With a little help from the reverend Al Green. 

Al Green- How Can You Mend A Broken Heart (via TruLuvLivesNMe)

So.  It's over, it's done... finished.     We're old, soft and slow.  We're feeling sorry for ourselves and looking for answers, but we don't even know the correct questions. 

No Defense?  No Heart?  Too ashamed to admit you're a Spurs Fan?  So embarassed you actually changed the channel last night?  Is it all just too much to face?

Is it time... Is it time to finally go gentle into that good night?

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In reading the brilliant Series Preview created by the PtR Team (Fantastic chops, by the way),  I thought about our exceptional basketball trio and another Rock Group that may more closely resemble our Holy Trinity. 

Here's my Rock choice for the Big 3.

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I came upon this short story by Bryan Harvey and thought I'd share.  Got me thinking of PEN... is that you PEN?

Anyway, enjoy!

Bryan Harvey short story

Yes, I know I should put this in the fanshots, but no one ever reads the fanshots.  So I placed in the fanpost but now I've got to come up with some bullshit dialogue in order to get this piece on the site.  Am I almost at 75?

by Tom Ziller • Mar 3, 2011 6:36 PM EST

Kevin Love has blogged about his All-Star Weekend, and as is usually the case when Love blogs on GQ, it's well worth a read. The best anecdote is that Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, in a pre-game meeting, warned All-Star rookies Love, Blake Griffin and Russell Westbrook wouldn't be getting many minutes in the big showcase.

Spurs coach Greg Popovich led the meeting, and he was pretty funny. He said, "Guys, we're gonna go out and have fun. We're not really gonna run any sets. We're gonna get up and down. And all of you are gonna play a lot and get good minutes-except for probably Russell, Blake and Kevin. You guys are all f--ked."

Tiago Splitter is reading this and nodding his head furiously.

I know many of us are monitoring the conflict occurring in Egypt.  We all hope the situation will be resolved quickly and with a minimum of blood shed.  I also hope a freer and more democratic government will be in power soon. 

As importantly, I hope our Egyptian Spurs fans and their friends and families are safe and sound. Heshamkm and Spoiled, y'all have been on my mind lately and if you have a moment please drop us a line.  (Let's hope the internet shutdown is a temporary inconvenience instead of a long term government censorship issue).  Anyway, let us know how you're doing.

Be safe and Power to the People!

THE BIG THREE... they make me so happy!
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OK, it's been a while since I posted a quirky musings post.   Reading that old post reminds me that some of you have not yet scheduled an appointment to absolve yourselves of the sin of doubting the Sickness.  I would hate for someone to have that huge sin sitting on your shoulder.... especially during the playoffs.  So make haste, peeps!

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Manu Ginobili Suffers Nasal Fracture UPDATED April 24, 2010 @ 4:25pm CT - Spurs guard Manu Ginobili was examined earlier today by Dr. Jaime Garza. The exam - which included a CT scan - confirmed that he has a nasal fracture. At this point no surgery will be needed and Ginobili has been cleared to play. He will be in uniform for tomorrow's Spurs-Mavericks game.

The official news regarding Manu Ginobili and his injury comes directly from the Spurs.com website. Thank the FSM!

The winning Haier Shooting Stars:  Team Texas... Dirk Nowitzki, Becky Hammon & Kenny Smith.

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AND THAT'S BECAUSE HE'S KINDA WEIRD AND QUIRKY... JUST LIKE THE REST OF US.

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After a short alcoholic and cigar induced hiatus, I am ready to rejoin the brethren in our search of those ever elusive W's.  (No, George I'm not asking you to come back... trust me).

I thought I'd give us all a little bit of inspiration... because we're dealing with a lot of shit.  And thank you very much for that, Romes.

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Proud Texas Citizens.  Kinky Friedman, on the left could have been our Governor.  You gotta love a guy who's campaign slogans are "How Hard Could It Be?"  and "Why The Hell Not?"  The legend on the right is Willie Nelson, who once smoked pot on the White House roof.  Texas Proud, Baby!  

So, In honor of LD's upcoming epic journey, I promised myself I'd write a few words about my hometown.  What?  He's already in town?  Bummer.  So, OK, I guess I'll post this anyway.  For the rest of you peeps.  Here's the short and not so sweet lowdown on San Antonio.  It's the 7th largest city in the nation.  It's boring.  It's hot.  There's nothing to do here.  So that's pretty much it.  David, I'm so sorry you have to spend a week in this city.  I've lived here a long time, but I'm thoroughly medicated so it doesn't really affect me anymore.   

(Just want to give credit where it's due... here's the Keep San Antonio Lame myspace page and facebook page.)  Learn it.  Live it.

Thanks for coming, please tip your waitress on the way out..  More after the jump if your masochistic self is up to it. 

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For all you HEB loving Spurs fans, the grocery chain finally got their act together and managed to load the Spurs commercials onto their website.  About time. 

Be sure to watch Winner Takes All, that's probably my favorite.  Although the one with the Ice God could be a close second.  (By the way, I would love to see a Bruce or Brent cameo in the future... are you listening HEB?)

Anyway... now it's time to get your tackle box and go fish!  Winner Takes All.

Mr. Ginobili has asked Bella to accept all apologies from the nitwits that failed to worship at his altar prior to the Toronto game.  Please schedule your acts of contrition with Ms. Bella's people and she'll absolve you when and if she has time.  

* I walk into the AT&T Center and the first thing I notice WTF?!... the trophies are missing?  What?  Why? Doesn't the Spurs organization realize the enormous psychological damage those shiny, round domes impart on the souls of Mavs fans?  (Shiny, round dome... hmmm... reminds me of something... it'll come to me... give me a minute).  ;-)  Anyway, those suckers better be back before the next game or heads (oooh... a hint) will roll.

* A couple of lovely moments of recognition for our veterans.  Including the half time military jazz band, an injured soldier recovering at BAMC and a group of really adorable soldiers walking onto the court and being serenaded by the huge standing ovation of the appreciative crowd. 

*  Our own retired favorite player and former naval officer being show on the big screen.  Thunderous applause and Mr. Robinson looks up to see why the crowd is cheering.  It takes a second and then the recognition... it's for me.  Big huge, beautiful smile and a friendly wave of acknowledgement to the crowd.  I still love this man.

* There are way too many allas and Laker fans that attend games in San Antonio.  Thank goodness the Mavs never really gave their followers anything substantial to cheer for, because there was a considerable contingency from pretentious land.  (Yes, I'm looking at you, Mr. Cuban).

* Holy cow... did we really rediscover our Defense?  Little ol' us?  Momentary lapse or the beginning of a beautiful relationship?  Who knows, but I can't wait to view the next chapter. 

* Manu was wearing some sort of black strap under his jersey... apparently it was irritating him and he threw it to the bench.  Any clue what that might be?  Do you think it had a rose in the front of it? 

* Crappy-Doo step aside, we have a new best flopper acting nominee.... may I present Mr. Jason "I've fallen and I can't get up" Terry.  Truly, I have not seen a more over the top performance since the poopy-doo 360 in the 2006 playoffs.  I laughed, I cried (from laughing),  Mr. Fallen... that was pure genius. 

* When playing the mavericks, there is nothing better than watching Dirk Nowitzki get discombobulated.  His frustration was palpable and with each possesion he grew more and more agitated.  The whole allas team started heading to the locker rooms as soon as Manu held the ball for the last possession.  Love to see that.

* Holy cow, the old get off my lawn Pop is back!  Dayum, he was chewing on everybody and calling plays and coaching and stuff.  Who thought the wino still had it in him?  Me... that's who!  I love this man.

"You don't need those forearms, do you Dirk?" 

*  How much do we love McDyess' enforcerer attitude in the game?  I can't remember the last time I saw a veteran player who's physically intimidating as well as being a smart, savvy player.  (savvy in a good way).  Love him.

*  Tony honey, just a little advice... when the camera is on you and you're appearing on the big screen in front of the home crowd, a little tiny bit of an acknowledgement to the loyal followers would be appropriate.  Okay?  Good... did the wife not teach you anything?  Cheese Whiz.   Oooops, sorry.  That was supposed to say Bless your heart.

*  The coyote was dressed as a huge brown bat.  People with large nets were awaiting him on the sidelines.  He started to back off when he came into Manu's view.  Manu had to turn away, but you could see he was laughing.  It was a pretty funny bit. However, not funny was the timing of the stunt... it was immediately before a critical point in the game.  Seriously.... could you ummm work on your time... ummm... timi.... Timing.  kthxs.