Friday, March 27, 2026

The Deck at 260 Volume 35

Whew this pollen out on the deck as well as hot topics! 

Hubert Davis v Belichick, GLP, Lent, Easter, New Big Stuff, Shortcuts in life, Tank and Tyrese Versuz

UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis was fired this week after the Tarheels were bounced in the first round of the NCAA men's tournament. Now while Hubert's teams underachieved and this one imploded after losing their best player, there are some things to look at. One is that he didn't have a losing record. Two in football, legendary coach Bill Belichick stunk it up in his first season and got an extension. Racial or otherwise bias, I would say so. I would also say it shows that Black people even in 2026 cannot be average. Let's keep watching other coached like Kelvin Sampson and Marcus Freeman. I have to be careful also as a man of color. I'm held to a different standard also. 

I didn't realize people were so passionate about GLP-1s or passionate against me or just passionate! Here's my simple take. I only implied I wasn't a fan of them (which I'm not). I do stand on the concept they are not a natural weight loss supplement. They are a medical supplement for sure. Hollywood and other famous people have used them as the latest diet fad.If your doctor prescribes any of these medications for T2 diabetes, take them. However know the risk, use with care, and don't forget about consistent diet, exercise, stress control and rest. I say the same about surgeries. They are a tool. Just like anything else I discuss on the deck, you do not have to disagree and can keep it moving. I don't agree with many things I don't discuss but you know what I do? Keep it moving. Those that know me best know that's growth for me as I'm almost 48. 

Lent is almost over and Easter is almost here. I cannot believe in 2026 people are still debating Christians for observing Lent. Point being, it's healthy to debate and talk things over. I think people need to mind their own business. Second, I LOVE Easter! I'm not a fan of attending church if you only attend on Easter and/or Christmas. I've made peace with it though. 

Winthrop University (the WU) has a new remastered athletic logo with the beloved mascot, Big Stuff. I've had a love/hate relationship for years with the current academic logo. This logo helps out a lot to balance an ambiguous logo. I do love the classic Eagle head though! 

Tank and Tyrese had their Versuz last night. While Tyrese is talented, Tank is a little more talented and has a greater cataloged. I don't know many other songs from Tyrese other than "Sweet Lady". It wasn't completely one sided, I just want to see a Versuz similar to Cash Money and No Limit with more balance. 

Finally I want to address shortcuts in life, which like it or not, that's what the majority of people use GLP-1 shots for. I won't go into full detail, I will just say I was accused of using shortcuts, cutting corners, etc. Far as your health, one should never do this. I did hire a trainer (and I may rehire her soon or another) so I stay fully on track. Do what is best for you but also do the right thing ethically. Please match your work ethic and body of work with what is actually happening. I've been a bigger advocate of this for abojt a year now. We live in a world of free will. Live how you wish but don't feel you have to fake nor lie about how you live. Be authentic and genuine! 

Until next time,...

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