Author Archives: Joel

The 2011 Bike MS “Coast the Coast” Ride

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Joel

I did it! I rode 85 miles in one day. I decided to not repeat last year’s late morning start and missing the team photo. No, not again. Friday night, I got my equipment together, and placed it next to … Continue reading →

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My day before the Bike MS ride

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Joel

I accomplished most of the items on my checklist for today: I made the lunches and dropped off the kids to school. I fit in some additional office work in. I went to see my ophthalmologist, got my eye exam, … Continue reading →

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Coraline (2009)

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Joel

Earlier this year, while we had the HBO/Showtime free trial, I recorded the film Coraline, as I heard good reviews about it. Also, I’m not a snob, and I can appreciate a good animated flick. Life, as always, adds complications, … Continue reading →

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I think I’m ready for Saturday’s big 85-mile ride

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Joel

I think I’m basically ready for Saturday’s big 85-mile ride. I’ve got two more days to go, and although I’m a little nervous about attempting to traverse that long distance, I’m sure it will be fine in the end. I’m … Continue reading →

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Have I reached my first plateau at 194 lbs?

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joel

It’s been nearly a week, and I’m apparently stuck at 194 lbs. Have I reached a plateau? For those unaware, in fitness terms, weight loss can halt at certain stages, which can be frustrating. From what I’ve learned, it happens … Continue reading →

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I wish there was more time in the day

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joel

I wish there was more time in the day. There is so much to do at the office, and I end up switching from task to task. When I get home from work around 7pm, we have maybe 2 hours … Continue reading →

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Going the Distance (2010)

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Joel

On Saturday night, after the kids went to bed and the dishes were done, my wife and I sat down to have a little movie/date night. On the menu tonight? Going the Distance, a 2010 romantic comedy starring Drew Barrymore … Continue reading →

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I’m down to 193.5 lbs

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Joel

Yeah, baby. I’m down to 193.5 lbs! That means that I just need to lose another 3.5 lbs by next Saturday to hit 190 lbs. I think it would be nice to weigh 16 lbs less than last year. The less I … Continue reading →

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I got my new (and first) official cycling eyewear

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Joel

I have a terrible confession to make. I’ve been secretly “slumming it” on my bike by using unofficial cycling eyewear. I know, I know, I want to vomit too. 😉 I’ve never been one for fancy-shmancy sunglasses, as I’ve always been … Continue reading →

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I weigh 195

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Joel

Lost another pound by the end of this week. The running total is 11 lbs lost. Nice! I don’t think I’ll realistically be able to get down to 185 in two weeks (before the ride), so I’ll have to work … Continue reading →

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