The final final word

[Snoopy the Celtics Beagle]

At 11:26 PM 12/5/2007, JB wrote:


>On Dec 5, 2007, at 9:31 PM, asterix ninetynine wrote:
>
> > Here is what I posted to JB and Justin's blog wherein all this
> > started:
> >
> >  In the warrior traditions of several West African cultures,
> > notably the Ashanti tribe of Ghana, the ritualistic sprinkling of
> > talcum powder is symbolic of victory and honor. Talcum powder is
> > prominently used in other rituals as well although I am unable to
> > confirm its use prior to a sporting match.
> >
> > Nonetheless, having lit the fuse to this stinkbomb I think it is
> > the RESPONSIBILTY of JB, Justin, et al to determine WHY Kevin
> > Garnett performs this pre-game ritual. You do get a press pass
> > don't you? Well then, earn it.
>******
>
>         Very interesting, Asterix.
>         Do you have any link to this ?
>         I've just read a few thousand words on the "Ashanti" and could find
>no mention of this "powering."
>         We do have a pass, although getting access to Garnett is not easy.
>

I bet he meant the "Vishanti" and was quoting Dr. Strange, by the 
Hoary Hosts of Horry!  :)

Why, yes, I *am* a wiseass, why do you ask?  :)

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