We had to be patient because we were getting our chances. Finally we got a couple of breaks, a couple of power plays and away we went.

I think we hit some hit posts, especially in the third and fourth quarters. Take nothing away from Watson, but we did hit the inside of the pipe a time or two. But we're gonna break out sooner or later and get a pit full one game, where there's 15 or 20 on the board for us.

That's about the same time our offense sat down together and decided we were going to step it up. [The first eight games] I was still getting the chances so I was more upbeat than if I hadn't been getting them.

Anyone who worked with Michael knows what a great room-jarring laugh he had. He was your best audience for anything remotely funny.

People think this will keep John Doe from being able to put huge amounts of money into a race. No, as long as John Doe wants to individually spend that.

The DOE (Department of Education) did not serve our board well or within a suitable time. You would think they'd know the requirements when issuing a license.