Thursday, January 31, 2008

Rammed into the ground

For those of you unaware, and I apologize for the late pass, San Diego State beat the Rams of Colorado State 83-82 in a thriller in Fort Collins.

Ryan Amoroso emerged with a 23 pt., 11 reb. double-double, but it was Lorenzo Wade who sank a last minute 3 pointer to put the nail in the coffin.

I'm proud of the boys for sticking strong after a heartbreaking loss at Cox Arena on Saturday. Our next game comes at home against Air Force on Wednesday, Feb. 5. You'll find Epsilon in strong presentation, along with rushees. Keep an eye out, I have a few tricks up my sleeve to get the atmosphere just right.

As Miles McPherson said on Sunday, "Don't get arrested today."
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Wednesday, January 30, 2008

For the guys...

Here's to you, men of Epsilon, making the most of our time on the Free Speech Steps. Where cold stares abound and sincerity is met with genuine joy.



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Monday, January 28, 2008

Spring Rush 2008

Alpha Gamma Omega...

Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say good-bye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you.


You tell 'em Rick Astley.
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Sunday, January 27, 2008

Active Retreat + Pogo

As some of you may have heard, Epsilon's retreat in Crsestline was not to be. Road conditions, coupled with our severe lack of 4-wheel drive vehicles do make it a bit difficult. Instead, we found ourselves at the Thrive youth group building in Jamul. You could not have found a better replacement. Enough couches for all of us, a large projection screen, video games (too bad we couldn't get the NBA Jam Machine working), and an almost complete kitchen. I tell you, it was a sight to behold.

It was here that Puck and I discovered our new love: Freestyle Pogo. We're climbing up the world ranking. It's only a matter of time until you see us both on the X-Games. Still trying to figure out how we can take it to the half-pipe, though.

When our time in Jamul was done, we drove back to AGO, got cleaned up, and then had a very large, healthy dinner of BBQ Spare Ribs cooked by Shox. It was like we were eating the ribs of dinosaurs, the ribs were so big. I say this for size comparison only, because you know that no one should ever eat a dinosaur. Creatures of majesty should never be eaten, but allowed to roam free.

We then headed to Howard's church, where we were blessed with a night of worship and an incredible message from Howard about unity. No one left the building without being broken before God, and that's what it's all about. Come say hello to us as we pass out flyers for rush before the 7pm service of the Rock.

Unity! Unity! Unity!
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Update: I did not watch the Aztec game, but saw the score on the internet and from my blog-sister, Italy. Hope we get out of this funk soon. We play Colorado State in Colorado on Wednesday. At least they don't have that ugly, goofy looking fool anymore. Here's to a victory!

Thursday, January 24, 2008

Questions

I recently did an interview via Facebook with my man Quill. Quill is my roommate, we have been living with each other for a little over 4 1/2 months. Dude is backed hard. He just needs to get over the Alliance and realize the true power of the Horde. WORD UP.

Name:
Colin "Quill" Lepiscopo

What is your favorite thing about being in AGO?
Accountability.

What's better: Panda Express or Pick Up Stix?
Pick up Stix, panda is a joke they dont even know how to spell carmelized!

Wings n Things: Could it beat a level 70 undead priest?
Possibly but don't forget that Undead Priests have the best Priest racial spell, Devouring Plague which puts a Disease Debuff on ur target doing DOT equal 2 a SWP but also heals u 1 point for every damage done. However their breadstix are quite tasty.

When was the last time you went to bed before 10pm?
I don't think that has ever happened before unless I haven't sleep for 2 days.

How long before you boast more than one Wow character at the illustrious level 70?
Not long. After Az is fully rockin all epix Slash is gonna start up the ranks.

Where did your Mallrats shirt go?
No idea. I am pretty upset. It is going 2 have 2 be replaced this summer when i go bac 2 Redbank and visit Jay and Silent Bob's Secret Stash

How much better than Halo is Call of Duty IV?
Amazingly much more. Halo's graphics and simulation seem campy @ best when compared 2 COD 4. Although Multi Online play is limited to one Live account, who wants to only use a quadrant of the TV screen for PVP anyway? Great interview. When are u getting a new arsenal jersey BTW?



In case any of you were wondering, I have the 2007/2008 Arsenal away jersey currently en route.
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A letter of discomfort

Dear BYU Cougars mens basketball team,

You won the game because of not one, but two missed calls during the Aztecs' final possession. There is no honor in your team. Your victory shall soon be to our vengeance. Sleep with one eye open.

Sincerely,
Hunters of Cougars, Warriors of Montezuma

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Retreat prep

Preparations are currently being made for Active Retreat this weekend, including the purchase of a half ton ox to pull our luggage up the mountain, as none of us really feel like buying chains.

Said David Shokair about the ox:
"It's really a great animal. We can strap all of our gear to it and not even have to worry about gas or chains."

Also purchased was 1,000 lbs. of pork ribs, with enough sauce to use as shampoo, should we run out. Needless to say, all of us are pretty excited about the thought of lathering some KC Masterpiece.

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Tuesday, January 22, 2008

School + birthdays

By now everyone's day of school is over, and the realization is settling in that it's going to continue tomorrow.

Also, be sure you wish Mayer, the new 266E, a happy birthday. It was his birthday today. His girlfriend called in an order of pizza all the way to the AGO house. The internet is wonderful. Props to Burton for organizing a surprise party in his honor. It was the first of many times that our house will be filled this semester.


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(Reluctant) Post script: It seems as though my arrogance on Sunday concerning the Chargers has come back to haunt me.

(Non-reluctant) Post-post script: I am looking for an XFL "HE HATE ME" jersey. If anyone can point me in the right direction, let me know!

Schools, books, classes, things

School starts today. That's why I'm up so incredibly early. To be completely truthful, I don't remember the last time I woke up in single digits, besides my train rides. Terrible.

So, here's to another fine semester. May it be glorious and filled with elation, good grades, and high achievements. And the Aztecs winning the Mountain West. It would be spectacular if that happened, too.

I bid you good morning. It's time to go put my face on.
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Monday, January 21, 2008

By the grace of God...

...there may be a few more of us soon.

By the grace of God.

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I will no longer be alone.

Dink gets back... TODAY.

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Sunday, January 20, 2008

Aztecs vs. Wyoming review + stomach grumbles

Aztecs were expected to beat Wyoming handily, and they did.

Thanks to a 19-0 run to open the first half, the Aztecs held Wyoming to ZERO POINTS for almost 8 minutes. Wyoming barely scored more than 10 in the first half.

Second half was sloppy on both teams, but the damage was done. You could tell the crowd was not as into it, just more wanted to put Wyoming out of their misery. The clock couldn't run fast enough. Another great game from Ryan Amoroso. We almost witnessed a two-handed jam from the man, but a cheesy foul prevented that. Lorenzo Wade again made up for it by again throwing the hammer down. Kyle Spain knocking down 3-pointers was comforting as well.

Final score, 70-43 in favor of Fischer's boys.

It was sad not seeing McClane, aka the Rat, on the bench for Wyoming. Gonna miss that dude. Other than that, my only complaint was that we wore those white uniforms again. I wish they'd wear the red ones, so much more pleasing to the eye.

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UPDATE: You should never eat McDonald's and Denny's on the same day. Little gnomes (as opposed to large gnomes) will come into your digestive system and make you hate your life. I'd like a piece of celery now.

Friday, January 18, 2008

Retreats, retreats

It's almost the start of the spring semester, and so the execs from AGO and ADX are taking off to get settled into their positions and set the tone for the semester. I have every confidence in them. Although I wold think it rather funny if everone came back with matching face tattoos.

Wishful thinking, I suppose.
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Thursday, January 17, 2008

Aztecs review + more tomfoolery

Confidence in your team pays off. Aztecs recovered from a below-average performance in the first half (finished down by 10) to leg it out for an overtime victory, 64-56.

The atmosphere in Cox Arena was second to none. It wasn't just reserved to the student section. I remember there being one bad call on Amoroso where everyone in the arena stood up and yelled. It was probably my favorite moment of the game that wasn't related to Lorenzo Wade's ferocious dunk. Only conference play can inspire such a livid environment.

I'm heading up the 15 tonight to hang out with Blitz, where I'm sure there will be multiple instances of girlish laughter as we paint our nails and braid our hair. After that we are going to wax our legs. If none of that works out, we'll probably play video games. The girlish laughter will stay a while, though.

It is my goal to find some way to sabotage Shox's graduation so that he has to remain at SDSU for at least one more semester. Not because I don't want him to leave, but because he'd be so angry. Please comment with your suggestions.

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Tuesday, January 15, 2008

Aztecs vs. Utah preview

Tomorrow night Montezuma's legions return to Aztec Bowl to play Utah... who are the Utes, a mythological idiocy that doesn't even sound intimidating on a "Visit our state" pamphlet.

Until a few years ago, this series has been incredibly one sided, with Utah holding a commanding 50-11 record against the Aztecs. Even in San Diego, the Aztecs are 8-19 against Utah.

San Diego State, however, is coming off a strong victory at The Pit in New Mexico, which is probably a better description of that entire state. This gives the Aztecs the confidence of a 2-0 record in the Mountain West.

I am confident that the Aztecs will win this game. Last year when the Utes came to die... err, I mean play... the Aztecs played a ferocious game, emerging victorious on two counts. The first, that they beat Utah into a bloody submission, complete with the aerial stunts that Jerome Habel was so kind enough to give for free. Second, that yours truly was awarded the "Loud Mouth of the Game" award. I do not take this award lightly, and will be vying to repeat in this fixture. This is also an advantage that the Aztecs should not take as nonchalant.

I leave you now to rest for the night. I have an 8 am train to catch tomorrow. I will be wearing red and black tomorrow, the colors of my heart and blood, respectively. You may decide which colors which. COME ON YOU AZTECS!

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*all facts taken from goaztecs.com. The commentary is my own special recipe.

Monday, January 14, 2008

Another short vacation

I've headed back to Moorpark for a few days for a few more moments of R & R before I have to start getting mentally ready for the semester. But fear not, I have a few good ideas that will come to light in the next few days. Not to mention, an Aztec vs. Utah preview for the game on Wednesday.

Let's do this!
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Saturday, January 12, 2008

Away from home, but not the keyboard

As I sit here at work, I'm sure that a small number of NFL-faithful are watching the playoffs on television at AGO. Italy made the trek to our house so she wouldn't bother her roomates with gridiron-entertainment the entire day. You'll most likely be able to find Nasa, Shonen, and Darko, along with a few others glued to the telly.

That being said, I'm not that into the NFL. I can watch college football all day and every day. The NFL just bothers me.

Besides... the REAL football teams play at least 38 games a year. Heh heh...

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Get in shape!

Do you like late-night sports?

Do you like playing sports late at night?

Well then... Epsilon chapter is the one for you! Come over most nights to see the boys of Epsilon playing basketball, among other sports, into the wee hours of the morning!

The ball is in your court.

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Friday, January 11, 2008

Eat mor chikin

That's the slogan for the best fast food restaurant on our good planet, Chik-Fil-A. Myself, Blitz, Nasa, and my boy Quill took a drive to Point Loma tonight for some poultry and waffle fries. And as usual, CFA delivered. I'm partial to the #8 combo, aka 12 nuggets with cole slaw, fries, and a cool beverage. Equally as nice as the meal was the calendar for 2008 that we received, complete with spoof-CFA ads, as well as COUPONS that can be redeemed in each respective month. January is a free chicken sandwich, so get on it!

That was the biggest event of today. It's actually kinda warm in the Swamp right now, thanks to Reed allowing us to borrow his mini-heater. I call it "El Inferno."

Carpal tunnel is setting in.
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Wednesday, January 9, 2008

Ugh

The Aztecs lost at home to Northern Colorado. I have no motivation to write.

At least it wasn't a conference game.

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New day

Poll question: do you ever feel terrible for waking up too late?

Something must be getting into this house, as people are starting to get a bit more adventurous with their day. Sure, most of us are still playing Halo & FIFA 08 or making the most of our Fox Soccer Channel subscription, but every now and then we get a reason to walk past our mailbox and out into the world. Today, Shade and I walked across campus in search of an open ticket booth to get our tickets for tomorrow's Aztec game (preview in tomorrow's entry). Were we successful? No. Did we have a great time anyways? Yes.

After the dinner period was finished, Reed, Nikko, Puck, Crush, and myself went to the ARC for some late night sports. Nikko and I played a bit of indoor footie, while the other three played basketball, joining us when they had finished. We even saw Kix and Flamingo (ADXs) upon our entrance.

In the early morning and afternoon tomorrow I'll be hanging out with my blogging partner, Italia. We're sure to have something to right about.

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Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Something happened!

My word... what is going on? Something actually happened today!

After another day of thorough lounging, Reed, myself, Jaguar (ADX), and Italia (ADX blogger) rolled out to Kearny Mesa to watch Lotus play in his basketball league. His housemate and Epsilon alum Blitz was there, too.

Lotus' team lost, but it was not without its quality moments, namely a fancy behind-the-back pass courtesy of Lotus.

After that it was off to Taco Bell for some post-sporting laughter and stories about trash talking from the TCU game. I'm so incredibly proud to be an Aztec. Red and black, hail to our team!

"That's a quality neck-tie, coach!"
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Monday, January 7, 2008

Searching

As nice as it is to be off school, it would be nice to have an event or two just so there is something more to write about!

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Sunday, January 6, 2008

Home alone

The rain continues, and the dull weather has apparently forced everyone out of the house. I came home from work today and found Epsilon to be completely empty. It's just me, Rocko, and a replay of my beloved Arsenal's FA Cup match from earlier this morning.

Here's to hoping that the rest of you are having a great day. I'm going to drink a Coke.

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Saturday, January 5, 2008

Aztecs + Achievement + Visitors

As to be expected, our fantastic Aztecs won tonight over TCU. The first half was clearly dominated by SDSU, as TCU was held to a mere 13 points for the first 20 minutes. The second half was more of a draw, with both teams playing a little on the dismal side. But in the end, Aztecs go 1-0 for conference play. To the top!


In the most important news of the day, our resident World of Warcraft athlete, Quill, has reached the monumental milestone of level 70. Congratulations, Quill! Don't you see what over 360 hours in front of a computer can get you?


We also have a visitor in the house! On loan from Ms. Luganda of Alpha Delta Chi is her puppy Charmander. He is currently sitting in his bed behind me, but took a few moments out of his schedule for a photo opp with your blogging friend.



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Aztecs vs. Texas Christian PREVIEW + Rainy Day

Today the Aztec Empire goes up against the Horned Frogs of TCU in men's basketball. Last year we didn't play so well in this match up at home, and it was not as strong of a victory as it could have been.

From goaztecs.com:
"The Aztecs enter Saturday's contest with a Cox Arena-record 12-game homecourt winning streak and a seven-game MWC winning streak at Cox Arena. The Aztecs have not lost a home game since a 66-65 setback against Wyoming on Jan. 3, 2007.

San Diego State has quietly compiled an impressive non-conference resume. The Aztecs are 10-3, matching the second-best start in 38 seasons at the Division I level. SDSU has done so despite having to blend six new players with seven returning letterwinners to this season's squad. SDSU has also played just five home games to date, with two of the three losses coming to the number two-ranked RPI team (Arizona) and the number three-ranked RPI squad (Saint Mary's), nationally. The Aztecs currently have the top RPI ranking in the MWC at number 30 (through Tuesday's games).

The Aztecs are coming off their most impressive victory of the season, knocking off previously unbeaten Sam Houston State (currently 11-1 and 33rd in the RPI), 79-78, in overtime."


Needless to say, I expect us to start off our conference play with a delightful victory. It's been fun playing all of the random teams, but nothing beats conference play. We always seem to show up in our finest quality during these games. Here's to a 2008 being a repeat of 2006! MOUNTAIN WEST OR BUST.


As for Epsilon, none of us woke up before 11. For some reason every decided that it would be a good idea to stay up until 3 am or later last night. Quill set the record, as he was up until 7 am trying to get his WoW character to a level 70. More updates will be available.
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Friday, January 4, 2008

The boys are back in town

Well, your faithful blogger has made it back to San Diego after a wonderful 2 1/2 drive which began at the butt-crack of 7 am.

If you are ever wondering about traffic, check sigalert.com for all your needs. When it told me that the 5 freeway was clear, I knew that I had a good drive ahead of me, hence my fantastic time made for my 150 mile journey.

But it's good to be back. Now I can blog relevant to this house, as opposed to the musings of a blogger on vacation. There isn't much entertainment to be had in the latter.

I must say, I was quite disappointed to see that our remote is missing again. Satan is at work here. And he will be crushed.

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Thursday, January 3, 2008

Web Portal

Now that Christmas AND New Years are out of the way, here comes the even more stressful season: SPRING REGISTRATION!

Did your eyebrow twitch like mine just did?

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Tuesday, January 1, 2008

Miles and miles to go

I have made the fantastic voyage back to La Casa de Sequel from the Bay, and spent the night watching Ratatouille with Papa Sequel, Mama Sequel, and Brother Sequel. I drank two glasses of Vernor's ginger ale.


I will be returning to the land of parking tickets and coastal weather in a mere two days. This shall be immediately followed by immense blogging. And probably wings for dinner.

There are still 3 weeks left of Christmas Break. Besides straight A's, this is the best gift our school gives us each year.

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2008

Welcome to 2008.

If you thought Epsilon was big the past years, this one is going to out do them all.

Get ready.

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