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SummerSlam 2024 Review: "so much to digest and so much to anticipate"

SummerSlam was what I think we all expected it to be - DRAMA! Sure, there was good bell-to-bell action on the card, but overall, at the close of the night, we all were left with so much to digest and so much to anticipate regarding what comes next!  I enjoyed SummerSlam (2024), I really, really did. I strongly believe my enjoyment factor is skewed just a bit now that my son is overly into pro wrestling. With that aside, the WWE is putting together the kind of storytelling that is compelling, and for the few that miss, the characters are strong enough to move through it and onward.  Also, I've become a fan of the less is more concept on these PLEs. This card had seven matches, which feels like a lot in the world of the WWE these days, but there is something to be noted about the opportunity to let things breathe, play out, and be given time. With all of this storytelling, returns, doublecrosses, easter eggs, and so much more - it's so imperative.  Nonetheless, you don't need
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Quick Ponder: The Long Way

The long way is, the best way,  if the Lord is on it. 
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Sunday Sundown Rundown - 8/25/24

3 Up 1. Mastodon Skull Discovery - A 13,600-year-old skull was found. Of a Mastodon! The whole story is insane, cool, and quite unbelievable all in one. Earth and its history in moments like this are surreal.  2. Kamala Speech - Politics aside (I know, not easy for anyone in this climate) - I enjoyed Kamala's speech. No, I don't agree with all of her politics. But it's been a while since we've had a great orator in the White House, and listening to her was refreshing. Her DNC speech was great, and she  3. Largest Diamond Discovery - Speaking of Mastodon and the beauty of the earth's discovery, we've got a fist-sized diamond making its way up from the ground. Again, so special, so surreal.  3 Down 1. No Monkey Pox Vaccine - The Democratic Republic of Congo continues to struggle with the Monkey Pox outbreak and now, has no vaccines to aid the process. No vaccines in the country. Truly, unbelievable. Say a prayer for the DNC and its people.  2. RFK Drops Out - I
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Sunday Sundown Rundown - 8/18/24

3 Up 1. John Lewis Statue - John Lewis was obviously a heckuva man. A statue is well deserved. However, removing and replacing a Confederate monument with Lewis makes it that special. Why do we honor so many confederates and leave true Americans with a significant impact on our country's history? Yeah, that was sort of rhetorical.  2. College Football 25 - So many people waited for it. The nostalgia is back and it's real. What makes the hype and aura even greater is that reports are the game is fun. I'm not sure I'll buy it, but I wouldn't be opposed to a return of an NCAA Basketball game. Hey EA, maybe revive the LIVE series with college basketball?  3. New Sports Interest - The Olympics always give us insight into sports that are uncommon to the mainstream fan. In a world of on-demand, it would be great to see so many of those athletes get support more frequently than every four years.  3 Down 1. Monkey Pox - So many of these diseases don't even sound real. O
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Quick Ponder: You're a Hero, You're a Villain

You're the hero in someone's life. You're also the villain in someone's life. Likely without knowing it.
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Sunday Sundown Rundown - 8/11/24

3 Up 1. Olympics - It was a memorable Olympics for various reasons. Quite honestly, it was one of the best Olympic Games in my lifetime. I sort of miss having so many options to watch sports - a variety of them - on the daily.  1a. Peacock App - It's still an app with a frustrating user interface, but having the option to watch sports on-demand was awesome. My appreciation to ALL involved in making that happen.  2. Tim Walz - In the "up" is the announcement of Walz as the VP pick for Kamala Harris. Walz gets the nod here not because of an endorsement, but because I thought he did a great job entering the race this week. And also, it's good to finally get both tickets set as we steamroll to Election Day.  3. Presidential Debate - Well, we've got the second one locked in for September 10th. Just when you thought there was no point in tuning into debates (especially after the last one), Trump vs. Kamala has the makings of a one-time knock-down drag out).  3 Down 1. F
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USA's Big Win Over Serbia & Appreciating LeBron, Durant, and Curry

That was one of the best basketball games I've witnessed. There is certainly a lot to be said about the FIBA style vs. NBA product, however, the sheer storylines, talent, and passion on display were remarkable.  I'm also thankful to the Peacock App which allowed basketball junkies like myself to watch as many hoops, regardless of country, during the 2024 Olympics.  Before sharing some rather quick thoughts, I will just say that we do need to drop the tired sports talk and culture we currently have. Just appreciate Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and LeBron James while they grace a basketball court. Appreciate it. We won't have it for much longer.  Yes, LeBron James is absolutely amazing (haters, keep your buts, however, and tired Jordan comparisons to yourself). But have we really wrapped our collective thought process that this dude is 40 years old?! In the words of one of my favorites, Gus Johnson, Kevin Durant is just "puuuuuuuuuure" And speaking of Durant, it says
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Dome Pondering Movie Review: Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F

What is it about? Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills after his daughter's life is threatened and works with his old pals to help solve the issue.  Who is in it? Eddie Murphy - Axel Foley Joseph Gordon-Levitt - Detective Bobby Abbott Taylour Paige - Jane Saunders Favorite Scene: It was cheesy but so nostalgic. I loved it when Serge returned as they "looked" at the house.  Favorite Quote: "G*d, I Missed You, Axel" Review: I had A LOT of reservations once I heard that another installment of Beverly Hills Cops was on deck. After all, I love the first two installments, and the third did enough damage to the series that trying to get this franchise back on rail for more felt like a tough climb.  Also, this era of reboots, remakes, and rehashes rarely hit the target. Just see "Coming 2 America". The point is: that some classics just need to be left alone.  However, Axel F very much surprised me. Maybe it was the low expectations (I doubt it), but I enjoyed e
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Sunday Sundown Rundown - 8/4/24

3 Up 1. Luol Deng - I have nothing but admiration for Luol Deng. The guy gets a lot of criticism within the NBA fandom circles because of that mega-deal from the Lakers (that never worked out), but to learn that he's funded the entire South Sudan basketball program is beautiful. It's so hard not to root for that program and look forward to the African nation growing as a force in the international basketball landscape.  2. United States Olympic Teams - There have been soooooooooo many good stories coming out of the Olympics. I'm usually all for the emotional stories, but the United States has so many narratives of dominance and stardom this time around in Paris.  2a. Simone Biles - The GOAT. No other way to put it.  2b. Katie Ledecky - Likely one of the greatest athletes we've ever seen in a sport that hasn't received as much notoriety as deserved. Ledecky gets the world stage every four years, but I just don't think our national landscape has truly captured wha
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Quick Ponder: Locked In Expressway

I can see the expressway  for my son to manhood,  become clearer as the days go by.  Locked in on creating as many  meaningful exits, before that destination.
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