Category Archives: Personal

Personal stuff about me.

Celebrating the end of the school year with dinner out at Brick House Tavern & Tap

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Joel

June 21st came along and the kids officially finished another school year. I can’t believe how fast this year went by. And now they’re heading off to middle school and high school in two months. It’s very easy to have … Continue reading →

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The 2019 cycling season has officially begun. Find your cycling buddy!

Posted on March 30, 2019 by Joel

I had a practice solo ride about two weeks ago on a lovely 70 degree Friday after work. It was the first nice day in months after months of cold weather. When you see an opportunity, I say take it. … Continue reading →

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I picked up a new pair of running shoes – Brooks Revel 2

Posted on March 26, 2019 by Joel

I’ve been using a pair of Brooks running shoes for about two years now. I’ve never been a fan of their blue/green color scheme, but they seemed decent for running. One of my former colleagues who is an avid runner … Continue reading →

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My reflections on 2018 and what lies ahead for us in 2019

Posted on December 31, 2018 by Joel

While it’s a bit exhausting to go back and review every post from the past year, and I’m always missing something monumental and unforgettable, this is still my favorite thing to do. I find it fascinating to look back at … Continue reading →

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My new toys for terrorizing my flesh & blood children – Nerf Rival

Posted on December 28, 2018 by Joel

In the past few months, the kids and I have been playing this Marvel S.H.I.E.L.D. -themed role-playing game. I conducted a short scavenger hunt with the kids in August and it went over well. I even created a ‘Mad Scavenger’ … Continue reading →

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Christmas with the Ipes in 2018

Posted on December 26, 2018 by Joel

During the Christmas holiday season this year, we hosted three separate parties or gatherings of friends and family. We had friends over for a Secret Santa gift exchange, and then separately had my sister’s family, and my wife’s extended family … Continue reading →

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On Dec 14th we went to see Jay Pharoah perform at Caroline’s

Posted on December 15, 2018 by Joel

A few months earlier, my wife got us tickets to see Jay Pharoah perform at Caroline’s in Midtown. I’ve never been to Caroline’s and Jay Pharoah is hilarious, so it was a no-brainer. We both worked from home on that … Continue reading →

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The rest of our Thanksgiving weekend was sorta laid back with some minor running around

Posted on November 25, 2018 by Joel

I hope everyone else out there enjoyed their Thanksgiving weekend. On Saturday, we tried to relax a bit during the day. Except Toasty as he avoided us for some reason. Saturday evening, the four of us drove down to south … Continue reading →

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Our copy of Batman: The Complete Animated Series (Deluxe Limited Edition) has arrived and it is cool

Posted on November 2, 2018 by Joel

This deluxe limited edition is beautiful. I don’t care too much for the little Funko figures, but the kids want them. The rest of it is all just so pretty. I love the artwork. Yes, part of the box got … Continue reading →

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We went to Helium Comedy Club and saw Adam Ferrara perform

Posted on September 30, 2018 by Joel

Two years ago, my sister & BIL bought us a gift certificate to the Helium Comedy Club in Philadelphia, PA. Really nice of them. Unfortunately, you know how it is, you can be so busy that you don’t have time … Continue reading →

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