Audio books, Part I
Thinking ahead to our cross-country travel this summer, I’ve begun investigating the various audio book options available to help pass the time. Sure, I’m a fan of podcasts, but I’m also pretty good about keeping current with my listening habits. I’ll build up a bunch to listen to while on the road, but I’ll probably [...]
Another 20
I had a chance to take advantage of another balmy(?) day and hop on the bicycle for a bit today. Hannah had a 2-hour volleyball practice in Madison, so I thought I’d get some riding in. From MATC I headed about 2 miles to Lake Monona and hit the path that loops the lake. It’s [...]
Earth Sandwich
Picture Earth as a sandwich. The northern hemisphere is the top piece of bread and the southern hemisphere is the bottom. (There is no middle.) Did you ever wonder where you’d end up if you dug a hole all the way through the Earth? This site has mirrored maps that you can drag and view [...]
Inaugural ride
Today’s 60+ degree temperature was just what I needed to get my arse off the chair and into the saddle – the bike saddle, that is. I dusted off the shoe clips and got on the bike for a quick 20-miler. Not really accounting for the wind, I took off blindly to the south. Lucky [...]
Amateur sports heaven
Is it me or is there a lot going on in the world of amateur sports right now?Clearly, winter sports are wrapping up. You name it, it’s probably going on. No wonder we’re so busy. Club volleyball (yes, still) Clare plays in her last tournament Saturday while Hannah participates in her second-last on Sunday. (Update [...]
Just call me Chives
It’s no secret that Monica and I spend much of our evenings playing chauffeur for our girls. This week I came to the realization of how crazy it is. Let me explain. Earlier this week the odometer on my car told me that it was time for an oil change and tire rotation. On Monday [...]
