Links: I don’t know how to quit you.

The Encyclopedia of Arda – Have any questions on the world of Tolkien? The answer is here. This is a great way to waste many hours of productivity at work. I really enjoyed the sections on the differences between the movie and the books.

Sports Illustrated’s Playoff Predictions – Well, it looks like SI has the Sox out of the playoffs. In a related story, John Henry just forfeited every game this season. Much more baseball to come this week. Stay tuned. Stay very tuned.

Sharon Stone: Oral Sex Advocate – I’ve been advocating the wisdom of oral sex for years to the many classy ladies that I’ve met at innumerable Arby’s. Hopefully, this announcement by a Stone will have more success than my own efforts.

Duke’s Lacrosse Team Suspended – Just another reason to hate all things Blue. Bastards.

EPR’s Take on the Tourney – I know that they’re linked on the sidebar, but I just wanted to call your attention to two posts by JRod and CWHager on the tourney. It’s good stuff and, if you’re a sports fan, you should definitely give their blog a look.

Le Morte de Adam Vinatieri – Cold Hard Football Facts final word on the loss of the greatest, clutch kicker in NFL history. Oc has already written on this and I would as well, if the pain still weren't too near.