CM Punk = Straight Edge?

Hi there everyone,
I was reading a blog today and it was talking about CM Punk and the fact that throughout his career, he has always used the gimmick of being “straight edge” which also follows the claims that he is like it in real life.

In ‘Power Slam’, a wrestling magazine, the magazine editor Findlay Martin answered a readers question on whether or not the ‘straight edge’ gimmick was real or not.

“That’s a vicious rumour, as far as we know,” Martin responds. “We have spoken to many people over the last eight years who have been to bars and nightclubs with Punk and/or travelled with him in Europe and the U.S. and Canada, and all report that Punk has invariably abstained from alcohol, illegal drugs and tobacco.”
Taken from EWrestlingNews.com

He also said that some wrestlers who have worked with Punk in the past thought that the way that he said he lived was a lie.

“Since most wrestlers habitually use alcohol and/or drugs and are instinctively distrustful of fellow wrestlers, the assumption among most who did not know Punk when he was working on the independent circuit and treading water in WWE’s developmental system was that his teetotaler/drug-free claims were bogus,” Martin says. “When he reached WWE television and his fame and word spread that his ‘Straight Edge” gimmick was genuine, Punk was ridiculed and even ostracized by some wrestlers for choosing an alternative lifestyle to theirs.”
Taken from EWrestlingNews.com

Well, I must say that I applaud CM Punk for his non-drinking-smoking-drug free lifestyle. I myself don’t drink, smoke or do drugs and I must say that in today’s society it is very hard to not to do these things without being labelled. I think Punk is a great role-model and I feel as though many more stars in his place should be in that position. Good on him I say!!!!!!!!!!

Anyway, that is all from me for now.
Ta ta for now.
Lil xoxo

Alistair overeem decision

Hi there everyone,
As I have mentioned in previous blogs, Alistair Overeem was dropped from UFC 146 due to failing a drug test. He had a hearing today and now is out for at least nine months, which is a bit of a blow. What I don't understand is how someone in his position, who knew the drug test conditions, would not check, double check or even triple check what was in his medications and/or why the doctor gave him. Mind you, the doctor should've known better as well. He would've known, the same as Overeem, what the drug policy was and what was and wasn't legal. :(
Such a waste of talent really.
Anyway, that is all from me for now. Ta Ta for now :)
Lil xoxo

Evan = rehab????

Hi there again everyone,

A report that I read at one of my fav websites was about Evan Bourne and the fact that he is in rehab!!!!!
The report says that Lilian Garcia’s husband said that he (Evan) was in rehab during an interview online. Many are speculating that this could be a last ditch effort for Evan to save his job.

I’m really hoping that this is true. As I have stated I do like Evan and I think he brings some excitement to the WWE with all of his high flying moves. I would hate for that to go to waste due to a drug problem. I do really hope that this is happening and I hope he wants to get better.

So good luck Evan and I hope that you recover soon

Ta ta for now everyone.
Lil

Chris Benoit: The Movie?????

Hi there everyone,

Last week I read an article online about a company, SRG Films, who are interested in adapting the book ‘Ring of Hell: The Story of Chris Benoit’ and making it into a movie.

“The film will be produced by SRG Films head Dale Alexander Carnegie and is written by Sarah Coulter.”

Apparently, it will cover the struggles that Chris Benoit had throughout his life in professional wrestling.

“Chris Benoit has become a poster child for everything that’s wrong with professional wrestling and Sarah’s terrific script captures his struggles and the many factors that lead to the deaths of three people. People immediately point to steroids, never thinking about the brain trauma these wrestlers can, and do, incur in their profession, nor do they consider the rigorous schedule that keeps them working even when they shouldn’t be. The Benoit story is one that needs to be brought into the light.”

I do personally agree with that statement. I do believe that the situation needs to be brought to the forefront. It’s a very serious and I do think it may cause some controversy due to the sensitivity of the issues surrounding the whole Chris Benoit ‘weekend’ as I call it.

I honestly can’t wait to see how this works out and can’t wait to see the movie if and when it comes out…..

Anyway, that is all for now.
Until next time,
You know you love me,
Lil xoxo

Tyson Tomko update

Hi there everyone,

As you all know, I am very interested in the whole ‘Tyson Tomko’ fiasco and heard some news about it this past week.

As previously mentioned in my posts ‘Tyson Tomko Update’ and ‘Tomko Arrested’, Tomko was arrested for stealing drugs from a CVS and was found in a bathroom taking crushed pills. He was arrested that day and put in a jail with a bond of $7500.

An update to the situation is that he has been formally charged by the state of Florida. He will be arraigned in March 2012. Until then, he is currently undertaking a WWE-sponsored rehab program.

I think that this might actually be good for Tomko. He’s one of my fav wrestlers and so when I heard about the situation I was a little bit shocked. But I am glad that he has gotten some help and I’m so thankful that WWE is taking care of it’s former stars. Really helps I think….. At least I hope so.
I hope to hear some good news come March this coming year…. *fingers crossed*

Anyway, that is all for now.

Until next time,
You know you love me,
Lil xoxo

Jeff Hardy Situation

• Embarrassed
• Upset
• Unhappy
• Bad
• Problems
• Concerned
• Humiliated
• Struggles
• Pathetic
• Hardship
• Disappointed

These are all words relating to Jeff Hardy and his life right now. He is currently facing multiple charges relating to drugs and has had an ongoing trial since 2009. His performance at TNA's pay-per-view 'Victory Road' was less than his normal 5 star match. Many people are calling for him to be fired.  So where does this leave him?

On September 11, 2009 Jeff Hardy was found to be in possession of multiple drugs which included:

• 262 doses of Vicodin
• 180 Soma prescription pills
• 55 millilitres of anabolic steroids
• Residual amount of cocaine and
• drug paraphanalia

He has since been charged with "....trafficking in opium, 2 counts of possession with intent to sell or deliver a controlled substance, maintaining a dwelling to keep a controlled substance, possession of cocaine and possession of drug paraphenalia." (link)
Despite it now being over 18 months later since he was first charged the trial is still going on with the district attorney asking for a continuance pending the results of lab tests on some of the evidence that was taken from Jeff's home.

At TNA's pay-per-view 'Victory Road' last week, Jeff Hardy was deemed by many to be 'unable to wrestle' and should have been pulled from his match (which was a WORLD TITLE SHOT!) with Sting.
Some sources say that Jeff was late to the building on the day and that he was 'apparently' found lying down in the bathroom. Other sources say that "He was fine all day and then no one could find him...".
Regarding his match at the show, heres my rundown on what I saw (via Youtube..... :D )

• 0:07-Hardy's music starts
• 0:52 Hardy appears, taking his time, slow, stumbling, fans still appreaciate him
• 2:51-Looks like he's limping, might be injured......
• 7:34- First bell sounds, Stings looking frustrated as Jeff decides where to throw his shirt
• 9:03-First final bell rings, Sting is declared winner

Many people are saying that when Sting was walking up the ramp after he won the match he looked rathe 'peed off' but many have also said he was professional about the whole situation. Eric Bischoff was also praised with many as he called an 'audible' (if anyone can tell me what that means can you please tell me?) and also how quickly he responded to the situation.

Now, for my point of view.
Honestly, I'm a little confused. I don't know whether to believe it being himself or whther he is just in his 'anti-christ' persona. I'm leaning more towards the character side of things because I don't believe that someone who has recently gotten married and has a child would be like this. Maybe before those but not now.
As I said during the run down of the video, I think Jeff looks like he's injured. It's a possibility. To me, that may be whats happening but the only person who knows that for sure is Jeff.
And also, in regards to whether or not he should be released, I don't think so. Jeff is huge drawcard at his best and I believe that if he was nurtured back to 100% then it would be huge. I also think that TNA also need to put into place a wellness policy so that incidents, should they occur, could be dealt with accordingly.
Maybe it's just me, but I personally, in this situation, would like to believe the saying "Innocent until proven guilty."

For WWE's wellness policy click here
Thats all I have to say for now.
Hope you enjoyed the reading and remember,
You know you love me
xoxo

Jeff Hardy update

Hello there everyone,

Here is an update to the current Jeff Hardy arrest thats been happening....

Jeff Hardy had a trial on March 17on four cases in the Superior Court of Moore County in North Carolina.
Currently he is facing charges of:

• Felony Druf Trafficking
• 2 Counts of felony possession of a schedule 3 controlled substance or drugs
• Misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia
• Conspiracy to traffic opium for trafficking four or more grams but less that fourteen grams of opium/heroin

A new court date (10th May, 2010) has been set though after the judge agreed to Hardy's defense teams request for a continuance. He is free to work with TNA, having recently signed a 1 year deal with them where he, his girlfriend and Shannon Moore will basically travel together and appear together.

Here is a statement from the court that was from September 11, 2009

Sheriff Lane Carter reports the arrest of an individual on charges of trafficking in controlled prescription pills, and possession of anabolic steroids. Sheriff Carter reported a joint investigation conducted by officers from the Moore County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit, Moore County Sheriff's Office Select Enforcement Unit, and Fayetteville Police Department led to the arrest.
Officers executed a search warrant at a residence located at [Address Deleted] near Cameron, North Carolina. During the search officers located and seized approximately 262 Vicodin prescription pills, 180 Soma prescription pills ( Soma's are non-controlled prescription pills), 555 milliliters of anabolic steroids, a residual amount of powder cocaine, and items of drug paraphernalia. Vicodin and anabolic steroids are included in Schedule III within the North Carolina Controlled Substances Act. The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $2,500.00. 

Arrested was:
Jeffrey Nero Hardy 32 years of age 

Jeffrey Nero Hardy was arrested on September 11, 2009 and charged with felony trafficking in opium, two counts of felony possession with intent to sell or deliver a Schedule III controlled substance, felony maintaining a dwelling to keep controlled substance, felony possession of cocaine, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.
Jeffrey Nero Hardy received a $125,000.00 secured bond and was placed in the Moore County Detention Center.

(Taken from 'More on Jeff Hardy's arrest' )


Anyway, that is all for now.

Take care and until next time, you know you love me xoxo

Umagas toxicology report

Hello there my fellow internet users,
Today's news is kind of sad. The toxicology report on Umaga's death (Eddie Fatu) has come through with what killed the Samoan Bulldozer. It has been determined by Dan Morgan, a supervisory forensic investigator for Huoston, Texas' Harris County, that Eddie died from a mixture of hydrocodone (Painkiller), carisprodol (muscle-relaxers) and diazepam (anti-anxiety medication).
It has been said that Eddie was fine and healthy during the 'Hulkamania' tour in Australia and was happy and in fine spirits.
This is very sad to hear. I was quite shocked on the day of Umaga's death and to hear this is just, really really sad. Such a sad loss to the wrestling world and my thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues that will hold the memory of him forever in their hearts.

RIP Umaga!

Age 36

December 4, 2009

Wrestling Gossip Update

Here’s some wrestling rumors for this weekend.

First of all, we now have official confirmation from WWE as to why Umaga was released. Early speculation was confirmed that Umaga had in fact failed a drug test but he had also refused to go to rehab. According to the source, this is unusual as this was his second strike.

This has made me very upset to hear that someone in this position refuses to get help for something that has now cost him his job. I know that my job, I would never do anything to jeopadise it but hey, I guess for some people they think that that is the way to go. What a great role model.....NOT!

Apparently, we will be seeing the last of Rey Mysterio. He has put in notice to WWE for his release which judging by the amount of gossip going out and about at the moment, will be soon.

This is not something that I really wanted to hear. I like Rey and I think that he is one of the main stars on the show and I really can't imagine a show without him. Mind you, I'm sure that I said that about Joey Styles and Taz when they were ring announcers and look where that got them. Who knows what the world is coming too.....

WWE IS LOOKING FOR A NEW RING ANNOUNCER!!!! This just seems silly to me when they have a really good ring announcer in Lilian but hey. They have done some weird things lately. The advert goes along the lines of they want someone, a singer, female in their 20's/30's who is young, attractive to sing the national anthem and be a regular announcer. You have to specify if you have appeared any show like American Idol.....

I'm upset by this. I like Lilian. I think she does a great job and I would hate to see her being replaced for reasons that are not her own. I don't want Lilian to go. I think she should stay there...She is fine where she is.

The UK Sub has released a report in the last few days stating that Tommy Dreamer has signed a new 1 year contract with WWE. He apparently had different options with TNA, WWE and apparently some of the smaller independent scenes but stayed with the WWE because he thought it would be safer.
Honestly, I am so glad that Tommy is still with ECW. To me, he represents what ECW is all about and embodies it all and it wouldn't be the same without him, it really wouldn't. I know I definately said that CM Punk embodied ECW and that I didn't like the fact that he was drafted but I have grown out of Punk. I will never forgive him for taking Jeff's title.

Bigger news is that Randy Orton is apparently ONE strike away from being fired for failing drug tests. The source, although couldn't quote exact dates, said that Orton had one suspension in 2007 and one in 2008. I do remember that he had one because he was among a few superstars, one of them being 'The Masterpiece' Chris Masters. There were some more at the time.
This is something that honestly, doesn't surprise me. I'm not a big fan of Orton and never have been. He's one of those that I can't honestly connect with and thats a little disturbing. As I said with the Umaga case, why would you jeoperdize your job? Why? I don't see the point. Especially Randy, he has a family legacy that he is there to represent and he's doing this? I'm not too sure on this but I'm glad not alot of the younger generation look up to him. He's a bad influence.