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I feel as if I haven't written in ages, Dear Roxy. And I haven't! Sorry about that but it won't happen again. I have so much to say so let me get started.

I am sad to say I missed Peyton's SNL skit (this weekend not when I got your text... that was Drew Barrymore)! I did, however, see a few of the skits on YouTube and must admit he was a lot better than Jeter. Sorry, Jeet... but he was. The skit with the kids was hysterical.

Baseball season is here!!!! I read Carl Pavano is our opening day starter. I must admit am a bit nervous about this one but I’m keeping my fingers crossed. I also read his girlfriend broke up with him so I’m hoping this doesn’t affect his game. It better not... this guy is not my favorite Yankee. All he's done is get injured since the Yankees traded for him. He needs to take care of himself or else!

Nomar and Mia are now parents. I heard it yesterday. Congrats!

Did you hear about Ugeth Urbina? He used to pitch for the Marlins and now he’s going to prison… 14 years!!! Scary.

And how about that female ump? Good for her! Kinda cool!

Hahaha... I'm telling you, Roxy... give up on Vtek! All you've done for the past two years is show up to his games (dragged me on one) and what has he done in return? NOT SHOW UP! So not fair!

-Criss

Blog Hog Moment: Spring Training Part II

Okay, so I didn't see Varitek for the second year in a row, Dear Criss, but I did see Millar. And you know I love Millar. I still feel like he's toned down with the Orioles, only because they are a boring group in comparison to the spirited Red Sox (particularly the 2004 band). He signed about everybody's autograph, tossing balls back and forth into the stands. He even went and got a ball from one of the guys for someone who neeeeeeded an autograph. He's the best. BRING BACK MILLAR!!!!

Anyway, it was a beautiful day in Ft. Lauderdale , and I was about 8 feet from Youk, but could have been 8 inches from him if I stayed in my spot by the fence for 8 more seconds. Seriously, I can't even talk about it anymore. For the first time, I get my mom to come to spring training, and when she doesn't see the hot shots of the team she stares ahead and says, "This is the first and last [time]." Oh my gosh! It's no guarantee (but I know, it's not cool at all) that Varitek or Matsuzaka will be there, but I tried to reassure her that the solution is just coming to more games next year. That's all.

So here's to Millar who still makes me happy and a lot of Sox fans who gave him lots of love when he came up to bat.

Roxy

Happy Day

3/21 = Happy Birthday, Dear Criss!

Roxy

Spring Training FUN! Pass the Burger!

I guess I missed out on a few things, according to your posts, Dear Criss.

Listen, I'm a little delayed on the photos (brother has them), but I had an awesome time at spring training! Since then, I've missed fights with the Tigers (when did Sheffield become a Tiger?), I missed Peyton on SNL (actually, I wasn't interested), and I miss FT. MYERS ALREADY!!!!

Anyway, I saw the Sox play the Dodgers and Nomar was there. You could hear everyone shouting, "No-MAH!, No-MAH!" The whole crowd was showering him with love, it was great. Manny and Papi were there, Mirabelli, Coco, but guess who wasn't... OH MY GOSH, VARITEK! Seriously, it's like a joke. Does he check to see when my game is and take the day off? No, actually, he was playing in Jupiter. =( I did see the new pitcher Okajima and Beckett was pitching, but you know I'm not super fond of him. It was like a hippy community. Everyone was so happy. There were these two girls who came a little late, and one had an incredibly deep and annoying voice that got worse as the alcohol increased (at one point, yes, there was a can in a paper bag). The normally quiet, well-behaved crowd at what seems like a golf match started getting annoyed. Parents moved or left with their children, and when she yelled out the wrong player at bat, she was audibly corrected by a fan sitting further away (tee hee).

Otherwise, hippy bliss.

And Sunday, some more action, but in Ft. Lauderdale! Matsuzaka (spotlighted on NBC News tonight) and Varitek better be there and ready! And Millar!

Roxy

AP Photo: Brita Meng Outzen

Injuries

So Dwayne Wade opted out of surgery, Dear Roxy. Instead, he'll go to therapy for his shoulder. Hopefully that will sufficient in what has become the "Year of Injuries: Heat Style!" To top it all off, Jason Kapono, the best three-point shooter in the league, is out with an ankle injury! Hopefully Shaq and the rest of the squad will stay healthy.

BTW, I don't think I congratulated either player for winning awards in the All-Star game. CONGRATULATIONS to both. Now go get better!!!

I know this is a little late, but did see how Shaun Livingston from the Clippers dislocated his knee a few weeks back? That was so disgusting! I couldn't stop watching though :p Go figure. Now the guy will be out for 8-12 months! Ouch.

So baseball is upon us. And what better way to welcome it than with my lovely picture... I know you're laughing deep inside.

-Criss

Pass the SPF 30

I'm off to Spring Training!!! Be back soon to blab on about my adventures! And to respond to anything ridiculous you have posted, Dear Criss.

Yes, I am sad Joey Porter was released, but first, bottled water wishes and Ft. Myers dreams!

Roxy

Boston Globe photo: Jim Davis