I couldn't help but smile...

Posted At : August 6, 2008 1:03 PM | Posted By : Mike White
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The summertime is good time for us to kickback, relax, take some time off and heal up, but this year, unfortunately, it's been a little different.

I just looked at the calendar and I think three weekends is all I have off before the PBR World Finals. The PBR has this new deal with ESPN for the Team Shootout events and I have quite a few touring pros to go to this summer. It's been a busy schedule for me this summer.

And, as a matter of fact, I looked at the standings today and looked at the points. I didn't actually look at the number of points Guilherme is out ahead of me – I know it's a bunch – but I got to thinking about how close I can get to him before the Finals.

Honestly I got to looking at it and a guy could go in there and win two events and those top six ahead of me get shut out and I'm sitting third in the world.

I know I'm capable because I've won three events in a month once before. I won two events in a row, was off one weekend and then came back and won another event. So I know anything is possible in this sport.

If I get to drawing the right bulls, get off my butt and ride and then I could be right in the middle of being a contender for a world title.

That kind of opened my eyes and made me smile this morning. I'm ready for Nashville gosh dog it.

In the meantime, we're going to a roping event this weekend and next week I'll busy helping Chris Shivers do his bull riding in Baton Rouge, the week after that I have the Team Shootout and then, what do you know, the next week is Nashville.

Speaking of Chris, he's doing great.

He's been having problems with his neck for quite awhile now and he's been complaining about it. He finally went and had an MRI done and they said he needed the surgery.

If I was to put money it I'd bet that he'll be at the Finals riding. Tandy said that if everything goes well he should be able to ride and I guarantee he's the kind of guy who's not going to want to miss the Finals.

I can bet he'll be ready to ride come the Finals time.

Well, that's all I have for right now. We're on vacation in North Carolina. My wife's family lives over here and we're just doing some visiting.

I'll try and let everyone know how things go with Chris's event before I head to Guthrie for the Team Shootout.

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Atta boy Mike, right attitude, keep it up. Your rides lately have been great. See whining does not help, but getting the right mental attitude and keeping your butt on that bull does.

I'm rooting for ya, only don't ride Reindeer because then I can only root for Reindeer and watch him GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

# Posted By littlegal | 8/6/08 1:34 PM

Thanks Mike for taking the time from your busy schedule to keep us fans updated. Enjoy the vacation time you have and see you in Nashville. Say hello to Logan for us.

A Grandma in Illinois

# Posted By Lynne | 8/6/08 1:58 PM

Great to hear from you again Mike! It really is going to be a busy summer for you, huh? I hope you take care of yourself (your neck) because the number of serious injuries this year has been staggering (for me anyway--this is only my second season watching, so there have probably been other seasons that were just as bad or worse). Thanks for the update on Chris, too.

Enjoy the rest of your vacation and good luck the rest of this year--I'd love to see you up there in contention for the title!

Thanks for checking in with us.

# Posted By Shannon | 8/6/08 3:22 PM

First I want to congratulate you on that awesome ride on Troubadour. Secondly, don't worry about throuwing your hat in the ring, because it's not what's on your head, but what's inside it that counts. You are a very personable young man. I look forward to seeing you ride at Mohegan Sun. I live in PA so it is not too far to go to see a PBR Event. Stay healthy and enjoy your vacation.

# Posted By Ruth | 8/6/08 4:11 PM

First I want to congradulate you on that awesome ride on Troubadour. Secondly, don't worry about throwing your hat in the ring because it's not what's on your head, but what's in it that counts. You are a very personable young man. I look forward to seeing you ride at Mohegan sun. I live in PA so it is not too far to go to see a PBR Event. Stay healthy and enjoy your vacation.

# Posted By Ruth | 8/6/08 7:56 PM

Hey Mike I hope you get into the top three or even better win the world finals, that would be awesome!! I hope you do good in the team event good luck at the roping, have fun visiting in North Carolina.. Tell Chris to get better quick when you see him.. I'm rooting for you..

# Posted By Shelby | 8/6/08 11:50 PM

Mike, I think that you are very right. Attitude can really make the difference. Thanks also for the updates on Chris, I can tell you are great friends. Best of luck to you both and God bless.

# Posted By Diana | 8/7/08 7:07 AM

It is GREAT to have you post on here again!!! By the way, that was on heck of a ride!! WOW that was GREAT! You definitely are in contention for the world title. I thought you were going to be up there from the begining. SOOOOO glad to hear that Chris is doing well. Yeah, I bet he will be at the World Finals too. He is the kind of guy that doesn't give up. You are riding great and hopefully you can make up more ground by the Finals. Keep riding great and stay healthy!!!! Good luck at the team ropings!

# Posted By TheeRebel | 8/7/08 9:05 PM

Hi Mike: So good to hear from you. What an awesome ride on Troubadour. That's the kind of riding we all love to see from you. Keep this up and you'll be in great shape going into Finals. We all know you can do it and I think you do too. We're all behind you. Good luck and enjoy the rest of your summer. (another Grandma - from New York State)

# Posted By Linda | 8/7/08 9:51 PM

Thanks for the update on your summer...and the info about Chris. I'm guessing you are the most reliable source for how he is doing. We are big fans of both you and Chris and really enjoy watching you can compete, and seeing your friendship in action...ovr several years and a lot of injuries!

# Posted By california girl | 8/8/08 2:39 PM

Mike, I say that your ride on 7 seconds in Montana says it all !! I've seen you ride the ranks ones for over 10 yrs. now and make it look like they're a carosuel ride at the county fair. I know that you will win that buckle / title before too much longer so if I were the other 44 riders I'd start watching you closely cause The Mighty One's time is coming and personally I can't wait to see you recieving the recongition you deserve and the look in your eyes as you are awarded the buckle will be priceless. Not to mention that killer smile of yours. I'm glad you are going on vacation & hope you and your wife and son have a great time togeather. You have a beautiful family. Stay healthy and we'll see you at the finals!! Oh thank you for sharing the news about Chris. I know he too will be competing at the finals and both of you will be in the short roundgoing for the gold!! Randi

# Posted By Randi | 8/9/08 6:54 PM

P.S. You're never out of the running. As you said a guy with your talent can catch up in just a few events so go get em' Mike

# Posted By Randi | 8/9/08 7:27 PM

Hey Mike hope you had a great time in Baton Rouge I was the one working the time clock with Matt & Curt.I went to meet you after but yall were busy with autographs. Then I went to pack up at the hotel and came back and they said you had just left. Thanks for keeping the bulls away from us! Hope to meet you soon take care Lori

# Posted By Lori Webb | 8/17/08 10:06 PM

Mike long time no see two words for you "feet down" just like friday and saturday nights in moss bluff! Dont be afraid to throw that hat it dont look THAT bad. Oh yea if you need a pilot call me.

# Posted By J.T. Fontenot | 8/18/08 8:58 PM

good luck at the finals

# Posted By Dusty | 8/27/08 4:35 PM

Hi Mike, I just wanted to say I think you ride great. I started watching the PBR back in 1999. All of you guys are awesome, as well as the bulls. In all the years Ihave watched I have wanted to go to the finals.
This year I finally get to be there. I am excited that I will be able to see you ride. Your grit and the bulls athletic ability, has given me the determination to follow my dream and raise a bull good enough to make it to the pbr. To have the same caliber and pride it takes to shake it loose with the best in the world. Good Luck

# Posted By Samantha Johnson | 8/28/08 11:32 PM

Hat or no hat you look great everytime!!!

# Posted By Randi | 8/30/08 4:19 PM

I was great to have met you Friday night in Nashville. I think you do a much better of job bullriding than being a pickup man! lol Keep up the great work and stay safe! See ya soon in Vegas. Lori Webb

# Posted By Lori Webb | 9/2/08 12:01 AM

MIke
Its great to hear from a Louisiana Native son. Thanks For the update on Chris. I Hs Rodeo with Corbin Carpenter and I was wondering if you could tell me if you know exactly how much money was raised for Corbin at the bulls barrels and team Roping event held a couple weekends back at chris's Arena for this young cowboy who was seriously injured at the NHSFR this past July.
It is great to hear from you keep Up the good work and good luck and keep your chin down and your chest out.
RAE
Leesville LA

# Posted By Rae Addison | 9/3/08 1:11 AM

And I was saying your ride on 7 seconds was proof. Well I guess Troubador just reafirms that you are still one of the greatest bull riders of all time and your buckle is waiting for you. Just keep riding and keep smiling and we will see you in the winners circle @ the finals before too much longer!!! Love Ya!!!! P.S. You are just as sexy without your hat as you are with it !!!!

# Posted By randi | 9/10/08 2:43 PM

Mike, We sure enjoy watching you and Chris ride. Keep up the Great Work you have been amazing this year. Our prayers are with you and Chris with each and every ride.
Take care and good luck the rest of the year.
God Speed to Chris.
Your Fans from Wisconsin

# Posted By Bob & Val Wiedrich | 9/14/08 6:45 PM

Mike, it was a pleasure to meet you and see Chris in Kinder,La. this year. It was my first time to meet you in person although I feel like I know you from pulling for you so much. I had not seen Chris in person since he did high school rodeo with my son,Josh. Take care and keep up the good work.

# Posted By Jackie A. | 9/27/08 2:20 AM

Mike, I was great meeting you in Nashville!! Hope the Finals turn out good for you!!!

# Posted By Jackey Folz | 10/20/08 9:58 PM

hi mike! you are definately my favorite bull rider and have been since i think its been about 11 years now. i see you guys every year in worcester ma. and every year i cant wait to see you out! This will be my first year going to the finals in Vegas. So i hope to see you there :)

# Posted By Lindsey | 10/27/08 4:28 PM

Mike, It was great meeting you & sharing lunch at the Invasion of the Bulls luncheon Nov.6th. My husband & I are already making plans to come back next year. We will follow your career & wish you nothing but the best! Thanks for making us lifetime fans! Tami & Steve

# Posted By Tami Cass | 11/12/08 10:53 PM

Good job in Vegas!!!! Still my number 1 :)

# Posted By Lindsey | 11/13/08 3:13 PM

Mike - 2009 is your year. I have watched you and Chris ever since you have started. Been A fan forever (before it was PBR) of Bullriding. You are showing a confidence these first two events that I haven't seen in you before. You will be one of my picks every week in the Fantasy Games.

# Posted By Diane | 1/11/09 7:04 PM

Hey Mike,
When are you to write another blog. I am a fan and would like too hear more from you.

# Posted By KCMfan | 2/1/09 4:01 PM

Hey Mike! I was behind the chutes this weekend in Winston Salem & you were so sweet to come up & take a picture with me. I have it as my front wallpaper on my cell phone! Loved your big smile at the camera when you were riding your bull in Dallas the previous weekend! That was a trip!! Anyway, just wanted to say that my daughter & I love you & we're pullling for you this season. Stay safe & healthy & KEEP RIDIN'!! Can't wait to see you hopefully in Birmingham next month.

Angel

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