Going Out Of Business Sale!

I know the furniture industry has been hit hard by the new economic landscape, but I’ve gotta wonder about some places. For instance, on Old Wake Forest Road, the High Point Furniture Connection has hit on tough times. While some stores meet their maker with merciful speed, the High Point Furniture Connection has managed to drag its demise out seemingly forever. Why, I can remember three years ago when it began its “final days,” and it has yet to give up the ghost.

I admire its tenacity. And yet, I feel for the poor employees who are left wondering just when the doors will close for good.
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U.S. Mens Basketball Gets Crushed

The U.S. Mens basketball team got spanked by Puerto Rico this weekend, 92-73. While I’m not surprised we lost – I’ve been saying we were in trouble all along – I am amazed at the margin of defeat. Incredible.

Somewhere along the line, the “team” in “basketball team” got replaced by “individual.” The pro game has all the seriousness of professional wrestling, only without the flair.

With any luck, this will help change the league. I have my doubts.