For about 30 years I've exchanged birthday wishes with my dear friend, Brian, who had the courtesy of being born a day before me, thus ensuring he will always be my elder. Through the years there have been cards exchanged, in person, via traditional mail, and online. Almost every year we have spoken on both … Continue reading Birthday Friends
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Inspired
pappardelle cinghiale If you had told me ten years ago, that I would successfully complete a sprint triathlon in my lifetime, it would have seemed as likely as the Twin Towers tumbling to the ground. Impossible. However, yesterday I swam 1/2 a mile, biked 17.9 miles and ran 4 miles when I participated in the … Continue reading Inspired
3 Events Inspired by 1
image from: steeljawscribe.comOn the 10th anniversary of the most devastating terrorist act in my lifetime, I will be participating in a sprint triathlon. It's called the American Memorial Triathlon, a title which annoys me a bit with its commercial stink. In all honesty, the date of the event is a significant factor in why … Continue reading 3 Events Inspired by 1
On the Edge of 17 – Still
circa '88 - note the shirt Last night I revisited my all too brief girlhood when I took in Stevie Nicks at SPAC. I must admit, I wouldn't have even considered going to this show, but the opportunity arose for me to take some photos for the TU SEEN gallery and it was a beautiful … Continue reading On the Edge of 17 – Still
Warrior Dash
Myself and James - Laker Warriors! Left big toe...right shin...heel of my left hand...Oh! Sorry, I was a bit distracted performing an inventory of the minor injuries and bruises I racked up earlier today down at Windham Mountain. Yes, I did the Warrior Dash, which, as you know, makes me a Warrior. And I have … Continue reading Warrior Dash
Running through the pain
image from: wholeironwoman.comThe good news is that the thing with my right glute that had been bothering me seems to have resolved itself. I wish I could say it was because of the awesome stretches my chiropractor, Lee Masterson at Delmar Chiropractic had shown me, but, honestly, I haven't been vigilant about doing them. I … Continue reading Running through the pain
Shack Attack
Sunday morning I ran my second 5k of the year, the Shack Attack, out at The Crossings. I had seen this event promoted on the TU's Runner's Blog and I thought it sounded like a great way to start the day. No, really, I did. Especially after a huge rock n roll show on Friday … Continue reading Shack Attack
