It's an old poolroom joke name. But I first heard it in a much different context from a champion player, who was describing what it took to become a champion, and how you know when you've arrived. He told me, "You know you're a champion when you can walk into any pool hall in the world, against any opponent in the world; and the only question on your mind is 'will he bet more.'" As an aspiring short stop/road player, I just thought it was appropriate.
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It's a funny story, really. One day I was all comfortable, floating around in some dark place, minding my own business, then the next thing you know there was bright light, a bunch of noise, commotion, and some moron smacking me on the ass! 
I've been known as Jimmy ever since.
Okay ... well ... James, actually, but when I was old enough to really decide what to be called I went by "Jim".
I've been known as Jimmy ever since.
Okay ... well ... James, actually, but when I was old enough to really decide what to be called I went by "Jim".
Ironman
Sveral years ago i played many Marothon Matches. Many went over 24 hrs.
Once though I matched up with this guy giving him the 6/7/8 I break and it took 37 hours to win 25 games. Someone toward the end made some reference to ironman and it just stuck.
The joke used to be that if they were still standing after 21 hours, they were mine.
Sveral years ago i played many Marothon Matches. Many went over 24 hrs.
Once though I matched up with this guy giving him the 6/7/8 I break and it took 37 hours to win 25 games. Someone toward the end made some reference to ironman and it just stuck.
The joke used to be that if they were still standing after 21 hours, they were mine.
It's a-one for the money....
My surname is Hughes. The rest just fits - my mates call me 'Blue' now. I think it's a kinda cool pool name.
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My surname is Hughes. The rest just fits - my mates call me 'Blue' now. I think it's a kinda cool pool name.
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BS
She came down from Cincinnati
It took her three days on the train
Lookin’ for some peace and quiet
Hoped to see the sun again
But now she lives down by the ocean
She’s takin’ care to look for sharks
They hang out in the local bars
And they feed right after dark
She’s saving up all of her money
Wants to head it south in May
Maybe roll in the sand with a rock ’n’ roll man
Somewhere down Montserrat way
But the money’s good in the season
Helps to lighten up her load
Boys keep her high as the months go by
She’s getting postcards from the road
Sailed off to Antigua
It took her three days on a boat
Lookin’ for some peace and quiet
Maybe keep her dreams afloat
But now she feels like a remora
’cause the school’s still close at hand
Just behind the reef are the big white teeth
Of the sharks that can swim on the land
Can’t you feel ’em circlin’, honey?
Can’t you feel ’em schoolin’ around?
You got fins to the left, fins to the right
And you’re the only bait in town
You got fins to the left, fins to the right
And you’re the only girl in town
_/(_ _/(_ _/(_
It took her three days on the train
Lookin’ for some peace and quiet
Hoped to see the sun again
But now she lives down by the ocean
She’s takin’ care to look for sharks
They hang out in the local bars
And they feed right after dark
She’s saving up all of her money
Wants to head it south in May
Maybe roll in the sand with a rock ’n’ roll man
Somewhere down Montserrat way
But the money’s good in the season
Helps to lighten up her load
Boys keep her high as the months go by
She’s getting postcards from the road
Sailed off to Antigua
It took her three days on a boat
Lookin’ for some peace and quiet
Maybe keep her dreams afloat
But now she feels like a remora
’cause the school’s still close at hand
Just behind the reef are the big white teeth
Of the sharks that can swim on the land
Can’t you feel ’em circlin’, honey?
Can’t you feel ’em schoolin’ around?
You got fins to the left, fins to the right
And you’re the only bait in town
You got fins to the left, fins to the right
And you’re the only girl in town
_/(_ _/(_ _/(_
The Baby's Arm said:The Baby's Arm refers to the size of my ______. Just going by all of the reviews by the female contingent in Athens and North Georgia. I don't know what it means.
My last GF called me "Third Leg"...
The Baby's Arm said:The Baby's Arm refers to the size of my ______. Just going by all of the reviews by the female contingent in Athens and North Georgia. I don't know what it means.
Maybe this explains why you are such a big dick about tipping those that play hard for you?
OK, OK, I don't know you, but I couldn't resist referencing your posts about not feeling obligated to tip someone you bought in a Calcutta...hope you have a good sense of humor
. That thread was very amusing.
The Baby's Arm
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12squared said:Maybe this explains why you are such a big dick about tipping those that play hard for you?
OK, OK, I don't know you, but I couldn't resist referencing your posts about not feeling obligated to tip someone you bought in a Calcutta...hope you have a good sense of humor
Ok, I will give them tips from now on. 1) Don't grow corn in the winter 2) Don't eat yellow snow 3) Don't piss into the wind 4) Keep your head down on the backswing 5) Buy yourself in the calcutta next time if you want any money from it
Island Drive said:
I suppose this a good place to tell a boring story.
I've been on forums forever. Okay no forever, but since 1996 or earlier. Most of us used our real name, and as we continued through to Bulletin Boards, USENET, and Web Forums, we also continued to use our real names.
When I started writing the Cue Makers Corner monthly article for Inside POOL, it was suggested to me by one of my internet friends that I needed to stop engaging in flame wars (for reputation's sake.) Since I couldn't give up one of my favorite passtimes, I thought I could simply change my internet name and post anonymously.
I didn't quite follow through quickly, but a few years ago, I decided that if I ever decided to not use my name as my ID, that I would use a name related to the reason why I would ever change it in the first place. So, Cornerman was born. (I actually have another alias, but it's a place holder, not a flame thrower.)
I'm not exactly posting anonymously, but it separates me from the internet. I suppose that's what others have been doing all along by not using their real name.
Regards,
Fred Agnir <~~~ writing from the Corner
When I worked in Georgia or lived out of state and people asked where I was from, I would say "Northern California".
About 40% of them would immediately start talking about Humboldts finest agricultural product. I started joking that I should just call myself Bud Green from Cali.
About 40% of them would immediately start talking about Humboldts finest agricultural product. I started joking that I should just call myself Bud Green from Cali.
My real name is Smorgass Bored,but my friends call me Tampa Tubby.I wouldn't dream of posting anonymously..... imo
PoolSleuth
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I love and and am fascinated by the game of Pool, my curiosity always has me trying to figure out how to play better, make harder shots, and just figure out how better players pull off some of their shot they make.
Like a Sleuth, Detective, or Investigator. I am always watching, and trying to learn I find answers to the questions why, how come, and how.
Like a Sleuth, Detective, or Investigator. I am always watching, and trying to learn I find answers to the questions why, how come, and how.
. Happy new year TBA & everyone.
