Monthly Archives: November 2006

3511.3 miles

Just in case anyone was wondering. I broke 3500 on the way back from lunch. I celebrated by taking a casual after-work spin down to Hains Point – not really worthy of “workout log” status. It was dark, and my headlight will need some recharging (I knew I’d be pushing it going more than a

3,500

Sometime today, I’ll ride my 3,500th mile for 2006. Given that I didn’t really start riding regularly until April, that’s not half bad. And November has been a terrible month for me getting out to ride, so December is actually looking more promising. And I have a friend with whom I can ride in the

review: “love” by the beatles

I finally picked up Love this past weekend, and have since given it a few listens with headphones. As I write this, it’s getting a first spin on the stereo in The Burrow. And my impressions of the album, after a more detailed analysis, are still incredibly positive. Firstly, the stereo mix is fantastic. George

an interesting warning

Found on a box of blue Christmas lights, purchased last night at Target: WARNING: Handling the coated electrical wire on this product exposes you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after use. Yeesh – and it’s probably the case on many

back in dc

And I should really be in bed.

workout log: 25 november 2006

Activity: road cycling Location: Somers, CT > Longmeadow, MA > Wilbraham, MA Distance: 32.3 miles (moderately hilly) Duration: 1:43 Weather: clear and cool, 54 degrees Avg HR: 160 (max 178) Type: aerobic A wonderful afternoon ride in unseasonably warm New England. The sun was bright, with nary a cloud in the sky. I wasn’t overly

utah misses the (world cup) boat

The FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup has brought its act to North America in its usual “placate the U.S. and Canadian teams” swing before it returns to Europe for the remainder of the season. This weekend, there will be races in Lake Louise, Alberta, and Aspen, Colorado, with races next weekend at Lake Louise and

it must be thanksgiving….

I’m in Connecticut. Macy’s Parade is done. The carrots and peppers are made (yesterday, before we left on the 9-hour highway trek). And “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree” is on the stereo. Wanna listen to “Alice”? Click here to give it a spin.

things i never thought i’d see on tv: part 47

Jerry Seinfeld telling Letterman’s audience to stop laughing during Michael Richards’ apology for last weekend’s racist outburst.

review: brian wilson @ the warner theatre

Just one night removed from Bob Dylan, sprite and I went to see Brian Wilson in concert at the wonderful Warner Theatre. Unlike Dylan’s show, which is raw and edgy, Wilson’s show was one of harmony and memories – and one of the final opportunities to hear Wilson and band perform Pet Sounds in its