Watts Dantzler vs tornadoes, the sequel

via his twitter...awesome.

The Michael Adams farewell tour

Did anyone else's invitation look like this?

Last Minute ValenDawg's Day ideas!

I know, I know. You completely forgot about Hallmark's birthday today and haven't gotten any future dead flowers or semi-stale chocolates for that special lady in your life.

Never fear...Bernie's here! Some of these items are repeats from last year. Others are new additions that are ready to light the fires of love in your DawgHouse. Hope you've made room on that credit card!

• Let's get romantic! Why not add some spice to the relationship with some real sideline role playing. You can be a UGA running back with these super cool eye black strips and she can wear these UGA scrubs and give you some medical attention.
• If you've got the coin and the time, the dream of every Lady Dawg's heart is to visit Georgia legend Terry Hoage. After all, he's not only the best defensive player Dooley ever coached, he also grows a mean grape. 
• Tickets to See the Dawgs Play. Whatever sporting event strikes her fancy, you’ll earn big bonus points with this simple, yet timeless gift. As a bonus, you get another opportunity to bark like hell.
• The Georgia Snuggie. Help her stay warm in style.
• Of course, if you really want to make her day special, a Customized Replica Jersey is a favorite of Mrs. Bernie. She even wears it to church.
• FORE! Help her hit the links in style with this Lettermen's Club golf bag. 
• Wanna get more intimate? How ‘bout these pajama bottoms paired with this tank top? Maybe you’re tired of the little lady’s dainties that came from that store in the mall with the awesome catalog. If so, buy her a set of these unmentionables.
• Need to go cheaper get more practical? I understand. Perhaps your lady needs a new gameday purse (aka a bourbon transporter) or a new recipe book for tailgating awesomeness.
• Maybe the wifey likes things with some more shine. I feel ya. Try this Executive Series Timepiece. You don’t have to tell her it came from WallyWorld, plus she might finally have dinner ready on time for once.
• If you need to take her on a vacation, why not make it Athens on Gameday? If you already live in Athens, tell her You My Lady! all over again this fall against the backdrop of the St. John’s River.

And if all else fails…buy her a subscription to BerniesDawgBlawg and take her for a coupla chili dogs at the Varsity Monday night. You’ll thank hate me later.

Happy ValenDawg’s Day!

A Thursday Night on North Avenue

Thanks to some Hokie in-laws flying in this afternoon, I'll be at Historic Mark Richt Field tonight to watch Virginia Tech battle the engiNerds. Two years ago when we did this someone stole Sean Glennon's jersey and he went on to help dig Chan Gailey's grave. I'm hoping for something just as dramatic tonight.


I mean what are they gonna do? Tell me I don't run this state? 


But truly I hope the real drama comes Saturday at 3:30 when I pay the in-laws back by taking them to Sanford for the first time. I love the look on ACC fans' faces when they see what a real game day atmosphere feels like.


Anyway, send good vibes this blogger's way. If you tune in and see a guy wearing a VA Tech t-shirt and a Dawgs cap talking to Jenn Brown, that's probably me. 


Bonus points if I'm eating a Chick-Fil-A sammich.

Blarney Stone, Corned Beef and some Irish Muppets

I've got the corned beef brisket brined and ready. Hope your day is full o' shamrocks and serpent free!

My friends are the best friends
Loyal, willing and able.
Now let’s get to drinking!
All glasses off the table!

H a p p y   S t.  P a t r i c k' s  D a y!

Monday's Meatloaf, Tilted Kilt style (h/t Cord)

Woof!...laddy.

Valentines Shopping for your Dawgette

I know it's not easy this time of year for you. The craziness of the college football season just slipped right into the insanity of the Holidays. Things have just settled down and going to the mall to pick out a gift for that special Dawg in your life is just too much.

Never fear...Bernie's here! Some of these items are repeats from last year. But I've added a few more just in case you've exhausted the previous list. Hope you've made room on that Visa...

• Let's start out big, REAL big! If you've got the coin and the time, the dream of every Lady Dawg's heart is to visit Georgia legend Terry Hoage. After all, he's not only the best defensive player Dooley ever coached, he also grows a mean grape. 
• Tickets to See the Dawgs Play. Whatever sporting event strikes her fancy, you’ll earn big bonus points with this simple, yet timeless gift. As a bonus, you get another opportunity to bark like hell.
• The Georgia Snuggie. Help her stay warm in style.
• Of course, if you really want to make her day special, a Customized Replica Jersey is a favorite of Mrs. Bernie. She even wears it to church.
• Maybe your lady's a sports enthusiast. If so, she'll hit the links in style with this Lettermen's Club golf bag. 
• Wanna get more intimate? How ‘bout these pajama bottoms paired with this tank top? Maybe you’re tired of the little lady’s dainties that came from that store in the mall with the awesome catalog. If so, buy her a set of these unmentionables.
• Need to go cheaper get more practical? I understand. Perhaps your lady needs a new gameday purse (aka a bourbon transporter) or a new recipe book for tailgating goodness.
• Redecorating the home? She’ll bark at this acrylic tapestry.
• Maybe the wifey likes things with some more shine. I feel ya. Try this Executive Series Timepiece. You don’t have to tell her it came from WallyWorld, plus she might finally have dinner ready on time for once.
• If you need to take her on a vacation, why not make it Athens on Gameday? If you already live in Athens, tell her You My Lady! all over again this fall against the backdrop of the St. John’s River.

And if all else fails…buy her a subscription to BerniesDawgBlawg and take her for a coupla chili dogs at the Varsity Monday night. You’ll thank hate me later.

Happy ValenDawg’s Day!

Happy St. Patty's Day!

Luckily, green isn't a color of one of our rivals (unless you count the nerds who seem to have adopted that envious shade permanently).

So give a leprechaun a pinch, follow him to the end of the rainbow and have a pint on me.

H a p p y   S t.  P a t r i c k' s  D a y!

Monday's Meatloaf, Tilted Kilt style (h/t Cord)

Woof!...laddy.

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Shopping, Dawg

I probably should’ve posted this earlier in the week to help give you a head start, but let’s face it…you still wouldn’t be doing anything about it until now anyway. So here’s some ideas for that special Dawg in your heart.

• Tickets to See the Dawgs Play. Whatever sporting event strikes her fancy, you’ll earn big bonus points with this simple, yet timeless gift. As a bonus, you get another opportunity to bark like hell.
• The Georgia Snuggie. Help her stay warm in style.
• A Customized Replica Jersey. Nothing says I Luv U like a Dawg jersey with Bernie’s Watergirl printed on the back.
• Wanna get more intimate? How ‘bout these pajama bottoms paired with this tank top? Maybe you’re tired of the little lady’s dainties that came from that store in the mall with the awesome catalog. If so, buy her a set of these unmentionables.
• Perhaps your mate needs a new gameday purse (ie. bourbon transporter) or a new recipe book for tailgating ideas.
• Redecorating the home? She’ll love this acrylic tapestry.
• Maybe the wifey likes things with some more shine. I feel ya. Try this Executive Series Timepiece. You don’t have to tell her it came from WallyWorld, plus she might finally have dinner ready on time for once.
• If you need to take her on a vacation, why not make it Athens on Gameday? If you already live in Athens, tell her You My Lady! all over again this fall against the backdrop of the St. John’s River.

And if all else fails…buy her a subscription to BerniesDawgBlawg  and take her for a coupla chili dogs at the Varsity Sunday night. You’ll thank hate me later.

Happy ValenDawg’s Weekend Reader!

Cinderella's Slipper Done Broke...??

The forecast in Tampa....mostly Sunny through Sunday with highs in the low 80s.

Oh well. I guess without the slightest chance at a tornado, the hardcourt Dawgs are even longer shots to defend their conference tourney championship.

A year ago the forecast was bleak for the Atlanta area and Coach Felton's future. By happy hour Sunday the basketball program had gone from the prospect of having a warm beer in a run down bar to having a pina colada in a tropical paradise.

Maybe Coach Hermann prefers sunny Florida...Chip Towers breaks down their chances, as well as the league's other longshots with big feet.

BDBs Photo Department apologizes for the horrible photo shop attempt. It's magical photo design machine thingiemabobdoohicker is on the fritz.