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I was wishing the same, Gene, but 10 of us managed to have a fair bit of good times talking about the rest of you and larger gatherings of the past. Thanks to Peter, the next one has a tentative theme and title: MOA IV: This time we go whole hog! Hopefully we don't hit the sewer line when we dig the pit for the pig roast.

You mean because it looks like kiddie porn?

Four?

You mean a third, right?

Agree with all of the above about Netherlands and poor Costa Rica. And once more "fucking Robben and his diving!". I really did feel that the Dutch got way more calls than CR, but was glad that they didn't score on any like last game.

Overall smooth start to the race today without massive pile-ups that often happen in the first days. The crowds were unbelievable in Yorkshire -- such a turnout could not have been expected. Cavendish screwed it up in the last 250 meters because he was too anxious and now it seems likely that he will be out of the race altogether. Sad finish for the home crowd but Kittel is the real deal and Sagan doesn't have the same level of power but is still crafty and quite fast. I hate Cuntador but they say he is in great shape and will at least challenge Froome more than last year. It would be nice to have some others step up and create some drama. I will miss Quintana Rojas. I'm amazed that he won the Giro, and apparently he has his sites set on the Vuelta this summer. I hope he comes back to the TDF next year. 20 more days of fun and punishment!

Hope you are having great birthdays, Baker boys! cheers!

I guess I better revert to the blood and start rooting for France. It's time to rock out with the Coq out. Allez les Bleus!

we're fucked. great game overall but damn, I can't see USA scoring twice in 15 minutes

Quick, get the shovel Greg, before it gets your cake! Have a great snake-free and wine-filled birthday. Cheers!

Good luck Stretch! Must be tough to say goodbye.

Missed both games due to work today, except for hearing the last 30 minutes where Germany won. Pretty amazing stuff.

Happy birthday CJ! Cheers

This is the most exciting World Cup that I can recall -- and I am not saying I watch them religiously but for me this one has a lot going on.

I'm sure Jim is so proud you agree with him!

I didn't realize the Hulk's shoulder extends all the way down to his bicep. Watch the replay, you sore winner. There is no question it was a hand ball.

Fried maple bacon and pad Thai are both salivation inducing except I just finished a beef burger with bacon and blue cheese in the grind, grilled corn and a salad. Very tasty indeed

Beers and cheers for a happy birthday Scott!

Have a great bash! Cheers!

Undoubtedly, but I will be out of state and will have to miss that one. So sad. Also realizing I cannot make the show either due to a wedding that weekend. Oh well.

Agreed on the good game, except for the fact that USA created extremely few chances to score. There were a couple at the end that were encouraging, but damn Germany can control the ball. I'd tell Uruguay to eat a dick, but they just might do it.

Knockout time!

Bradley needs to stop sucking

This!

Margarita vs cerveza?