Author Archives: Joel

In Western Lands

Posted on December 23, 2017 by Joel

In western lands beneath the Sun the flowers may rise in Spring, the trees may bud, the waters run, the merry finches sing. Or there maybe ’tis cloudless night and swaying beeches bear the Elven-stars as jewels white amid their … Continue reading →

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In Midtown for training… for nearly a whole week!

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Joel

It wasn’t easy, and it took some effort, but I got approved for 4 days of technology-related classroom training on advanced persistent threats through Learning Tree. I spent four days Dec 19-22 taking the train from home to NY Penn … Continue reading →

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Joel’s review of Logan (2017)

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Joel

I caught Logan (2017) on HBO this week. I had intended to watch it in theaters back in the Spring, but my plans never worked out. I was happy to watch it now, even on the small screen. This is … Continue reading →

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Joel’s review of Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Joel

It’s finally here – Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017). The wait is over. We saw the film opening weekend, and I’m still digesting the film. The film takes place immediately after the events of The Force Awakens.  Immediately after. Rey … Continue reading →

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Rise Against Hunger Lock-In

Posted on December 16, 2017 by Joel

On Friday Dec 15th, Josh and I participated in the Rise Against Hunger Lock-In at the Episcopal cathedral down in Trenton. It was a long week at work, and I had just pulled a an all nighter Thursday night. It … Continue reading →

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Josh’s 7th Grade Concert

Posted on December 13, 2017 by Joel

I was running a little late, but I rushed out of work on a Wednesday evening and drove straight to the middle school to hear Josh and the 7th grade band play. It’s a large band, and there’s not a … Continue reading →

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Our new Klipsch Reference R-26F speakers have arrived

Posted on December 7, 2017 by Joel

After waiting an interminable… 10 days (that doesn’t sound that bad), the new front speakers arrived. Wow they’re big. I unpacked them Tuesday evening, connected all of the wiring (including using banana plugs for the first time), and hooked them … Continue reading →

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Making our own Christmas card

Posted on December 3, 2017 by Joel

In preparation for sending out our annual Christmas card, we usually go to JC Penney or other outside studio to take our photo. I swear to you, no matter what, we’re still reliant on bringing the photos back, and me … Continue reading →

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An impromptu Wednesday night on Broadway to see Dear Evan Hansen

Posted on November 30, 2017 by Joel

Although the Ipes maintain a well-curated family calendar, we do appreciate a little spontaneity now and then. Late Wednesday afternoon, Namita found two orchestra seats for the 8 pm performance of Dear Evan Hansen over at the Music Box Theateron … Continue reading →

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Our new Sony A/V receiver and Klipsch subwoofer arrived this week

Posted on November 29, 2017 by Joel

I have some major/minor updates to share. I picked up the new Sony A/V receiver from Best Buy last Sunday. Although I have unpacked it, there was not much to do except stare at it, and plug it into the … Continue reading →

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