More Random Thoughts

In today's training we looked at Del.icio.us I remember setting up an account with them. I had to try and remember the password and username for it. I've not used it since like October 2007. Sometimes being constantly connected to either the net or technology in general gets to be a drag. I enjoy new technologies, but I don't need, nor want to feel connected all the time. It is very nice not being connected all the time. It makes me feel like I have a life of my own, one that isn't being controlled by technology.

On to the sports thinking of the day. I'm looking forward to the final two matches in the UEFA Champions league this week. Manchester United being up a goal against Arsenal should help them win this two legged affair. They only have to manage a draw and they will move on. Chelsea is a bit different though. They went to the Nou Camp and managed to hold Barcelona to a scoreless draw, but by not scoring any goals they have to hope that it ends in a scoreless draw or that they can win the game at Stamford Bridge, being that if Barca scores the same amount of goals, Barca will move on because of the away goals rule.

I'm excited about this year's EUFA Champions League as there is a rumor going around that the Sounders FC are going to be playing another of the teams in this year's semi-finals. They are already scheduled to play Chelsea at Qwest Field, Seattle, Wa on July 18th. There have been rumors going around for several months now that Barcelona is going to be playing the Sounders FC, but nothing has been confirmed. Although people have been saying that Barcelona had it on their website that they two were going to play a match. I'd love to see any of those teams come. Manchester United, as I saw them a few years ago in Seattle, when they played Celtic. Arsenal is a power in both the EPL and in Europe, so seeing them play would be incredible. Barcelona would be wonderful as well. I got to see Real Madrid play D.C. United a couple of years ago in Seattle. So being able to see the other powerhouse of Spain would be a dream as well. One day, I hope that one or more of the top Italian teams would come to Seattle to play as well.

The Mariner's continue their wonderful play. I've been pleasantly surprised at how well they have been playing. It is quite nice to see them playing as a team. The camaraderie that they have been showing is impressive. Hopefully they can continue this the rest of the season. They may not have the talent level of the other past Mariner's teams, but I don't remember a Mariner's team this seemingly close.

The Seahawks, in my opinion, had a great draft. Hopefully getting two starters with their top two picks. It is going to be interesting to see the types of changes that Jim Mora and his staff bring to the table.

The Sounders FC got a very lucky point this weekend in Chicago. Fredy Montero getting sent off early in the second half, caused the Sounders FC not too many problems. As is the case, most of the time when a player gets sent off, the team that is playing a player down, plays better. The Sounders FC certainly picked it up a level or two. They had more space to work in and really looked like the attacking team at times. Having Kasey Keller in net, I think really helps this team and if they can keep him healthy, as well as their main stars, they should make a nice run deep into the MLS playoffs. I am looking forward to adding to my Flickr site when the Sounders FC host the L.A. Galaxy on Sunday May 10th at Seattle's Qwest Field.

Thanks again for reading my blog. Have a wonderful day.