Author Archives: theurbanllama

Louisville Cardinals Down Michigan to Become NCAA Basketball Champions

Posted on April 10, 2013 by theurbanllama

Louisville wins! It has been 27-years since those words have rung out on a national championship stage for Louisville’s basketball program. While the Cardinals have maintained a level of excellence, when your rival down the road is the University of … Continue reading →

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Cardinals Advance in a Thriller to the Championship Game

Posted on April 7, 2013 by theurbanllama

Wow, that was a manic comeback by the number one overall seeded Louisville Cardinals to eek out a victory over the spirited Wichita State Shockers 72-68. My nerves were shot after that game. Louisville came out flat from the tip, … Continue reading →

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The Louisville Cardinals Are Bringing Swagger to the Final Four

Posted on April 6, 2013 by theurbanllama

I remain impressed that the Louisville Cardinals beat Duke by 22 points last weekend to advance to the Final Four, played today in Atlanta. I watched the game, saw the runs in the second half. I certainly saw guard Kevin … Continue reading →

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Ashley Judd Says NO, and Mitch McConnell Lucks Up

Posted on April 5, 2013 by theurbanllama

After careful consideration, Hollywood actress and global humanitarian Ashley Judd politely declined the opportunity to take on Republican incumbent Mitch McConnell in Kentucky’s 2014 U.S. Senate race. “After serious and thorough contemplation, I realize that my responsibilities and energy at … Continue reading →

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Leonard Cohen Proves He Is Our Man

Posted on April 4, 2013 by theurbanllama

After a recording career spanning more than 45 years, singer and famed songwriter LEONARD COHEN finally found his way to a performance stage in Kentucky, playing magnificently to a sold out crowd at the Palace Theater in Louisville Saturday night. I … Continue reading →

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The Sweetness of 16 Teams Remaining

Posted on March 28, 2013 by theurbanllama

My brackets are in shambles. I continue to hold a slight lead in our household competition over my 11-month old daughter and the two boys, 8 and 10. But the 8-year old is closing on me – sad but true. … Continue reading →

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A Seriously Delicious Bourbon Pork Chop

Posted on March 27, 2013 by theurbanllama

I’ve been in a cooking groove for the last week. The cold weather makes me want to stay inside where it’s warm, and having the oven on makes it even toastier. This is a twofer recipe. I wanted to use … Continue reading →

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Florida Gulf Coast University is Living the Life

Posted on March 25, 2013 by theurbanllama

Cinderella is alive and well in the 2013 edition of the NCAA tournament. Florida Gulf Coast University is the first ever 15 seed to advance to the Sweet 16. With their high-flying dunks, dreadlocks and chicken dance – the Eagles … Continue reading →

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Crawfish Fettuccine for the Louisville Game

Posted on March 24, 2013 by theurbanllama

Game time Saturday night and I was getting an unexpected surprise. The whole house was clearing out as Louisville was about to play Colorado State for a spot in the Sweet 16. It has been a long week, as the … Continue reading →

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Jim Beam Offers Up Aged White Lightning

Posted on March 22, 2013 by theurbanllama

Around the Kentucky region, stories of outlaw whiskey fill the hills, and with the surge in popularity being enjoyed by the whiskey industry it’s no surprise that moonshine has become all the rage. Jim Beam is hopping into this niche market … Continue reading →

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