image: http://pics.livejournal.com There are way too many smallish silver sedans in this town.Folks continue to think that stopping their cars for pedestrians in a crosswalk is optional. It isn't a choice, people.The sweat only gets in my eyes when I stop. Keep running = non burning eyes.It was hotter than I thought and really sunny. … Continue reading Observations from a sunny day run
Category: Albany
Commencement – a beginning or start
So, that's my natural hair color!The word commencement is an odd one. While it is defined as a beginning or start, it clearly is most often used to describe a ceremony which acknowledges the end of something. Seems that endings and beginnings can get all sorts of mixed up, huh?Almost exactly 20 years ago, I received my college … Continue reading Commencement – a beginning or start
If I were mayor – crosswalk etiquette
To me, living in a city means not always relying upon a car to get my errands done. As a matter of fact, my favorite days are those when I don't have to even get in my car. I've noticed there are some problems when negotiating one's way around Albany on foot - namely cars … Continue reading If I were mayor – crosswalk etiquette
Light(en) up
image: edia.treehugger.comAfter a day booked so full of errands and chores that the only thing I didn't schedule was time to breath, I took a long run tonight. There were moments when I knew I needed to take a break and walk, but I didn't. The route I took was a new one to me … Continue reading Light(en) up
Bridgeford Hardware
I will always remember the hardware store in my hometown, Greenwood Lake, N.Y. Despite the time of day, it always seemed like dusk inside and I can remember being fascinated by the uncountable bins filled with washers, nails, screws and other unnamed shiny metal things. On the hottest of summer days, the store emanated a … Continue reading Bridgeford Hardware
Immediate impressions – Champagne on the Park
Stunning setting. Beautiful people. Delicious food. Great vibe. Rocking music. And a young man who made me feel like Gina Davis in Thelma and Louise. Ah, Albany,I love you!
Pink House Pottery
NOT Janine's real house! image: http://www.atopdoll.comWhen Janine and Matt had their DelSo residence painted last year I wondered if that shade of pink was reeaally what they were going for. Once their daughter was born, however, I understood. Paint your house pink and you will have a girl baby - even after two boy babies! … Continue reading Pink House Pottery
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