My Hero

When I started this blog about a year ago, my whole purpose was to influence search engines to rank my web design firm in Austin, Texas higher. I've never understood why anyone would want a "real" blog. I don't see the appeal of reading the boring postings of ordinary everyday people, and I can't for the life of me imagine anyone wanting to read mine (as stated in an earlier post on this blog, my target audience consists of search engine robots).

Well now the unthinkable has happened! I came across an article that is so compelling that I have finally strayed from my SEO (search engine optimization) mission and posted something non-web-related. At the risk of becoming another inane blogger, I hereby submit to you, dear reader, this post:

As a kid growing up in Austin, Texas I quickly realized that normal athletic endeavors led to perspiration and exhaustion. As I matured into my teen years and my intellect began to evolve, I discovered indoor sports - pool, bowling, shuffleboard, darts, pinball, etc. What a revelation! Not only could I now pursue these worthwhile athletic avenues, I could do it in the comfort of air conditioning! By that time I had a pretty serious smoking habit, so the proximity to ash trays was helpful. I also discovered the performance enhancing effects of alcohol.


When John Daly exploded on to the PGA tour by winning the 1991 PGA Championship, I knew I had found a kindred spirit. Over the years he has never let me down and it was with great satisfaction that I read of Fox Sports decision to name Daly the worst-conditioned athlete in all of sports.


The ever inspirational John Daly

Over the past several years I have gradually relinquished most of my bad habits. I no longer smoke. I've lost 60 pounds over the last 3 years. I exercise regularly and drink less.

I sure do miss my vices. Thank goodness I can still live vicariously through my hero. Keep fighting the good fight John.

Read the article: http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/7128994?MSNHPHCP&GT1=10437