Episode 02-14-2014 – What am I to do?

Our friend T-Mobile found himself in a bind this past Friday. As we all know, February 14^th is Valentine’s Day it just happens to fall on a Friday this year which happens to be T-Mobiles poker night. Granted, he’s been playing poker on Friday nights for the last 15 years with family and friend but playing on Valentine’s Day really put into a tail spin. He went on a buying spree, Flowers, a 10 foot tall Teddy Bear, Carry-out India food for the family, and even had a Cheese Cake.

He told us, sleeping in the car is not that bad as long as you have extra blankets. But he won at poker!

Bathroom Snippets

Ever find yourself walking into a public restroom and hearing the end of a conversation? Well you’re not alone…here’s a few “snippet’s” to get you going.

“ I only shaved half ”

“ It’s not long enough ”

“ I hate this finance shit ”

I’m sure there will be more to come…stay tuned!

LUNCH GANG SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

The Lunch Gangs very own OM (aka Jeff Miller) has been selected to run in the 2014 Boston Marathon. But it’s more than participating in a sporting event that has everyone excited, read more!

http://www.crowdrise.com/cfkwc2014bostonmarathon/fundraiser/jeffmiller2

So get out there and give to this very worthy cause.

Episode 01-21-2014 - Where in the world is OM?

Episode 01-16-2014 – Keep your Aloe to yourself

Whenever Bago is having lunch with us you never know what is going to come out of his mouth. It could be answers to a puzzling trivial question; or a geographical finding; or even local facts on Telegraph road. Today was another Bagoism. Apparently, Bago has been growing Aloe plants and will be sharing with a couple of Lunch Gang members. For those of you who don’t know what an Aloe plant is read below.

Over 500 species are accepted in the genus Aloe, plus even more synonyms and unresolved species, subspecies, varieties, and hybrids. Some of the accepted species are: Aloe barberae, Aloe haemanthifolia, and the Aloe namibensis. But the one that is most fascinating on the list is the Aloe Bagowhackthemosis grown here locally by the Lunch Gang’s very own Bago.

Episode 1-14-2014 – Lions hire new head coach

Here is what is being said amongst the Lunch Gang on the new hire:

ManCave: Pro Football Talk just posted it…Lions hire Caldwell.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/01/14/lions-hire-jim-caldwell-as-head-coach/

T-Mobile: Horrible choice – nuff said 

OM: Yep. Just got the ESPN text

Mansel: Let me be the first to say: FIRE CALDWELL!!!!

Professor: Not sure I like this choice. They might as well have kept Schwartz at this point. They really need someone that can take advantage of the offensive talents. He’ll be gone in 3-4 years.

OM: Damn.. just read the blog posts on the link.. very telling

ManCave: The Ravens fans are thanking us for taking him.  So are the Bears and Packers fans.

With that said….here are some positives?

http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/01/02/five-reasons-jim-caldwell-should-be-the-new-coach-of-the-lions-blog/

Coach: Nothing to say about this.

Professor: 76 days until Tigers Opening Day Game!

ManCave: This comment is good and true:  “…Damn you Tony Dungy and your crusade for this imbecile.”

OM: The Lions bus just got emptier.. and I think it needs a new transmission because it seems to be going in reverse.

Mansel: That’s a lot to fit on a sign…but I bet we can do it.

Professor: You can dislike the Coach and dislike the decision, but for God’s sake leave the Lions bus out of the discussion. It has been going since 1957!

OM: Maybe that is the problem.. Need a new bus.

Coach: The only reason the bus is still going is because it’s been headed downhill since 1957.

Mansel: I think this bus will do just fine. I’d rather waste my money here than inside Ford Field.

http://www.mlive.com/entertainment/detroit/index.ssf/2013/11/the_booty_lounge_a_mobile_exot.html

Professor: 

T-Mobile: And the bus didn’t make it there yet?  That is a long way to HE!!

Coach: Info…

The following teams have never won a Super bowl. The ones with an asterisk haven't been to even a Super bowl. 
Cincinnati Bengals
Philadelphia Eagles
Minnesota Vikings
Buffalo Bills
San Diego Chargers
Atlanta Falcons
Tennessee Titans
Carolina Panthers
Seattle Seahawks
Arizona Cardinals
Cleveland Browns*
Jacksonville Jaguars*
Detroit Lions* 
Houston Texans*

T-Mobile: All teams with asterisk were looking for head coach yesterday ---- one of the teams just got a coach that could easily keep them in the asterisk category!!

Mansel: Prophetic comment from the booty bus article on 11/24:

Sounds like another clean, safe place to visit in Detroit. If this bus really does better when the Lions aren't winning they should get ready for a profitable last month. The Lions are about ready to collapse.

ManCave: And for the record….as offensive coordinator this year…

“…Under Caldwell this season, the Ravens were 29th in total offense (307.4 yards a game) and 25th in scoring (20 points a game). Quarterback Joe Flacco, who Caldwell was brought in to mentor, threw more interceptions (22) than touchdowns (19) this season…”

Coach: So what you’re saying is we are going from the frying pan to the fire. Heaven help us.

Nestordamus: This guy’s resume is as good as Whisenhunt’s who yesterday was going to be the second coming of Belichek or Harbaugh until he went to the Titans. Coldwell came to Baltimore last season and was the OC for the team that only won the Super Bowl!!!! Give him a chance –  they haven’t played a single game yet !

ManCave: Nestor.  The Voice Of Lions Reason.  

Coach: If Nestor is the voice of reason, let me be the voice of history (at least with internet help)…

The following teams have never won a Super bowl. The ones with an asterisk haven't been to even a Super bowl. 
Cincinnati Bengals 
Established 1968

Philadelphia Eagles 
Established 1933

Minnesota Vikings 
Established 1961

Buffalo Bills 
Established 1960

San Diego Chargers 
Established 1960

Atlanta Falcons 
Established 1966

Tennessee Titans 
Established 1960

Carolina Panthers 
Established October 26, 1993

Seattle Seahawks 
Established 1976

Arizona Cardinals 
Established 1898; 116 years ago

Cleveland Browns* 
Established 1946

Jacksonville Jaguars* 
Established November 30, 1993

Detroit Lions* 
Established 1929

The Lions are oldest franchise in NFL history to have never been to the Super Bowl.

Houston Texans*  

The Texans joined the NFL in 2002 as an expansion team after Houston's previous franchise, the Houston Oilers, moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where they are now the Tennessee Titans.

OM: I think Nestordamus is also the bus driver…

Episode 01-08-2014 – The Event Planner

This is a public announcement with regards to a change in roles with the Lunch Gang. After planning and coordinating the new Friday Lunch schedule, T-Mobile is promoted to the “new” event coordinator position within the Lunch Gang. It was a unanimous vote by all member of the LG. After receiving this honor, T-Mobile suggests he and longtime childhood acquaintance Mansel pose for a picture (see below). 

Event Planner Job Description

SUMMARY

Responsible for coordinating events, including planning Friday lunches, special events, travel arrangements and ensuring each event runs smoothly.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate details of events such as lunches, tea time, charity events, Keg parties, trade shows (aka Auto Show), LG meetings, member appreciation events and virtual events.
• Calculate budgets and ensure they are adhered to.
• Select (steal) cakes for all to enjoy.
• Let everyone know there is extra food at the bait piles.
• Develop and oversee fundraising events.
• Keep membership up-to-date on latest cellphone plans.
• Secure trinkets for all members of LG at events attending.
• Coordinate event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support and pre- and post-event evaluations.
• Send out invitations and manage RSVP list.
• Coordinate and monitor event timelines and ensure deadlines are met.
• Knowing where the Rouge River is.
• Making sure animal crackers never run out.