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Showing posts with label Spring. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Spring. Show all posts
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Ready for Sweet Summertime
Is it just me, or has winter overstayed its welcome? I love Winter... I truly do! I love snow, hot chocolate, stocking hats, warm mittens, and crackling fires...
But this girl is so ready for some summertime! There's something so pure and innocent about the Spring season that serves as a segway into the sun-beaming months of summer. Fresh starts, sun-kissed skin, and bright colors.
What is your favorite part about the warm seasons? They are right around the corner... I hope!
Monday, January 7, 2013
Showalter's Possible Extension Brings Some Relief
A big baseball fan, I couldn't help but write a post that updates all you fans of America's pastime. True, I am a Yankees fan at heart, but being a Maryland native means the Orioles have always been big business; especially come the spring season when bats are brought out of the closet and seams are being swirled through cracked fingertips yet again.
After one of the most successful years since 1989, the O's could welcome Manager Buck Showalter back to the diamond for three more years. A previous contract totaling $1.5 million may have set him in the middle of the pack when it came to ranked-income MLB managers, but one can't ignore the numbers on the scoreboard instead of those in the bank. Ranked second in the American League East Division, only second to the Yankees, the birds snatched the 2012 wild-card win and found themselves in the running for the world series for the first time since '97.
As a manager, Showalter's style and success is hard to come by. Nearly closing in on his third AL Manager of the Year award in 2012 (losing only by 8 points to Oakland A's manager, Al Melvin) Showalter has built a base for more great seasons to follow- Returning young infielder Manny Machado and starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez. The Orioles roster is also still looking for another possible outfielder or pitcher with a reputable batting average.
Aside from being a knowledgeable man with impeccable guidance for his own team, Showalter has a side to him that makes him near-lovable by players and fans alike. Too many a time, we've seen men grow vulnerable and criticized by the public should they wear an eternal smile or show emotion to their counterparts, especially in the world of sports. Showalter dares to keep high-spirits and good comradery among teammates while also remaining a fierce competitor and fearless leader.
Short Stop JJ Hardy once stated, "I think the thing with Buck is he manages the team well. [He's] very personable with everybody, easy to talk to. He keeps it loose."
I remember reading this quote in a story by Brittany Ghiroli that captured the manager stating, "You always learn from things -- some of it positive some negatively." Showalter was responding to a question surrounding a possible change in his managerial style from previous games. He continued..."But if it were that easy, everybody would be doing it. Every situation calls for a different approach, and I pride myself on being flexible with the needs of each club and each organization. You adjust to them; you don't ask them to adjust to you."
While the agreement to extend his contract isn't final, a yay-or-nay could be confirmed by the end of this week- no later than FanFest occurring Jan. 19th. If it were up to me, I'd recommend confirming yay- unfinished business could lead to complete success for this up-and-coming Baltimore power-house leader. Could it mean tighter tension between my Yankees and those Baltimore roots? We'll just have to wait and see.
Sources-
After one of the most successful years since 1989, the O's could welcome Manager Buck Showalter back to the diamond for three more years. A previous contract totaling $1.5 million may have set him in the middle of the pack when it came to ranked-income MLB managers, but one can't ignore the numbers on the scoreboard instead of those in the bank. Ranked second in the American League East Division, only second to the Yankees, the birds snatched the 2012 wild-card win and found themselves in the running for the world series for the first time since '97.
As a manager, Showalter's style and success is hard to come by. Nearly closing in on his third AL Manager of the Year award in 2012 (losing only by 8 points to Oakland A's manager, Al Melvin) Showalter has built a base for more great seasons to follow- Returning young infielder Manny Machado and starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez. The Orioles roster is also still looking for another possible outfielder or pitcher with a reputable batting average.
Aside from being a knowledgeable man with impeccable guidance for his own team, Showalter has a side to him that makes him near-lovable by players and fans alike. Too many a time, we've seen men grow vulnerable and criticized by the public should they wear an eternal smile or show emotion to their counterparts, especially in the world of sports. Showalter dares to keep high-spirits and good comradery among teammates while also remaining a fierce competitor and fearless leader.
Short Stop JJ Hardy once stated, "I think the thing with Buck is he manages the team well. [He's] very personable with everybody, easy to talk to. He keeps it loose."
I remember reading this quote in a story by Brittany Ghiroli that captured the manager stating, "You always learn from things -- some of it positive some negatively." Showalter was responding to a question surrounding a possible change in his managerial style from previous games. He continued..."But if it were that easy, everybody would be doing it. Every situation calls for a different approach, and I pride myself on being flexible with the needs of each club and each organization. You adjust to them; you don't ask them to adjust to you."
While the agreement to extend his contract isn't final, a yay-or-nay could be confirmed by the end of this week- no later than FanFest occurring Jan. 19th. If it were up to me, I'd recommend confirming yay- unfinished business could lead to complete success for this up-and-coming Baltimore power-house leader. Could it mean tighter tension between my Yankees and those Baltimore roots? We'll just have to wait and see.
Sources-
Baltimore Orioles Manager Buck Showalter Finished Second in Close AL Manager of the Year Race, Nov14, 2012-Josh Michael: Story
ESPN GO
Showalter extension may add three years to his Orioles deal, Jan4, 2013-Jon Heyman. Baseball Insider
O's skipper Showalter a perfect fit in Baltimore, Oct12,2012- Brittany Ghiroli.Story
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Indoor Workouts
As I mentioned before, Spring has taken a vacay, and Winter has taken its place. Don't get my wrong, I love the Winter season, but not in April when I've already rearranged my closet and the bikini rack has already been utilized several times! Dear mother nature, I don't know who hit the rewind button, but I'm ready to get back to our normally scheduled program, pwease!
Because the temps have been a little less than chilly, I've been finding ways to exercise indoors. Thankfully, I was advised to checkout The Workout Trainer app from Skimble (iPhone) which has been my abs and arms savior these past few days. I mean, seriously, this thing can whip your tail!
I've found the "Abs and Stretch" workout that lasts only 12:30mins can be just what the doctor ordered for a thorough ab workout. If you listen to the trainers (For free, you get a creepy robotic chick. Work past that.) You can get a crucial ab workout in! I paired two workouts from the device with a brisk, thirty minute uphill walk on the treadmill (Breaking after 10 minute intervals to do abs and stretch workout)
Battling yet another back attack, looks like I will be laying off the very long runs, (Unfortunate, because This Chica and I will be competing in this baby come September!) but come any day without a windchill, I look forward to at least a light jog in the sunshine. Until then, technology can take the front seat as I drive through another workout. Skimble called Shotgun, No Blitz!
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Baby It's Cold Outside...
Woke up this morning to a bright and sunny sky (Finally, a break in the rain clouds!) But the winds and chilly temps had me settled behind the windows and grabbing for another cup of coffee. I find it quite odd that February was warmer than April. I mean, there was snow on my car yesterday morning... Odd. Oh, So Odd...
So join me in my quest today to find the Spring that is nestled beneath our cold toes this morning...
Hope it's warming up where you are! Have a great Tuesday!
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