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Overnight Vigil

With the previous thread bound for over 900 comments, here's another for you to keep each other company overnight. It's been a strange, sad night in many ways, for many people. Let's continue to focus on thinking good thoughts for Joe Paterno and his family. Remember that he's more than a football coach -- he's a husband, father, and grandfather to people who are bravely going through this with him.

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Good call.

I’m a stinking mess and appreciae the forum.

.....that which we are, WE ARE;
One equal temper of heroic hearts

by SarcasmJam on Jan 21, 2012 11:45 PM EST reply actions  

:(

we’re all a bit of a mess tonight.

Fire Dan Snyder

by Cari Greene on Jan 21, 2012 11:48 PM EST up reply actions  

+1

I’m just thankful I have a place to talk about everything. God knows I’d be a mess if I didn’t have this site.

by ppfcpp on Jan 21, 2012 11:50 PM EST up reply actions  

I was a mess about a few hours ago

But with my good friend here at BSD and my good friend Stolichnaya, I am getting through this night.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 21, 2012 11:56 PM EST up reply actions  

Think about the folks who went to bed...

… sobbing. And won’t know until morning he is not dead. I almost went to be myself.

by jessedotsmom on Jan 21, 2012 11:57 PM EST up reply actions  

Very difficult night

Thanks Chris, you’ve done a good job with an impossible situation.

by James on Jan 21, 2012 11:47 PM EST reply actions  

I am not ready for this

unreal

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 21, 2012 11:49 PM EST via Android app reply actions  

Is it wrong that I'm starting to feel almost happy?

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 21, 2012 11:49 PM EST reply actions  

I'm feeling kinda the same way

relief that the news wasn’t real. Though I know it most likely will be soon.

Fire Dan Snyder

by Cari Greene on Jan 21, 2012 11:49 PM EST up reply actions  

Yes, and quite a bit of beer, too.

I’m surprised I can be anything other than a puddle of tears right now.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 21, 2012 11:50 PM EST up reply actions  

It's always a mixed bag.

Sadness when we lose someone so very important to us all, while celebrating a remarkable life at the same time.

by CvilleLion on Jan 21, 2012 11:54 PM EST up reply actions  

It's not just that,

the rest of my life is pretty much shit right now, too! YAY!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 21, 2012 11:55 PM EST up reply actions  

Thanks!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 21, 2012 11:58 PM EST up reply actions  

You need to do whatever voodoo shit you diva's do

And appoint Mel a diva.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 21, 2012 11:58 PM EST up reply actions  

DONE!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 21, 2012 11:59 PM EST up reply actions  

In my mind a bra got burned or something.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:00 AM EST up reply actions  

I'll email it to you.

Don’t want the dudes to know.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:03 AM EST up reply actions  

awesome

as long as it’s in the original latin form

Fire Dan Snyder

by Cari Greene on Jan 22, 2012 12:03 AM EST up reply actions  

Kali-ma....

KALI-MA!

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:07 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Worst Indiana Jones movie.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:12 AM EST up reply actions  

I KNEW you would say that

not my favorite, definitely the scariest. But I liked it. I like Kate Capshaw and Shorty.

Fire Dan Snyder

by Cari Greene on Jan 22, 2012 12:13 AM EST up reply actions  

What makes it scary are

the skulls of Moe, Larry, and Curly in the background.

Bad ending for the stooges.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:15 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm mining 1980 -1984 tonite.

Deal with it. Did somebody say Phoebe Cates?

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:15 AM EST up reply actions  

Sydney Penny.

She was cute in “Pale Rider”; now? Ooo-la-la.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:16 AM EST up reply actions  

girl

you crazy

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:16 AM EST up reply actions  

Didn't we have this conversation already?

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:19 AM EST up reply actions  

yes

it ended with me being right and you being wrong.

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:20 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Don't think so.

All a matter of opinion. You know what they say about those…

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:22 AM EST up reply actions  

mine are usually correct?

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:23 AM EST up reply actions  

Um...no.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:31 AM EST up reply actions  

man I watch wayyy to many kids movies...

I thought that was one of the scooby doo live action movies…

All of our comments are irrelevant - LetsGoPSU

by jaytay13 on Jan 22, 2012 2:29 AM EST up reply actions  

Really?

Would those be that graphic?

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:30 AM EST up reply actions  

well...

In the first live action one a guy that looks just like that steals the soul of teenagers on spring break replacing them with monsters…

so ummm yes and no?

All of our comments are irrelevant - LetsGoPSU

by jaytay13 on Jan 22, 2012 3:04 AM EST up reply actions  

I didn't include the spell, though.

Next email.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:13 AM EST up reply actions  

Sorry, Paige.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 21, 2012 11:57 PM EST up reply actions  

I am with you

Know exactly what you mean, Life is professional life is shit, personally life is shit, atleast I have Nittany Nation to keep me going each day I wake up.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 21, 2012 11:58 PM EST up reply actions  

Ah, the glories of academia!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:00 AM EST up reply actions  

I was told that it is a noble way to starve.

I only have myself to blame.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:02 AM EST up reply actions  

I go up for tenure this year.

And I really need another grant or a fellowship. Just found out last week I didn’t make the finals for the fellowship I applied to.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:04 AM EST up reply actions  

We do things in a way that is an insult to our values.

Service, Research, Teaching. But the focus is on research, the others really don’t matter — at least they don’t at a Carnegie I school. Which mostly results in a lot of bad research. Got to get published. I’ll do anything to get published. Swell.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:13 AM EST up reply actions  

I've got five articles in the hopper.

Three are finished, but having trouble publishing. I did an evaluation project with a hand tied behind my back. Regretting that now.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:14 AM EST up reply actions  

And I am at a community college

In PA, where that Fucker Corbett cut out budget. Just for off suplemental unemployment, still living with mom and dad. Depression aint got shit on me!!

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:03 AM EST up reply actions  

History, right?

Try looking at other states for jobs if you can.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:05 AM EST up reply actions  

History and Geography

I am actually looking at a career change. Just applied to PSU for a MA in higher ed, to be a counselor/advisor or administrator.

Kids are getting told such shit these days, I am straightforward to the point of blunt about what to do with their future, and my students love it when I don’t sugar coat anything.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:08 AM EST up reply actions  

Teacher job market in North Carolina seems

to be crap, but I can poke around down here if you need a change of venue.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:09 AM EST up reply actions  

I need a change of life

Like not even joking.

I acually loved living in NC, but my dream job is working in Happy Valley. Applied to about 60 jobs there, and was called for 1. But still pluggin through it all.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:10 AM EST up reply actions  

No worries, Aries.

My e-mail is in my profile. I know you were at UNCG, so have some experience down here.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:12 AM EST up reply actions  

Really NC is a great state

Loved my time there. So different from PA

My e-mail is in my profile also.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:14 AM EST up reply actions  

Let me know what,

if anything, I can do for you. I’m in health administration, though, so may not be of much help.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:15 AM EST up reply actions  

I can use some

Healthcare. Had a bad heath scare a few years ago, long story short, almost had a stroke. Blood pressure was littearlly double the normal rate. Doctors were still clueless as to why it happened, killed off half my kidneys. Seems it might have all been because have sleep apniea, didn’t sleep for like 6 months.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:23 AM EST up reply actions  

Well, I'm not a medical doctor.

But I can tell you all about insurance and stuff. But seriously, I’d be happy to try to get you in touch with specialists if I know any. Just email me.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:32 AM EST up reply actions  

I got all that figured out...

Pretty much. I was about 4 years ago, so been on top of it. Great story, but way to long to relive here.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:36 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm glad you're well now!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:38 AM EST up reply actions  

Me to!!!

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:41 AM EST up reply actions  

I'll add my gratitude!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:44 AM EST up reply actions  

All too kind

And you haven’t even meet me in person. Might change your mind if that happens…i kied I keid.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:47 AM EST up reply actions  

Naw,

you’re a Penn Stater. That’s all we need to know!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:54 AM EST up reply actions   2 recs

"way too long to relive here"

um….this is the internet/BSD here, you know that, right?

by The JuggerNitt on Jan 22, 2012 10:12 AM EST up reply actions  

I'll shoot you a note manana.

I’m about to switch venues myself. My book is calling . . .

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:17 AM EST up reply actions  

I am hoping start my MA for same thing

I have been doing Academic Advising for 3yrs at a for profit. I dream of working for a non-profit. Not that the pay will be any better.

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 22, 2012 12:22 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Make sure your non-profit of choice has a good

business officer. I’ve worked for a couple that were almost bankrupt because my predecessor couldn’t handle the books.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:33 AM EST up reply actions  

i meant nonprofit school.

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 22, 2012 12:35 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Worked at a pre -> 8th grade

school, which was okay while it lasted. Now at Duke – I guess that counts, right?

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:41 AM EST up reply actions  

yep

there are some plus sides to forprofit education but overall it is a soul sucking demon (new dept i work for excluded)

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 22, 2012 12:50 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

I prefer the for-profit world.

Duke people think that money is evil, but are quick to demand more in their departments — and paychecks.

See “leeching” comments elsewhere in this thread.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:52 AM EST up reply actions  

Employees it may be better for

and forprofits are great at quick changes. however profit is bottom dollar. the things i have witnessed, told to do, all in the name of getting/keeping a student is morally repugnant.

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 22, 2012 12:56 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Sorry to hear that.

Wish I had some words of wisdom and comfort.

by CvilleLion on Jan 21, 2012 11:58 PM EST up reply actions  

Thanks, that's good enough.

No more sadsack shit, I promise.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:00 AM EST up reply actions  

Did someone ask for "Comfort"?

I’m still here! (Prolly for just a few more minutes, tho.)

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:00 AM EST up reply actions  

I feel prepared.

Tonight I released my emotions. If bad news follows, I feel as though I’ll be prepared—but nevertheless unwilling to accept it.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 21, 2012 11:53 PM EST up reply actions  

I haven't even come close

to shedding all my tears.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 21, 2012 11:55 PM EST up reply actions  

same here

though I don’t think there is a limit when it comes to the death of beloved people.

by The JuggerNitt on Jan 22, 2012 12:02 AM EST up reply actions  

I was at a bar trying to do trivia when I started breaking down tonight

when I left is when word got out he was still with us. So I don’t think I’ve had my crying breakdown yet…but it’s coming, mark my words.

Fire Dan Snyder

by Cari Greene on Jan 22, 2012 12:03 AM EST up reply actions  

When I do circle with my kids on Monday

I will be liberally using Joepa quotes.

"Want a donut go to dunkin donuts, want a linebacker go to Penn State."
- Cris Carter, NFL Draft, 4/25/09

twitter: @princessblueezy

by kmblue on Jan 21, 2012 11:49 PM EST reply actions  

That is an amazing picture of the vigil.

Most certainly wallpaper material.

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 21, 2012 11:49 PM EST reply actions  

Chris,

While I appreciate the new thread, do not close the old. We can move along like good lemmings.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 21, 2012 11:49 PM EST reply actions  

I'll open them back up.

Even a few minutes of closed comments should be encouragement enough, so I’ll open it back up for you to finish business over there.

by Chris Grovich on Jan 21, 2012 11:51 PM EST up reply actions  

Thanks dude.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 21, 2012 11:52 PM EST up reply actions  

you do everything wrong

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 21, 2012 11:52 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Flush when you're done, MainLion,

and put the seat down. I’m tired of getting blamed for leaving it up, when it’s YOU doing it.

/LOLZ

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 21, 2012 11:52 PM EST up reply actions  

Huh?

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 21, 2012 11:57 PM EST up reply actions  

Chris said you had to finish your "business"

on the other thread. I just assumed . . . .

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:01 AM EST up reply actions  

Ah, a poop joke.

You know, I expected more from you.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:04 AM EST up reply actions  

Sorry, buddy.

Not the first person I’ve disappointed — won’t be the last.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:05 AM EST up reply actions  

Ah, my Saturday morning speech while a student at Penn State.

Memories.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:06 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

LOL!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:16 AM EST up reply actions  

Thanks Chris

Like I said before, we appreciate your work.

by ppfcpp on Jan 21, 2012 11:53 PM EST up reply actions  

As a Husker fan

my heart is aching for the Penn State family. God Bless all of you, and God be with Joe’s family.

The Big Ten family engulfs you with it’s support and care.

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 21, 2012 11:49 PM EST reply actions  

Thank you, redvalley!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 21, 2012 11:51 PM EST up reply actions  

Thanks again, RedValley!

Please stop by often. I for one like having Nebraska in the B1G.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 21, 2012 11:51 PM EST up reply actions  

And I love the B1G.

But not the shared sadness we’re going through now. Joe is such an icon…irreplaceable.

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 21, 2012 11:53 PM EST up reply actions  

Easy aside...
18 to 22…how perfect were you at that age?

As perfect as I’m ever going to get.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 21, 2012 11:54 PM EST up reply actions  

I was in the Army when I was 18-22, and

had reason to believe I was a bad-ass. Those were some good years!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:07 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Thanks jesse

and PSU_Lions, but my sig has more to do with the criticism thrown at these imperfect young men by fans who have forgotten how imperfect they, themselves, were at that age.

Great coaches like Joe understand that premise, and support their players according to that innate flaw, rather than tearing them down.

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 12:17 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

No worries, RV.

Your sig just brought some good memories.

And I go by “84” or “Mark” — easier to type.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:18 AM EST up reply actions  

Thanks.

Damn, I’m falling in love with Penn State….

MUST…LEAVE…NOW…

Long live volleyball! And rest well, my friends.

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 12:22 AM EST up reply actions  

You are welcome back

anytime, RV!

Good night and God bless!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:23 AM EST up reply actions  

We can be your second love!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:24 AM EST up reply actions  

Oh,

but will it be returned?

Love never works on a one-way street. : D

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions  

So true.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:32 AM EST up reply actions  

"I found love on a two-way street,

and lost it on a lonely highway."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ol0ZyaGG5H4

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:35 AM EST up reply actions  

You people

are too much fun.

And I feel guilty saying that on a night like this.

And, I’m going to repeat my admiration of Sue P. that I stated on the other thread. Am I misreading her, or is she one the neatest, most loving, supportive wives ever?

In these short, few months, I have been overwhelmed by her strength…and unconditional love for Joe.

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 12:44 AM EST up reply actions  

You are not misreading her

She is every bit as great a woman as Joe was a great man.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:45 AM EST up reply actions  

She's the ultimate woman.

I wish I could be like her.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:45 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Ah!

A fellow woman on a sports site…I’m so excited, I’m going to spit now.

I’ve only identified two other women on Corn Nation. Are you as lonely here, or are there many more of our species on BSD?

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 12:48 AM EST up reply actions  

So, So JEALOUS!

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 12:50 AM EST up reply actions  

No,

I was saying I’M jealous.

I feel the female POV adds to the richness of a site.

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 12:54 AM EST up reply actions  

Oh,

you MUST visit Corn Nation…please!

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 12:56 AM EST up reply actions  

Definitely will!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:03 AM EST up reply actions  

My wife is on here somewhere,

but is new. Has not yet attained Diva status, I’m thinking.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:53 AM EST up reply actions  

Of course she has.

As soon as we know someone is female, I wave my wand, and they automatically become a BSDiva.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:56 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Easy there!

“Waving wands” is part of the reason we are in a shit storm!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:57 AM EST up reply actions  

I knew someone would make a comment like that!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:04 AM EST up reply actions  

My humble Thanks!

love to all BSD

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 12:57 AM EST up reply actions  

true story

i still remember the day she waved her wand over me. sniff sniff. one of my happiest days ever

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 22, 2012 12:58 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

"she waved her wand over me"

Giggity.

Consider this my official declaration of non-support of child molestation.

by 06Lion on Jan 22, 2012 1:03 AM EST up reply actions  

I actually can't take credit,

as the original BSDiva. A lot of wonderful ladies were here before I was. I’m just quick to include all ladies as divas!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:07 AM EST up reply actions  

SuePa

Is the best woman that lives in State College. She seems liek the nicest lady and one of the most caring on top of it.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:46 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

With all respect to my wife

of 28 years, any woman who puts up with a man for as long as the Paterno’s have been married is truly a saint.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 12:46 AM EST up reply actions  

My parents hit 60 years

and my Dad died about two months later.

No cause-and-effect implied!!!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:49 AM EST up reply actions  

Mine made it to 46

when Mom passed. When I mention to my wife that we have nearly twenty years to go to match them, she collapses into a sobbing puddle of tears. I can’t figure out why…

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 12:52 AM EST up reply actions  

Wife and I have been married for 32 --

they have been 24 of the happiest years of my life.

/LOLZ

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:54 AM EST up reply actions  

I see what you did there 84

Nice!!

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:55 AM EST up reply actions  

Aries .. nice?

HE says 24 …. What does MRS. say? lol

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 12:59 AM EST up reply actions  

I don't know

I assume the Miss’s says she ahs had the 32 best years of her life with 84.

But can only assume really.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:03 AM EST up reply actions  

Good answer, Aries,

since that was Mrs. 84 asking that question and that is EXACTLY what I tell her.

84 masquerading as ComfortHePuHuTh

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:21 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm telling :o)

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:24 AM EST up reply actions  

No need to assume ...

I’ll go on record (long story, shortened): It has truly been almost 34! Blessed Years since we met and He totally ‘swooned’ me! Mark, ILYMTYLTT!

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 12:06 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

My wife doesn't

like the joke where you say “We have been married for seven blissful years” " But I though you’ve been married for longer than that?" " We’ve been married for 28, but only seven have been blissful"

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 12:57 AM EST up reply actions  

Just say,

“Honey, you’re right!”

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:57 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

That is

an autoreply.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 12:59 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Along with

“I’m sorry”

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:22 AM EST up reply actions  

But she can be harder than woodpecker lips.

Did you see where she said about he-who-shall-not-be-named, "If he had touched one of my kids I would have . . . "

And she would tutor some of the football players to the point where they were glad to get back to the field!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:46 AM EST up reply actions  

I just want to hug her

She seems like the nicest person. Would love to meet her and bake with her and do thing I do with my grandma. Love me some SuePa.!!

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:48 AM EST up reply actions  

I remember seeing her around

at various PSU fundraising and spirit events. When I was there (06-10) Our opinion of her was at least as high as it was of Joe, if not higher. She is, by all accounts, a great woman.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:56 AM EST up reply actions  

plenty of room on the wagon.

lots of cowards leaped off in the last few months.

keep winning ugly

by tlrpsu on Jan 22, 2012 12:25 AM EST up reply actions  

You are welcome anytime RV.

Please visit again! Despite what the haters say, we love other people’s input.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions  

I've known him since he was 20 ...

and we have a saying here: He is right even when he is wrong! Still having GOOD years!!! xoxo

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 12:42 AM EST up reply actions  

What's going on in your part of the house?

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:47 AM EST up reply actions  

No TV,

trying to span the posts here, thinking of a book to read …. xo

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 12:48 AM EST up reply actions  

Yeah, I keep reaching for "The Centurions"

but tonight was such a roller-coaster.

Shall I join you soon?

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:50 AM EST up reply actions  

Let's ... join

Nite ya’ll

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 12:53 AM EST up reply actions  

OK, I'll be there in a few.

The Divas are commenting — I think they are initiating RedValley into the coven harem group.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:55 AM EST up reply actions  

Oh get a room!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:57 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

I think I am being "paged"

by the missus.

’Night, all!!!!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:58 AM EST up reply actions  

Thanks

You Husker fans have been amazing in your support.

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 21, 2012 11:52 PM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Thanks redvalley

As much as I hated Nebraska for ‘94, I’ll always remember you guys for your class this year with the team prayer before the game. Nebraska now will always be my favorite other team from the B1G.

by ppfcpp on Jan 21, 2012 11:52 PM EST up reply actions  

College football

is still the best thing in sports, and PSU-NU proved it that day. Love you guys.

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 21, 2012 11:55 PM EST up reply actions  

Really

Thank you. Can’t say more than that.

Thank You.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:05 AM EST up reply actions  

Thanks, Chris,

Good night to you/yours.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 21, 2012 11:50 PM EST reply actions  

I wonder..

What is the rcord for most comments?

by Deaver78 on Jan 21, 2012 11:50 PM EST reply actions  

I'm not really sure.

The issue is that the threads come to a screeching halt somewhere in the 800-900 comment range. We’ve been over 1,000 on occasion.

by Chris Grovich on Jan 21, 2012 11:54 PM EST up reply actions  

Thanks

it was a question that just popped in my head

by Deaver78 on Jan 21, 2012 11:55 PM EST up reply actions  

Unless you using the WOPR

After 800 it’s tough, especially if there are gifs and shit.

I just had a WOPR joke. Needed to use it. Sorry.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 21, 2012 11:56 PM EST up reply actions  

NO!

Let’s play Global Thermonuclear War.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:00 AM EST up reply actions  

I'll be the Russians.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:03 AM EST up reply actions  

And no shit...

Do you know how long I was sitting on a WOPR joke? Fucking months.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:01 AM EST up reply actions  

"Honey, come to bed already"

“No damnit! I’ve been waiting all day for an opportunity to use a joke on the internet! Now is not the time to pack it in!”

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:03 AM EST up reply actions  

thats better than

someone on the internet is wrong…

All of our comments are irrelevant - LetsGoPSU

by jaytay13 on Jan 22, 2012 2:39 AM EST up reply actions  

Does EDSBS have more bandwidth or something?

They regularly go over 1000 before jumping to another thread.

/Note, not criticizing, just asking.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 21, 2012 11:57 PM EST up reply actions  

Are the individual sites responsible for their own hosting?

Or is it all through the SBN mothership?

"This is being a Penn State fan. We’ll prove it, or we won’t. It’s not about proving it to them, it’s about proving to ourselves."

by mvrck on Jan 22, 2012 12:12 AM EST up reply actions  

sorry chris

but I seemed to start something to keep you up

by Deaver78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:13 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Then if things get bad enough I would file a ticket with em or however you handle technical issues.

I’m sure they probably have EDSBS on it’s own dedicated machine given how much traffic it gets. Threads crashing after X comments is a processor/RAM issue on the server rather than bandwidth.

"This is being a Penn State fan. We’ll prove it, or we won’t. It’s not about proving it to them, it’s about proving to ourselves."

by mvrck on Jan 22, 2012 12:15 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm technically inept.

I just know that EDSBS doesn’t eject until over 1000 comments.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:17 AM EST up reply actions  

I tried to rec this

But the ‘rec’ option disappeared when I clicked on it.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:24 AM EST up reply actions  

I think EDSBS has less active content in the margins

Their page always loads much faster for me than BSD

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 12:17 AM EST up reply actions  

Is there a way to let the Paternos know

we tried to melt down the internet tonight?

They need frequent reminders of our love and prayers for them.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 21, 2012 11:54 PM EST reply actions  

Jay knows.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 21, 2012 11:55 PM EST up reply actions  

Very good.

I remember how many people said good things at my Dad’s funeral, and I resolved I would do my best to say good things to people while they are still alive. Not perfect at that, but I try.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 21, 2012 11:56 PM EST up reply actions  

Oh man, this so much.

My grandmother passed away last summer. And at the wake I spent hours listening to people tell me how much she had touched their lives and helped them. I expected the whole ordeal to be terrible, but thanks to their words it was almost a positive experience. It meant so much to me to hear how much she had done for other people. Since then I’ve made it my goal in life to make sure that I let everyone in my life know that they helped to mold me.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:01 AM EST up reply actions  

Orson Scott Card.

Sci-fi writer who lives in Greensboro. Wrote the “Ender” books, and “Speaker for the Dead”. Have seriously considered having someone who doesn’t know me research my life, and give an objective portrayal of it at my funeral.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:03 AM EST up reply actions  

Yep.

I really need to go back and reread his stuff. I enjoy that genre.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:13 AM EST up reply actions  

Yup

He said that he saw all the comments (not necessarily here) and passed them onto Joe for inspiration. Something tells me they are aware of just how much this means to all of us.

by ppfcpp on Jan 21, 2012 11:58 PM EST up reply actions  

I am 23 years old, been a State fan since I can remember.

And Joe has been there since the beginning of my fanhood. I love Penn State football and have JoePa largely to thank for giving me such an incredible, tradition rich program to be proud of for the rest of my life. To all my fellow State fans grieving tonight, stay strong. We can all be thankful knowing that Joe’s legacy will live forever.

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 21, 2012 11:58 PM EST reply actions  

I'm 53, and

can say pretty much the same thing, View. That’s an amazing legacy Joe has put together.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 21, 2012 11:59 PM EST up reply actions  

I share that

55 here, but Penn State spans generations, in no insignificant part due to the Paterno legacy. Not the wins, the lessons. I keep hearing Penn State Victory playing in my mind tonight, over and over. It’s what that victory is about that means the most.

In God we trust. Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see them

by PSUMarine78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:12 AM EST up reply actions  

Damn, you're old!

j/k!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:14 AM EST up reply actions  

Seriously. I'm right in between you guys at 54.

I don’t remember PSU before Joe. This is all a new reality. I don’t like it.

by CvilleLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:14 AM EST up reply actions  

Do you, or 78 or 84 (now, like you 84, I'm starting to sound like a Get Smart episode)

remember TV Quarterbacks? We got (then) WPSX in the early 70s in Venango County — the transmitter was on a mountain in Clearfield. Educational, commercial TV with an hour of Joe, I think Fran, and a small audience.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:22 AM EST up reply actions  

Yeah, the only prob that I recall

was that it came on Sunday mornings, and unless I missed church (not a good idea) I would miss that program.

No Tivo/VCRs/any of that stuff back then, kids. Stop snickering!!!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:25 AM EST up reply actions  

We got it on Wednesday night (live or replay I can't recall)

in ‘72, ’73, and I think ’74 — Tom Shuman was QB in ’74 I think and I remember this season of the show. He looked like he had a mouthpiece in when he didn’t have a mouthpiece in.

It was the greatest coach show ever. PBS style, no ads, no hype, no smoke approaching your ass.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:33 AM EST up reply actions  

We only had a B&W TV

but even so the clothes came through as being LOUD!

Oh, the funkadelic 70’s . . .

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:36 AM EST up reply actions  

Yes, tho didn't get it consistently

and I think it was on sunday’s around noon we’d hear it

In God we trust. Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see them

by PSUMarine78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:26 AM EST up reply actions  

Wow, yes, now that you mention it.

Although I lived in Carbon County at the time — maybe got the feed out of Allentown. I had forgotten all about that show.

by CvilleLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:28 AM EST up reply actions  

It was a great show.

I wonder if the tapes are out there somewhere?

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:34 AM EST up reply actions  

They are, but

only in reel-to-reel format.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:37 AM EST up reply actions  

I don't either

Remember hearing a delayed re-cap of a PSU-WVU game while riding with the ‘old man’ in our ‘65 Plymouth station wagon on the AM radio in 1967 and the ’old man’ saying something along the lines of ‘that guy’s making a name for himself up there’.

In hindsight I’d say…no shit, dad.

In God we trust. Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see them

by PSUMarine78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:23 AM EST up reply actions  

The Orange Bowl at the end of the '68 season cemented the deal for me.

The weak and effete Lambert Trophy easterners wouldn’t have a chance against Pepper Rodger’s Kansas Jayhawks.

Yeah.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:39 AM EST up reply actions  

Yeah!!

In God we trust. Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see them

by PSUMarine78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:40 AM EST up reply actions  

Awesome memory!

I was still recovering from a car accident that occurred in late Sep, so my school attendance was sporadic. Football really helped me get through.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:43 AM EST up reply actions  

And we're blessed you got through

Another Penn Stater survived to carry the torch

In God we trust. Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see them

by PSUMarine78 on Jan 22, 2012 1:01 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm rushing mindlessly toward 55 this April.

I need some break-one-nine-double-nickle-1975 joke here. Unfortunately, I can’t think of one.

Where are you Red Sovine?

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:17 AM EST up reply actions  

Do you mean

Red “tear your heart out through your ears” Sovine?

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 12:19 AM EST up reply actions  

Break One Nine

Is anyone there?

Come on back truckers
and talk to Teddy Bear.

My first real appreciation of irony.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:24 AM EST up reply actions  

Tough to beat

Roses for Mama for pure dust inducing lyrics.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 12:25 AM EST up reply actions  

Giddy Up Go, Giddy Up Go

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:41 AM EST up reply actions  

Too maudlin.

I prefer, “Would you back off another mile or so with them hogs?”

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:25 AM EST up reply actions  

Cledus Maggard

I believe is who you are channeling

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions  

You could say

a convoy tore through our hearts tonight, 10-4?

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:20 AM EST up reply actions  

Suddenly,

I don’t feel THAT old anymore.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:20 AM EST up reply actions  

I think

I’ve been wounded . . .

/Checkingforbleeding

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:21 AM EST up reply actions  

Sorry :o(

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:25 AM EST up reply actions  

It's okay.

I’ve been meaning to visit the local apothecary for a little remedial leeching. Don’t trust them new-fangled “doctors” or whatever . . . .

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:26 AM EST up reply actions  

HA

Leeched, and apothocary. That is good stuff.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:40 AM EST up reply actions  

You're welcome

In God we trust. Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see them

by PSUMarine78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:28 AM EST up reply actions  

therapeutic humor

I know there’s a witty comment about an instant replay challenge in here somewhere but I’m too tired to come up with it. Keep fighting Joe….

by moosepsu on Jan 22, 2012 12:01 AM EST via Android app reply actions  

God Bless You Coach Paterno

He has been my hero, my inspiration for over 45 years. This is a very sad day. My daughter turns 21 today. She calls him Grandpa Joe.

My wife and I had the great fortune to spend 30 minutes alone with Coach Paterno in his office in 2008. It is one of the best days of my life. We NEVER talked football; we talked about family and he proclaimed me “Father of the Year”, as having 6 daughters.

I love the man and all he has stood for.

It is so sad and I could never prepare properly for this time, although I knew it would come.

He will fight to the end as he is one tough man.

"Black Shoes. Basic Blues. No Names."

by Rummeypsu1 on Jan 22, 2012 12:03 AM EST reply actions  

You know what?

He’s not dead. No offense, but how about no more eulogies tonite?

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:05 AM EST up reply actions  

Just my opinion.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:10 AM EST up reply actions  

Agreed.

Save them.

Leaders Co-Champions

by PSUinBOSSton on Jan 22, 2012 12:11 AM EST up reply actions  

I'd just like to point out

that Kindergarden Cop is on tbs right now.

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:05 AM EST reply actions  

ITS NOT A TOOMAH!

That might be a little inappropriate.

Consider this my official declaration of non-support of child molestation.

by 06Lion on Jan 22, 2012 12:06 AM EST up reply actions  

maybe

still funny though.

Fire Dan Snyder

by Cari Greene on Jan 22, 2012 12:07 AM EST up reply actions  

I'M DETECTIVE JON KIMBLE!

I’M A COP YOU IDIOT!

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:08 AM EST up reply actions  

what's funniest is you guys are commenting these quotes

and they immediately pop into my head in arnold’s voice. which is inherently funny in and of itself.

Fire Dan Snyder

by Cari Greene on Jan 22, 2012 12:10 AM EST up reply actions  

I hear my Mom.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:12 AM EST up reply actions  

WE'RE GOING TO PLAY A LITTLE GAME

ITS CALLED WHO IS YOUR DADDY AND WHAT DOES HE DO

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:34 AM EST up reply actions  

It looks like a cold sore, but . . . .

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:08 AM EST up reply actions  

Slow down.

I need a pen and paper.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:36 AM EST up reply actions  

hahahahaah.

im flicking back and forth between this and other shit.

keep winning ugly

by tlrpsu on Jan 22, 2012 12:39 AM EST up reply actions  

Not always in New Orleans.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:42 AM EST up reply actions  

I want to go to bed

but this movie is too fantastic.

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:53 AM EST up reply actions  

Welp,

it’s official. Found a taker for my Pats tickets. This gut punch took it out of me too hard. Can’t stand out there, pretend to care too much about the game while I tailgate etc.

Leaders Co-Champions

by PSUinBOSSton on Jan 22, 2012 12:07 AM EST reply actions  

Katt Williams on Comedy Central

The only problem with that is, they censored it, so there are many, MANY bleeps.

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 22, 2012 12:10 AM EST reply actions  

Mrs. ML and I tried to watch that last week.

Agreed. It’s bleeped to the point that you miss not only jokes but 3-4 minute segments.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:11 AM EST up reply actions  

That seems absurd

For a stand up act on cable after midnight.

Consider this my official declaration of non-support of child molestation.

by 06Lion on Jan 22, 2012 12:13 AM EST up reply actions  

I am also a fan of Kevin Hart

seen him?

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 22, 2012 12:13 AM EST up reply actions  

Raise your hand if...

Your lite
Drunj
Or getting there?

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:13 AM EST reply actions  

Waves hand.

Squints and has trouble focusing.

by CvilleLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:16 AM EST up reply actions  

Getting there!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:18 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm one away.

And I’m going to get it right now.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:18 AM EST up reply actions  

Thats what i want to hear

About half a bottle of vodak gone, looking to to the other half

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:20 AM EST up reply actions  

I think I'm six beers in.

But that’s over 5 hours.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:21 AM EST up reply actions  

I've been going slow,

but haven’t eaten anything since about 3.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:26 AM EST up reply actions  

Don't make me put up another Fan Post.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:21 AM EST up reply actions  

heres an idea

we keep the joepa presser drinking game and just play those over and over again.

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:23 AM EST up reply actions  

That last drink fixed it.

Now I’m banged up.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:24 AM EST up reply actions  

I have never once known...

…you to need Vodka.

You are drinking G&T’s and I’m drinking Rum & Diet.

FACT.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:37 AM EST up reply actions  

You know,

y’all are a pretty cool family. I would die if my mom or dad was on here to see what I typed!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:41 AM EST up reply actions  

I do need to finish those rules.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions  

I figure you can just replay old joe ones instead of BOB's

especially since he really doesnt use names.

I'm on the Internet cause I'm an Internet thug.
#OccupyESPN

by skarocksoi on Jan 22, 2012 12:31 AM EST up reply actions  

I just need to find a way

to buy copies of old Joe pressers.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:33 AM EST up reply actions  

Go for it

The last post brought him back from the (alleged) dead, what could the next one do?

by VVeRPennState on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions  

I passed on the 5th glass of wine.

Need to drive my daughter back to college tomorrow morning. Or this morning rather.

by CvilleLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:31 AM EST up reply actions  

Pansy.

I’m on my third bottle today.

…and yes, I threw a tequila & limoncello in the mix there as well.

Unrepentant Joe Paterno Apologist®

by leeharvey418 on Jan 22, 2012 1:12 AM EST up reply actions  

Hoping to be Drunj soon

But in the mean time, I guess I’m ‘getting there.’

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:21 AM EST up reply actions  

Lucky for you,

your DD doesn’t drink.

I’m cranking up the bus now — sit tight until I get there!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:22 AM EST up reply actions  

84, there's a generation or two between us

But I’d be honored to get the chance to have a few drinks with you sometime- if that opportunity provides itself.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:26 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Second that one

Can we have a BSD reunion in State College?

How about Blue/White weekend? I will be there!

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

I wish I could be there.

Probably too close to finals week.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions  

Man, that would be amazing

if someone can set that up!

I’ve been wanting to get back to HV for a game for a long time — might be the tipping point if I knew I could meet a lot of you!!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:29 AM EST up reply actions  

I will def be there

So we can set something up in town or something for anyone else going.

Also want to be there for the first home game in eptember to welcome BoB to PSU.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:30 AM EST up reply actions  

I will be there for both THON and BW weekends

If anyone else would like to meet up for that I would be honored.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:29 AM EST up reply actions  

Works for me.

That would be another very good reason to drive up for the BW game.

by CvilleLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:32 AM EST up reply actions  

On a more positive note

Is anyone going to SC for THON? I plan to, because it’s a great opportunity to showcase the good PSU has done. If anyone plans to be up there for it, I’d welcome the chance to meet some of you in person.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:35 AM EST up reply actions  

I wish I could

I would love to do that. Had a few people die of cancer, and just sent in my donation. My brother did it all 4 years he was at PSU, when it was stil in rec hall.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:38 AM EST up reply actions  

I would be honored as well --

even if I rely on coffee for my buzz.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions  

Well, chances are I'd drink some beer if I were in SC

But I’ll fully admit that coffee is my drug of choice. So I can’t argue with that.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:30 AM EST up reply actions  

You can be the DD

for everyone! LOL! I’m sure you’ve gotten that before.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:34 AM EST up reply actions  

I used to help drunk SF soldiers

get home. Best hand-to-hand combat training I ever had.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:39 AM EST up reply actions  

Not to take away from our vigil tonight,

but who do we like in the NFL tomorrow? Patriots and BOB all the way?

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 22, 2012 12:15 AM EST reply actions  

might as well as long as the giants lose

by Deaver78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:16 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Amen to that

Eagles fan, and there are alot of giants fans that live near me, they are insufferable.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:20 AM EST up reply actions  

I was an Eagles fan for a long time.

Eagles fans are insufferable.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:22 AM EST up reply actions  

Yeah some are

I am in eastern PA, hour north of Philly, and I am constantly defending Eagles fans to everyone else. Hard to do at times.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:25 AM EST up reply actions  

I love the Eagles.

The Steelers just signed me in free agency.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:26 AM EST up reply actions  

Seems about right

You can tell us all the fun you have with Derrick Williams then.\

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST up reply actions  

Lot of FB Chatter over DWill

He would have never made the team this year.

But next year is a different team. I just hope they cut Sepulveda lose so Kapinos can be the official punter, despite the fact that he has done it for two years straight already.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:31 AM EST up reply actions  

Never understood that one

Kapinos was solid for them, and to get rid of him before the season? Didn’t know what the hell was going on

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:32 AM EST up reply actions  

I could write a 1,000 words.

The answer is… Pittsburgh

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:33 AM EST up reply actions  

I know exactly what you mean

Sadly…

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:34 AM EST up reply actions  

I liked the DWill signing

but it was tempered by also signing Troy Smith. That was unpleasant

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 22, 2012 12:33 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Neither one is going to make the team

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:34 AM EST up reply actions  

this is true

If you can't stand the heat, get out of the Big Ten...or just lose the sweater vest.

by amandakt on Jan 22, 2012 12:36 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Eggles are the only Philly outfit I can suffer.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:44 AM EST up reply actions  

I’m in San Diego and in the navy…I feel your pain. rough year all around for sports teams

by Deaver78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:22 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

Denver78

Thank you for your service. God Bless!

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 9:43 AM EST up reply actions  

This has nothing to do with the NFL, but I like to complain about it.

I live an hour from South Bend, and being around so many ND fans is enough to drive a sane man to the brink.

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 22, 2012 12:23 AM EST up reply actions  

Can only imagine

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:25 AM EST up reply actions  

Just got home...

heard the news/rumors and everything. i think im too shocked to feel feelings. any news station better to watch than another? wnep? wbre? espn? cnn?

thanks

For the glory

by lionalum05 on Jan 22, 2012 12:16 AM EST reply actions  

Phil Schoener is trash.

Worst local sports anchor I ever heard. Dude seems lost and yet he’s a veteran.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:17 AM EST up reply actions  

this thread is a candidate to become the most disjointed one ever

but I suppose that’s understandable given the circumstances. banter away.

by mfounds67 on Jan 22, 2012 12:19 AM EST reply actions  

I have yet

to read one that’s not disjointed

by Deaver78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:20 AM EST via Android app up reply actions  

It's the nature of open threads.

You ain’t seen nothin’ yet.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:21 AM EST up reply actions  

BTO played in St. College in '88 or '89

Trying to remember which bar they played. My roommate went, I didn’t.

by mfounds67 on Jan 22, 2012 12:26 AM EST up reply actions  

Before my time.

You can play some Dirges or Emerald City, though :o) But Velveeta was my favorite band in grad school.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:29 AM EST up reply actions  

Never mind.

I get the reference now. Wasn’t intended! LOL!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:30 AM EST up reply actions  

Wish your time had been my time.

Bet you woulda enjoyed Stolyn Hours, Queen Bee and the Blue Hornet Band, and some dude name Ken who played Zeno’s and could do some amazing sound-alikes of acoustic rockers.

by mfounds67 on Jan 22, 2012 12:31 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm sure I would have.

I liked the original music scene in the early to mid-90s. When I came back in ’98, it had mostly switched to cover bands.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:37 AM EST up reply actions  

Let it roll!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:29 AM EST up reply actions  

Why do reports say "Former Penn State Football Coach Joe Paterno"?

Why don’t they say, “Penn State Professor Joe Paterno”? We have confirmed from the press releases and Town Halls that he’s still a tenured professor.

Leaders Co-Champions

by PSUinBOSSton on Jan 22, 2012 12:26 AM EST reply actions   1 recs

Good Job.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:45 AM EST up reply actions  

easier for people

to remember him as a football coach than prof

by Deaver78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:28 AM EST via Android app up reply actions   1 recs

Because the MSM doesn't give a shit about anything other than football.

It doesn’t matter how much we remember him for everything else, to the ignorant masses he’s

just a football coach

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:33 AM EST up reply actions  

For the same reason they don't say

philanthropist or leader. It doesn’t fit the agenda du jour.

by CvilleLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:35 AM EST up reply actions  

Yeah it's all about the agenda. God you guys are micro analyzing and being paranoid

if you really think they aren’t going to put former PSU football coach. Look I think the media did him in big time but come on, this is nothing.

by clay-born to party on Jan 22, 2012 9:59 AM EST up reply actions  

Don't know if ya'll had any visits from Texas yet

but God bless both the Penn State family and the Joe Paterno. I started following your blog when the scandal broke out and have supported you guys all the way and in the end I believe his legacy will last longer than scandals because good always win in the end!
P.S thanks for coaching Sean Lee up, he’s an amazing ilb for the Cowboys and will be for a long time

"Deion never played quarterback in the National Football League, so his comments are based off the other side of the ball. If you play my position and criticism can really affect you and hurt you and make you play differently, then you’re only gonna be around for so long anyway. The whole objective is to keep getting better. Keep finding ways to improve, and if your talented enough and good enough, you will lead your team to the Super Bowl. That will happen around here, it will."

by willyoubemycharizard on Jan 22, 2012 12:27 AM EST reply actions   1 recs

Thank you very much

We truly appreciate it!

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:29 AM EST up reply actions  

Thanks!

And glad y’all appreciate Sean!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:30 AM EST up reply actions  

Always good to hear from the great state of Texas!

Esp. a Pokemon fan — my boys grew up with them, and I loved how they knew everything about them!!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:31 AM EST up reply actions  

Thank you!

Damn I wish we still had Lee.

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 22, 2012 12:31 AM EST up reply actions  

One of my favorite players

Had such energy and emotion. Loved his style of play.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:33 AM EST up reply actions  

It was funny...

Listening to the intro of the WTAJ newscast (CBS affiliate) here in SC. It was pretty much “We do NOT get our PSU news from CBS Sports, we NEVER reported that he died, we ALWAYS verify multiple sources before reporting anything.”

by nickrapak on Jan 22, 2012 12:37 AM EST up reply actions  

At the bar...

Doing shots of Old Grand Dad in honor of Joe.

by eternalpessimist on Jan 22, 2012 12:36 AM EST reply actions  

I'm thinking back to our great linebackers over the last 5-6 years.

Did Dan Conner ever has a knee injury?

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 22, 2012 12:36 AM EST reply actions  

In the pros,

not at PSU.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:38 AM EST up reply actions  

First year in pro had a torn ACL

Never at PSU. Seems to be a solid LB at Carolina these days

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:39 AM EST up reply actions  

Thank ya.

I’m looking forward to watching Navarro tomorrow. And I wonder how DWill is gonna work out in Pittsburgh.

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 22, 2012 12:40 AM EST up reply actions  

Based on his limited contributions in Detroit

and the depth at WR the Steelers have, I think it’ll be tough for him to see the field.

Consider this my official declaration of non-support of child molestation.

by 06Lion on Jan 22, 2012 12:42 AM EST up reply actions  

I met him this year at the Iowa game.

He was signing autographs, I asked him if he was going to suit up for us that day. He laughed, said he would if he could.

My life is violent, but violent is life. Peace is a dream, reality is a knife.

by View from the Booth on Jan 22, 2012 12:44 AM EST up reply actions  

I am too drunk to write any more

I am going to get more drunk.

I will see you guys tomorrow.

...may we compete with fierce intensity, with the gifts that we have been given...

by jesse. on Jan 22, 2012 12:40 AM EST reply actions  

roger,

carry on

In God we trust. Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see them

by PSUMarine78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:42 AM EST up reply actions  

Good night!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:42 AM EST up reply actions  

Peace

Quitter…

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:43 AM EST up reply actions  

Fun fact.

I’ve been in Joe’s office. I may have mentioned it before. But I feel the need to mention it again. The circumstances of the entry are noteworthy, but not necessarily a point of discussion for this thread. Not how I got in, but who let me in. A small world/coincidence thing.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:40 AM EST reply actions  

Come one, don't tease

Spill it MainLion

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:43 AM EST up reply actions  

As long as someone gives a shit.

1999/2000ish. An older sibling, also a PSU alum, was a student in an engineering discipline. He tutored football players on the side, so he had access to Lasch. My folks and I came to visit, and he and one of the players, more of a “reserve” guy, showed us the study area (the carrells stick out), the half-moon video/big screen room, the weight room, and a couple other things. We stopped outside of the door to Joe’s office, but it was locked. Purely by coincidence, the cleaning person, an older gentleman, asked us if we wanted to see the inside. He had to empty the waste baskets. Of course we did. So, he opened the door. When we walked in, to the right was Joe’s desk, as often photographed, then in front of it (I think) a couch, then in front of that, a smaller conference table. Windows, and then to the left, down a small hall, was a kitchenette and I think a shower (he mentioned it), but we did not snoop that far. We wandered for five minutes at most, then left. No pictures, unfortunately, but we weren’t prepared.

Since all of this shit, I wondered whether the guy who let us in was the guy mentioned in certain reports/articles. I don’t recall his age specifically, but I also don’t recall him being terribly old.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:52 AM EST up reply actions  

Thats Awesome

So cool you could get in and see it all in its glory.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:58 AM EST up reply actions  

I was fortunate. My brother introduced me to some players

and also took me some pretty great places. E.g., I watched the 2002 Super Bowl at Bryan Scott’s apartment in Copper Beech. Not the North Atherton one, but the (then) other one. I think there are more now. My main memory was the stunningness of the gals there.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 1:03 AM EST up reply actions  

Nice

Stunningness is a great word, might have to steal that. Such a shame that there are times where words are not in existence to describe the moment. That seems like one.

I meet Matt Millen a few times when I was a youth, went to school with one of his kids for a few years, well he was a grade behind me, but at a small catholic grade school. Seems real laid back and very approcahable. Closest I got to “meeting” a player.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:08 AM EST up reply actions  

I've been in Les Miles' office.

They arrested me and cuffed me just as quick as they found me.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:48 AM EST up reply actions  

How many grand juries did it take to indict you?

Sorry, don’t mean to sound bitter.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:50 AM EST up reply actions   2 recs

I'm mostly a reader and don't comment very often

But I need to say that I love you guys. Joe is my lifelong hero. We all know the amazing things that he’s done… And I’d also like to say that I’m sorry. I’m sorry this all had to happen. He didn’t deserve it and neither did we. I love you, Joe Pa! I love you Penn State!

"Believe deep down in your heart that you're destined to do great things." -Joe Paterno

by TheGunslinger on Jan 22, 2012 12:45 AM EST via mobile reply actions   1 recs

Thanks, GunSlinger!

I fell in love with BSD and its people — it’s like an oasis of sanity in the midst of a mad, mad world.

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 12:47 AM EST up reply actions  

You should comment more often

This is a good group of people, and you seem like a person who would fit in.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:49 AM EST up reply actions  

Rest easy tonight, Joe.

You probably have no idea how many of us are thinking of you and saying a prayer tonight.

’night all.

by CvilleLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:45 AM EST reply actions  

Tried to go drown my sorrows

And found out the party was shut down 10 minutes before I showed up.

Then I slipped in the ice and laughed hysterically while my worried friends watched.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 12:46 AM EST via mobile reply actions  

I may take you up on that.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 12:54 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

If I do join you

I’m holding you personally responsible for making sure I don’t fall on my saw again.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:03 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

sorry, autocorrect.

“saw” should be “ass”. Though if you could also stop me from falling on saws I would be very grateful.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:04 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

lol I will take responsibility for making sure

That you do notend up on your ‘saw’ again. But seriously, I remember entire nights making sure my female friends didn’t fall on the way home from a party to their dorm / aparment. Where were your friends?

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:07 AM EST up reply actions  

A few feet away, staring at me.

Maybe I need better friends.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:10 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

I remember a certain night

Running into a girl who was lost around Prospect Ave. My buddy and I spent 2 hours and a 15 dollar cab ride (a lot as an undergrad!) making sure she got back to her sorority floor ok. I won;t knock on your friends, because I don’t know the situation. All I can do is assure you that there are some guys out there who will help a girl out.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:15 AM EST up reply actions  

That's incredibly, wonderfully sweet.

Seriously, on behalf of college girls everywhere, thank you.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:20 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Looking back, I guess it was

At the time I was more annoyed that it took that much effort to get her home. But I guess you could say JVP had an influence me, and i wanted to be a better man.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:22 AM EST up reply actions  

Joe Paterno.

Inspiring the protection of Penn State’s integrity and random sorority girls.

This is sad, but I don’t think I know any college guys who would go through that much trouble.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:36 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Well it was me and a good friend

So there werre are least two of us. I only graduated in 2010. I have some friends who are still in the area – I’d like to think they still have some morality.

Hopefully they will carry on the tradition of being respectful, but if not let me know and I’ll see if I can bust some skulls.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:40 AM EST up reply actions  

Baby!

LOL!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:44 AM EST up reply actions  

I'll definitely let you know if there are any skulls to busted.

And I’ve been told it isn’t fun to be kicked by my heels. So we can double-team the next guy to laugh at me when I slip.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 2:09 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

lol just let me know

I’ll be back in the area for Thon, and I think it’s just as fun (if not funnier) to make fun on guys who fall.

I’ll gladly team up on them with you.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 2:11 AM EST up reply actions  

thon weekend would be even better.

I’ll be sleep deprived and will need assistance. Plus, nothing can make a great weekend better like skull bashing people who deserve it.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 2:31 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

There had to have been

another party, right?! But most of us have slipped in the ice, so no worries!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:47 AM EST up reply actions  

When I was an undergrad

I had a friend who had an apartment in Cedar brook that overlook the corner of Locust and Beaver right by Canyon. We used to get drunk and laugh at people who fell on the ice coming down the hill on locust lane. I don’t care if that isn’t the most moral thing to do, it was funny to watch girls in 4 inch heels curse when they fell on an ice covered sidewalk.

I guess what I’m trying to say is, sorry to any of the girls I made fun of. But it was still funny to watch.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 12:52 AM EST up reply actions  

As a girl who fell

I completely support your actions. It was indeed funny as hell.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 12:57 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Thanks

When I was posting that I felt kind of bad. You reassured me that what we did was standard PSU behavior.

Still, I have to take this in context. I wish I had tipped my hat to any females, and rushed to help them up when they fell.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:00 AM EST up reply actions  

Yankee!

LOL!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:08 AM EST up reply actions  

As a centrial Pennsylvanian

I’m not sure ‘Yankee’ is a great word to describe me. I think ‘well educated hick’ fits best. But go on as you wish.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:16 AM EST up reply actions  

Seeing as how I'm from Alabama,

anyone who lives north of Virginia is a Yankee. And that’s even stretching it!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:18 AM EST up reply actions  

Damn straight!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:20 AM EST up reply actions  

lol I understand

My friends from the DC area disagree though. The ones from DC and MD call me a hick, while the ones from VA call me a yankee. I don’t think I can win this battle.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:20 AM EST up reply actions  

Hick and Southerner

are not synonyms. There’s lots of hicks from all parts of the country. Not everyone can be a Southern Gentleman (or Belle).

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:23 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

I never claimed to be either

Just thought it was funny that you called me a Yankee. You might be the first person ever to use that specific word to describe me.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:24 AM EST up reply actions  

Well, I'm probably the only one here,

who is a true Southerner. If you were, you would have helped the ladies up! LOL!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:26 AM EST up reply actions  

You got me.

I won’t claim to be a southern gentleman. Just a well educated hick who tried to be a good person. Should I have run downstairs to help those girls up? probably. But I won’t lie and say I did. By the time I got downstairs they prob.would have been gone anyway.

Still, I did my best to act with honor when I things came my way. BTW you can call me a yankee. It doesn’t really bother me. I just thought it was funny because I haven’t been called that before.

Regardless, I still love your opinion Paige.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:30 AM EST up reply actions  

You're right.

I’m just giving you a hard time (TWSS). It’s what I do, just ask anyone!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:37 AM EST up reply actions  

Oh don't worry

I was hoping that was the case. I just can’t get over the humor in hearing myself called a Yankee. In fact, I’d love to hear that continue. It’s kind of amusing. :)

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:41 AM EST up reply actions  

You should hear me speak.

You would really find that amusing. True southern accent!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:43 AM EST up reply actions  

Do tell!

Had a friend who’d say “do tell” often back in the day! lovely reminder.

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:47 AM EST up reply actions  

I've spent over 75% of my life in the South,

in various states. I don’t sound like a redneck, but I have a nice accent.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:48 AM EST up reply actions  

Im in Northern MD.

My coworkers range from MI, to PA, to GA and AL. None of them have accents at all though,no matter where they are from.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:54 AM EST up reply actions  

I lost my accent

when we lived in Virginia Beach when I was a kid, got it back when we moved to Georgia, kept it once I moved to PA. Not ever losing it again!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:04 AM EST up reply actions  

You mean

you resisted the opportunity to talk Pittsburghese?

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 2:05 AM EST up reply actions  

God, yes.

Even got my college roommate from Pittsburgh saying y’all instead of yinz.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:06 AM EST up reply actions  

Gotta go,

good night all!

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 2:07 AM EST up reply actions  

Good night!

Nice talking to you!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:08 AM EST up reply actions  

I tend to pick up

accents. When we lived in Fayetteville, NC while Mark was at Ft Bragg, I worked with a girl who was of German decent and started having a (nasty) accent. Fortunately that didn’t last long.

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:58 AM EST up reply actions  

You should host

a podcast sometime!

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:46 AM EST up reply actions  

I wouldn't even know how.

But I do record my lectures every week.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:48 AM EST up reply actions  

Probably not that bad.

But when I presented at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and my time got cut short ahead of time, I made a joke about not being able to talk very fast and everyone loved it!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:51 AM EST up reply actions  

I never thought about the

incongruence of southern accent/timings and fast talk. Is it possible for a southerner to become an auctioneer?

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:54 AM EST up reply actions  

Maybe some.

But all I heard when I lived in Pittsburgh was how slow I talked! People thought I must be stupid because I talked slower than they did.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:55 AM EST up reply actions  

Absolutely,

southern auctioneers talk fast with words that have more syllables!

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 2:00 AM EST up reply actions   1 recs

You have to pronouce every vowel!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:04 AM EST up reply actions  

Here, Here, Paige!

rec again and again

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:30 AM EST up reply actions  

Is this the real CHPHT

or a Sears CHPHT?

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:32 AM EST up reply actions  

NOT Sears

I’m the Real HePuHuTh. Received my PhT at PSU in 84!!

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:38 AM EST up reply actions  

Just asking if 84

was posin’ again.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:39 AM EST up reply actions  

84 does do that

I was in the shower and he took a turn on my laptop. Thanks for getting things cleared up.

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:43 AM EST up reply actions  

On a rainy day

I watched a girl completely wipe out on her bike on the asphalt by Mifflin Hall. She was turning, and her tires slid out from under her on the slick asphalt. 3 people ran over to check if she was ok. I chuckled and kept walking. I guess I was a dick. But at the time, I hated students on bikes.

I fell flat on my ass due to an ice puddle by Sharkies once.

Consider this my official declaration of non-support of child molestation.

by 06Lion on Jan 22, 2012 12:58 AM EST up reply actions  

I fell so many times I can't count.

Only injured myself twice, but one of them was a slipped disc.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:59 AM EST up reply actions  

A friend invited me to his place.

We’ll see how that goes.

Now that I’ve allowed myself to indulge I’m BSD again I can feel the addiction coming back, though. I kinda don’t want to leave.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 12:56 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

I know what you mean,

I have to wake up in 5 hours and yet can’t log off the computer…

by Deaver78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:57 AM EST up reply actions  

Stay up tonight

and blame BSD in the morning. It’s been a rough night, you deserve to indulge.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:00 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Go and have fun, sis!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 12:59 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm trying!

I want to come home with a cool story to tell you in the morning. So far all I’ve got is “fell on ground. Friends think I’ve lost it. Cop driving by glared at me suspiciously. Laughed at him.”

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:08 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Great Man

Joe Paterno is a great man. Well informed and smart people will always remember the man thousands of Penn Staters fondly refer to as “Joe Pa” for his accomplishments on the field, his integral role in Penn State’s growth into the school it is today, his philanthropy, and all he did for his players. The world will never see another Joe Paterno. Few coaches care more about the people they coach than their record of wins and losses. It just so happened that caring about people translated into enormous success for Joe Paterno. He will forever be a hero of mine and will always make me proud to be named Joe.

by Two Shades of Blue on Jan 22, 2012 12:47 AM EST via iPhone app reply actions   1 recs

Right On.

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world" -- Ludwig Wittgenstein

by SubLime on Jan 22, 2012 12:50 AM EST up reply actions  

Amen to that Shades

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 12:50 AM EST up reply actions  

Yes

Well before he was ever known as JoePa, or the first utterance of “We Are”, we knew we had something special, and so did the the scores of players who made their way to Penn State (before it was colloquially known as Happy Valley outside of…well, Happy Valley). People tend to measure Joe in the here and now, how very different it was in the ’70s. Archaic by comparison.

In God we trust. Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see them

by PSUMarine78 on Jan 22, 2012 12:57 AM EST up reply actions  

Night, all!

Keep praying — for Joe and his family, for Penn State, for us, and for yourselves. God loves you!

"Make haste to reassure us, I beg you, and tell us that our fellow citizens understand us, support us, and protect us as we ourselves are protecting the glory of the Empire.

"If it should be otherwise, if we should have to leave our bleached bones on these desert sands in vain, then beware the fury of the Legions."

by PSU_Lions_84 on Jan 22, 2012 1:00 AM EST reply actions   1 recs

Peace

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:01 AM EST up reply actions  

Later!

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 1:04 AM EST up reply actions  

Good night!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:08 AM EST up reply actions  

I've been chatting above

with some wonderful people, but must leave now.

May God wrap His arms around all of you. And how wonderful it was that your university was blessed with Joe for such an astounding number of years, with such a phenomenal record of success. Be grateful…and be patient with the new coaches…Life and football go on. Love you.

They're 18 to 22...how perfect were you at that age?
The Power of Red begins with the Passion of Walk-Ons.

by redvalley on Jan 22, 2012 1:04 AM EST reply actions  

Thanks, RV!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:09 AM EST up reply actions  

Love you redvalley

Peace out and God Bless and all of that whatnot.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:09 AM EST up reply actions  

Night Ya'll

Check on ya’s in the am

by Deaver78 on Jan 22, 2012 1:09 AM EST reply actions  

Good night!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:09 AM EST up reply actions  

I think it's time for Roll Call.

Who’s still here?

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:10 AM EST reply actions  

I am

For a little bit atleast

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:12 AM EST up reply actions  

Kinda here.

Drunk, trying to practice my Illustrator skills by making a “Joe Knows Trolling” design with a silhouette of his head.

"This is being a Penn State fan. We’ll prove it, or we won’t. It’s not about proving it to them, it’s about proving to ourselves."

by mvrck on Jan 22, 2012 1:13 AM EST up reply actions  

Wouldn't that be better to try sober?

I’m actually surprised I haven’t started my drunk DJ mojo. Speaking of which…

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:14 AM EST up reply actions  

Yes.

Yes it would. I’m fucking awful with a tablet as it is sober.

"This is being a Penn State fan. We’ll prove it, or we won’t. It’s not about proving it to them, it’s about proving to ourselves."

by mvrck on Jan 22, 2012 1:16 AM EST up reply actions  

Haq

I have a picture of the stadium all snowed in from tonight. Would love to photoshop a We are…Penn State or a more apropirate we love JoePa, and a snow angel. But my computer skills are lacking.

halfd abottle of vodak doesn’t really ejlp ,much either.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:14 AM EST up reply actions  

Email it over and I'll see what I can do.

"This is being a Penn State fan. We’ll prove it, or we won’t. It’s not about proving it to them, it’s about proving to ourselves."

by mvrck on Jan 22, 2012 1:16 AM EST up reply actions  

Addreess?

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:17 AM EST up reply actions  

jaedynblack@gmail.com

"This is being a Penn State fan. We’ll prove it, or we won’t. It’s not about proving it to them, it’s about proving to ourselves."

by mvrck on Jan 22, 2012 1:17 AM EST up reply actions  

Just sent it to you.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:22 AM EST up reply actions  

Me

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:13 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

But you're not supposed to be!

Go to your friend’s house/apt! LOL!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:15 AM EST up reply actions  

Dealing with him is hard.

You know what’s easy? Messing around on the internet.

Plus, I’ve got no ride and it takes 40 minutes to get a cab on the weekend.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:22 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Then stay at home.

You don’t need a pain in the ass on top of everything else tonight.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:24 AM EST up reply actions  

She already has

one PITA from falling on her saw.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:25 AM EST up reply actions  

True,

one is definitely enough!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:27 AM EST up reply actions  

Paige,

as to an earlier post: I’m southern born and breed (NC). MR. Comfort swept me off my feet and took me to northern parts for a spell. We have returned to my home area.

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:33 AM EST up reply actions  

Good for you!

Obviously a good influence. What part of NC?

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:39 AM EST up reply actions  

Um, Paige

(maybe you should eat a bite of food.) I live with my adorable lion, PSU_Lion_84 who works at Duke U. ;)

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:41 AM EST up reply actions  

I meant originally.

Or are you back in your hometown?

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:44 AM EST up reply actions  

Home =)

3/4 mile from my parents house. My house, next is my oldest brother’s house, next to his house is my youngest brother’s house

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:49 AM EST up reply actions  

Sounds like

a separatist compound!

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:50 AM EST up reply actions  

Compound?

How to respond? Only Mark fells that way. Actually there are weeks, even months that pass and we might not even see each other . . . unless in vehicles

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:53 AM EST up reply actions  

Got it!

Then I know roughly where you’re from! My parents live in Fuquay-Varina.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:52 AM EST up reply actions  

South of Greensboro, NC

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:54 AM EST up reply actions  

I mostly know that part of NC

from driving through on my way to Raleigh.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:59 AM EST up reply actions  

Mrs.Comfort.

I’m trying to find a southern lady for myself right now. I’d say ‘84 did all right by himself from what you’ve posted so far.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:43 AM EST up reply actions  

Since you just graduated in 2010,

I’m sure I have a lot of students who would be good to introduce you to!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:45 AM EST up reply actions  

PPFCPP,

Where do you live? Am I correct in reading from Paige that you are a PSU 2010 graduate?

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:51 AM EST up reply actions  

Correct.

I graduated in Dec. 2010. I have, since then, moved to MD (Baltimore / DC suburbs). Still a faithful PSU guy, but I’d love to move more south if my job will allow it (NC, SC or TN are at the top of my list).

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:53 AM EST up reply actions  

Don't move to Columbia, SC

or Memphis, TN. Other than that, I can agree with your choices.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:54 AM EST up reply actions  

If you don't mind me asking

Why not columbia? That’s on my list along with Knoxville, Charlottd, and Augusta GA based on what my options appear to be.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:56 AM EST up reply actions  

I lived there for a year

and 8 months and hated it. Didn’t really meet anyone while I was there, it was oppressively hot even for the South, and I hated my job. So part of that could just be me projecting my misery on the town.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:01 AM EST up reply actions  

Understandable

I have some freinds in the area who said columbia is a good place to look. I’ll keepthis in mind.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 2:03 AM EST up reply actions  

Charleston is much better.

And there’s a nuclear power plant nearby.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:05 AM EST up reply actions  

I have to disagree.

I loved my four years in Columbia.

by Uhaul on Jan 22, 2012 11:03 AM EST up reply actions  

We lived in Metro DC

for about 8 years. First in MD then in Manassas. What kind of work are you seeking?

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:56 AM EST up reply actions  

I'm in nuclear engineering

and happy with my current company. I’m looking fora possible internal transfer within the next year or to. I’d prefer not to look fora completely new job, but who knows what will happen over a couple years.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:57 AM EST up reply actions  

and for the record, I'm a solid hour north of DC

If anyone really cares, you can probably figure our where I work based on that. Not too many companies here.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:58 AM EST up reply actions  

NE,

oh wow, don’t think we have anything here in NC. Had a guy at church a few years back with his masters who couldn’t find a job, went back to school, got married and went where his wife was employed.

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 2:05 AM EST up reply actions  

PPFCPP, thank you kind sir!

Mind you, just because he is 53 doesn’t mean I’m that old. lol ;)

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, 'I used everything you gave me'.
Erma Bombeck

by ComfortHePuHuTh on Jan 22, 2012 1:45 AM EST up reply actions  

Two.

I went down again on my way to the car.

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:42 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

If you carry that saw

with the teeth down, you get better traction.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:43 AM EST up reply actions  

back on BSD for a few hours

And I’ve already given everyone ammo. I’ll take very good care of my saw from now on, I promise!

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 2:33 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

the thing is, I'm not into dealing with emotions.

So I try to use sports or alcohol instead. The knicks already lost tonight and there’s nothing in the apartment, so…

"I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for this university." "Oh, I haven't done enough." - Joe Paterno.

by dwf5095 on Jan 22, 2012 1:44 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

You can only lurk

if doing it behind a bush…

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:16 AM EST up reply actions  

It's been many, many, years

since I did it behind a bush.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:17 AM EST up reply actions  

Never too late.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:19 AM EST up reply actions  

I'll suggest that to the better half

and see what the response is. I can probably guess the answer, though.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:20 AM EST up reply actions  

Can always get fake plants

And put them around your bed, and pretend your doing it in the wooods.

Sorry, lame but best I can do while drunj.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:24 AM EST up reply actions  

Doing it in the woods

is easy, we live a quarter mile deep in the woods! Behind a bush is trickier, I may try the fake bushes just to confirm her opinion that I’m out of my mind.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:29 AM EST up reply actions  

BSD After Dark!

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 1:31 AM EST up reply actions  

Ha! That far back in the woods

and you don’t have to wait for dark!

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:33 AM EST up reply actions  

Wait,

you’re supposed to wait for me to start BSD After Dark!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:34 AM EST up reply actions  

Yes

Yes we do.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:34 AM EST up reply actions  

Things get
A little blue…

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:36 AM EST up reply actions  

What?!

The fun is just beginning! LOL!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:41 AM EST up reply actions  

Welcome to the club!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:40 AM EST up reply actions  

HAHA

Do it. set it up in yo9u rbedroom without any explaination, be like “justg go with it.”

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:31 AM EST up reply actions  

It's all fun and games until she shows up with hedge shears.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 1:33 AM EST up reply actions  

Damn that is funny

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:33 AM EST up reply actions  

That just made me laugh

so much!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:35 AM EST up reply actions  

Actually, I'm not scared

of the shears. Loppers, however…

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 1:35 AM EST up reply actions  

Woo hoo!

Maybe I won’t be the last one on the thread!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:16 AM EST up reply actions  

Here-ish

You know how people have been complaining about how American adults like to binge drink? Yeah… that’s all on me.

Unrepentant Joe Paterno Apologist®

by leeharvey418 on Jan 22, 2012 1:18 AM EST up reply actions  

I think I've contributed

to my share of the blame!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:21 AM EST up reply actions  

Hit or miss.

Mrs. ML and I got Chipotle tonight. I opted for hot sauce and peppers and onions. Peppers and Onions 1, Me 0.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 1:19 AM EST up reply actions  

Candyass.

Unrepentant Joe Paterno Apologist®

by leeharvey418 on Jan 22, 2012 1:20 AM EST up reply actions  

I just finished beer 7!

But still over a 6 hour period now. I need to drink faster.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:20 AM EST up reply actions  

Yeha you do

So your basically sober, as per the 1 beer going through liver per hour rule. or something like that.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:25 AM EST up reply actions  

Except that I haven't eaten anything

in at least 8 or 9 hours.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:35 AM EST up reply actions  

I see the problem there.

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:36 AM EST up reply actions  

As a central Penn hick (not a Yankee ;))

You should probably at least eat a piece of toast. We want you to be around commenting all night.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 1:37 AM EST up reply actions  

Awww, thanks!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:42 AM EST up reply actions  

Well I know I had to much to drink

I think I just read a nice piece on Joe on pennlive. I’m out cause I think I’m hallucinating

by PSU_sincebirth on Jan 22, 2012 1:38 AM EST reply actions  

Peace Out

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:38 AM EST up reply actions  

Okay, loseing my buzz here

So must get some sleep.

Love all you BSD’ers. Without your help tonight would ahve been ridiculously hard, instead it was just hard to get through.

We Are, and always will be Penn State!!!

Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose - Janis Joplin

by AriesGD on Jan 22, 2012 1:41 AM EST reply actions  

Good night!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:42 AM EST up reply actions  

So profoundly sad

What people outside of the Penn State family don’t get is that Joe Paterno is more than just a legendary football coach. He is a great man that has had a positive impact on countless lives. Everyone has there shortcomings but Joe is all that is good about sport and the human spirit. JoePa, we love you so much and “You are PENN STATE!” We will never forget that!

by SpecialAgentJohnnyUtah on Jan 22, 2012 1:44 AM EST reply actions  

Good night!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 1:46 AM EST up reply actions  

Support

The comments I have read from fans from rival schools have been amazing. Even Ohio St. fans have been supportive and well wishing. Thank you all for realizing that there will never be another like Joe Paterno

by SpecialAgentJohnnyUtah on Jan 22, 2012 1:58 AM EST reply actions  

My prayers are with your community from Chicago and Evanston

I’ve always admired Paterno for his high graduation rates and how he did mostly everything (pre-sandusky) right. He’s a good man who fought on the field honorably and was loyal to his institution. Godspeed Joe!

by LincolnParkWildcat on Jan 22, 2012 2:08 AM EST reply actions  

Thanks,

except for the pre-Sandusky comment thrown in there.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:09 AM EST up reply actions  

Sorry

touchy subject. I should’ve left that out.

by LincolnParkWildcat on Jan 22, 2012 2:11 AM EST up reply actions  

Yes you should have,

but thank you for the apology and the kind words.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:12 AM EST up reply actions  

Yeah

Every damn article about his current condition ends with that. Seems like if you are reporting that he is about to die you wouldn’t finish with “and was shamed..” I should have learned from y’all but do not read the comments on ESPN.com. Sick ****s!

by SpecialAgentJohnnyUtah on Jan 22, 2012 2:13 AM EST up reply actions  

I've said this before

Ignore comments everywhere. They are the lowest of the low.

by ppfcpp on Jan 22, 2012 2:14 AM EST up reply actions  

Sometimes I find myself doing that,

then it really pisses me off. I keep saying I should learn my lesson. But then again, I keep saying that about men, too.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:15 AM EST up reply actions  

Sounds about right.

Par for BSD After Dark. Since I’m on central time, I’m usually up later than the east coasters!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:20 AM EST up reply actions  

Early morning hours

are the best time to work and lurk. No phone calls, no interruptions.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 2:22 AM EST up reply actions  

Not for me.

I usually don’t go into the office until 9 or 10. Of course, I usually teach until 8 on the nights that I have class, so that’s got something to do with it.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:24 AM EST up reply actions  

I tend to work until 4 or 5 AM

then catch 4 or 5 hours of sleep, then get back in the saddle again.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 2:26 AM EST up reply actions  

I've gotten to where I need more sleep than that!

I have to get at least 7 hours, it seems. I’m getting old!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:29 AM EST up reply actions  

Supposedly you need less

sleep as you get older. I’m testing that notion. If I get 4 or 5 good hours in one shot and a couple of half hour naps during the rest of the day, I can carry on. Of course, drinking Dew all day long probably helps…

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 2:34 AM EST up reply actions  

I think that just counts when you get really old!

I can’t go on as little sleep as I could even just a few years ago. But I can’t nap during the day, either.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:39 AM EST up reply actions  

The gradual decline

If the changes in eyesight, hearing, and memory that I have experienced from 46 to 52 don’t slow down, I’ll just sit in the corner and drool when I reach 60!

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 2:42 AM EST up reply actions  

Well, I'm 37.

Wow! Almost said 38, but that’s not for another few months! Haven’t really experienced the decline in eyesight and hearing, but my memory isn’t what it used to be (that could be alcohol related, though). The needing more sleep is what I’ve noticed more than anything.

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:45 AM EST up reply actions  

I had a client that told me

(when I was still 38) that the body starts falling apart at 40. Of course I laughed it off then. But after playing soccer and volleyball for ~25 years without significant injury, I finally blew out a knee at 41. Go figure.

Alea iacta est...

by PSUGuru on Jan 22, 2012 2:52 AM EST up reply actions  

comments on espn.com are like the scribbling on a bathroom wall in school

there’s no accountability there. Here, there is because of the SBN community

by LincolnParkWildcat on Jan 22, 2012 2:14 AM EST up reply actions  

Yup.

Don’t know why I figured everyone would show respect. Would love for someone to try to say those things in front of one of us.

by SpecialAgentJohnnyUtah on Jan 22, 2012 2:19 AM EST up reply actions  

Alright, y'all.

I’m too lazy to make something to eat, so I think I’m just going to go to bed. Glad today ended the way it did. Nice talking to you all!

"Paige your Auburn opinions dont count unless its with regard to making fun of Roof!" - skarocksoi

by Paige2PSU on Jan 22, 2012 2:51 AM EST reply actions  

It’s good to hear he’s still alive.

I hope he can recover.

"The same things win today that have always won, and they will win years from now. The only difference is the losers have a whole new bunch of excuses why they don’t win or can’t win."-Bear Bryant

(12-4)+2=12 hoping for a +1

Robot Chicken Star Wars should be canon.

by the thin red line on Jan 22, 2012 6:08 AM EST reply actions  

No News on the Night watch

and at this point that is good news right?

All of our comments are irrelevant - LetsGoPSU

by jaytay13 on Jan 22, 2012 9:15 AM EST reply actions  

Morning!

Hey, you guys remember the time that Onward State tweeted that Joe died yesterday?

Wasn't that HILARIOUS?

I’m still fuming about their (and CBS’) irresponsible actions. Complete nonsense.

365 beers from 365 different breweries in 365 days. Game on.
http://www.blognamedbrew.blogspot.com/

by Tailgate Shogun on Jan 22, 2012 9:56 AM EST reply actions  

I was ripped on Boilo last night and heard Joe died, then still alive, then dead

I think puked around 6am and he was officially dead.

Crappy day so far….RIP Joe

May no act.................

by SweepTheLeg on Jan 22, 2012 11:43 AM EST up reply actions  

Thank you all for this thread.

And the previous. We mourned, we laughed, and we went to bed hopeful. It did not end as we had hoped, but in a way, it ended as Joe would have liked. The media looking stupid, his loving fans not knowing the pain, and his family by his side. God bless, Joe.

"Is that a shot at me? 'cause that makes me want to read it all the less."

by MainLion on Jan 22, 2012 12:04 PM EST reply actions  

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