To add to our conversation about action words, I offer LOVE, along with some adverbs.BoldlyFreelySincerelySweetlyHonestlyPassionatelyBravely
Month: February 2012
Verb – that’s what’s happening
I'm a person of action. If something needs to get done, I do it. If you say "can't," I'll say "can." When projecting into the future, I don't want to hear "would," because I'm already thinking "will." Are you with me? In case you're not, this is what I'm talking about:I get my thing in … Continue reading Verb – that’s what’s happening
Royal treatment at the Emperor’s Palace
Fried squidYesterday was the youngest Lilly princes' birthday, and as we usually do, we went to his favorite Chinese place, Emperor's Palace, to celebrate. Now I'd say there are probably 20 Chinese restaurants that are closer to our DelSo home, but Emperor's Palace is special. It's where the boys developed their obsession with Peking Duck … Continue reading Royal treatment at the Emperor’s Palace
7 things you might not know about Quinn Lilly
He was born on Chinese New Year (Year of the Rooster).He has been described as "formidable." At the time, he was 2.He is funny - really, really funny.He possesses an uncanny ability to mimic voices and accents.He has a fantastic memory.He has a generous heart.He is now 7!!
Apple-Oat Scones
I've got a little thing for scones. Ever since the first time I experienced them on a British Airways flight, complete with clotted cream and strawberry preserves, I've had a particular fondness for them. They're also one of those baked items that look like they were more work than they actually were, which seems to … Continue reading Apple-Oat Scones
How do you negotiate a mountain?
image gatetrails.comHere. You fill in the blank, as if you were me: Today while I was _________ , I got to thinking about __________. Seriously, I'm getting predictable. Anyway, this afternoon, I ran the back nine at Albany Muni Capital Hills, which has some monstrous hills, and I was mulling over how one gets to … Continue reading How do you negotiate a mountain?
Dreadmill Blues
image: benjamuna.files.wordpress.comWhen I first began running after my shoulder surgery, it was winter and I made use of the treadmill at the gym. I really had no complaints about the experience. I could listen to music, watched muted Home and Garden television and people watch - all at the same time without tripping. I was … Continue reading Dreadmill Blues
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