I'm going to be honest, I've been dragging my feet on this blog post. I think this has been the longest break in blogging I've had since I started blogging. Whoops. I don't know if it's because I've been too preoccupied with triathlon stuff (training and literally, stuff...tri … [Read more...]
Why I Hate Drawing (aka Traumas of Elementary School Art Class)
This is sort of off-topic for me, but alas, it's been on my mind lately. It's funny how something that happened when you were a child can jade you, well, for life. Teachers, are you reading this? You really can leave a lasting impression on your students (chances are, though, … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Marathon 2015 Recap: Mission…(Mostly) Accomplished
First, and most importantly, I really want to thank the Marines who run the marathon. Period. No ifs, ands, or buts. It's a tremendous effort to manage that many people and much appreciated. I think about 35,000 people get entries for the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), about … [Read more...]
Grudges and Luggage Fouls: British Airways, We’re Going to Try Again
I hold grudges. Just ask DH. One of biggest and most impressive 8 year grudges is against British Airways. The story goes something like this. Back in 2007, I had a wee little incident involving British Airways and my luggage. We were on our way to Southern Africa, including … [Read more...]
Weekly Roundup: Travel Planning & Unrelated Nonsense
For the record, spin class instructor, five seconds isn't "rest". I mean really, why don't you just have us keep sprinting? Tired. This week I've really been pondering over whether to write a post about the measles vaccine, but I think I'll stay out of the fray. … [Read more...]
