I'm currently (supposedly) training to run in an 8k in a couple weeks. First of all, why oh why did I sign up to do this?? Whyyyy yyy [cry] yyyy??? :) It's not that bad ... I guess ... I can do it. I'm just not quite sure what I'll be able to do afterwards. I'm taking a little break from beer until the run. Perhaps I'll treat myself to Guinness Stout and a blue cheese burger after the run. It'll be a great reward. In the meantime, I'll have to settle for a photo... when I run tomorrow I'll run a mile each for 1) Guinness 2) Blue Moon 3) Corona 4) Stella Artois and 5) one for Hummingbird Water ... which is actually made from cider I think ... ANYwhoooo ONE FOR EACH! - whatever gets those miles run, right?Sunday, October 31, 2010
In the meantine ...
I'm currently (supposedly) training to run in an 8k in a couple weeks. First of all, why oh why did I sign up to do this?? Whyyyy yyy [cry] yyyy??? :) It's not that bad ... I guess ... I can do it. I'm just not quite sure what I'll be able to do afterwards. I'm taking a little break from beer until the run. Perhaps I'll treat myself to Guinness Stout and a blue cheese burger after the run. It'll be a great reward. In the meantime, I'll have to settle for a photo... when I run tomorrow I'll run a mile each for 1) Guinness 2) Blue Moon 3) Corona 4) Stella Artois and 5) one for Hummingbird Water ... which is actually made from cider I think ... ANYwhoooo ONE FOR EACH! - whatever gets those miles run, right?
Thursday, October 28, 2010
The Birds
the old man said his last goodbye,
then lowered his head to rest and die.
the birds came swiftly in the night
to feast and eat and taste his plight.
their hunger humms and strumms and sings as they toss around his
treasured things.
they care not about the man who lived but only what this man will give.
and if and when they're all fattened the same, they'll unanimously
bestow upon him an honorable man's name.
then lowered his head to rest and die.
the birds came swiftly in the night
to feast and eat and taste his plight.
their hunger humms and strumms and sings as they toss around his
treasured things.
they care not about the man who lived but only what this man will give.
and if and when they're all fattened the same, they'll unanimously
bestow upon him an honorable man's name.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
The Weekender: Charleston, South Carolina
I was asked by a friend to plan a trip for two to Charleston. Here were my tips for them:
Both the monicker and the address, 82 Queen is my favorite Charleston eatery. From the moment you meander into the back gazebo or greenhouse or settle into one of the intimate historic dining rooms, you'll fall in love with the place. I enjoy this restaurant best as a late lunch spot after breakfast at the Farmer's Market and shopping all over town. The she-crab soup, cheddar biscuits, sweet tea and shrimp and grits are all worthy of praise, prize and the cardio you'll have to put in after the weekend.
The Weekender:
Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina
Fall/Winter 2010
As the summer holds on for dear life and the fall leaves look for affordable housing, the rest of us are looking for one last trip before the air turns crisp. What better city to garner our attention than that which houses the laziest of southern summer days, perfect sunsets at the creek, and biscuits that'll make you unfriend your grandma on Facebook – the charming town of Charleston, South Carolina. I don't know your taste – I only know mine – so the following are merely a few suggestions for a great time:
Where to stay:
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| Photo courtesy Planter's Inn's website |
Planter's Inn
At $370 per night, the Planters Inn's sounds way over the top. However, the Inn's Land and Sea package promises a bang for every single buck. Right in the middle of it all, stellar accommodations include gourmet continental breakfasts at Peninsula Grill both mornings of your weekend stay; a horse-drawn carriage tour of the historic district; a guided tour of the historic Nathaniel Russel House; admission to the South Carolina Aquarium and a tour of historic Fort Sumter. The boat to Fort Sumter departs daily from the Aquarium Wharf.
Or you go ala cart with those goodies mentioned above and lay your head at a slightly more humble temporary abode, such as the Springhill Suites Marriott which offers a deluxe continental breakfast each morning, a complimentary evening shuttle service into the historic part of town from 6pm to 11pm and breathtaking views of Ripley Point Marina and the Ashley River
What to do:
Whether you're in the mood for sweet crepes, savory omelets, fresh produce or shopping for gifts, the farmer's market is the place to be on Saturday morning on into the afternoon. Each Saturday from 8am-2pm in the beautiful Marion Square, between King and Meeting Streets at the edge of Calhoun Street, the market is a vacation in and of itself.
Coming Soon:
The first annual Weekend of Jazz is coming to Kiawah Island during the weekend of November 11th-13th! I don't think you have to be staying at Kiawah to attend the weekend's activities but don't take my word for it – check it out!
What to eat:
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| Photo courtesy 82 Queen's Facebook Page |
82 Queen
Both the monicker and the address, 82 Queen is my favorite Charleston eatery. From the moment you meander into the back gazebo or greenhouse or settle into one of the intimate historic dining rooms, you'll fall in love with the place. I enjoy this restaurant best as a late lunch spot after breakfast at the Farmer's Market and shopping all over town. The she-crab soup, cheddar biscuits, sweet tea and shrimp and grits are all worthy of praise, prize and the cardio you'll have to put in after the weekend.
Another divine eatery that may be considered a secret compared to my favorite is Jestine's Kitchen. Jestine's is so down home they apparently haven't gotten around to getting a site on that there world wide web but take my word for it, a vistit to Jestine's and you'll know why they don't need one. - 251 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401 (843) 722-7224
Whatever the time – whatever you find …
Take care of you and yours
Charleston Farmer's Market
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Home Coming
Can you really ever go home?
Isn't it more likely that either you or home has grown.
That the air has somehow shifted and the sounds have all been sifted.
No, what I think is you can always go home.
That the place where you first learned love will always be there;
full of laughs and love and tears.
Full of acceptance and support and cheers.
Full of possibilities for greatness.
That place where your mother kissed your forehead for the very first time. Still there.
That place where your grabbed your father's finger with the whole of your hand. Still there.
That huddle where siblings plotted world domination. Still there. Still there. Still there.
Yes, the air may have shifted and the sounds were definitely sifted, but I promise you this:
You can always go home.
Isn't it more likely that either you or home has grown.
That the air has somehow shifted and the sounds have all been sifted.
No, what I think is you can always go home.
That the place where you first learned love will always be there;
full of laughs and love and tears.
Full of acceptance and support and cheers.
Full of possibilities for greatness.
That place where your mother kissed your forehead for the very first time. Still there.
That place where your grabbed your father's finger with the whole of your hand. Still there.
That huddle where siblings plotted world domination. Still there. Still there. Still there.
Yes, the air may have shifted and the sounds were definitely sifted, but I promise you this:
You can always go home.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
I want it now daddy ... nooooow!!
Imaginary shopping anyone? ... this time I want trinkets!!!
Frey-Wille's yummy jewels like the 10002 Night Diva Bangle ..yummmmmoooo ... I can see this with one of those fitted Victoria's Secret knit turtleneck dresses in black and some really cute platform pumps ...
oooor this ring by Matthew Campbelll Laurenza ... the Sapphire Star Ring ... less than $500 --- noooot baaaad ;) ... this needs a home on my pointer finger ... will pair well with a cowl neck CASHMERE sweater in a soft baby-wrapping color and some black skinny pants...
this faux pearl necklace from Talbot's is on sale for $66! Goes great with a crisp white button up
It's a little difficult to see this ring Frank Gehry designed for Tiffany & Co. but it's really pretty :)
okay I realize fur is not too entirely PC but little secret I'm not really concerned with being PC ... I love this tufted fox scarf from Neiman Marcus and I'd wear it with a simple black long sleeved tee shirt, jeans and flat boots ... to the grocery store -- why not ...
Frey-Wille's yummy jewels like the 10002 Night Diva Bangle ..yummmmmoooo ... I can see this with one of those fitted Victoria's Secret knit turtleneck dresses in black and some really cute platform pumps ...
oooor this ring by Matthew Campbelll Laurenza ... the Sapphire Star Ring ... less than $500 --- noooot baaaad ;) ... this needs a home on my pointer finger ... will pair well with a cowl neck CASHMERE sweater in a soft baby-wrapping color and some black skinny pants...
this faux pearl necklace from Talbot's is on sale for $66! Goes great with a crisp white button up
It's a little difficult to see this ring Frank Gehry designed for Tiffany & Co. but it's really pretty :)
okay I realize fur is not too entirely PC but little secret I'm not really concerned with being PC ... I love this tufted fox scarf from Neiman Marcus and I'd wear it with a simple black long sleeved tee shirt, jeans and flat boots ... to the grocery store -- why not ...
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Life
I wrote this poem after the loss of a kind man ...and now I share after the loss of another
Life whistles by, a gentle breeze
carrying laughs like leaves in the wind.
Sometimes a gust of adversity, of woes,
of hardships seemingly insurmountable.
Sometimes twirling breezes dancing with courage,
giddiness, and/or genuine love.
I know a man whose breeze stands still.
Whose gusts have subsided.
Whose winds can no longer fill the sails of life.
He has gone to slumber until Christ's call.
I will do my best to add more gently breezes to the world around me
and shield others from those mighty gusts of adversities and woe.
For this man whose winds no longer blow will surely be missed
and the absence of his gentle breezes will undoubtedly be felt.
Life whistles by, a gentle breeze
carrying laughs like leaves in the wind.
Sometimes a gust of adversity, of woes,
of hardships seemingly insurmountable.
Sometimes twirling breezes dancing with courage,
giddiness, and/or genuine love.
I know a man whose breeze stands still.
Whose gusts have subsided.
Whose winds can no longer fill the sails of life.
He has gone to slumber until Christ's call.
I will do my best to add more gently breezes to the world around me
and shield others from those mighty gusts of adversities and woe.
For this man whose winds no longer blow will surely be missed
and the absence of his gentle breezes will undoubtedly be felt.
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