Thursday, November 27, 2008

I’m thankful for…

Living in the greatest, freest, most developed, just and beautiful country in the history of mankind.


Thomas Sowell, Charles Krauthammer, Victor Davis Hanson and the myriad of other conservative commentators that provide insight, wit and inspiration during this time of political uncertainty.


For our brave soldiers fighting overseas. Their sacrifice does more than we can ever know. They deserve our respect, prayers and well wishes not just during the Holiday Season, but also year round.


General David Petraeus’ vision and leadership.


A successful and more peaceful Iraq.


Free speech, the very backbone of the American Dream.


My wonderful, hysterical and beautiful girlfriend.


My equally wonderful, hysterical, though less beautiful, group of friends.


Sports and their ability to entertain, torment, distract and excite us on a daily basis.


The Onion, for continually cracking me up with their smart, cutting-edge commentary that pushes the boundaries of political correctness further and further every year.


An expanding microbrewery industry that continues to produce delicious, unique beers while ensuring we aren’t stuck deciding between a Miller, Bud or Coors.


HDTV.


The History Channel. Without it, the study of past events may very well be a past event.


Maker’s Mark.


The NBA, the greatest form of sports entertainment on Earth.


Alfred Hitchcock and his ability to scare the hell out of and thrill you without cheap Hollywood tricks, supernatural villains or gratuitous blood and gore.


My very supportive and loving family.


Dwayne Wade.


Spell check.


My iPod. I, literally, don’t know what I would do without it.


The iTunes music store.


A revitalized Bay View.


The Drudge Report.


Fox News.


The Wall Street Journal.


Fantasy Basketball and Baseball.


Blue Diamond Wasabi & Soy Almonds.


My DVR. Again, something that I, literally, do not know what I would do without it.


Mashed potatoes and stuffing, the cornerstone of any Thanksgiving meal.


VH1 Classic for its airing or outstanding concert footage, top 100 shows and, of course, Pop-Up Video.


Jimmy John’s.


Netflix.


March Madness, the greatest sporting event ever.


Sushi.


Seinfeld, The Simpsons and The Sopranos reruns.


Hulu.com. If you’re not sure what it is, check it out.


The Brewers being relevant this season.


$1.66 gas.


New Glarus’ Apple Ale. Go get some…now!


Finally, you, my readers. Your support means more than you’ll ever know.


Happy Thanksgiving everybody!


-John

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Nice post. Well said. I agree with just about everything.

Anonymous said...

I'm thankful that GOP trash are now impotent, powerless and not-less and will be for 8 years. LMFAO!

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