There's not a lot of effort made to include the father in the process and encourage them to stay in the life of their child.

I researched speak-easies in D.C. -- on Georgia Avenue and in Northwest -- during the Prohibition Era. I wanted to stick with that theme.

Our mission is to recommend changes to the legislature and Gov. Blagojevich for programs and policies that could promote the positive involvement of both parents.

We were really making an effort,

Overall we had a good effort. As a whole the defensive unit got to the ball and played physical.

We were a little thin tonight, but I was very proud of our effort. We've got to hit our free throws better. Still, I thought it was a good night.