News?

I know that there have been newsroom cuts, layoffs, buyouts and other things at the Boston Globe.  The changing business of news has affected many newspapers in this way.  What saddens me is that instead of the remaining staff focusing on putting out good, quality news stories, they are pressed into things like blogging about [...]

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I’m Tri-ing for Global Hunger & Poverty

The Tri’s:
I’m now officially entered in three triathlons in 2008 and may enter a couple more.  If you will be around, you’re welcome to come volunteer or be a member of the cheering squad.
- May 11, JCC Marblehead Tri, MA
- Jun 29, Cohasset Tri, MA
- Aug 16, Timberman SC Tri, NH
I’m easy to spot – [...]

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Injury on the road to Athlete

I’ve had my first real injury, my first brush with, “this ain’t for mere mortals”, and I never even fell down. When I embarked on my ambitious athletic goals after a decade in the recliner, two knee surgeries, one abdominal surgery, and two major illnesses, my husband had these words for me:
“Coaching is cheaper [...]

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Vibram Five Fingers – Review

I go barefoot a lot. I get in trouble for kicking off my shoes under my desk at work, forgetting, and walking to a nearby office. I have coordination issues (makes me an ideal athlete, ha!). I’m working with a physiotherapist on strengthening my lower leg, improving coordination, and [...]

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Highly Technical Underwear

Anyone who ever sees me will know instantly – I am an Athena-class athlete. I have considerable shoulders and hips, which help support my, ahem, endowment. Since I’m not planning on cutting my girls down, I have to hold them up.
I’m writing about sports bras for large-breasted women because I think [...]

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