A Wager within a Wager

Leaving the house today I could sense something new in Buckley's level of determination.  First of all he has limited himself to just two packets of oatmeal for breakfast (he usually eats 4).  It also sounds like he is stepping up his game with the work out regiment.  This doesn't mean crushing free weights or running suicides, no, that's not his style.  Instead, Grandpa Buckley will be doing calisthenics to increase his physical proweress.

Buckley obviously sensed a new found glory in himself too. This morning he GUARANTEED that his coming Monday Night Weigh-in would be 180 lbs (down from last week's 185)!  So, what exactly is a Buckley guarantee worth?


Answer: Three free pizza's from Colony.  We might as well call them "Buckley Bucks" since they are now his preferred currency for any wagers.


The man's feeling pretty confident in himself but that's a bet I'm willing to take to the bank.  However, I'm also willing to get our readership involved in the gamble.  So here's my proposition: I'll give 3 opportunities between now and for our readers to share their whit in the comments section.  In each case, whichever comment makes us laugh the hardest will earn themselves one free Buckley Buck with all the fixin's.

For any non-local readers: don't be hesitant to accept this challenge.  If you win the wager I'll find a way to get the -za to your doorstep.

If you're asking yourself, "what happens if Buckley actually makes it to 180 lbs by MNW?"  Well first of all, you are probably one of the only 14% that put their absolute confidence behind him in our recent poll.  Secondly, we'll make sure the winners don't walk away empty handed.

So stay tuned, the first "Buckley Buck Comment Contest" opportunity will show up sometime between now and 6 pm tonight.

The challenge...

On Tuesday, July 24th, 1984 seven lbs eight ounces of bubbly flesh squeezed its way into a chilly Hartford hospital room. All considered, Francis Mark Buckley led a typical American childhood. He's a product of the American public school system, competed in little league sports, and yes, even once received an award for "Excellence in Citizenship" which distinguished him from his Marlborough, CT elementary school peers.

25 years, and 181.5 lbs later Buckley (most commonly known by his surname) has become what I would consider a pretty close friend. Moreover we've been roommates together with two other Bros for nearly a year now.  Despite having different thresholds for cleanliness the four of us get along pretty well and even manage to have a pretty good time.  Some of our common interests include but are not limited to throwing back beers, grilling out on our small but totally useful deck, indoor Corn Hole, party bus tailgates, poker tournaments or otherwise shameless gambling; which is what led us to the current challenge facing this character:

Bet: That Mark will not lose 20 lbs in 2 months time. The first weigh in was on January 11th and the final weigh in will be on March 11th at 11:59 pm.

Starting weight: 188 lbs

Target weight: 168 lbs

Wager: Here's full disclosure, Buckley and I have a bet of $20 on whether or not he has the determination to see this thing through. If anyone is interested in getting in on this action I might consider taking bets on the Over/Under (20 lbs of less Buckley that is).

Variables to consider: 1. Buckley's self control. 2. His new job at Colony Grille gives him the option to cash in on two free pizzas and three free drinks after every shift. 3. His exercise habits are mostly limited to waiting tables, scratching off lottery tickets, and walking upstairs (only when necessary).

The following story in this blog may be heroic, tragic, comical, or potentially even historic so I'll be giving updates along the way.   If you're willing I encourage you to post comments of your own so you can show your support to this mensch we all enjoy more than Chris Farley reruns.