Introduction: Carl Shelton (GloryDayz88)
by Carl Shelton (GloryDayz88) on Jan 27, 2009 7:00 PM CST
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PrintBefore I formally introduce myself, I feel an obligation to use these first few lines to thank Grizz, Raf, Brandon, Tuna, Raul, and anyone else who was involved in the selection process. I would also like to thank everyone who recommended me for this position, and also those who took the time to read and comment on my posts. I am very proud and feel very fortunate to be a part of this team.
As far as me from a personal standpoint, I am a 26-year-old Des Moines, Iowa-native, though I refer to Sarasota, Florida as my second home. I am married, and the Lord has blessed my wife and I with three wonderful daughters, our most recent addition being born only ten days ago. Outside of the time I spend with my family, I don't do much other than work out, and risk frostbite on a daily basis as I travel across the state repairing hot tubs. Yeah, not real exciting.
My football credentials are modest. I, like every other warm blooded American male, played high school football of course. After that I spent two seasons playing wide receiver and busting the wedge at NAIA Graceland University. My poor off-field choices shortened my college playing days, but I apparently did enough to get a couple of looks from a few CFL and Arena squads. Nothing really materialized, though I did stick around for a cup of coffee (more like instant coffee) with the Evansville Bluecats of the United Indoor Football league. It's sad but looking back I would have to say one of my biggest accomplishments was being a part of a defense that roughed up Kyle Orton in his first high school start. My resume is nothing to tell my grandkids about, but I think I've played enough ball to have perspective on certain things. I have never been near the NFL, but with a lot of things football is just football.
As I said, I am honored to be a part of BTB. I think that we have a good thing going here, and I will do the best I can to further improve it. I'm glad that this blog is committed to a level of integrity and professionalism unseen in other NFL blogs.
My promise to all of you is to work diligently, to be credible, and to be open-minded toward the views, opinions, and beliefs of everyone in this family. At times I start fires to raise interest, but at the end of the day, we are all here for the same reason. This is going to be a lot of fun.
GO COWBOYS.
...and GO SEMINOLES...take that Grizz.
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And Congrats to Jim Vance as well
IF YOU'RE LOOKIN FOR ME...I'M AT THE SCRIP CLUB WITH PACMAN......AND WE'RE BEING REBELLION!!
by Carl Shelton (GloryDayz88) on Jan 27, 2009 7:07 PM CST reply actions
noles had a great team in '93
likely the 2nd best team in the land that year. not often you can say that about the supposed “national champs”. congrats all around to you and Vance both.
Congrats GloryDayz88
Look forward to reading your articles…
and i would be thrilled with that draft… that would be nice
by CowboysFan4Life on Jan 27, 2009 7:26 PM CST up reply actions
Congratulations man
I’ve always enjoyed reading your fanposts and general posts. You provide alot of insight and definitely a new perspective to make this blog even better. Looking forward to your contributions and good luck to you and Jim Vance.
"Aw Shucks" - Wade Phillips
Congratulations on the new addition!
and being the newest writer to the blog as well.
Best of luck!
Let T.O. Go!
by Captain Comeback on Jan 27, 2009 7:22 PM CST reply actions
Congratulations Glory and Jim Vance
I’ve enjoyed your posts and perspectives. Looking forward to seeing what else you fellas have to say.
It's going to be a lot of fun, indeed!
Glad to have you on the front page, Glory!
Come and whisper in my ear, give us dirty laundry - ESPN
Looking forward to reading some more of your great posts.
You wouldn't have won if we'd beaten you.
- Yogi Berra
Mucho Congrats, Glory!!!
I highly anticipate reading more of your unique, yet insightful perspective on topics relative to our Dallas Cowboys.
Oh, and lest I forget, mega-mega congrats on the birth of your little one!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Celebrity or Imposter?
YOU Decide...
http://www.xanga.com/metaltometal/689036052/celebrity-or-imposter/
You hit the nail on the head.
We’re a lucky bunch to have such a great blog to visit. Your posts always add to the the collective “wisdom” and often the excitement. Congratulations and good luck, I look forward to your work.
by StillHateTheGiants on Jan 27, 2009 8:24 PM CST reply actions
Grats Glory
I haven’t been a member of this site for very long but I always enjoyed your fan posts. I think between you and Jim and the existing bloggers we have one hell of a crew! Lookin forward to it. As others have said also, congrats on the newest family additions as well.
Congrats Glory
Look foward to reading more of your stuff
"Ask Philly was it hard tryin' a stop TO, he da main reason that the fans would come fo'."
Congratulations on being chosen
GloryDayz88 – looking forward to the future of the Cowboys and BTB.
Blessings on your newest addition to the family.
Keep Startin' Fires!
"Well, we didn't block real good but we made up for it by not tackling."
- John McKay, the first coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Nice...
I really like reading your stuff. Grizz made some good choices with yourself and JV.
Defending Big D: A Dallas Stars blog on SBN: easy to use, free to join.
by Brandon Worley on Jan 27, 2009 11:01 PM CST reply actions
Congrats on the new addition and new position
see what I did there
Hot tub repair in Iowa? Don’t think I could have guessed that in less than a million attempts.
T-New, shutting down WR's for Dallas since 2003
glory
you don’t know Cris Welch do you? Old friend of his from Okla.
Coach Cris Welch?
IF YOU'RE LOOKIN FOR ME...I'M AT THE SCRIP CLUB WITH PACMAN......AND WE'RE BEING REBELLION!!
by Carl Shelton (GloryDayz88) on Jan 28, 2009 6:15 AM CST up reply actions
yeah, I never played for him though
he came in the year after I left. All my friends said good things about him. He really got that program turned around.
IF YOU'RE LOOKIN FOR ME...I'M AT THE SCRIP CLUB WITH PACMAN......AND WE'RE BEING REBELLION!!
by Carl Shelton (GloryDayz88) on Jan 28, 2009 7:30 AM CST up reply actions
Congrats Glory,
I think your style brings a different flavor to the blog and variety is a good thing.
Ignore the Mainstream Media, EMBRACE THE HATE!!!!
Wether I agree or disagree with you
Your posts are always top notch.
Congratulations now hurry up and start that first fire.
Game Recognize Game
Yes he is a good kid
I say good kid but he is a married grown man now! I have known him and his family since Cris was in high school. I have always thought we might hear his name in a big program someday. You never know….
Anyway back to you,
congrats on the selection and good luck!
Good Job Glory,
I’ve been a long timer from BSR, but as soon as I got over here I immediatly noticed your posts.
Oh and congratulations on the new addition, I have a 5 month old boy so I know your sleep is probably very off and on right now. haha
Congratulations on the selection
There is no theory of evolution. Just a list of creatures Chuck Norris has allowed to live.
im glad you're on the front page man
i always feel like you’re talking from the same page as me, as far as emotion and knowledge goes…..always can tell you’re my brother in Cowboys blood……hopefully that made sense and was read in the right context haha
Congrats, Dayz...
No doubt Grizz, Raf and etc. made a great choice… looking forward to seeing your stuff.
And, by the way… Ga Tech and the ’Noles can sit back and watch CAROLINA win both Bball AND football – GO HEELS
Duane Thomas, Calvin Hill, Dorsett, Herschell, Emmitt ... and now MBIII, Felix, AND Choice!
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