Author Archives: Joel

I’m 10 lbs lighter, which is a huge milestone for me

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Joel

Not a lot to say, but I want to use this opportunity to mark that I’ve lost 10 lbs in my battle of the bulge. It is a battle in my ongoing war on…. being healthy? No, that’s not right. … Continue reading →

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I had my first training ride with Team CentraState on Sunday

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Joel

On Sunday, the Laurita Winery in New Egypt, NJ, hosted a training ride opportunity for some of the big MS Bike Ride teams participating later this month. They marked out a 15-mile loop starting from their winery, and included a … Continue reading →

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MSNBC: Obama mocks Trump and self at gala dinner

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Joel

President Barack Obama got back at Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Association annual dinner. Amen, brother. Knock Trump on his butt. President Barack Obama exacted his revenge Saturday after weeks of attacks from his would-be Republican challenger Donald … Continue reading →

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I have patellar tendinitis

Posted on April 30, 2011 by Joel

Earlier this week, I had my annual checkup with my regular physician. Among other topics, I spoke to her about my left knee, and how I still experience some pain at times with it. She checked me out in-person (it … Continue reading →

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New cycling upgrades bring the hotness

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Joel

24 days to go until the MS Ride, and I haven’t even been on one training ride. My training has primarily been around strength-training and cardio at the gym. At least I’m regular about it. This weekend, there’s an initial … Continue reading →

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I’m not just 35; I’m officially 30-something

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Joel

There used to be a show back in the 90’s called “Thirtysomething.” I never watched it (I was too young), but it was an American television drama about a group of baby boomers in their late thirties. I think I … Continue reading →

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Joshua spent his Spring Break with me

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Joel

With Josh’s first year in public school, we now get hit with all these holidays and breaks. This never happened when he was attending school in daycare. So while he benefits from many days off, his parents need to find out what … Continue reading →

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I never realized how much I was overeating every day

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Joel

I’ve tried to lose weight every year for the past few years. I went back to look at earlier entries, and I’ve been historically excited about losing a pound or two after going to the gym. Using hindsight, it’s ironic … Continue reading →

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I went to a funeral in Rockland, and then drove through my old neighborhood

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Joel

I attended a funeral for a distant relative who passed away from leukemia. We used to go to church together, but that church later disbanded. I haven’t seen the family in years, and was not aware that the father was … Continue reading →

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East Windsor School District Curriculum Fair

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Joel

I’ve never heard of a “curriculum fair”, but it’s supposedly an event that was discontinued seven years ago at our school district. The annual event was restarted this year, which I think is very nice for the community. Josh had … Continue reading →

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