Still devastated about Tom Stofka’s death. But life goes on. A bunch of us went out last night for food and drinks, and we talked about Tom as well as other things. I think the camaraderie helped us cope. In his honor, American flags in Brooklyn’s parks are at half-mast.

So how about the shit hitting the fan about the abuse treatment of Iraqi prisoners? Rumsfeld is in trooouuubbbllleee... Apparently, Rumsfeld knew about it for months and hid the reports from Bush. Yesterday, Bush had to actually use the word “sorry”. This administration never apologizes for anything! We very may well have a new Secretary of Defense before it’s all said and done.

And now a few TV commentaries.
1) Big Tom Buchanan was voted off of “Survivor” last night. He could have played the role of a crucial swing vote but neither alliance felt they could trust him for the duration. The final four is now Boston Rob, Amber, Rupert and Jenna with the finale to be aired on Sunday night.
2) I caught the last half-hour of “Friends” last night and was not impressed. I never really watched the show to begin with and couldn’t care less that it’s off the air.
3) The season finale of “The O.C.” was the other night. For the first time, a party on that show did not end with a fistfight or someone getting thrown into a pool. Very sad ending though with Ryan going back to Chino out of obligation, and against his wishes. I think it’s pretty clear though that he’ll move back to the Cohen’s house very early next season. And what was with Seth sailing off into the sunset? Gabe raises a good point, he’ll probably wind up drowning!
4) “24” is down to its last few episodes and Tony Almeida’s character has absolutely lost it. Blackmailed by the bad guy, Tony has betrayed his country and directly put the lives of millions at risk. Can’t wait for Jack to dole out his brand of justice. A litany of bullets in Tony’s head perhaps? Worked for Nina.

How bout those Mets? They still stink but at least they swept the San Francisco Giants. Guess the Giants aren’t much of team when Barry Bonds doesn’t play. And my Fantasy Baseball team is even doing a little better. If you can call 5th/6th place a little better.

I really want to see "Super Size Me", the documentary about the guy who only eats McDonalds for 30 days.

Have a good weekend!