Category Archives: Personal

Personal stuff about me.

The weight is making its great escape

Posted on February 28, 2009 by Joel

I’m proud to announce that I’ve lost 4 lbs. in 4 weeks, which (if you can’t do the math) is 1 pound a week.  That is sustainable, doable, inscrutable, and not bamboozle-able. I’m really happy for myself, and I’m gonna keep … Continue reading →

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There is so much good music out there

Posted on February 24, 2009 by Joel

There is so much good music out there. Do you realize how much music is out there?  I’ve been listening to my music collection this week, and while I enjoy the popular music that you hear on the radio, I … Continue reading →

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So there I was in warrior pose

Posted on February 23, 2009 by Joel

This past Friday, I attended my first yoga class through the campus gym.  It wasn’t bad.  The class consisted of relative beginners and more advanced folks who were very limber.  The instructor who comes in was very nice, and told … Continue reading →

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I attended my first yoga class

Posted on February 20, 2009 by Joel

I attended my first yoga class today. The company gym on our campus offers a number of free fitness classes, including yoga, Zumba, abs class, core strengthening, etc. So I decided to take a yoga class, as one of my … Continue reading →

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My 3-day Valentine’s Day weekend

Posted on February 16, 2009 by Joel

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again.  Nothing better than a 3-day weekend. Friday night, we dropped the kids off to the in-laws, and headed off to Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse for Valentine’s Day dinner, one day early.  Gooooood … Continue reading →

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Edie Adams – That’s All

Posted on February 14, 2009 by Joel

For those celebrating, and to my honey….. Happy Valentine’s day. That’s All Lyrics & Music by Alan Brandt and Bob Haymes, 1952 [brackets indicate Edie Adams’ variation on the song] I can only give you love that lasts forever And … Continue reading →

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One day, I’m going to Bora Bora

Posted on February 13, 2009 by Joel

One day, we’re going to take a vacation to Bora Bora, and stay at the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora.  One day, my friends.  One day.  I don’t know what the kids are doing that week, but if they need … Continue reading →

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How long do I have to be on that treadmill?

Posted on February 10, 2009 by Joel

You have to be kidding me.  I thought my 20-30 mins 3x time cardio a week on the treadmill or stationary cycle was good.  The American College of Sports Medicine is recommending 50 mins of cardio per session, 5x a … Continue reading →

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New Moblog photos, January photos, and home movies

Posted on February 8, 2009 by Joel

New moblog photos, the last of the January photos, and three new home movies (shot with our digital camera.) It’s a plethora, Jefe.

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Bluetooth headsets have a time and place

Posted on February 7, 2009 by Joel

Don’t get me wrong.  I think Bluetooth headsets are very nice.  They’re neat and sure beat out corded headsets.  They make talking and driving more comfortable.  However, I believe they should be used in the car, and that’s it.  Or you … Continue reading →

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