to the company and has a strong base of support among both the fans and inside TNA. Since Roode, who is contractually unable to compete for the title, has already been moved up the ladder, why not do Storm as well. And TNA did by pulling an old fashioned swerve.
This reminds me of when Curt Hennig defeated Nick Bockwinkle to capture the AWA World Heavyweight Championship in San Francisco, CA on May 2, 1987. The AWA had built up Larry Zbyszko, the company's top heel, to be the next guy to capture the World title from then-champion Nick Bockwinkle. Zbyszko was hot and ruthless and dominating all the opposition and everyone knew that Larry Z was "the man" to take the title away from the long time Champion, Bockwinkle.
So what did the AWA do? They pulled a swerve and had Nick Bockwinkle defend his title in a big show in San Francisco at the legendary Cow Palace against a solid mid-card up-and-comer named Curt Hennig. Larry Z. was at ringside for this match and everyone kept expecting him to get involved and go after Bockwinkle, so he'd get his shot at Nick and the AWA title next. Instead, Larry stayed out of the match until just moments were left in the time limit and gave what he calls "the world's greatest advice", aka a roll of dimes, to Hennig. Hennig nails Bockwinkle and captures the title. The fans are shocked. And a mid-card superstar is elevated for life. While the one everyone expected to be the next champion gets a strong feud with both Bockwinkle and "The Crippler" Ray Stevens from the deal. SWERVE!
This is what TNA did. They elevated Robert Roode via the Bound For Glory Series. And they elevated James Storm by allowing the "Cowboy" to stand up for his partner and best friend, to defeat Angle and capture the TNA Impact World Championship. Two new main eventers for the price of one. It was a gutsy move by TNA and they really pissed off a lot of people by not putting the title on Roode at the pay per view. But by doing things the way they did, Roode may not be champion (yet), but his position in the company is stronger than ever. And James Storm is the new champion. And TNA shows that maybe, just maybe, they actually do know what they're doing?
Or do they?
The other thing that stands out from the Bound For Glory pay per view is the Hulk Hogan change back to "Good Little Hulky" from "Big Bad Evil Hulky" where he's been for the past two years. What the hell? All the things that Hogan has done since coming to TNA and now we're supposed to believe that he and long time friend / business partner Eric Bischoff are mortal enemies because Hogan couldn't stand to see Immortal do a beat-down on Sting? And then we have Sting ignoring the past fifteen or so years and deciding that since Hogan saved him from a beatdown, Hogan is ready for sainthood now? And he's so enraptured by the goodness of the red and yellow that he convinces TNA Owner Dixie Carter, who lost her company due to the antics and manipulations of Hogan, that she should trust Hulk too?
If the Roode - Angle - Storm situation was a (positive) swerve, the Hogan - Sting - Dixie scenario just totally flies in the other direction. How long will it take, do you think, for Hulk to turn on Sting? You know it's going to happen. Hulk and Sting know it's going to happen. Even President Obama knows it's going to happen and he's probably one of the most clueless men alive. (Bam! Rim Shot!)
If the first swerve made me think of the Hennig / Bockwinkle / Larry Z match from 1987, then this whole situation with Hulk / Sting / Dixie reminds me of the year 1995 where "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair was "feuding" with best friend and fellow Horseman "The Enforcer" Arn Anderson. Ric came out and pleaded with Sting to be his partner. He'd seen the light and wasn't going to be the "bad Nature Boy" anymore. Ric was a "good Nature Boy" instead. And Sting agreed, teamed with Flair against Double-A and the late, great Flyin' Brian Pillman. Flair turned on Sting and the Horsemen were reborn.
Actually, Flair turned on Sting about a zillion times during their NWA / WCW careers. But regardless of that, it's the same old story that's been done a million times. Only now it's Hogan instead of Flair and poor, dumb old Sting is just as gullible as ever. And so are the fans. Hogan does one good deed and he's a good guy now? Only in wrestling, folks. Only in wrestling.
Let's move on...
Scott Hall...
Earlier this week, ESPN ran a piece talking about former AWA / WCW / WWE / TNA performer Scott Hall, aka "Razor Ramon", aka "The Bad Guy". And well, to say that it was extremely eye-opening is an understatement. The piece chronicled Hall's fall from grace as he battles his demons daily and showed several unflattering moments from Hall's recent past. And it just keeps playing over and over in my mind. This guy is going to be dead soon.
It was a moving piece that looked at Scott's battles with addiction, most specifically alcohol, but pills and cocaine were insinuated as well. And from the look of things, Scott has given up. He's been to rehab multiple times and just keeps falling back into the same habits. He's lost his family because of the drugs and most of his friends are frustrated and helpless, unsure of what to do next? Sean Waltman mentioned how he keeps expecting to hear that Scott had died and has been preparing himself for that to happen for the past two years. Everyone seems to feel the same way.
It's kind of ironic to me that this feature aired this week because I can understand the frustration that Scott's family and friends are going through. Just a few hours ago, I spoke to the mother of a friend of mine who struggles with his demons, much like Scott Hall does. After almost six months of being clean and getting his life together, my friend, according to his mother, had a relapse a few days ago and has spent the last three days on a major binge. She feels helpless and lost and to be honest, I feel the same way. But there's nothing we can do that we haven't already tried. And the same goes for Scott. Until he decides that he is going to be clean and wants to be clean and finds a way to replace those demons in his life with something more positive, he's not going to get better. My friend needs to learn this and so does Scott Hall.
Scott already knows it, but it seems that he's given up trying to get better and trying to fight those problems. It seemed like things had taken an upswing in that ESPN piece when they reported that Hall's son, Cody, had moved in with him, after an estrangement of many years, and Scott was training his son to be a professional wrestler. But alas, that was not to be as Scott's ex-wife, Dana, reported that Cody is no longer living with Scott and has given up on training to be a wrestler, after being unable to deal with Hall's binges and lifestyle.
I really don't know where to go here. I hope my friend gets better. He's still got a chance, thus far. As for Scott, one of the greatest wrestling talents of the past twenty plus years, and a man with tremendous talent, charisma and creativity, after watching that piece this week, I think we'd better start saying our good-byes, because sooner rather than later, he's not going to last long as this rate and will be leaving this world and the mortal vein. And it's truly a tragedy and a waste.
Next subject...
AWE "The Night Of Legends"...
As most of you know, Awesome Wrestling Entertainment held a big time pay per view, "The Night of Legends", last Saturday night. And the show, to be honest, blew chunks. Some of the matches advertised (The Midnight Express versus The Mukleys) didn't happen and legends listed to appear (Ivan Koloff, Lita, Tully Blancard, Baby Doll, George South, The Mulkeys, The Midnight Express, Rhino, Chris Hamrick), didn't appear on the pay per view event. And the main event was a cluster-f*ck in every manner you could imagine. It was a letdown, to say the least and a disgrace, at least in my opinion. Go judge for yourself if you'd like. I did a recap of the show (may as well get something to show for my $25) and that recap can be viewed here: http://tsfiction.blogspot.com/2011/10/awe-night-of-legends-recap-october-15.html
Well, Promoter Marvin Ward has responded to the criticism of the event. In regards to the matches that didn't appear on TV and the superstars that were scheduled to appear, but didn't... well, that's not his fault. The Mulkey - Midnight Express match was changed into a singles match between Randy Mulkey and Dennis Condrey and was for the live audience only. And the major stars and legends scheduled to appear? Well, that was for the live crowd only too.
So let me get this straight? A company has a pay per view event called "The Night of Legends" and then only the live audience and not the people who paid their hard earned money get to see the legends that were advertised? Does that sound right to you? Me neither. And just saying that Ward is telling the truth, and after all, he is a long time wrestling promoter and everyone knows that promoters NEVER lie, what about Amy Dumas (Lita)? She was featured on the graphics used to start the pay per view event. So even if the matches and stars featured on the advertisements of the event were for the live crowd only and not for the pay per view, Lita was advertised FOR the pay per view. And she was never shown. Mr. Ward never explains that.
And then we go to the screwball finish of the event. Mr. Ward, who's credibility is majorly lacking at this point in my opinion, has a great explanation for that as well. It's all Kevin Nash's fault. Ward explained that the match was changed to a singles match at the request of Nash and the whole, "I'm getting my ass kicked because I love this business" speech by Ricky Morton, as well as the way the match was laid out, is all because that's how Kevin wanted it. And when Kevin walked out of the ring and arena after decimating Morton, nobody knew what was going on and that too was Kevin going into business for himself.
It doesn't make sense and for Ward really can't justify anything that happened at the pay per view except by admitting that he and his group are incompetent and lost control of their show almost immediately. Ward controlled the advertising for his event and to promote all of those names and then not deliver, plus to let the wrestlers (allegedly) book their own matches and endings, going into business for themselves. He was in charge. He was the promoter. And maybe it's not his fault, but it's on his watch and he needs to man up and quit making excuses.
After that fiasco of a show last Saturday night, I can definitely promise this. I don't care who is advertised or how great a show looks to be, but if Marvin Ward or the Awesome Wrestling Entertainment promotion is involved in any way, shape or form, I'll not be spending a cent towards seeing or helping that show. We (the fans) got royally screwed last weekend by this promoter and this company. It will not happen again.
Anything else? I was going to include pay per view predictions for WWE Vengeance 2011,which is coming up this Sunday night, but I'm tired and want to go back to bed. So I'll wait until later today and do that in a totally separate column. Yeppers, it's all about the quantity here. So how can I close out this bad boy? Hmmm!
Who Am I?
Last week, I brought back an old gem from the early days of "Tossing Salt", the always lovely "Who Am I?" bit. I asked this question.
I started my career in 1970 working for my father in his Alabama-based promotion, where I was a member of a group called "The Stud Stable", as well as part of a tag team called "The Avengers". I followed my cousin, who was doing a manager gimmick, to WCW in 1994 where I enjoyed a degree of success as part of a tag team with a veteran who went by the nickname of "Mr. Unpredictable" when we captured the WCW World Tag Team Championships. Unfortunately, our feud was overshadowed by our manager's love triangle with two of the top female wrestler / managers in WCW at the time. I left WCW and returned to the Indy scene in 1999. In recent years, I've continued to wrestle in the Indy's and have made two appearances in the WWE as the (kayfabe) parent of an All-American superstar, which caused me to be tombstoned by Kane and then later attacked MVP. In August of 2011, I became the new Tennesee Mountain Heavyweight Champion. Who am I?
And the answer is... Jimmy Golden, aka "Bunkhouse Buck".
One person, a long time reader who is both a scholar and a gentleman, Russell Jackson, answered correctly. So congratulations to Russell and many thanks for your participation. You are de' man!!!
Now let's try this once more. And I want answers, damn it!
I began my career in Florida in 1991 where I was part of a tag team named after the scary parts of a storm. After the team ended, I became a part of WCW where my snake-like character (GI Joe hates me) was packaged as a former Gulf War veteran and I feuded with my former Drill Sergeant for a bit. And then I really made my mark imitating one of WCW's top stars, working both WCW and New Japan Pro Wrestling as a nWo affiliated icon until WCW folded in 2001. I continued to wrestle the Indy circuit in the Carolina's for several more years before leaving the business. I am now a project manager for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. It's showtime folks. Who am I?
Think you know the answer? Drop me a line at Doug28352@yahoo.com and let me know who you think this person is.
And I guess that will do it for me for now. I'll be back later today with an edition of "Six Minutes" with my predictions for the WWE pay per view, Vengeance. And when you get a chance, go check out my blogsite at www.tsfiction.blogspot.com for all things Dougie. I've got quite a few old "Tossing Salt" and "Six Minutes" columns posted, plus surveys, short stories and lots of rants and ramblings about all sorts of things. Just yesterday, I did a political piece about a controversial new "Voter ID" law in South Carolina, a piece about some dreams I've had, and a look at the "must hear songs", in my opinion anyhow, of country music legend Waylon Jennings. Anything goes at that site and no subject is off limits. Check it out please.
I'm Doug and guess what? "Dat is all de' people need to know." Thanks for reading, don't forget to answer the "Who Am I?", and always support your local Indy wrestling groups. Take care. I'm down and I'm gone.
Ubuntu!
October 22, 2011
Doug Maynard
And here we are again. It's the weeked and I'm Doug and I'm back for another mind numbing edition of professional wrestling's most eclectic column, "Tossing Salt - Worldwide News". So go get Mama from the kitchen and drag the kid in from the yard and gather the family around your computer screen because I've got a lot to talk about and a short time to do it. We're going to go fast so buckle the seats belts and let's do this thing.
The topics on the agenda include fallout from last weekends AWE "The Night of Legends" pay per view. The show blew chunks and AWE Officials have told us why? My thoughts on that. ESPN took at look at former nWo / WWE Superstar Scott Hall. I definitely want to get in some words about that. Plus lots more stuff.
TNA Thoughts...
I want to start off by offering congratulations to the NEW TNA Impact World Champion, "The Cowboy" James Storm. Talk about finally getting it right (and saving their own asses in the process), TNA finally did the right thing. They pushed Bobby Roode like crazy for the past two months, leading up to the Bound For Glory pay per view and then they screwed him. All of this push and he loses Kurt Angle? People saw this and got mad. And I'll admit that I was one of those people... until I thought about it and then saw the payoff this week on Impact.
By winning the Bound For Glory Series, TNA elevated Roode from a tag team wrestler / mid-carder to main event status. He showed that he can run with the big (aka ex-WWE) dogs in TNA. And he didn't win the title at Bound For Glory, but he lost in a manner (foot under ropes, plus Kurt Angle using the ropes) that didn't hurt him. The tainted victory by the then-Imapct Champion, Kurt Angle, along with the explanation on Impact! about how Kurt knows that Roode is the real deal and Kurt was determined to win "by any means necessary" and get past Roode, shows that the bad guys of TNA (Immortal) see Roode as a top guy and responded accordingly. And so he's moved up to the top tier, title or no title.
And then you get to "Cowboy" James Storm, another "TNA 4 Life" guy, who is absolutely loyal to the company and has a strong base of support among both the fans and inside TNA. Since Roode, who is contractually unable to compete for the title, has already been moved up the ladder, why not do Storm as well. And TNA did by pulling an old fashioned swerve.
This reminds me of when Curt Hennig defeated Nick Bockwinkle to capture the AWA World Heavyweight Championship in San Francisco, CA on May 2, 1987. The AWA had built up Larry Zbyszko, the company's top heel, to be the next guy to capture the World title from then-champion Nick Bockwinkle. Zbyszko was hot and ruthless and dominating all the opposition and everyone knew that Larry Z was "the man" to take the title away from the long time Champion, Bockwinkle.
So what did the AWA do? They pulled a swerve and had Nick Bockwinkle defend his title in a big show in San Francisco at the legendary Cow Palace against a solid mid-card up-and-comer named Curt Hennig. Larry Z. was at ringside for this match and everyone kept expecting him to get involved and go after Bockwinkle, so he'd get his shot at Nick and the AWA title next. Instead, Larry stayed out of the match until just moments were left in the time limit and gave what he calls "the world's greatest advice", aka a roll of dimes, to Hennig. Hennig nails Bockwinkle and captures the title. The fans are shocked. And a mid-card superstar is elevated for life. While the one everyone expected to be the next champion gets a strong feud with both Bockwinkle and "The Crippler" Ray Stevens from the deal. SWERVE!
This is what TNA did. They elevated Robert Roode via the Bound For Glory Series. And they elevated James Storm by allowing the "Cowboy" to stand up for his partner and best friend, to defeat Angle and capture the TNA Impact World Championship. Two new main eventers for the price of one. It was a gutsy move by TNA and they really pissed off a lot of people by not putting the title on Roode at the pay per view. But by doing things the way they did, Roode may not be champion (yet), but his position in the company is stronger than ever. And James Storm is the new champion. And TNA shows that maybe, just maybe, they actually do know what they're doing?
Or do they?
The other thing that stands out from the Bound For Glory pay per view is the Hulk Hogan change back to "Good Little Hulky" from "Big Bad Evil Hulky" where he's been for the past two years. What the hell? All the things that Hogan has done since coming to TNA and now we're supposed to believe that he and long time friend / business partner Eric Bischoff are mortal enemies because Hogan couldn't stand to see Immortal do a beat-down on Sting? And then we have Sting ignoring the past fifteen or so years and deciding that since Hogan saved him from a beatdown, Hogan is ready for sainthood now? And he's so enraptured by the goodness of the red and yellow that he convinces TNA Owner Dixie Carter, who lost her company due to the antics and manipulations of Hogan, that she should trust Hulk too?
If the Roode - Angle - Storm situation was a (positive) swerve, the Hogan - Sting - Dixie scenario just totally flies in the other direction. How long will it take, do you think, for Hulk to turn on Sting? You know it's going to happen. Hulk and Sting know it's going to happen. Even President Obama knows it's going to happen and he's probably one of the most clueless men alive. (Bam! Rim Shot!)
If the first swerve made me think of the Hennig / Bockwinkle / Larry Z match from 1987, then this whole situation with Hulk / Sting / Dixie reminds me of the year 1995 where "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair was "feuding" with best friend and fellow Horseman "The Enforcer" Arn Anderson. Ric came out and pleaded with Sting to be his partner. He'd seen the light and wasn't going to be the "bad Nature Boy" anymore. Ric was a "good Nature Boy" instead. And Sting agreed, teamed with Flair against Double-A and the late, great Flyin' Brian Pillman. Flair turned on Sting and the Horsemen were reborn.
Actually, Flair turned on Sting about a zillion times during their NWA / WCW careers. But regardless of that, it's the same old story that's been done a million times. Only now it's Hogan instead of Flair and poor, dumb old Sting is just as gullible as ever. And so are the fans. Hogan does one good deed and he's a good guy now? Only in wrestling, folks. Only in wrestling.
Let's move on...
Scott Hall...
Earlier this week, ESPN ran a piece talking about former AWA / WCW / WWE / TNA performer Scott Hall, aka "Razor Ramon", aka "The Bad Guy". And well, to say that it was extremely eye-opening is an understatement. The piece chronicled Hall's fall from grace as he battles his demons daily and showed several unflattering moments from Hall's recent past. And it just keeps playing over and over in my mind. This guy is going to be dead soon.
It was a moving piece that looked at Scott's battles with addiction, most specifically alcohol, but pills and cocaine were insinuated as well. And from the look of things, Scott has given up. He's been to rehab multiple times and just keeps falling back into the same habits. He's lost his family because of the drugs and most of his friends are frustrated and helpless, unsure of what to do next? Sean Waltman mentioned how he keeps expecting to hear that Scott had died and has been preparing himself for that to happen for the past two years. Everyone seems to feel the same way.
It's kind of ironic to me that this feature aired this week because I can understand the frustration that Scott's family and friends are going through. Just a few hours ago, I spoke to the mother of a friend of mine who struggles with his demons, much like Scott Hall does. After almost six months of being clean and getting his life together, my friend, according to his mother, had a relapse a few days ago and has spent the last three days on a major binge. She feels helpless and lost and to be honest, I feel the same way. But there's nothing we can do that we haven't already tried. And the same goes for Scott. Until he decides that he is going to be clean and wants to be clean and finds a way to replace those demons in his life with something more positive, he's not going to get better. My friend needs to learn this and so does Scott Hall.
Scott already knows it, but it seems that he's given up trying to get better and trying to fight those problems. It seemed like things had taken an upswing in that ESPN piece when they reported that Hall's son, Cody, had moved in with him, after an estrangement of many years, and Scott was training his son to be a professional wrestler. But alas, that was not to be as Scott's ex-wife, Dana, reported that Cody is no longer living with Scott and has given up on training to be a wrestler, after being unable to deal with Hall's binges and lifestyle.
I really don't know where to go here. I hope my friend gets better. He's still got a chance, thus far. As for Scott, one of the greatest wrestling talents of the past twenty plus years, and a man with tremendous talent, charisma and creativity, after watching that piece this week, I think we'd better start saying our good-byes, because sooner rather than later, he's not going to last long as this rate and will be leaving this world and the mortal vein. And it's truly a tragedy and a waste.
Next subject...
AWE "The Night Of Legends"...
As most of you know, Awesome Wrestling Entertainment held a big time pay per view, "The Night of Legends", last Saturday night. And the show, to be honest, blew chunks. Some of the matches advertised (The Midnight Express versus The Mukleys) didn't happen and legends listed to appear (Ivan Koloff, Lita, Tully Blancard, Baby Doll, George South, The Mulkeys, The Midnight Express, Rhino, Chris Hamrick), didn't appear on the pay per view event. And the main event was a cluster-f*ck in every manner you could imagine. It was a letdown, to say the least and a disgrace, at least in my opinion. Go judge for yourself if you'd like. I did a recap of the show (may as well get something to show for my $25) and that recap can be viewed here: http://tsfiction.blogspot.com/2011/10/awe-night-of-legends-recap-october-15.html
Well, Promoter Marvin Ward has responded to the criticism of the event. In regards to the matches that didn't appear on TV and the superstars that were scheduled to appear, but didn't... well, that's not his fault. The Mulkey - Midnight Express match was changed into a singles match between Randy Mulkey and Dennis Condrey and was for the live audience only. And the major stars and legends scheduled to appear? Well, that was for the live crowd only too.
So let me get this straight? A company has a pay per view event called "The Night of Legends" and then only the live audience and not the people who paid their hard earned money get to see the legends that were advertised? Does that sound right to you? Me neither. And just saying that Ward is telling the truth, and after all, he is a long time wrestling promoter and everyone knows that promoters NEVER lie, what about Amy Dumas (Lita)? She was featured on the graphics used to start the pay per view event. So even if the matches and stars featured on the advertisements of the event were for the live crowd only and not for the pay per view, Lita was advertised FOR the pay per view. And she was never shown. Mr. Ward never explains that.
And then we go to the screwball finish of the event. Mr. Ward, who's credibility is majorly lacking at this point in my opinion, has a great explanation for that as well. It's all Kevin Nash's fault. Ward explained that the match was changed to a singles match at the request of Nash and the whole, "I'm getting my ass kicked because I love this business" speech by Ricky Morton, as well as the way the match was laid out, is all because that's how Kevin wanted it. And when Kevin walked out of the ring and arena after decimating Morton, nobody knew what was going on and that too was Kevin going into business for himself.
It doesn't make sense and for Ward really can't justify anything that happened at the pay per view except by admitting that he and his group are incompetent and lost control of their show almost immediately. Ward controlled the advertising for his event and to promote all of those names and then not deliver, plus to let the wrestlers (allegedly) book their own matches and endings, going into business for themselves. He was in charge. He was the promoter. And maybe it's not his fault, but it's on his watch and he needs to man up and quit making excuses.
After that fiasco of a show last Saturday night, I can definitely promise this. I don't care who is advertised or how great a show looks to be, but if Marvin Ward or the Awesome Wrestling Entertainment promotion is involved in any way, shape or form, I'll not be spending a cent towards seeing or helping that show. We (the fans) got royally screwed last weekend by this promoter and this company. It will not happen again.
Anything else? I was going to include pay per view predictions for WWE Vengeance 2011,which is coming up this Sunday night, but I'm tired and want to go back to bed. So I'll wait until later today and do that in a totally separate column. Yeppers, it's all about the quantity here. So how can I close out this bad boy? Hmmm!
Who Am I?
Last week, I brought back an old gem from the early days of "Tossing Salt", the always lovely "Who Am I?" bit. I asked this question.
I started my career in 1970 working for my father in his Alabama-based promotion, where I was a member of a group called "The Stud Stable", as well as part of a tag team called "The Avengers". I followed my cousin, who was doing a manager gimmick, to WCW in 1994 where I enjoyed a degree of success as part of a tag team with a veteran who went by the nickname of "Mr. Unpredictable" when we captured the WCW World Tag Team Championships. Unfortunately, our feud was overshadowed by our manager's love triangle with two of the top female wrestler / managers in WCW at the time. I left WCW and returned to the Indy scene in 1999. In recent years, I've continued to wrestle in the Indy's and have made two appearances in the WWE as the (kayfabe) parent of an All-American superstar, which caused me to be tombstoned by Kane and then later attacked MVP. In August of 2011, I became the new Tennesee Mountain Heavyweight Champion. Who am I?
And the answer is... Jimmy Golden, aka "Bunkhouse Buck".
One person, a long time reader who is both a scholar and a gentleman, Russell Jackson, answered correctly. So congratulations to Russell and many thanks for your participation. You are de' man!!!
Now let's try this once more. And I want answers, damn it!
I began my career in Florida in 1991 where I was part of a tag team named after the scary parts of a storm. After the team ended, I became a part of WCW where my snake-like character (GI Joe hates me) was packaged as a former Gulf War veteran and I feuded with my former Drill Sergeant for a bit. And then I really made my mark imitating one of WCW's top stars, working both WCW and New Japan Pro Wrestling as a nWo affiliated icon until WCW folded in 2001. I continued to wrestle the Indy circuit in the Carolina's for several more years before leaving the business. I am now a project manager for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. It's showtime folks. Who am I?
Think you know the answer? Drop me a line at Doug28352@yahoo.com and let me know who you think this person is.
And I guess that will do it for me for now. I'll be back later today with an edition of "Six Minutes" with my predictions for the WWE pay per view, Vengeance. And when you get a chance, go check out my blogsite at www.tsfiction.blogspot.com for all things Dougie. I've got quite a few old "Tossing Salt" and "Six Minutes" columns posted, plus surveys, short stories and lots of rants and ramblings about all sorts of things. Just yesterday, I did a political piece about a controversial new "Voter ID" law in South Carolina, a piece about some dreams I've had, and a look at the "must hear songs", in my opinion anyhow, of country music legend Waylon Jennings. Anything goes at that site and no subject is off limits. Check it out please.
I'm Doug and guess what? "Dat is all de' people need to know." Thanks for reading, don't forget to answer the "Who Am I?", and always support your local Indy wrestling groups. Take care. I'm down and I'm gone.
Ubuntu!
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