The Rundown 11/21/10

Sometimes it takes a smack or two in the face or a punch in the gut to realize what's really going on. Anybody know what I'm talking about?

You're most awake when you're most aware of how close the danger is, and that's a good thing. Recently I'd been in this mundane daily routine when all of a sudden the hard knocks of life came knocking, and I knew the next step was to knock on God's door.

What is my mission and where do I take it next? These are some good questions to ask every now and then. Every warrior has a battleplan, and the training routine that goes with it. Flipping the routine every now and then is advisable as I have just been reminded. As far as the long-range mission, I may not see the entire map laid out, but as long as I see that little section unfolded just for today I know that he will direct my paths.

-Nick B. 11/21/10

News To Watch This Week:
-Big state political announcement happening tomorrow down in Montgomery. Republicans mopped the floor with the Democrats in the recent election, and the takeover may not be over yet. You'll see it everywhere in Alabama tomorrow, I prefer you see it on WHNT News 19.

-Lame Duck Session Of Congress Begins- If the Democrats are smart, they'll listen to the will of the people and not try to ramrod something through before the new Congress comes in in January. But don't put it past them. You may never have heard of the DREAM bill and how it relates to illegal immigration. Google and research it because this may come up before the current congress breaks for Christmas.

Sports to Watch:
-The Iron Bowl. Armageddon in the state of Alabama. Auburn has been on a dream ride for the entire autumn, but I think the weak "D" will finally be exposed. Ingram & Richardson could have big days and will control the clock. Cam Newton is facing the best defense he's seen all year, and the open creases may not be plentiful. Newton is the best player in this game, but I think Alabama just has a few more players in what should be a very good game. The Tide beats the Tigers 35-27.

-Big 10 Title-Coming down to the final weekend. Ohio State whips Michigan in The Game. Michigan State falls in Happy Valley to Penn State, and Wisconsin takes care of Northwestern. Badgers win the title and the Rose Bowl bid due to their win over the Buckeyes in October. The Big 10 is back and will be even better next year with Nebraska.

Odds & Ends:
-It's Thanksgiving week. It's a question of whether I can outeat my brother in the portions of turkey and pumpkin pie. Also, I turn 30. Have a good week everybody!