Ok gamers. Amazon just delivered my copy. After I get used to,it my son who lives in LA & I can play together through online. Nice way for me to stay in touch with him.

What is the general consensus for the new Star Trek movies?

I really think most of the actors have nailed their respective roles while still developing a personal take on an old character.

My favorite is Karl Urban as Bones. When I first heard he was going to play Dr. McCoy I was worried. But he nailed it.

What does anyone else think?

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... are undefeated. Or so I heard on the radio this morning. Performing due diligence prior to posting, I found it's actually a combined record of 15-1, but I did uncover some amusing facts:

- Seattle has gone 7-1, losing only to Miami since legalization. Come on, is there any bigger of a buzzkill than having to travel the width of the country, in a pressurized cabin, and than have to play a game in the Florida heat? They get a pass on that one. They are an impressive 4-0 at...

With the tragic school shooting in Connecticut on Friday, the hot-button issue is gun control or the lack thereof, but it's an issue I could care less about. In fact, this is the last time I'm going to use the word "gun" or mention firearms in this blog.

Also, I am not pointing to a lack of moral or compassionate populace in America. There are many, many thoughtful and compassionate people in America of all ages and all demographics. We live with them, work with them, worship...