This week was about the same as the three that came before it for me. I am still yet to break the 600 barrier, which is REALLY frustrating, because I’m not far off of it. In fact it’s been a matter of just a single missed spare in one or two games. This week it was a matter of three missed spares in the last game. But, I digress. Continue reading
A few weeks ago, Jennifer started giving me grief about my arm swing, because at the top of the swing my hand turns completely out, meaning my palm is perpendicular to the floor. Now, I don’t know when this started, but I know it’s a result my trying to learn the more dynamic release that is utilised by the pros.
After much reading and hours of video viewing, I learned that the pros do three relatively simple things that simplifies their game, increases their accuracy and increases their power at the pins:
Now, item three is really something that the power players use and is in fact a major source of their power, but I will explain that in more detail later. Continue reading
Week three of the Summer League ’09 at Fugate’s Bowl-a-rama in Hazard, KY was a good one, if I do say so myself. My team is by far and away the best team in the league. We currently hold three of the top four averages (yes, I’m the fourth highest average), which doesn’t mean a whole lot, considering we’re only three weeks in to season, but its a great way to start. Three weeks, three wins, all clean sweeps. It’s a great feeling knowing that I’m not dead weight as well. I might not be bowling 600′s, but I’m there and there abouts. I need to make a few simple adjustments to my game and I’ll be getting the 600′s before you know it. Continue reading
Last night was the first night of Summer League, here in Hazard, KY. I was lucky enough to get recruited by two of the more consistent bowlers from the most recent Fall League. These guys were members from the team that came in either first or second, I forget which. They both averaged over 200 for the season, so it’s safe to say they’re two of the better bowlers in the house. I also happen to be involved with these same guys in a league/tournament being run in Pikeville, KY, with two other guys, who also happen to be among the better bowlers in the house. Anyway, I digress… Continue reading
Well, in the last week things have changed a little as far as work prospects go. Last Sunday, I went bowling and for the first time in a long time, the owner, Fred, was working the counter. What’s more, Jennifer had dropped me off to go and get in the tanning bed for a little while, which meant I was there by myself to bowl for an hour, after which I would just wait until Jennifer came back from the tanning salon. Continue reading
Recently Jennifer and I have been really trying to step out and find a place of our own. This is a little nerve racking because we barely make enough money to cover what little financial responsibilities we have. The thought of adding another $350 a month (minimum) is a little intimidating. Having said that, we know we need to do it. We’ve been married for 20 months and have yet to live on our own. Continue reading
Well, if you’ve seen The Big Lebowski, the title of this blog may bring a smile to your face. If you haven’t seen the aforementioned movie, you are likely wondering what the hell is up with the title.
Long story, short: I’ve taken up Ten pin bowling as my primary sport since moving to the US. Why? Because there really are no other options available to me at this point in time. Continue reading
Well, after a few months of being down in the duldrums that is expired domains, I’ve finally got my ass into gear and brought my domain back to life. It’s funny, after months of neglect and inattention, my domain goes in to redemption and suddenly I give a shit. Weird huh? Continue reading