That’s My Story

Anyone who knows me knows I loved Ben Roethlisberger.
I have four jerseys, including a pro-bowl jersey, a set of earrings, a tote bag and other Big Ben necessities.
But the recent allegations makes me wonder if I am supporting someone who assaults woman by putting on the jersey.
There is no denying Ben is a stellar quarterback, but it still remains to be seen if he will even take the field this year.
So perhaps I should get a different jersey — the question is which one?
What about James Harrison. The photo of his Browns body slam was my computer background for months. But he was arrested after a domestic assault with his girlfriend. The charges were later dropped after Harrison agreed to anger management.
That also leaves Santonio Holmes out as well. Now there is always Troy, but injuries have plagued him.
I could succumb and wear a Jeff Reed jersey. While what he did is not as bad as what Big Ben is accused of I can’t get past paper towel abuse.
I am starting to think Heath Miller may be the way to go. In general he is under-rated and he hasn’t been accused of assault, caught with weed or attacked innocent towel dispensers.
But then again, maybe some duct tape over Ben’s name may be the ticket.
(I welcome any comments, suggestions and criticism at michelleg@dailyamerican.com)

I love the E-Trade baby. Actually I love all adorable babies but that is for another day.
I knew watching the Super Bowl that the adorable half-pint investor would be offering some more advice.
Then a commercial comes on featuring his girlfriend. I nearly died when she asked: “And that milkaholic Lindsay wasn’t over?”
“Lindsay?” he replied followed by another adorable baby popping up to say: “Milk-a-what?”
It was probably my favorite commercial of the Super Bowl. I had tears in my eyes and it wasn’t because my beloved Steelers weren’t in the game.
But apparently Lindsay Lohan wasn’t as impressed. The (I guess at one point she was an actress) is suing E-Trade for $100 million saying the baby was modeled after her and she wants cash for her pain and suffering. According to published reports  Lohan’s lawyer, Stephanie Ovadia, said the actress has the same single-name recognition as Oprah or Madonna. She is also asking for an injunction to have the spot taken off the air.
Lindsay, according yeahbaby.com (A Web site I have never visited before this blog :)) lists Lindsay as the 162 most popular baby’s name in America.
When I think of Lindsay here is what comes to mind:
A girl with whom I attended grade school.
That chick that skis.
Lindsay Graham, the congressman. He is on television a lot.
I guess Lindsay Lohan is on that list too.
But while watching the television and seeing the E-Trade commercial the only thing that came to my mind is wow that his hysterical.
Ms. Lohan, you are a decent actor. Put your efforts into trying to get a movie role. And leave the funny babies alone.
(I welcome any comments, suggestions and criticism at michelleg@dailyamerican.com)