I know its late but Merry Christmas to everyone, I hope it was one to remember. I had a game on the 19th against our rival team and I played well had 18pts,8ast with the big victory right before our christmas break. The next day at 4:30 am I was in a car on my way to Naples to get on my flight back to Chicago. I went from Naples to Rome then Rome straight to O'Hare International. It was a 10 hour trip and I didn't sleep after the game so I slept the whole trip. I was so happy that I had a chance to get home for Christmas this was my first since I started playing professional basketball. I took back most of my clothes and other personal things (3 bags) because I really don't dress up for anything over here its just to the gym, home, then back to the gym. I had a driver come pick me up because I didn't know what the weather was like then I headed to my mom's house where I was greeted with the family and 50 wings from Harolds my mother is amazing thanks mom. I ate like 15 pieces with MILD SAUCE (thats a Chicago thing) and enjoyed being home. I quickly took my hair down and got them re-done because I was looking a mess for real. Then it was off to having a great time with the family, its like we really live a movie, the good, the bad, the ugly. Great times without our household though I never complain because my family loves me just like I love them.

I had to attend my first ever funeral, my grandma on my father's side passed away and it was tough on me because I did have great memories with her and it hurt me a little bit but it made me stronger. I went with my mother and brother on a rainy, icy morning. The service was nice and I know she is in a better place I truly believe that. After that we went to see my grandma, my mother's mother in the hospital she is dealing with some problems, but she is doing better. I love my grandma so much she is always making me smile and she reminds me of my mom so much. I had to go see her because she loves me dearly and she is my number one fan. Later in the week she was released from the hospital and was able to come home. I love you Zemae...

I had a list of restaurants I had to eat at while I was home. I went to each spot but I missed one due to the time and the weather. After the hospital visit we went to Portillo's and thats one spot that will never go out of business they have a huge variety of foods you can get and my favorite is the Italian Beef. It was great to sit down and eat with the family, I love family time because these are the people I really really love and I know they love me. I also went to RUTH CHRIS, BRAZZAZ,HAROLD'S, POPEYES, GREEKTOWN. I wasn't lying when I said I had a list of places and I was definitely going to stuff myself. Pizza and Pasta is good don't get me wrong but while over here thats all I eat and it gets boring so I have to switch it up.

Of course I was able to see my boys, both of them are doing well getting better and smarter everyday. It felt really good to be with them because I miss them so much and when I'm around them its a feeling I can't explain I love it. I was able to see all of my friends and family. Being overseas no one gets to see you play, see you for a long time so when you meet back up its special because the people in my corner really miss me and follow me so it feels good being around people who care for you. I can't lie I kicked it everyday with my dudes, we partied like crazy I love Chicago social life its very different but I love it because when I go out I just seem like I know everybody. Some people think you changed, some people happy to see you, some people have their negative opinion about you, its just so different but so fun to me because it makes stronger, a better person because I know who I am and what I have to do. I was a bartender one night at one of my favorites hang out spots and it felt good because I had a blast doing somethings different shout out to the Owner Billy good looking it was a good look for me being back home.

Other than that I really just chilled in the house with the family, played spades of course which I definitely dominated the table. Thats one of my favorite hobbies playing cards especially if you play with the right people. I played the playstation 3, NBA 2K9 we haven't moved on because 2K10 isn't as nice as 2K9 just our opinion. It was a great 6 days off, I watched a few games and relaxed. I needed that rest and time to get my body and mind right. I want to thank my family and friends for the great time man, I miss it already I really appreciate the love and support!! I had a great time thanks to y'all.

Now its back to business yesterday we had a scrimmage game to get back into the game mode, I was a little rusty and winded but played a good game scoring 23pts,8ast as we won the game. IM ON MY GRIND, Im working to get better everyday and make sure I improve and show it when I step on the court. I feel good, my body is ready Im healthy thank God, my mind is back focus on the ultimate goal and I'm back in Italy doing what I love to do, thats compete and play this wonderful game we call basketball. Im still on my music grind and still working on different projects. Everything is GREAT I really can't complain and won't because I'm blessed I know that and I will continue to show it. Thank you for showing by and taking the time out to read my blog for those who check my site everyday to see if I wrote God bless you and thank you so much I love you and appreciate the love and support. I will talk to you soon hope all is well and again happy holidays from yo boy DUNNY

Quote of the day: "Family is the most important thing you have in life, they will be there no matter what happens"

DEE BROWN "ILLINI PRINCE"

ONE MAN FASTBREAK