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July 30, 2008
Go See the Yanks, Nah!
All right, now I know that overall, the Yankees are averaging about 52,700 fans per game, which clocks in at about 91 percent of their capacity, and I also know that equates to the number one drawing MLB team. BUT...I'll also have you know that while I was heading from Manhattan to the Jersey shore aboard the extremely comfortable and fast moving SeaStreak Ferry, I sat next to a group of Wall Street guys, and I overheard the following conversation, "Hey, you going to the game?" - "Nah. Forget it...Tired of watching the wheels fall off the wagon." The third guy chimes in, "What did you do with the tickets?" - To which the reply was, "I dunno, left on my desk I guess." And the four of them laughed and laughed and laughed. I experienced a myriad of emotions after hearing this blasphemy, but mostly I just wanted to shake the guy and say, "Hey Bucko, I'm only in town for a week, and I've never seen a game at Yankee Stadium! Give 'em to me, you Schmuck!"
But alas, I said nothing and just cursed all three of them under my breath. Instead, I'll do what I usually do. I'll catch the game on the tube and surf the net looking for the coolest personalized gifts for men in the entire universe at the Guyville Store. Guy gifts never looked so good.
July 25, 2008
Southwest Airlines - Making Money
The Los Angeles Times reported that despite massive financial losses and flight cancellations suffered by most major airline carriers, profits are actually up for the bargain carrier. The brain trust at Southwest came up with the idea to hedge their bets with rising fuel costs last year. So while they locked in their fuel rates at a mere $2.19 per gallon, the rest of the industry is choking on $3.51 per gallon. The result has Southwest reporting a jump in 15% profits in second-quarter earnings. While its competition is in "reeling" mode, Southwest is enjoying its opportunity to knock American Airlines off its number 1 perch at LAX.
While Southwest enjoys its rise in the airline game, we like to think we have the edge over the competition in our game - the personalized gifts for men industry. Check it out for yourself and treat the men in your family to some guy gifts they'll love at our Guyville Store.
July 24, 2008
Drunk in the U.K.
U.K. - The Financial Times reported that the drinks industry has apparently called on the government to investigate Britain's binge drinking culture - apparently they are unsure as to what might be the cause of it. There is new research that links cheaper alcohol to rising consumption. Also of note is that since 1970, alcohol is much more affordable than it used to be, and perhaps that is the reason more Brits are taking to the sauce.
C'mon, now. Have any of these guys reporting ever actually been outside of the U.K.? People drink to get drunk because it's freezing all the time! When it pours every day that ends in "y" then you better bet people are going to go to the local pub after work every single day, meet their friends, get sloshed, and stagger home. It's the only way to make that crappy weather palatable.
We embrace our perpetually cold English brethren and support you in your everlasting pursuit of drink. We do this by sending you straight to the flask section of our Guyville Store, so you can not only party, but you can do it in style by finding your favorite personalized gifts for men, and wear it in your inside pocket proudly!
July 22, 2008
Playing Busy At Work
That's right we said it, we know what you're up to at work. You've got a plethora of Post-its surrounding your desk with a thousand to-do's. If your boss ever cared to look closely at them, he'd see that they are filled mostly with jibberish and scribbles. You might be able to fool that goof ball, but you aren't fooling us. We like College Humor's article about Slacking off at Work, and man, we can relate.
Well, we want you to be able to sell your charade. Heaven knows you've paid enough dues for that crummy paycheck, you deserve some time to yourself. So, here's a couple of added tips:
1. Whenever you see your boss, pick up the phone and repeat after me: (breathe heavy, as if you're giving it all you've got, Captain) "I want those reports on my desk right away. If you don't do your job, then how can you expect me to do mine?!" Your boss will be so happy that his minions are hard at work.
2. Angle your computer screen down, so only you can see that you've got College Humor and The Superficial opened up on-screen.
Lastly, visit our Guyville Personalized gifts for men store. You're going to need to load up your desk with all sorts of cool office items to really pull off the "Playing Busy" charade to the highest level.
July 20, 2008
New iPhone 3G Review - Sort of
We were excited to do a review of this heavily anticipated gadget, but a strange thing happened on my way to the long lines at the Apple Store last weekend. After waiting in an endless line to see Hellboy II, and after spending a good two hours in good-old LA traffic to go about seven miles, I realized as I began to embark in yet another line, that was going to be another possible 3 hours, that I just didn't have it in me. So instead, we're going to do the next best thing and give you some highlights about this awesome device as reported by Gizmodo's recent review.
In a nutshell, they love the new iPhone. They specifically talk about the improved GPS, improved software capabilities, including a fabulous touch screen that is the best in the business. One of the only things they didn't love was the plastic, versus aluminum backing of the phone which apparently feels a tad cheaper than before. Wi-Fi reception is better than the old phone when conducting side by side testing. Also, according to data outside of Gizmodo, there is improved battery life with the 3G. Gizmodo will be doing more testing on that as well. Overall, they seem to agree with the general consensus that this is one heck of a great device at a great value. Since we won't have to brave the lines any more, we'll get our own and see for ourselves, but we found this review helpful. If you are looking for any other types of gifts for men, then please visit our personalized guy gifts store, where you can find any and all great gift ideas.
July 18, 2008
Shockers On the British Leaderboard
I bring this blog to you as I sit at my computer at 7:38am and stare in shock at the current leader board at the British Open. You've seen the face, but perhaps you don't remember the Great White Shark, it's been so long. Greg Norman is perched upon the leader board in sole possession of first place, as of right this second. He has finished his first two days at even par, owning a pair of 70's. It's a shocker to be sure - after all, Norman is 53 years old! To make a comparison, Camilo Villegas, who sits one shot behind Norman at one over par is only 26 years old...yes, your math is correct, less than half Norman's age! Ready for shocker number 2? Also upon the leader board (and I'm positive this will change any moment now) David Duvall is tied for 3rd!
Clearly these guys took my earlier advice and visited our awesome personalized gifts for men Guyville Store and bought some of our magic putters. It's the only thing that makes any sense.
July 16, 2008
Is it Finally Sergio's Time?
The British Open begins this week, and with Tiger out for the year this opens up an opportunity for the rest of the guys in the field. It's kind of sad that these fantastic athletes have been relegated to simply, "the guys in the field" and those "guys" are everyone else in the world whose name isn't Woods. One of those guys is Sergio Garcia, who has more top tens in the open than anyone else this decade. Is it finally Sergio time? All signs point to maybe. Sergio is the favorite this week in Vegas at 8 to 1 odds. Garcia ended a three-year victory drought in May when he captured THE PLAYERS Championship in a sudden-death playoff over Paul Goydos, despite taking 18 more putts in regulation. Two weeks ago, he finished strong to finish runner-up at the French Open.
A mere five days from now we'll know whether or not this young Spaniard is Claret Jug worthy. He loves the British fans and they love him right back. "Hey, Serg, we want you to know that we love you too. Good luck! Oh, and bring some of your own fist pumping this week." If his putter abandons him, then we can also make a few strong suggestions as to what putters might bring him luck. All you have to do, Sergio, is visit our personalized gifts for men store, and let Guyville bring the putting mojo to you.
July 13, 2008
The House That Ruth Built
I know we at Guyville are probably not the only ones really saddened by the end of the Yankee Stadium era. We still have more games to look forward to. The season isn't over yet, and even though the Yanks are five and a half out of first, the fat lady hasn't even begun to warm up the vocal chords yet. Still a lot to look forward to, including the final All-Star game to be played at the house that Ruth built. Now we know there is a $1.3 Billion dollar new Yankee Stadium being built right next door. We know intuitively it'll have all the greatest amenities, more comfortable seating, perhaps, but let's face it, we wouldn't care if it cost $20 billion dollars. It just isn't the same.
In honor of Yankee Stadium and the final All-Star game to be played there, we've decided to go crazy and give away some of our famous Personalized Baseball Bats always a gifts for men favorite item. These bats are the real deal and can be personalized with darn near anything. Here's an idea personalize yours with this: "Don't Tear Down Yankee Stadium!" Not sure it'll do any good but you'll feel better and so will we.
If you have any other guy gifts to think about in the near future, please visit our Guyville Store where you'll find all the gifts for him you'll ever need.
July 9, 2008
Guys Who Look Like Kenny Rogers
Let us here at Guyville be the first to tell you that looking like Kenny Rogers isn't a gift from the heavens. It certainly is no accident either. You think these faux Kenny Rogers wake up in the morning with that perfectly feathered hair? You think that perfectly trimmed beard with just the right amount of salt and pepper just happens naturally? No chance. The brilliant "Men Who Look Like Kenny Rogers" website pays homage to these guys who engineer that perfect look and do it with style. We take our ten gallon cowboy hats off to all of ya'll Kenny Rogers(es) out there. You guys rock! Keep in mind, since we are a gifts for men store specializing in personalized guy gifts for even the most discriminate and hard to buy for dudes out there, we have a few shaving kits we'd like to suggest. That's only if the Missus complains of 25 years of your perfectly groomed itchy, scratchy beard of wonder.
For a plethora of other gifts for him, please visit our Guyville Store.
July 8, 2008
Can Pen Holders Be Manly?
Can pen holders be manly you ask? Does a dove have wings? Is a lake wet? Can a Chuck Norris roundhouse kick break the sound barrier? Yes, yes, yes and yes. Only a manly store like Guyville could come up with a testosterone induced gift such as the Personalized Rifle Shell Pen Holder. This awesomely innovative gift is made from premium leather and the pen holders are made from shined up rifle shells. So you know it's good. Add to this a nickel plated name plate to make it personal and now you've got not just a guy gift, but a guy gift that kicks ass. Make sure that when you're reading this blog, you're doing it like you've just smoked a carton of cigarettes and gargled with marbles. Then you'll get the full effect of what we're offering here.
Oh, and if you need some more ingenious gifts for men ideas, then get off your saddle and head over to our Guyville Store, where you'll find all the personalized guy gifts you can ever dream of.
July 5, 2008
Happy 4th of July!
So what did you do on the 4th? Our Guyville family brings to you a terrific and pretty inventive pool trick that went swimmingly well on the first take. Okay...well, maybe not the first take, but we got it done before the fireworks show, so that ain't bad!
This video represents everything that we love about this holiday. It doesn't cost anything beyond some margarita mix, some wine and perhaps a little beer, and the company of great family and friends. In a world where tragedy, war and impending economic collapse loom around every corner, it's no wonder that the simple things in life are forever cherished. From our family to yours, we at Guyville hope you had a 'blast' this 4th of July. Next up...the 2008 MLB All Star Game!
If you're looking for some great gifts for men, look no further than our Personalized Guyville Store for all the guy gifts you'll ever need!
July 1, 2008
Picking the Right Bat For Him
So, he has a big baseball collection. He's had the cards since he was eight years-old and by now they're worth five times what the house is worth, especially since real estate in its downward shift--wait, let's just call it what it is...its downward spiral. So we, of course, being a gifts for men store, want to add to his awesome collection by suggesting our line of Personalized Bats, which in honor of the 2008 All Star Game we've decided to put on sale at 20% off our normal (already awesome) price.
Since these Sluggers are for his collection, we also wanted to give you some pointers as to how to buy a baseball bat for him that will serve a purpose other than adorning his collection. There are tough questions to answer here, such as, wood or aluminum, getting a feel for the pine, etc. etc. Enjoy the sale! It ends soon! If you need other guy gifts suggestions, please visit our personalized Guyville Store for endless ideas.
