Stop Analyzing, Pray For Edwards

On Thursday, John and Elizabeth Edwards announced her cancer. The cancer is treatable. However, the cancer is also untreatable.

Political analysis is unwarranted. Speculation and theory are inappropriate. The Edwards family has our thoughts and prayers.

American Idol Absence

NCAA Tournament has forced cancellation of “American Idol Live Blog.” I apologize. My “singing competition” critiques will resume next week.

The Expected Result

On Monday, DePauw University evicted Delta Zeta sorority from their campus. One could surmise this result. My objection is noted. As previously stated, sororities are social organizations. Their functions are partying and networking. Therefore, cuteness is a consideration.

Pace: Blunt & Army

Joint Chiefs Chairman General Peter Pace: "I believe homosexual acts between two individuals are immoral and that we should not condone immoral acts. I do not believe the United States is well served by a policy that says it is OK to be immoral in any way. As an individual, I would not want [acceptance of gay behavior] to be our policy, just like I would not want it to be our policy that if we were to find out that so-and-so was sleeping with somebody else's wife, that we would just look the other way, which we do not. We prosecute that kind of immoral behavior."

The United States Armed Forces exude machismo. They are traditional and conformist. General Pace’s remarks are unsurprising.

Van Who Inducted?

Congratulations Van Halen, R.E.M., Patti Smith, the Ronettes, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five. You have been enshrined in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Concerning Van Halen, which quartet was inducted?

Walter Reed’s Third

On Monday, Army Surgeon General Kevin Kiley retired. As Bob Dole and Donna Shalala commence investigating, Walter Reed’s former roster numbers three.

New England Awakening

The New England Patriots have garnered a tightwad reputation. They have cultivated this reputation. Each offseason, the Patriots have acquired and dismissed names. Players were not their veterans or talent. They were expendable cogs.

Evidently, their perception has been altered. On Saturday, the Patriots signed Donte Stallworth to a six-year, $33 million contract. On Monday, they ensnared Kelley Washington with a 5-year, $22 million pact. These signings chase the acquisition of Wes Welker from the Miami Dolphins.

Last season, the Patriots tarnished and traded Deion Branch. They ignored David Givens. Instead, they fielded Reche Caldwell, Jabar Gaffney, and Doug Gabriel. Tom Brady’s completions, yards, and touchdowns decreased. The Patriots exited the playoffs pre-Super Bowl.

This attitudinal modification may be an illusion. Ultimately, the Patriots may callously shed Stallworth, Washington, and Welker. For the moment, they have comprehended reality. They have monetarily acknowledged they cannot win with anyone.

Lo Returns, Heidi Receives Request

This week, Lauren “Lo” Bosworth reappeared. Audrina, Lauren, and her celebrated New Year’s eve. I heart Lo. She is adorable. Her personality is enchanting and epervescent. Her appearance is flawless. Simply stated, she is Laguna Beach’s finest.

Obviously, Spencer despises Lauren. He requested Heidi live with him. Simultaniously, he disparaged Lauren and Heidi’s relationship. On New Year’s Eve, he implored Heidi skip Lauren’s celebration. Amidst said celebration, Lauren and Heidi scarcely spoke.

Heidi and Lauren’s relationship is artificial. Given Spencer’s presence and manipulation, Lauren should discard Heidi. Permanently, she sever their bond.

Berry Deserves Salute, Not Shun

According to ESPN.com, Carla Berry was the informant. Berry notified LSU concerning former coach Pokey Chatman’s inappropriate sexual relationship with a former player. Subsequently, current players and Chatman were never alone.

Berry is neither a traitor nor disloyal. Chatman’s conduct was reprehensible. Berry’s decision was correct. Her actions are admirable.

Rewarding Failure

During Isiah Thomas’ tenure, the New York Knicks record is 85-142. This futility rates a multi-year extension?