Full moon run – at last!

Months after I first aspired to it, I finally found someone available and willing to take a longish full moon run. We got lucky with the weather as well as the brightness of the moon and had an inspiring,  awesome run.  Let me share the experience and challenging route we mostly enjoyed. We left my … Continue reading Full moon run – at last!

(Comm)unity doesn’t mean monopoly

During my run the other night I got to thinking about a new building being constructed on New Scotland Avenue.  I think the previous building on this particular lot was affiliated with a house of worship, and this new construction is a church, I believe. What strikes me each time I run by, is the … Continue reading (Comm)unity doesn’t mean monopoly

The Cheese Traveler’s Grand Opening Extravaganza!

There was nothing I didn't like during my brief visit at my neighborhood's newest destination - The Cheese Traveler.  The joint was jumping with a literal crowd of people - awesome!  I saw a number of familiar faces; including newly elected Assembly Representative, Pat Fahy, and independent business owners Nick and Britin from All Good … Continue reading The Cheese Traveler’s Grand Opening Extravaganza!

Blocks of conversation at BUILT

Saturday night was the Historic Albany Foundation's annual art auction/fundraiser hosted at the stunningly beautiful (and really well-lit, Nick) Cathedral of All Saints.  This was my 3rd time to attend this event and it just keeps getting better!  The crowd is always uniquely and colorfully dressed and it is an absolute feast for the eyes … Continue reading Blocks of conversation at BUILT

Living La Vida Local

A typical autumn Saturday... A cold morning moderated by sunshine and running around a field. Then it was off to All Good Bakers... ...for a couple of tasty baguettes to accompany the fantastic cheese I selected from my new neighbor, The Cheese Traveler.  I went with a raw cow's milk washed rind (washed with beer!) … Continue reading Living La Vida Local

Birthday Weekend Memories!

Maybe I'm simple or I have a low threshold for happiness.  I'm not really sure, but what I do know is I had a fantastically, perfect weekend.  As the weekend progressed, I mentally inventoried each special little thing that cumulatively gave me one of my favorite birthday celebrations ever.  Noting 46 of these items was … Continue reading Birthday Weekend Memories!