On a recent morning that could only be described as glorious, I ran my first 10K. Slowly. I was kind of nervous about it since my body has continued to feel uncomfortable (polite euphemism for pain) from my tailbone/glute issues, and I really wanted to run the entire 10K even though there was a 5K … Continue reading My first 10K or, I run for donuts
Category: Local
Burgers Marketgarden at the Ruopp Farm
I've been going to my friend Will's place a couple of times a week for what I like to call "water therapy." Driving home from his house in Schenectady County has provided some new opportunities to try places I haven't made it to in the past. (Watch for an upcoming post about a fantastic pizza … Continue reading Burgers Marketgarden at the Ruopp Farm
My Saturday night!
My latest SEEN gallery over at the TU. Check out all the smiling happy people.
Donut Picking
Q: Why are donuts round?A: So you can slip them on around your waist!My friend, Emily once described these delicious treats as fried fat and sugar. Yep, pretty much sums things up. This past Saturday I devoted my morning to exploring the nuances of cider donuts as I (and my mini me, Quinn) joined the … Continue reading Donut Picking
Thompson’s Lake
Holy hot, huh? I know I've mentioned before that for some unknown reason (general contentment, perhaps?) the heat isn't really bothering me this summer. Actually, I've kind of enjoyed it. That being said, getting out of Albany and into the hill towns holds a certain appeal on a 90+ degree day and a recent trek … Continue reading Thompson’s Lake
Commencing…
Yes, Q, I feel the same way.I'm not gifted when it comes to mathematics, (unless you need to know what 20% of a check is), but, for what I believe to be the only time ever, all three Lilly boys celebrated commencement milestones this month. First up was Q as he made the big leap … Continue reading Commencing…
Falvo’s Meats
If neither time nor money were obstacles, there are a few things I would do differently in terms of indulgence. I would insist upon having fresh flowers in my home - always. Nothing fancy, not necessarily a fresh bouquet every day, but I would like there to be flowers in my dining room, bedroom and … Continue reading Falvo’s Meats
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