Brain Drool

If my life were to be reduced to the basics of an athletic franchise (a sports team), then what would be in my end-of-year report?

Team Record:

Wins: Getting Married, Honeymooning in Southern California, Visiting my Uncle’s Cabin…

…visiting my sister and brother in law, Getting lots of opportunities to cook!

Losses: Less travel than in previous years. Being a poor graduate student…

Considering the fact that life cannot be perfect, the win-loss record demonstrates a championship caliber team.  I cannot help but be incredibly thankful for everything I have!

Acquisitions and Trades:

Gained:

A Wonderful Wife

A New Church

Traded Away: Two Quality Roommates

An old church

Overall, management is extremely happy with this year’s roster moves.  Churches were a geographic necessity.  And while it was tough to let go of the two elite up-and-coming players, the move to a proven MVP like a wife was in the best interest of the team.

Stadium Update:

The team started the year playing ball downtown in Stadium 217.

While spacious and conveniently located above a Trader Joe’s, bedbugs, lack of charm and a change of roommates necessitated the move to the new Stadium, known simply as “The Jenk.”

Fans of all ages and walks of life have delighted in the charm, size and character of The Jenk.  It also is on a residential street (as opposed to across the street from a strip club).  As a result, we may charge higher ticket prices.

2009 Executive Summary:

2009 was an excellent year for the Jarbees. While there were drastic changes to the team roster, the return on investment of a young, growing marriage creates an environment conducive to success in both immediate and long-term qualities of life.

2010 Roster Scouting Report:

There are many reasons to anticipate the coming year! Plans are forming for an inexpensive yet traveliscious vacation for the wife and myself.  For certain there will be a camping road trip out to a summertime wedding in western Wisconsin.  By the end of next year I hope to have more than 2/3 of all the components of my Ph.D completed.