I don’t know the last time I was excited about winter. I love snow. I love to ski and snowshoe – no not alpine skiing, cross country. So, imagine my joy today to find the following blurb in the local paper. Greenwood Park open for skiing, snow shoeing Broome County’s Greenwood Park is opened for… Continue reading Winter Activities
Well, this morning there were distractions so my puzzle time is long. Good luck! Let me know how you did. I finished in 8:13.
Do you like to play online games? I am not talking about gambling or anything like that. I am talking about mindless games. I find them a huge stress relief. Links below to two of my favorites. Gold Miner’s Holiday Haul Night Before Christmas
Yes, I do these puzzles every day. I have a friend who always does them on the largest number of pieces. I just do whatever comes up when I click on the puzzle of the day. I finished today in 5:13. How did you do?
I know, I am the only one in the area, or within reading distance of my blog, that is not ready with all their gifts. Well, here is another last minute gift you can make for someone on your list. Spicy Almonds Serves: 4 If you’re looking for a unique snack for work or in… Continue reading Another Last Minute Gift
The Binghamton Downtown Singers performance of Handel’s Messiah on December 20th was wonderful. The four soloists – Brenda Dawe, soprano; Hilerie Klein Rensi, alto; Todd Geer, tenor; and Todd Robinson, bass/baritone – along with the musicians from Local 630 presented a performance that rivals any of this season’s Messiah performances. Under the artistic direction of Alan… Continue reading Handel’s Messiah
I am finding that it is harder and harder to work my workout into my life now that Christmas is less than a week away. Friday, I shoveled – TWICE – so counted that as my workout. Yesterday, nothing between running kids around and concerts. It was my choice to go to these events. I… Continue reading Exercise and the Holidays
Yes, I have found another wonderful holiday puzzle for all you loyal readers out there. I think there are two or three of you. I managed, with a bit of difficulty, to finish it in 6:39. How did you do?
I just came from the mall. I know, the Saturday before Christmas and only five days out, what was I thinking? I was thinking Tuba Christmas! Tuba Christmas as conceived in 1974 and takes place around the world. This year there are over 200 locations taking place in Tuba Christmas. Today, December 20th, there were… Continue reading Tuba Christmas
Not that I stay up to watch David Letterman but he did some bashing of the University at Buffalo Bulls after they defeated Ball State in the MAC Championship game. Here is the UB response – read by none other than my 21 year old son.
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