Category Archives: Personal

Personal stuff about me.

Woohoo! A new microwave!

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Joel

After nine years of servitude, it was now time to retire the old apartment-era microwave, and move on up to a bigger model that matches our current kitchen appliances. So far, it works as expected. I mean, seriously, what more can … Continue reading →

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I’m upgrading my home theater to 7.1 surround sound

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Joel

Baby, let me upgrade u. In late Nov/Dec 2003, I bought my first true surround sound system, an Onkyo HTiB (“home theater in a box”) package from Vann’s (it arrived Dec 1st). I used to use an Aiwa stereo for … Continue reading →

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Just got my MS Super Cylist jersey in the mail

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Joel

Finally! It’s been a few months since I participated in the May MS Bike event. I raised $1,050, which earned me a “Super Cyclist” jersey. The mid-NJ chapter had some issues with ordering a new batch, but after a few … Continue reading →

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We now have a dining room

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Joel

For many years, our dining room furniture consisted of a simple round table and four chairs that my future-wife bought me as an apartment-warming gift back in 2002. It’s stood the test of time against three cats, two children, one … Continue reading →

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Update on my situation

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Joel

Inquiring minds want to know: Joel, how are you recovering? Here’s the latest update, in a nutshell. I decided to see my regular physician yesterday to get checked out. The overall pain has decreased, but I almost feel that the … Continue reading →

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Time for new running sneakers

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Joel

I bought some new running sneakers. I do a lot of running these days at the gym, and my old sneakers are getting worn out. Of course, with my current list of injuries, I’m not sure when my next opportunity … Continue reading →

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Our Delaware vacation has been slightly delayed due to Hurricane Irene

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Joel

Stupid Hurricane Irene. We’ve been planning this Delaware beach vacation for a few months now. We originally intended to go on vacation in mid-August, but the condo we were looking to rent in Bethany Beach was no longer available. That … Continue reading →

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Our gardening efforts are bearing more grass than fruit

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Joel

Here’s the update on all the gardening efforts of the past month. Short summary: The grass is growing, but the flowers ain’t blooming yet. Details: I have good news. I may not be any good at raising aquarium fish, but … Continue reading →

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Horrible Bosses (2011)

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Joel

Friday night was “date night” for the Ipes. After work, we rushed home to get the kids to their Friday night hang out at Lily’s school. We had from 7pm to 11pm to drop them off, eat dinner,see a movie, … Continue reading →

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We have done a lot of gardening this year

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Joel

When we were house-hunting, I still remember walking around our now-current (but then-prospective) house, and being impressed with the flowers and manicured flowering bushes. Coming from an apartment, the whole idea of a house of our own, a garden, all … Continue reading →

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