About a month ago, I came up with a plan for how to spend the holiday from school that happened to land on my birthday - a drive down to the Bronx to check out the Chihuly exhibit at the NYBG. I went with a friend from Mio, who I knew would appreciate it, and … Continue reading Chihuly at the New York Botanical Garden
Month: September 2017
Bees and bruises – Moreau Lake 15K Trail run
This time of year is incredibly busy. There are school meetings and events, soccer games and doctor's appointments all to be worked into a calendar already full of other mundane tasks. This means there's a lot of picking and choosing when it comes to selecting races in the early fall. Last week Lunar B*tch Karen … Continue reading Bees and bruises – Moreau Lake 15K Trail run
When the spot for hot yoga is South Pearl Street
Last Saturday I had the unique experience of doing yoga with more than 80 other people downtown. If that doesn't sound all that exceptional, let me add another detail - our mats were set up in the middle of South Pearl Street. Pretty cool, right? … Continue reading When the spot for hot yoga is South Pearl Street
Birthday wishes
Challenge your body, but don't forget to respect it. Know your limits. Listen to that voice in your head. Visit new places. Eat good food. Be kind. Love with your whole heart. Cultivate and nurture friendships. Get outside - fresh air cures so much of what ails us. Be honest even when it hurts. Keep … Continue reading Birthday wishes
Poppy, Pony Barn Bar and Pigs
Friday nights can be hard, especially at the beginning of a new school year. While I would have been very happy to make it a movie night at home with my youngest son, I was too interested to check out the brand new Pony Barn and June Farms to stay at home. So, what’s a … Continue reading Poppy, Pony Barn Bar and Pigs
Rounding a corner
I'm feeling reflective as I approach another birthday celebration. You know, considering what I've learned, loved and lost in this latest trip around the sun. There's a lot to think about, but I feel pretty satisfied with the overall picture from my 50th year. There are moments I'd consider doing over and some things I … Continue reading Rounding a corner
Dog days of summer
One of my favorite things about our most recent visit to the Cape was the fact that Jeter could come along. Actually, it was one of the criteria, along with an outdoor shower, that I considered to be a requirement when we were searching for a rental for the week. Hey, even a dog needs … Continue reading Dog days of summer
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