Whew, it's been a few months...so what have I been up to?
I’ve been slacking off with the blog, but it’s been for good reasons!
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2026
2025
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I’m a slacker, but I’m getting better :) (Edited 2025-06-28)
Two albums by Wendy Carlos, and I want more
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Two great finds in the thrift bins, and boy was I surprised about the quality and history behind them!
Taking a break from social media
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Social media, for me, has become somewhat tiresome, causing me to once again take a break. Yes, this sounds whiny, but let me explain my thoughts as to why I’m not leaving it permanently.
I'm Turning 50!!
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As I approach the half-century mark of life, I believe it’s time to reflect on the past, examine the present, and plan for the future.
2024
Traveling Through Mianus (Connecticut)
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I’m gonna make a HOLE lot of puns about travelling past this town in Connecticut!
Accountability - that's what I need
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My job keeps me very busy, and I’ve found that I’ve been slacking in things that affect both my mental and physical health. I know what I need to do, but I need a kick in the ass from people, hence the need for accountability.
2023
2022
Shouting into the void?
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It’s almost a year since I’ve posted. Going to restart, really, but who’s going to pay attention?
2021
Why have I been so quiet?
I know I said I’d post more, but there’s been a lot going on since the last post…
The slacker's health update
I haven’t posted in month, even though I said I’d be more on the ball. Why? Keep reading…
The Road To Fitness
The struggle bus has gotten back on the road, and I’m back in the game to work on my fitness levels - both physical and mental. What’s changed?
Hot Triple Snack Round-Up: Chana Jor Garam, Ghost Pepper Potato Chips, and Hot Shrimp Crackers
A few trips to different markets and I ‘bagged’ myself a few new snacks to try out. What did I get, and how did they taste?
Pause and Effect
What happened in the first 2 weeks of the year that cause me to temporarily pause my workouts? While partially physical, most of it was mental. Here’s the next steps…
The Weight Is Over...By A Lot
Restarting the fitness journey, I decided to step on the scale this morning. What I saw was not what I wanted, so it’s time to aim for my goals.
Chips of deception - Tteokbokki
Looked hot…was not. Going by the packaging alone, I expected these to kill my tastebuds, but mild disappointment was all I got.
A Very Happy New Year To You
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What’s in store for me in the coming year? How do I plan to educate and improve myself?
2020
I'm back to blogging
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It’s been a while since I’ve worked on my blog, but there’s no better time than now to refresh the way it looks and to start writing again.