Charles Barkley
 

Ok, I watched Real Sports on HBO last night [DISCLAIMER: I just want to say, I don't choose these shows, I compromise with my boyfriend so I can get some QT. But I have to admit, :o, I do like the shows. DO NOT TELL!! LOL]. And on Real Sports was Charles Barkley. They played this interview about him wanting to play with MJ, blah, blah, blah. I know yall have seen the clips on ESPN.

Anyway, he sounded odd. Nothing like how he sounds on TNT. His words were slurring BADLY on one part, he just sounded odd, like he could have a disease or be drugged or something. Something was clearly not right. Is something going on with him? Did anyone else see this? Did you hear it in his voice? I mean, I know he country, lol, but this was different.

I do love to hear him say, "Hep," for help. LOL

You never know, He could be on that STUFF!!!!

I heard that Charles Barkley (and I call him Chuck too) was addicted to pain killers. That is why he has been having so much trouble with his weight. Every time he slows down or quits, he goes on eating binges and he is very unhealthy.

The doctors say he is addicted to basketball, and has to do something to compensate for his inactivity.

Pray for the brotha!

(Chuck you know how we do;) )

Damn,

I wish I was addicted to playing any sport. I sure could use the exercise. My future wife is already starting to shape up for our wedding. I guess I'll be standing at the altar looking like Fat Albert. Hell, she fed me to death just to catch me and now I can't get rid of the 15 pounds gained. Oh Lawd, I'm going on and and on about nothing. It's pre-enagement jitters. My big day is Sunday. I rehearshed and rehearsed and rehearsed that great speech about my love. I hope it goes well. I have it taped to my car dash board. I'm loosing my mind. Somebody pray for me.

You are too much ;)!! Everything will go just fine for you and your wife to be. God bless you on your future endeavors :)!!

AAAAAAAAAWWWWWWW!!!
 

That is SO special!!! :)

That's really too bad. Addicted to basketball? :confused: I'm not sure what to say about that one, cuz can't he go to the gym? But I guess if he's already addicted to pain killers... That's just too bad. Definitely needs prayer, definitely.

I agree with Ideal. If he is addicted to basketball go and play. He has money, he can purchase a membership to a gym or something and play a pick up game. Brothers be ballin in the gym everyday!! But I will drop a line to GOD for him.

And Professor, stop being a PUNK!! There's nothing to it. Think about how she makes you feel and what having her in your life means to you. Think about what other woman in the world makes you feel the way she does. Think about what other person you want to grow old with. Think about who your best friend is. If you cannot come up with no one else in these questions then you are 100% positive about knowing what you have to do. Put your faith in GOD and handle your business. You don't have the right to fear what GOD has already destined to happen. BE strong!!

And Professor, stop being a PUNK!! There's nothing to it. Think about how she makes you feel and what having her in your life means to you. Think about what other woman in the world makes you feel the way she does. Think about what other person you want to grow old with. Think about who your best friend is. If you cannot come up with no one else in these questions then you are 100% positive about knowing what you have to do. Put your faith in GOD and handle your business. You don't have the right to fear what GOD has already destined to happen. BE strong!! [/B][/QUOTE]

Frat,

Thanks for the words of encouragement - at least I think that what they are. I just want it to be a perfect for both of us. She is always saying I'm not romantic enough and I want the words to flow with emotion, love and caring. I have no doubt that Constance is my soul mate and that GOD has presented her to me.

good luck, brutha!
 

And Professor, stop being a PUNK!!

:D

Congratulations Professor!

Out of respect I will hold my comments for now.

Just think about HER! Focus on HER! Come away from yourself and tune everyone else out and just see HER! Tell her how you feel and take your heart and POUR! Don't be scared!! If you scared, then say you're scared. But remember It's not up to you and her. It's been ordained by GOD! DON'T be a PUNK!!

SORRY
 

Iam sorry sis. We just dissed your Charles Barkely thread and went off Track!! But yeah He's probably on that stuff!!!

While we have certainly had our differences of opinion, your most recent description referencing my uneasiness proposing to my future wife is a personal attack of my character and manhood. I believe the true fraternal bond of Alpha is one of respect! I also know that every Alpha is not a Brother and nor does every Alpha truly live and know the tenants Brotherhood.

Dexter you don't personally know me! For the record, I assure you that I am no less of a man than one that would on a public board result to implying a man of Alpha is Punk for any action. Most mature adult men don't run around calling names like some school boy or GIRL.

We have had personal contact regarding negative representation of our Brotherhood. Again, don't start no shit!

Professor,
I think your jitters or nervousness is sweet because it shows that you care. People are only nervous when they are either unsure or care enough for something to be perfect or just right. And based on your post, I don't think you are unsure. I think you just want to make sure she is happy, pleased, and overwhelmed from all of the emotion that I am sure you will convey through the vows ;)!! And that's sweet!! Again Congratulations and God Bless!!

[Dexter you don't personally know me! For the record, I assure you that I am no less of a man than one that would on a public board result to implying a man of Alpha is Punk for any action. Most mature adult men don't run around calling names like some school boy or GIRL.

We have had personal contact regarding negative representation of our Brotherhood. Again, don't start no shit!

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First of all I don't need YOU telling me what the meaning of fraternal brotherhood means! Secondly, if I wanted to attack your character I would use words far worse than Punk! You seem to have misunderstood my reference to the word PUNK. In my reply I defined it clearly for you. I said that "if you are scared then say you are scared." OA understood and mentioned the same thing. Are you questioning him? It wasn't challenging your "manhood" it was used to tell you to step up to the plate and swing at the ball without worrying about the outcome, because God has planned this for you. Words of ENCOURAGEMENT. If you didn't understand that, then ask me what I meant. DO NOT ASSUME!!! And trust me I will start whatever SHIT that I choose too. AND WHAT!!

Again, we have a misunderstanding. If in fact your words of encouragement are sincere, Thank You!

"06"

. . . Let me also add that my stress level is elevated and I may be hard pressed to be sensitive and understanding to everything. I now know that I may very well be overreacting. If so, please accept my apology to all!!!!

OA - I rec'd your message and again - your mailbox is full

I'm going home and have a beer. Thanks for the message.

Whoooooooooooaaaa!!! Pump your brakes fella. I'm not quite sure you know who you're dealing with.

Anyways.......
 

I heard that Barkely has checked into private rehab clinics around New York! What up wit dat?

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Whaaaaaat? For pain killers? Hmmm, I don't know about that. I know he need to quit gettin' on TV slurrin' his words, lol, I know that.

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Yeah Girl!! Pain Killers are a controlled substance if gets out of hand you will never feel pain or anything else again for that matter.

Well, you know how Charles has been bragging on TNT about how he is getting back down to his playing weight and how "in shape" he is again. We know how. ESPN was talking about how he hasn't been eating regularly as of late, which is contrary to what he has been saying on TV about how he hired a private chef and eats a balanced training diet .

I am an old skool Chucky B fan, and it hurts to see him go out like this. Just think today he looks like Big Luther, and tomorrow Whitney Houston.

I happened to check Chas. Barkley on Inside the NBA last night (after a Laker win w/o a lot of contributions from the diesel daddy), and he's still going through the weigh-in schtick. The next installment is scheduled for the end of January.

He needs to stay on television because he's a marvelously entertaining commentator. :cool:

I agree he is extremely funny. Because he has no TACT! He will say whatever comes to his mind.

That's exactly what I like about him!

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Chas. Barkley, besides being a funny TV commentator, is apparently also a crack sports gambler. :p

This is from the Orange County Register's sports section:


Barkley's big bets: According to the "Sports Betting" column in Sunday's Daily Racing Form, former NBA star Charles Barkley won $700,000 on the Super Bowl in Las Vegas without putting any of his money down.

Barkley wagered $500,000 on the Patriots, plus 14 points, and another $50,000 on the Patriots, straight-up, at 4-1 odds, in the Mandalay Bay sports book.

The wagers were legal, but they were made on Barkley's $500,000 credit line without being required to sign "markers" (a promise to pay his debt in case he lost). Nick Bogdanovich, Mandalay's sports book director, apparently approved the wagers and issued the betting slips to Barkley without the permission of his superiors at the hotel.

When it was discovered that Barkley had exceeded his betting line and had not signed for the bets, a Mandalay Bay casino host tracked down Barkley at the MGM Grand and asked him to cancel the wagers shortly before kickoff. He reportedly refused.

And when the Patriots pulled the stunning upset, Sir Charles collected about $700,000 in winnings.

The next day, Bogdanovich resigned from his job at Mandalay Bay.