After finally being able to listen to all of Friday's CGS, I felt it was necessary from the fans to give Lino's Mom more blog time then just the two short entries Dan made. I know I am going against one of the 11th commandments when I say this but............That show was THE BEST EVER !!!!!!

I was constantly laughing or chuckling especially during the first hour. In fact, out of respect for my wife I had to leave the comforts of my bed. Normally, she doesn't have a problem with me going to bed with Lino but she had to draw the line at Lino's Mom. You see, I kept try to suppress my laughter but it ended up just being a series of snorts and chortles. I think initially she thought I had developed some strange form of sleep apnea. This forced me to find another area in the house to listen.

Oh and how I was reward. I felt in some ways for Lino. My kids are constantly coming home from Grandma's house with a story about me. Fortunately, I have 3 other brother to deflect to. Telling my kids, "Grandma's confused that was your Uncle who did that?"

I really wish I could spend the day just recapping the show for all those who missed it. However work calls . In closing, I would suggest to Ryan to have a weekly or minimum monthly call in with Lino's mom. It would be the most anticipated segment. And Mrs. Rulli if they don't line it up, call in frequently. After all Lino is your son and it would boost the show to higher levels than it already is obtaining. BTW, I can address her in this blog because she mentioned she often checks out this site. That was both an exhilarating and sobering comment. I mean it's nice to know she checks in, but I have a feeling I'll never blog again without wondering what Mrs. Rulli might think of it.

Or here is a spontaneous thought. Mrs. Rulli you could be a contributor to this blog. Man, that would be great. Maybe just send us a few photos of Lino in his youth. Lino may not appreciate the framed collection of photos you made. But everyone shot sent our way would be treasured. Just attached them to an email and send it to scrappingerman@yahoo.com. This is your chance to bring young Lino Rulli's early life to his adoring fans. Please, consider.

BTW, Mrs. Rulli, my wife's birthday's coming up Nov 16. Last year I won a pope bottle opener for her on her B-Day. This summer I won a Som Domino Cross for our anniversary. Yeah, I'm a big spender. But my point is if you have anything extra in that stash of yours.......well the emails above. Of course, I would compensate you.

Mrs. Rulli thanks for contributing to a great show. Thanks for raising a entertaining son. This short blog does not do justice to all the joy you brought me while I listened to the show over the weekend. Looking forward to working with you in the future.

GOD BLESS YOU MOTHER!!!!