Apples Pained
Realize Their Good Fortune
RealLife
Nashville TN
The Apples today join the rest of the world in expressing their deepest sadness upon hearing of the assassination of former Pakistan Prime Minister and opposition leader Benazir Bhutto.
"It feels like I've been kicked in the stomach " said Don Bernitt this morning. "It is a crying shame that we have to witness mans inhumanity to man like this." "What about peace on earth and goodwill to all" continued Bernitt
Bernitt went on to say that although he would not pretend to be able to tell anyone of the long history and struggles of the Pakistani people, he would however stand up in front of anyone and tell them that the assassination of Bhutto should be publicly condemned by all. To quote Mohandas Gandhi " Non-cooperation with evil is a sacred duty"
"As we in America enter into our political season and prepare to elect a new President, it is our duty to be individually aware that we are living in the greatest country on earth and we must all reject the violent avenues taken today in Pakistan." added Bernitt
Peace be with Benazir Bhutto and GOD bless America.
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Merry Christmas from the Apples
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through Nashville
Not a creature was stirring, not even an Apple;
The stockings were hung on the bat rack with care,
In hopes that opening day soon would be there.
With Tony in his new red shoes and Brooke in her cap,
the Apples had settled down for their off season nap,
The Apples were nestled all snug in their beds,
while visions of another undefeated season danced in their heads.
When out on Granny White Field there arose a clatter,
I jumped from my sauna to see what was the matter.
Away to the dugout I flew like a flash,
tore open the gate and threw out the starting lineup.
When what to my wondering eyes should appear,
but a dozen new balls and a case of Coors Light Beer.
Then there was a bald old Apple so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be Don Bernitt
More rapid than John Jones the team they came,
and he whistled and shouted and called them by name;
Now Keith, now Patty, now Robin and Gregs,
On Christi, On Tiffany, and Sarah and Shane
From the top of the batting order to the top of the standings,
now hit that ball,hit that ball, hit that ball all!
And then in a twinkling was heard on the dugout roof,
the prancing and pawing of Bella's little hoof.
As I spat in my hand, and was turning around,
down the dugout Commissioner Sammy Metz came with a bound.
He was dressed in Apple red from his head to his foot,
and his clothes were tarnished with seaweed and soot.
A bundle of new Apple uniforms he had flung on his back,
and he looked like a school boy just opening his pack.
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
soon gave me to know that the Apples are not dead.
He spoke not a word but instead went straight to work,
and filled all the bat bags before calling the umpire a jerk.
Laying a finger aside his nose, and giving a nod out the dugout he went.
I heard him exclaim as he rounded third and was soon out of sight,
"Merry Christmas from the Apples and to all a good night."
How bout them Apples !!
Not a creature was stirring, not even an Apple;
The stockings were hung on the bat rack with care,
In hopes that opening day soon would be there.
With Tony in his new red shoes and Brooke in her cap,
the Apples had settled down for their off season nap,
The Apples were nestled all snug in their beds,
while visions of another undefeated season danced in their heads.
When out on Granny White Field there arose a clatter,
I jumped from my sauna to see what was the matter.
Away to the dugout I flew like a flash,
tore open the gate and threw out the starting lineup.
When what to my wondering eyes should appear,
but a dozen new balls and a case of Coors Light Beer.
Then there was a bald old Apple so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be Don Bernitt
More rapid than John Jones the team they came,
and he whistled and shouted and called them by name;
Now Keith, now Patty, now Robin and Gregs,
On Christi, On Tiffany, and Sarah and Shane
From the top of the batting order to the top of the standings,
now hit that ball,hit that ball, hit that ball all!
And then in a twinkling was heard on the dugout roof,
the prancing and pawing of Bella's little hoof.
As I spat in my hand, and was turning around,
down the dugout Commissioner Sammy Metz came with a bound.
He was dressed in Apple red from his head to his foot,
and his clothes were tarnished with seaweed and soot.
A bundle of new Apple uniforms he had flung on his back,
and he looked like a school boy just opening his pack.
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
soon gave me to know that the Apples are not dead.
He spoke not a word but instead went straight to work,
and filled all the bat bags before calling the umpire a jerk.
Laying a finger aside his nose, and giving a nod out the dugout he went.
I heard him exclaim as he rounded third and was soon out of sight,
"Merry Christmas from the Apples and to all a good night."
How bout them Apples !!
Saturday, December 15, 2007
A New Apple Arrives
Holiday Season Brings A Gift
Apples Celebrate A New Life
Girlsrule
Nashville, TN
It what undoubtedly is the greatest gift of all, the Apples today announced the newest member of the Apples with the birth of Paula Grace Alexander.
Gracie as she will be known is the daughter of 2007 Apple All - Star and League MVP Shane Alexander and his wife Angela. " It is by the grace of God that Angela and I have been blessed with our beautiful daughter " said the proud father as he left the hospital to take his most special gift of the year home for her first Christmas.
The entire Apple family extends their best wishes to Shane, Angela and Gracie.
How bout them Apples !!
Apples Celebrate A New Life
Girlsrule
Nashville, TN
It what undoubtedly is the greatest gift of all, the Apples today announced the newest member of the Apples with the birth of Paula Grace Alexander.
Gracie as she will be known is the daughter of 2007 Apple All - Star and League MVP Shane Alexander and his wife Angela. " It is by the grace of God that Angela and I have been blessed with our beautiful daughter " said the proud father as he left the hospital to take his most special gift of the year home for her first Christmas.
The entire Apple family extends their best wishes to Shane, Angela and Gracie.
How bout them Apples !!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Kaylor On The Move
Apples Active In Hot Stove League
Kaylor to Join Wisekal in Arizona
Sunnyside Up
Nashville TN
As was first reported yesterday, the Apples have officially announced that last years Team Apparel Manager Tim Kaylor has accepted a similar position at the teams former Spring Training Complex in Phoenix, Arizona.
" I'm excited as heck " Kaylor said when reached for comment last night at a Nashville Christmas tree lot. " This is always a joyful time of year for me and I feel especially grateful this year for the gift of this opportunity that has come my way." When asked what he would miss the most about Nashville as he heads to the Grand Canyon State, Kalyor said " The UT Vols and the GTC. "
Kaylor will be joining Exec. V.P. Chris Wisekal who's move to Arizona was announced on this blog this past Oct. Wisekal could not be reached for comment on Kaylor's pending move which is not uncommon for Wiskeal who tends to spend a good bit of his off season drinking wine and smoking cigars in the hot tub at his sprawling Middle Tennessee home.
Of course no off season news would be complete without a word or two from AGFHOF Don Bernitt who himself is in the middle of a hectic off season of training and restructuring. When approached at the Nashville Airport before departing on a flight for Moscow to meet with Vladimir Putin, Bernitt said " I'm happy for Tim, he has been a great friend of the Apples in Nashville and I will miss him." " However" added Bernitt " I've made several trips to the Valley of the Sun the past few years and now I have another reason to go"
And so the off season rolls on and the clock continues to tick, 93 days till opening day.
How bout them Apples
Kaylor to Join Wisekal in Arizona
Sunnyside Up
Nashville TN
As was first reported yesterday, the Apples have officially announced that last years Team Apparel Manager Tim Kaylor has accepted a similar position at the teams former Spring Training Complex in Phoenix, Arizona.
" I'm excited as heck " Kaylor said when reached for comment last night at a Nashville Christmas tree lot. " This is always a joyful time of year for me and I feel especially grateful this year for the gift of this opportunity that has come my way." When asked what he would miss the most about Nashville as he heads to the Grand Canyon State, Kalyor said " The UT Vols and the GTC. "
Kaylor will be joining Exec. V.P. Chris Wisekal who's move to Arizona was announced on this blog this past Oct. Wisekal could not be reached for comment on Kaylor's pending move which is not uncommon for Wiskeal who tends to spend a good bit of his off season drinking wine and smoking cigars in the hot tub at his sprawling Middle Tennessee home.
Of course no off season news would be complete without a word or two from AGFHOF Don Bernitt who himself is in the middle of a hectic off season of training and restructuring. When approached at the Nashville Airport before departing on a flight for Moscow to meet with Vladimir Putin, Bernitt said " I'm happy for Tim, he has been a great friend of the Apples in Nashville and I will miss him." " However" added Bernitt " I've made several trips to the Valley of the Sun the past few years and now I have another reason to go"
And so the off season rolls on and the clock continues to tick, 93 days till opening day.
How bout them Apples
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Apples To Hold Press Conference
Off Season Announcement Planned
Details Unknown At This Time
WhatsNext
Nashville
Sources close to the Apples are today reporting that a "major" off season announcement is pending and that an formal press conference is being planned for this week.
When contacted over the weekend for comment AGFHOF Don Bernitt denied reports that the Apples were about to announce their 2008 title sponsor. The Apples have been in high level discussions for several weeks as they work towards finalizing what is expected to be a long term naming rights deal with the team.
Bernitt, who had just finished meeting with team procurement officials responsible for the naming rights negotiations, refused to comment on the specific Apples news that is pending. "I can tell you this much " said Bernitt " this is not about our naming rights or our new stadium, it's simply news of a rooster move that will have a few folks being shuffled around." Bernitt then joined several other Apples as they watched video tapes of the recent World Hot Air Balloon Championships that were held in Phoenix, AZ. " I thought I'd take a look at Phoenix on video tape since the Titans SUCK and wont be going there for the Super Bowl " added Bernit
If recent Apple events are any indication of what is to come next then the one thing can be said for sure............ How bout them Apples!
Details Unknown At This Time
WhatsNext
Nashville
Sources close to the Apples are today reporting that a "major" off season announcement is pending and that an formal press conference is being planned for this week.
When contacted over the weekend for comment AGFHOF Don Bernitt denied reports that the Apples were about to announce their 2008 title sponsor. The Apples have been in high level discussions for several weeks as they work towards finalizing what is expected to be a long term naming rights deal with the team.
Bernitt, who had just finished meeting with team procurement officials responsible for the naming rights negotiations, refused to comment on the specific Apples news that is pending. "I can tell you this much " said Bernitt " this is not about our naming rights or our new stadium, it's simply news of a rooster move that will have a few folks being shuffled around." Bernitt then joined several other Apples as they watched video tapes of the recent World Hot Air Balloon Championships that were held in Phoenix, AZ. " I thought I'd take a look at Phoenix on video tape since the Titans SUCK and wont be going there for the Super Bowl " added Bernit
If recent Apple events are any indication of what is to come next then the one thing can be said for sure............ How bout them Apples!
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