Tuesdays monsoon not only soaked my clothes, it soaked the book in my bag. Health at Every Size arrived barely a month ago, and I hoped to make it well-used by highlighting and post it flags. The cover has crinkled, some pages are still damp, and it would take a while to completely dry off the pages. … Continue reading Rowdy Weather and Ruined Books
I came of age in the 80's, but I think much of my musical tastes come from the 70's. It's the side effect of having a nine-and-a-half year age difference with my brother. He had all the greatest hits stuff from K-tel, Fleetwood Mac's Rumours, lots of ABBA on LP and 45's, and Queen's News … Continue reading Sunny Days…oh..Sunny, Sunny, Sunny Days
Not again: We did have some mild weather. Keep in mind a change in weather usually means swapping for something else. We have a sunny day, but it is really, really cold. Friday we had mild temperatures, but nearly zero visibility with all the snow. Winnipeg just had its roads cleared of its ruts, only … Continue reading Provisons and Ways to Survive a Winnipeg Cold Spell
Seriously, the warm thought machine felt a little stuck. Yesterday, I ran with the Learn to Run clinic participants, or those hardy souls willing to come out during -26 with windchill. It felt colder than that, and I wore pretty good layers. The edges of my hair turned frosty, and my glasses fogged up a few … Continue reading Yes, I Ran. Yes, It Was Cold.
People's biggest complain about blogs and social media involves the weather. Food either comes in first or second, as in what the writer/tweeter had for lunch, but weather seems really close. I could be wrong. I ponder the question as this post keeps up a streak about weather-related things. I am from Winnipeg. We watch … Continue reading Not Going to Waste a Sunny Day
I hate winter. I noticed the change of the seasons usually brings a droopy mood, increased appetite, and the inability to decide on anything. At work, the coffeemaker perked for the second time after the first pot cleared in under two hours. I really want an I.V. full of coffee and lug it around. Even sitting … Continue reading Winter is Coming Is Not Just a Stark Family Motto
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