October 2009
21 posts
More Marathon Info
Here’s the course:
And two videos for your enjoyment:
1. A little history on how the 5 borough course came to be:
2. A video by a runner in the 2008 Marathon showing what the whole experience is like. The video is long, but worth it!
NYC Marathon 2009
It’s Marathon week here in NYC and it’s safe to say that I’ve been thinking almost non-stop about the big race all week.
But who am I kidding, I’ve been thinking a lot about this race for the last 18 weeks of training. And the months before that when I was hoping to get a spot via the lottery. In truth, I’ve probably been thinking about this weekend a few times a...
Shrek on Broadway
Tracy’s parents arrived in NYC yesterday for a brief mid-week visit. While the weather is not cooperating too well at the moment, we do have some fun items on the agenda. Last night we took in a Broadway show, as we saw Shrek.
I was a huge fan of the Shrek movie when it came out and the stage production does a good job of taking some of the best parts of the cinema version and including...
Movie Review of the Year
Tracy and I contemplated going to a movie on Saturday (before the monsoon). We checked out a few reviews online since going to a movie in NYC is quite an investment. We ended up checking a few critics but you never know who to trust. Sadly, I didn’t find this video until today. I think from now on I’m going to get my reviews from Jonah. :)
Jonah Reviews Movies, Episode Four:...
Rain and Shine
It’s hard for me to remember a weekend which featured such a juxtaposition in weather and overall “feel” from one day to the next as what we experienced over the last couple days.
We went into Saturday knowing the weather forecast was ominous. So we made a point to get up and get our one true “to do” out of the way early. My 8 mile run in the park was the last true...
Thursday Night Football
For the first time ever, Thursday night football is making its way to Kenan Memorial Stadium as UNC takes on Florida State tonight. While UNC has long been a target of ESPN for a Thursday night game, there were always questions about the logistics of holding such a game in the stadium, which sits smack dab in the middle of campus. Chapel Hill can be a nightmare to navigate on a regular...
Recruiting Fodder
Friday night was the unofficial kickoff to the college basketball season with the annual Midnight Madness practices around the country. UNC held its customary Late Night with Roy and there were dances, player intros and a scrimmage as usual.
Duke held its own version and even made a video beforehand to showcase the acting “talents” of this year’s team.
I guess we...
Beyond Google Maps
By now you’ve undoubtedly reaped the benefits of the wonder that is Google Maps. In recent years, Google collected street views via cameras mounted to cars, allowing for unbelievably detailed real looks at places, intersections, and neighborhoods.
But what about those hard to reach places which are not exactly on the beaten path - the areas where lots of people go but aren’t paved...
TV Talk
So we finally entered the 21st century this weekend, at least TV-wise, when we got DVR hooked up. For two folks who are somewhat tech-enabled and active, it was a bit of a surprise that it took us this long.
I guess the biggest reason we waited was because we don’t watch a ton of shows on TV. Our regular viewing is limited to The Office, sports, and approximately 1 reality show per...
Weekend Weather
We’re in NYC on the weekends from now ‘til the baby’s born. This weekend we have nothing really planned at all tomorrow. But make no mistake, we won’t be gallavanting around the city living up our final few weeks. Why, you ask?
We’re talking highs in the low to mid 40’s folks. And lots of precipitation. I really hope this isn’t the start of winter...
The World's Game
Yesterday, all over the globe, nations engaged in the final day of qualifying for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. It was the culmination of a grueling, 18 month qualifying process and featured simultaneous matches in the various regions with the results of many games deciding which countries will be part of the once-every-4-years soccer event.
The US team booked its ticket to South Africa on...
So Much Awesomeness
In this picture
Will we really look at pictures from today in, say, 2027 and think about how ridiculous we looked in 2009?
October in Pictures
We’re not yet halfway through October and we already have a ton of great pictures. The month, so far.
New Blog Layout
By now you’ve probably realized that there were some major tweaks to the site last night. I’m testing out this new layout and need some feedback from the readers.
Do you like? What do you miss (if anything) from the old layout? What do you not like about the new layout?
Please feel free to fire away (good and bad) in the comments. And while you’re at it, feel free to give...
The Real Thing
We’re back in NYC after a great time with family in North Carolina. As I noted last week, this was our final trip to NC prior to Baby Mans. And I have to say, this whole baby thing is getting really real guys. For real.
Let’s recap last week - Tracy was able to spend the entire week down south, which was especially fun because her Granny was visiting from St. Louis. Naturally, the...
Shower Time
Tracy has been in North Carolina this week seeing family and taking part in a couple baby showers. Last night she was the guest of honor with the “Bunco Babes” - a group of ladies which includes her mom who get together monthly to play Bunco. And laugh. A lot.
From what I hear, it was a late night and a lot of fun. I don’t have any pics other than this, which is a fancy and...
Thank you for your generosity
A long while back I told you about the NYC Marathon dream and how I got the chance to run this year’s Marathon as a Charity Runner through the American Cancer Society.
Well, today I’m so very proud and grateful to let you know that I’ve reached my fundraising goal of $3500. In fact, due to the incredible generosity of so many friends and family, I’ve raised $3585 for this...
Man Cave
I had a blast a few weekends ago in LA watching copious amounts of football of both the college and NFL variety. We were just in the living room and a sports bar, but it was tons of fun. Made me think how fun it would be someday to have a pimped out Man Cave with TVs and the ability to watch tons of games at home without having to go to a crowded sports bar.
Well, retired NFL legend/broadcaster...
Eller clued me into this yesterday and I saw it...
Weekend with Friends
Apologies for a dearth of posts over the last few days - we were quite busy in the best sort of way as our wonderful friends Ryan and Anna Applegate came to town to stay with us for the weekend.
The two arrived on Thursday evening and we all enjoyed a burrito dinner at our favorite neighborhood spot. On Friday, Tracy and I had to work so Anna and Ryan made their way around the city like old pros...
The Father/Daughter Dance Video
About a month ago we went back to North Carolina for my sister’s wedding. It was a fantastic weekend and after we got back I promised to provide some video footage of one of the highlights - the Father/Daughter dance at the reception featuring my sister and Dad.
Well, I finally got around to doing a little editing and can now present the video for the enjoyment of all. My sister and Dad...