Any one who has listened to WORD in the last week, knows that I turned 40 on Saturday. Maybe i’m running this into the ground, but I had to talk about it one more time. I don’t know…..can I make fun of Russ’ age anymore? He’s still a lot older than me! (He hates it, so I have to keep going with it….don’t I!)

What does 40 mean in the 21st century? People are more active….and more overweight….stats don’t lie, I guess. New careers begin, new families are made, the next great American novel is written. (I have a trilogy almost done…..but 10 drafts later…..it’s still needs some work….maybe some day….. I’m such a chicken!!)

40 is a time of reflection…..what have I done with my life. I’ve been accused of dwelling on the negative, but I think that is a defense mechanism to get me positive affirmation. Verbal abuse leads to low self-esteem, which can cause you to turn inward and never come out of your protective shell. I lived within that shell (and still go there on occasion…it’s quite comfy!) until I found radio. Radio has helped me so much! When talking to people everyday is your job, you get better at it, and even begin to like it. In this I thank the listening audience….please don’t send me a bill.

Let’s dwell on the positive. I’ve been in radio for 11 years now, and even though I get up at 4 a.m., I still think ‘What a cool job’. Am I the star of the show….no, but I am still a vital part of the program and that’s awsome! I’ve worked my way into a good position with as much job security as you can have in radio…and….and they let me do my on show on the weekends! I have the career I always wanted….even if it took me a while to get here.

I have a beautiful wife, son, and daughter and we are close, like a family should be. I have a house, a car to drive, and food on the table. I have a Christian rock band and we’re out trying to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. (In the studio working on our next album….it rocks!) I have my walk with my Saviour, which is not where it should be, but I strive daily.

So what do I have to complain about…..I guess I don’t have much. (Except that things hurt a lil more than they used to…..oh my aching joints….i’ve fallen and I can’t get up!!!!)

Maybe 40’s just another day…….bring on 50!!!!!!!!

The first week of the college football season has come and gone. Most of the teams that were supposed to win did….but some, didn’t.

The South Carolina Gamecocks opened up the season with NC State and it was nearly a disaster. Far be it from me to question the Head Ball Coach but I will. Tommy Beecher (Eddie Munster) looked like a frightened deer but didn’t throw as good as one would. Not even Bambi would have thrown 4 interceptions in the first half of a game. I know this is going  to sound mean, but, that little bump on the head came at a good time. Chris Smelley came in and led the Gamecocks to 3 straight touchdown. There is no quarterback controversy…..start Smelley!!!

Mike Davis ran for over a hundred yards, most of them in the second half. Get that man a sports drink….he deserves it! Don’t let him go look for one on his own….that could lead to trouble!

The defense looked awsome!! Stay healthy Brinkley….please stay healthy! Moe Brown caught a deep ball and even Taylor Rank rushed for a touchdown. No Coach Obrian 34-0 isn’t running the score up. Be glad that Smelley didn’t start the game!

Bring on Vandy! “Veangeance is a dish best served cold! Kaaaaaahn!!!!!” Sorry got a little carried away……..I predict USC 42   Vandy 12

CLEMPSON

What can I say……sorry, trying to stop laughing!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thunder and Lightning…..Davis and Spiller……Clear skies in the Georgia Dome quelled the coming storm as Nick Saban’s defense brick walled Clempson’s vaunted running game. We’ve heard all summer that the Tiger offensive line was suspect and now we know it is true.

Harper, who is one of the best quarterbacks in college football, had a little trouble throwing from his back. Where was Clempson’s defense? Oh yeah, they’re playing in the NFL now.

If you listen closely, you can almost hear the echoes of ” We’re 9th in the country, we’re gonna go undefeated, we’re gonna win the ACC and the National Championship! Go Tigers!”. Not to worry…those echoes will become shouts again.

As you return to work Tuesday morning and you notice the heads hung low, smile to yourself and enjoy the quiet. If you approach one of these lowly Tiger fans, you are sure to hear “How many championships have the Gamecocks won? The refs cost us that game! LSU won the title with 2 losses last year! We can still win the ACC! I want my mommy!!!”

Buck up my lil Tiger campers, your playing the Citadel next. The Keydets…or Cadets….or whatever their called will be medicine to salve your huge gaping wounds. Next week everything will be alright again.

You can beat the Citadel……can’t you?

Be sure to tune into ‘The Scoreboard with Lonzo and Matt’ this Saturday from 6pm to 8pm. If you feel that i’ve slighted you in some way, our phone lines are always open for you.

I’m not afraid……BRING IT!!!!!!! Kittens meow…Tigers roar….which one are you?

                  The Lonzo