Today is my mother’s 76th birthday. I registered us (not my mother and me, but Robert and me) for Queen City Stomp 2008 today. I spent a few hours of my day editing today. I spent no time at the gym today. No more crying over onions In an exciting breakthrough for cooks everywhere, genetic … Read more
I got up at 9:00 this morning, and did the usual drill for breakfast. Nice milestone on the scale today; I’ve lost close enough to 10 pounds to celebrate it. I’ve exercised for 29 out of the last 30 days—with 5 of those days at 30 minutes, most of the rest at 60, and just … Read more
I fell asleep with the heating pad on last night, which means it warmed my back all night long. To my astonishment, my back felt pretty much back to normal this morning. Yay! I met Kevin (av8rdude) at Fred Anderson Toyota this morning, where he dropped off his car for service at 7:30. We had planned to … Read more
I did all three of these things today. Save a tree—stop the (U.S. Mail) spam: dmaconsumer.org, the Direct Marketing Association’s site, provides consumers with an “opt-out offer.” Pay $1 (actually waived if you do it online) to have your name removed from mailing, telemarketing, and e-mail lists. The association also provides helpful hints to protect … Read more
I was off from IBM today, and just had a very relaxing day. Yay me! I did manage to get to the gym, but I only did a 30-minute workout, since it’s a dance night, and I’d get some cardio in doing that. Today’s statistics: Machine Type Minute Duration Calories Burned Elliptical 30 545 While … Read more
I did a little work on STC Games Night planning today, and had my leftover Broiled Seafood Stuffed Flounder for dinner. Yum! I waffled about working out this afternoon, since it’s a dance night, but in the end went, because it’s rare that I actually want to go. I had several more chapters of the … Read more
A couple of little delicious tidbits from two different obits in today’s N&O: When asked, “What vodka is best, Polish or Russian?” she would resolutely answer “Polish!” and proceed to tell of how she learned this fact while on a ship in the North Atlantic with an all-Polish crew. They sailed in bad weather and—being … Read more
This article made me think of the Raleigh Kodiaks. Thanks, guys, for being “out” there making strides for our community! Gay athletes are making their mark By LZ Granderson Page 2 ASPEN, Colo. — Last weekend, I sat on a panel to discuss one of the sports world’s favorite questions: When will a big-name athlete … Read more
I arrived at 8:45 for my 8:40 dentist appointment, and my hygienist for the day was at the door waiting for me. It was Jeanie, not my regular hygienist, Leigh Ann. Dr. Susan did my filling today, and I just can’t rave enough about her. I left there wanting to write her a thank-you note, … Read more
For the record, please note that I am in compliance: A friend sent me this advertisement about an upcoming screening that benefits Equality NC. I saw a “short” about this couple a few years ago at the NC Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, and it was quite engaging. SPECIAL FILM EVENT TO BENEFIT EQUALITY NC: … Read more