Toying With The Blog

As you may see, I have been messing with the template for this blog. I wish Blogger would have a better variety of templates, something more like Word Press has. On a sidenote I also would also like to let you all know that Fez is doing good, although he has to get used to not getting turkey on Thanksgiving. Cheers.

Have A Happy Thanksgiving

And remember those overseas who are not able to share this day with thier families. I am thankful that I have my family, my friends, and even our dog FEZ here today. Others are far less fortunate. Cheers. P.S. Stay off the booze if your on the road. It ain't worth it.

Andre Waters

From my Father on the passing of Andre Waters: "I worked on the sidelines at the Vet during Eagles home games when Andre Waters played for the Birds. The sound of Andre hitting someone is etched in my mind. This self-made man, undrafted from Cheyney State in Delco, was a ferocious player. That was on the field. Off the field he was ferociously human. He never big-timed anyone, he was just another guy with a different job, just Andre. I would bring my oldest son to the games with me, 12 years old at the time, he sat in the 700 level with Andre's people. I once snuck him into the lockeroom with me after a game, he was in awe. Rightfully told to leave when security discovered him there, one of the players stepped in and said the kid was with him. Security let him stay and he hung out with his heroes. The player was number 20, Andre. Rest In Peace Andre, rest."

Is The EAGLES Season Over?

I do not nessasallary think so. It was not Donovan McNabb who gave up 31 points to the lowly Tennessee Titans. The one thing though that got my goat was his interception in the end zone. L.J. Smith was wipe open. Did McNabb see him? Dosen't matter at this point. Donovan is out for the season. Garcia aand Feeley will not be able to do the job with a defense playing so bad. 1 and 4 in the last 5 games puts them at the 500 level. With the Colts giving up thier first loss to Dallas yesterday, be sure to watch them annhilate the Eagles next Sunday. The rest of our games? Why it's Carolina, Washington, Giants, Dallas, and finally Atlanta. Five teams that could easily run against the Eagles defense. My prediction? It's going to be a long shot to make the playoffs, and Philly deserves better.

Our Dog Fez - Condemned To Die?

Back in August of this year our son Eric went to the Delaware County SPCA to buy a Dog for his brother Nicky for his birthday. He is a Chiwawa male about 3 to 4 years old I was told. He was found on the street in Ridley. At first when we got him home he was both scared and angry, as anyone would be in a new environment. Soon he seemed to accept our home and warm up to my wife Liz and our son Nick as well as our other son Fran. Myself on the other hand proved to be a challenge. Fez (His new name), watched me like a hawk and barked and actually nipped at my boots. This went on for several days until finally I squared off against him, Man to Dog. What did I do? I fed him and took him on an extended walk around our neighborhood. It worked. It's funny how one becomes so attached to an animal, but I did. He would greet me at the back door, and jump up and beg for some loving, (Or food, as dogs do.) Fez is now at the Veterinary Hospital, Four Paws on Springfield Rd in Springfield, PA. He was brought there by my Wife and I after being lethargic and not being able to take a you know what. Seems that after 300.00 I was told that he has a bladder stone or something and needs an operation. This operation will cost $900.00 to $1,200.00 dollars. I thought about it and tried to convince myself that he would be better off dead. But just looking at his picture on my cell phone and the fact that I indeed love this dog convinced me that he worth any amount of money within reason to live his life happy, healthy, and most of all PAIN FREE. Four or (IV) Paws is located at: 19 E Springfield Rd Springfield, PA 19064 Telco number is (610) 543-4350 Several of my friends say I am nuts to shell out that kind of money. I say that life is short, and the greedy get theirs in the end. P.S. Cheers. P.S. To you know who.. I know there is healthcare for pets. I lost our healthcare for my own children, (Make too much for CHIP ring a bell?) So how can I justify paying premiums for a dog? Tell you what. YOU pay for my kids and I'll pay for FEZ... DEAL? Shop for Dog products

Blackthorn's Bahama Bash 2006

I missed it as usual. Serves me right for not being on top of the local music scene. While I pick up trashcans that blew all over the alley they enjoy the Sun and fun. Have Fun Johnny, your losing your hair lol.. (Like me) Cheers.

Jackass & Company - The Fear Factor

I just got done watching this morons show on Fox 29. Its 2:00 A.M., and I was flipping channels. In a nutshell, he and his wacky blonde wife who calls herself "Rexella" talk about Armageddon incessently, build up Israel as the center of the world, and slam anyone who is not "saved." As I watched these two blather about 911, Israel, and the fact that I'm going straight to hell because I'm unclean made me just want to buy up all of their tapes, books, and posters! Seriously, what kind of utter morons actually believe this crap? Did Monsanto genetically alter their minds via the food chain over the last 20 years? Gee, I won't sleep well tonight because the rapture is coming and I am not ready so I have to spend lots of MONEY that I do not have to ensure that I will be saved... Good Night.

Delco Election Results - My Predictions

Update: If your here looking for the November 2008 Delaware County Election Results, Please CLICK HERE. I have had several E mails asking me about this page. Well it's a few years old. Cheers. Original Post: I have had it with the negative ads that both parties have ran as of late. For what it's worth, here is who I believe will win where I live in Delaware County, Clifton Heights. My Congressman Joe Sestak Joe Sestak will easily defeat incumbant Curt Weldon. Why? Because myself and other Republicans are fed up with gerrymandering, cronyism and the "Chimp in Charge" who doesn't care about who dies in Iraq, as long as it's not his own. Besides, Curt maybe headed to prison, according to a local website. My State Senator Ted Erickson - District 26 Ted Erickson will hold on to his job in my book, mainly because he is below the radar screen when it comes to scandals and seems to me to be a decent man. My State Representative Nick Micozzie - District 7 Nick Micozzie has a proven track record when it comes to his constituants. He has listened to us, and responded to us. THAT makes him my choice. Feel free to respond to who you think will win on tuesday where you live.

P.S. Congrats to the Lower Chichester JV Eagles last night on your win against our Clifton Rams, only the bad call to kick the ball to your # 22 allowed you to win .

Here's a poem I found while Googleing "Delaware County Youth Football".

Please don’t curse that player down there, He is my son you see. To you he’s Just a player to watch, But, He means the world to me. I did not raise my son dear fan, For you to call him names, He may not be a superstar, But, He doesn't need your blame. This game belongs to them you see, You’re really just a guest, They do not need a fan like you, They need the very best. If you have nothing nice to say, Please leave them all alone. And If you have no manners, Why don’t you stay at home? So please, don’t curse those boys down there, Each one’s his parent’s son. And win or lose or tie, you see, To Us, they’re all Number ONE!!!!! Cheers.

Thanks All

I thank this blog, contributors, and commenters. It's a great resource for everyone who Lives In Delaware County.

More Delco Shenanigans

More Delco Shenanigans - Justice Delayed is Justice Denied by rzklkng on October 19, 2006 - 4:59pm So, here's the cliff notes - allegedly, a Darby Township employee, during the workday, was observed by a campaign worker for the Casey Roncaglione campaign for state representative stealing legally placed signs from the lawns of township residents. After a police investigation, the District Attorney, Jackson M. Stewart, Jr., and a three-week period to examine the charges (which naturally would be after the election, conveniently enough). Furthermore, the police refuse to release the police report. I present to you below, the original post from Casey's blog about the incident, an email I received from the campaign worker who observed the questioned removal of signs, the planned actions in response regarding the release of the report, and the final concession by the Casey campaign that they will not receive timely justice on this attempt at electoral malfeasance. Casey's Original Post: Via I Live in Delaware County: Stolen Campaign Lawnsigns10-11-06Upper Darby TownshipCasey R. RoncaglioneDemocratic Candidate 164th District After a high speed chase through the streets of Upper Darby, going down one way streets and almost hitting pedestrians, a city License and Inspection official was stopped by over 10 Upper Darby Police. The Township official was attempting to avoid being caught by one of my campaign workers who spotted the official stealing my campaign lawn signs. In his trunk were found my political lawn signs, illegally taken from legal Township locations. The signs were taken from private property, whose owners had given permission to me to post the signs. Lawnsigns were also stolen from Roncaglione's home as well as his neighbors and supporters. The candidate, Casey R. Roncaglione, Democratic candidate in Upper Darby Township, called the actions typical dirty tricks. "I doubt my opponent Mario Civera (R-164) had anything to do with it, but I don't know that for sure," said Roncaglione. "It's not the end of the world but it is pretty cheap politics, Mr. Civera has over $190,000 in campaign funds, I have a little over $4,000. He could buy 50,000 signs and not even feel it, I have to watch every penny, so a sign is an important expense to me." Upper Darby Police are filing a report and superintendent Chitwood promised there would be an investigation possibly leading to charges. Upper Darby Township, a Republican stronghold has never been too acceptable of competition. Mr. Roncaglione is different though, actually friendly and respective of Mr. Civera. "Roncaglione spoke to Mr. Civera earlier on the day of the incident to complain that his signs were being taken down. Mr. Civera told Mr. Roncaglione that he doesn't do that and the two parted amicably. Soon after the episode occurred. Mr. Roncaglione who has pledged a clean campaign hopes this puts an end to the dirty tricks and that the voters get an honest and fair chance to learn the issues to vote for whom they feel can best represent them. This is the email from the campaign worker who observed the theft (unedited): This is the report made to Lt. Rhoades, who is handling the case under orders from Superintendent Micheal ChitwoodREPORT TO UPPER DARBY TOWNSHIP POLICEOur signs had been being stolen for about four days, so I staked out the location at State and Lansdowne over those days for 20 or so hours to catch the thief. This was on Monday or Tuesday, I forget right now. Finally I saw a man driving a red Lexus pull up take down Casey's sign and put it in his trunk. If the sign was placed illegally why not just tell me and that would be the end of it. Instead he ran away hoping to avoid me and get caught, Obviously he knew he was wrong and was trying to get away with it. After a high speed chase through the streets of Upper Darby, going down one way streets at speeds of up to 70mph and almost hitting pedestrians and parked and moving vehicles , a city License and Inspection official who was the sign stealer was stopped by over 10 Upper Darby Police at a roadblock near City Hall at Market and Sansom street in Upper Darby. The chase lasted at least 20 minutes and is recorded on 911 as our campaign worker was on 911 as the episode was happening. The Township official who was attempting to avoid being caught by a Casey Roncaglione campaign worker who spotted the official stealing the campaign lawn signs was driving a 2006 Red Lexus. When UDPD stopped the man, in his trunk were found Casey's political lawn signs illegally taken from legal Township locations. The signs were taken from private property, whose owners had given permission to the candidate to post the signs. Lawnsigns were also stolen from Roncaglione's home as well as his neighbors and supporters. To this date we know of 26 missing signs. I have no proof who took them but I have a good idea. The total signs stolen have been estimated at a cost of almost $5 each. The candidate, Casey R. Roncaglione, Democratic candidate in Upper Darby Township, called the actions typical dirty tricks. "I doubt my opponent Mario Civera (R-164) had anything to do with it, but I don't know for sure," said Roncaglione. Mr. Civera has over $190,000 in campaign funds, I have a little over $4,000. He could buy 50,000 signs and not even feel it, I have to watch every penny, so a sign is an important expense to me." Mr. Roncaglione is actually friendly and respective of Mr. Civera. Roncaglione spoke to Mr. Civera earlier on the day of the incident to complain that his signs were being taken down. Mr. Civera told Mr. Roncaglione that he doesn't do that and the two parted amicably. Soon after the meeting the episode and chase occurred. Mr. Roncaglione who has pledged a clean campaign hopes the voters get an honest and fair chance to learn the issues to vote for whom they feel can best represent them. Although it was originally communicated to me that the report would be released on Monday, it appears that some combination of the police, the District Attorney, or the Township have decided to wait a little while, like after the election. The following comment was posted here: Rather than take time away from a hectic campaign that is becoming closer than anyone though it could, Casey Roncaglione said today he would let the justice system take it's course.Lt. George Rhoades reported to the Casey Roncaglione Committee that his investigation into the lawn sign incident was completed today. Lt. Rhoades delivered the criminal report to Assistant District Attorney Jackson M. Stewart Jr. (610-891-4240) at the D A's office in Media. Mr. Stewart reported that his investigation will begin today and be concluded within 3 weeks. At that time he will release his decision and if deemed press any charges. Pure coincidence, I'm sure. Justice delayed is justice denied. For his part Casey Roncaglione will go on with his campaign. Knocking on doors, meeting the voters and concentrating on election day rather than political Township workers. Email this * Add to del.icio.us * Add to Yahoo MyWeb2 * Seed This * Technorati: Links To This Item * Related from Sphere October 19, 2006 - 4:59pm from rzklkng add a new comment filed in Politics Delaware County