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Dinner and drinks with two dear old friends

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Joel

You know what’s sad? We work, we work, and we work. We can get caught up with  all that — all the work stuff, all the family stuff, other commitments, etc. Before you know it, years have gone by, and you … Continue reading →

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A quick 30 mins at noon to relax

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Joel

The past few weeks at work have been hectic at best. Rarely have I even had the time to eat out — like many people, I’ve been eating lunch in my office. I’ve been traveling offsite this week, but saw … Continue reading →

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The strange things you may find on an NJ Transit train

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Joel

This morning, I was reading the news, and what seemed like a tube of toothpaste fell from the female passenger sitting in front of me on the train. I picked it up without looking, but instead of telling her, I … Continue reading →

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Today started out crappy, but eventually got better

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Joel

It’s funny how some days can start out so bad, and either get better, or continue downhill. For me, today started out pretty crappy, but it got better. This morning, I was rushing to catch my train, and I had … Continue reading →

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How did I do against my list of “stuff I need to get or do in 2012”?

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Joel

In January of this year, I apparently made a list of “stuff I need to get or do 2012.” I had no idea I made this list, but it sounds like  a very ambitious list. Let’s review and examine how … Continue reading →

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My list of stuff I need to get or do in 2012

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Joel

I’m putting a stake in the ground, and listing the stuff I need, and things I need to do in 2012. This is my official running list. Better get my list done now, so I know what to work towards. … Continue reading →

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My day before the Bike MS ride

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Joel

I accomplished most of the items on my checklist for today: I made the lunches and dropped off the kids to school. I fit in some additional office work in. I went to see my ophthalmologist, got my eye exam, … Continue reading →

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Have I reached my first plateau at 194 lbs?

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joel

It’s been nearly a week, and I’m apparently stuck at 194 lbs. Have I reached a plateau? For those unaware, in fitness terms, weight loss can halt at certain stages, which can be frustrating. From what I’ve learned, it happens … Continue reading →

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I wish there was more time in the day

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Joel

I wish there was more time in the day. There is so much to do at the office, and I end up switching from task to task. When I get home from work around 7pm, we have maybe 2 hours … 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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