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Boston – A Runner’s Perspective

It’s almost 24 hours after the bombs went off during the Boston Marathon. I’ve spent this time reading about the heroes who emerged immediately. I’ve spent very little time reading about or watching videos of the explosion. I’ve spent this time … Continue reading

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A Marathon Deferred

As you must all be aware by now, the New York City Marathon, the marathon of my dreams, was cancelled last week. You might think I’d be supremely disappointed. I was, but I made the most of the situation and ended … Continue reading

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The Honeymooners – Final Thoughts

So many things happened on our honeymoon. People have asked me, “how was your trip?” As I explain things to them, I realize how little I remember what happened! I remember everything we did, I’m having trouble remembering which place … Continue reading

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The Honeymooners – Day 9 – A Day at Sea

After pulling away from the Ketchican dock, we knew we wouldn’t be on dry land again until we got to Vancouver. So, we had to plan for our activities without the benefit of an excursion. I got up early so … Continue reading

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The Honemooners – Day 8 – Ketchikan

Today was “Adventure Kart” day in Ketchikan. It was a two-seat go-kart with a top speed of 35 mph. We were expecting more, but the adventure was still fun. I drove up the hill with all the karts in a line, … Continue reading

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The Honeymooners – Day 2

Okay, today was more about “me” than “us.” Yes, we scheduled a white water rafting trip for the afternoon, and that was a cool experience but I don’t want to write about that. I woke up at 6:00 and couldn’t … Continue reading

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My Year in Review

I’ve been reading a variety of year-end review websites.  You have you best in music, movies, pop culture, and most tweeted, googled, facebooked, items of interest.  There are articles on financial websites and political websites and they both agree that … Continue reading

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Vacation Weirdness

For years, my vacations have consisted of me taking a 3-day weekend here, a 4-day weekend there.  I haven’t been on a week-long vacation in over five years!  I haven’t traveled out of the country since before passports were required to enter … Continue reading

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