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It's that time of year when college basketball fans across the U.S. obsess on "tournament action." It's a fun time, especially when games are close and exciting. It's always fun to watch an "upset victory" by some school none of us has ever heard of. Except for when they're beating your school.

My Eponine loved basketball time. She knew I was captive in front of the television. She'd watch me intently from the stairs or from the floor in front of the tv, coming up close for an occasional head rub. However, she hated my occasional outbursts, claps or screams when the good guys (Cowboys, of course) nailed a three-pointer or got called for a bad foul. She'd jump up and dash out of the room each time.

Dallas is the site for this year's Big 12 Conference Tournament. VMc, Ronda and I have been going to the Big 8/12 tournaments since 1992. I think OSU or OU has made it to the finals every year. At least it seems. I've been going longer than that, with my first in 1988. Always a fun time win or lose. The tournament has been in KC for many years, and returned last year. But this year and in 2003 and 2004 it was in Dallas. Next year will be in OKC.

Here's hoping the bounce of the ball, the ref's call, and the winning score goes your direction today. Regardless of the outcome, have fun!