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Even More Miles

  My mantra has always been that every bike ride is an adventure.  I set out to prove that thought exponentially this weekend     I travelled up to Peninsula, Ohio on Saturday to take part in the “Stomp Ride” which is located between … Continue reading

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A Monkey On Your Back

You are not going to like me for this.  These two monkeys on the right sure are cute.  Awww….  I know, how can anyone resist them at all! Now for the bad part.  A few weeks ago I got the … Continue reading

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Stay Tuned!

Hopefully, tonight, I will have a major announcement to make.  If not tonight, tomorrow for sure.  So stay tuned!  How is that for suspense! Yes, I know I am evil!  (evil laugh fading…)

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Ichiro!!!!

It is funny how events in one’s lives stay funny.  Even after almost a decade has passed, certain events will always remain etched in your life as, well, damned funny. Almost ten years ago, I was able to score tickets … Continue reading

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The Man Song

This one goes out to my wives. All 30 something of them.  I just want to let you all know who is charge and that I am not kidding around. So my puppet friend here is going to tell you … Continue reading

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A “Sigh” Moment

For the last week and a half, I have been transporting my lovely daughter and her friend to band camp.  It has been a pleasant early morning jaunt that ends up being a hour drive once I get to work.  … Continue reading

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Aerial Beauty

I am blessed with many things.  I have expressed many times here that I am indeed blessed.  I could go like this forever.  But to save us all some time with wasted poetic waxing, I shall get to the point or shall … Continue reading

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Rocket Roger

Roger Clemens was indicted yesterday by Congress, for lying.  They say he lied to them during their steroids hearings a few years ago. Let me say a few things before I go on.  I am not a big fan of … Continue reading

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The Day I Almost Changed History

Barrack Obama was in Columbus today. Now before you get all in a lather because you think that this is going to be a hate/love Obama post, put away the baseball bats and read the rest of the story because … Continue reading

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Good Times At The Pan Ohio

Here are some pics that did not make it into the Pan Ohio story.  I will let you think of what was going on!      

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800th POST!

The last post, “Pan Ohio ~~ Day 3″, was the 800th post in Toph’s history. To celebrate, I am taking the night off, but look for the conclusion to the Pan Ohio Adventure tomorrow!  I am not taking the night … Continue reading

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Pan Ohio ’10~~~Day 2

  Wooster To Westerville ~~ 100.50 Miles    The day started early, as they always do.  It is the middle of Summer and yet you still wake up before the sun rises to do another ride.  So you quickly go through … Continue reading

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Whew!

Okay, that is over.  Two days, two doubles.  Believe it or not, the body feels okay for the moment.  And the doubles went well.  I didn’t burn anything and everything turned out all right.  So now, back to the Pan … Continue reading

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Doubles!

I have back to back doubles today and tomorrow.  You know, that cooking, chef stuff that is my job.  So that may put the Pan Ohio Tale on hold for a day or two. Just because I know how anxious … Continue reading

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I’m Back!

I have survived another Pan Ohio ride and completed 360 miles over 4 days. Whew. Just like last year, the ride was awe inspiring and a great adventure.  The 6-pack did a great job and we are all still talking … Continue reading

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Deep Breath

Let’s take a look at the last few weeks for me.  Because, after all, it is all about me. Let’s start with a fundraiser for close to 150 people and volunteers that went off with out much problem.  Check! A … Continue reading

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Ahhh…Summer

Take a real good look at the cat in this picture.  Lazing on a sunny afternoon.  He is a cat after all.  Legs all over the place, looking very comfy! Now look at the picture on the right.  She is … Continue reading

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So What’s Next?

Now that all of the dust has settled from this years’ Cooking For A Cure, one must wonder what other adventures Toph has in mind. To start with, I have an outdoor wedding this weekend.  No silly, not mine.  I … Continue reading

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Don’t Give In!

I must be having a mid-life crisis.  I keep hearing these voice.  No, not those voices, but new voices.  They say things like, “Buy me!”  or “Do this before it is too late!”  I have heard these voices before.  They … Continue reading

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R.I.P. George Steinbrenner

No, I didn’t like him.  I did respect him.  Actually, to say that I didn’t like him is unfair.  After all, I didn’t even know him and nor did he know me.  We didn’t run in the same circles, he and … Continue reading

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Ohio Backyard

Yes, it has been hot.  Yes, it has been very muggy.  Yes, we get some very violent thunder storms, but just look at the flowers that can be grown! And by the way, I am not complaining about the weather … Continue reading

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Vacation Shorts

As you know by now, I just got back from vacation.  Here are some random thoughts on my latest journey. Long Trip We traveled to Jacksonville, North Carolina.  A trip of quite a few miles.  It took over 12 hours, … Continue reading

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Home Again!

Home at last after two long car rides!  Sorry that I did not have much time to get on the nets while I was gone, but someone had to step up and drink all of that beer.  When it came … Continue reading

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Happy 4TH!!!!

Here I am on a Marine base, ready for some bodacious fireworks.  I mean if the Marines can’t put on a big display of fireworks, who can? North Carolina has been fun so far and the family have been enjoying … Continue reading

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Travel Day!

I am off To North Carolina.  I did not call ahead and warn them.  Alright, I did.  They are preparing a great welcome, I am sure. None the less, I will be in route all day today and plan to … Continue reading

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