I was pleased when I heard the name of the winner of the Pulitzer, thinking it was the book I gave you, (Brendan), for Xmas - The March. So I ordered the CD version from the library.
Then, on the Leherer News Hour, the winning book turned out to be March, which I had never heard of.
Petit branch library had a copy - so I went and picked it up. It's all about the father of the family in Little Women - his Civil War experiences. His name of course was Mr March (or was he a Reverend?).
But Doctorow's March won the Nat'l Book Award - so I'll listen to it while driving. I just finished listening to "Harry Truman,"by McCollough (sic) and it was one of the best I've ever heard. Overlooking his ordering the atomic bombing (which is difficult to do), the rest of his life is fascinating. And compared to the present occupant of the White House, Truman was a prize.
I recommend the CDs or the book to any&every one.
Now I'll see if this makes it to the blog site. - I'll click on Publish Post. nsm
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
Thursday, April 13, 2006
gimmie the gas
In NoVa, we're paying $2.75/gal for regular unleaded - that's about S$ 1.19/liter.
I imagine we'll be over $3 during the summer. if a storm hits, we'll probably see 3.50.
i'd like to think the high prices would make me change my ways but they don't. i don't get out on the bike to run errands as often as i should.
my office is not too convenient for bike commuting but i may try it anyway. i'll have to get up earlier so i can get to the office, hot and sweaty, prior to the crowds coming in.
B
I imagine we'll be over $3 during the summer. if a storm hits, we'll probably see 3.50.
i'd like to think the high prices would make me change my ways but they don't. i don't get out on the bike to run errands as often as i should.
my office is not too convenient for bike commuting but i may try it anyway. i'll have to get up earlier so i can get to the office, hot and sweaty, prior to the crowds coming in.
B
ho hum
just trying again to post on this blog; my last one never appeared.
Quite cold and very windy downtown early this morning. Kathleen was still in her sleeping bag on the cot and Elana had gone home just to shower and change clothes.
I brought the poster that hung across the window on the front porch for a zillion years - Peace on Earth - and left it at the vigil site.
Since it's Holy Thursday, I went to St Andrew and got a few hosts so they could have their own modified liturgy tonight.
Several of the soldiers who work in the Federal bldg stop by every day to say hello.
It's all very surreal.
I send each reader my warmest regards and many blessings, nsm
Quite cold and very windy downtown early this morning. Kathleen was still in her sleeping bag on the cot and Elana had gone home just to shower and change clothes.
I brought the poster that hung across the window on the front porch for a zillion years - Peace on Earth - and left it at the vigil site.
Since it's Holy Thursday, I went to St Andrew and got a few hosts so they could have their own modified liturgy tonight.
Several of the soldiers who work in the Federal bldg stop by every day to say hello.
It's all very surreal.
I send each reader my warmest regards and many blessings, nsm
Monday, April 10, 2006
Spring in New Hampshire!
Hi all... It's still in the 20's at night - brrr... But the days are finally beginning to warm up! Here's a shot of some recent visitors (4/9) to our humble abode, including Evan's friend Kristen (she's terrific!).
NHMurrays
palm sunday
The day began with a great liturgy and then a special blessing for Frank Woolever who leaves for federal prison tomorrow. Meme and Heidi were included in the blessing and wrapped with Frank in a red stole.
Afterwards, while still munching on treats downstairs at church, Clare arrived and she and I took off for Cortland State, sharing memories of many trips while she was at the college. The most memorable being the day I engaged 'cruise control' on a hill near LaFayette - and the next thing we knew, we were going 85 mph!!!!! Something had gone awry in the 'control.'
We arrived on time to enjoy a great production and performance of "The Mikado," our favorite Gilbert & Sullivan. Wonderful music, great acting and singing. Clare wished that there had been shows like that when she was there, but I had enjoyed going to all her choral concerts. All the trips back home on those nights had been thru either fog or snow, as I recall. I still have the brownie points I earned!!!! That's it for a wondrous sunny sunday in central n.y. mom
Afterwards, while still munching on treats downstairs at church, Clare arrived and she and I took off for Cortland State, sharing memories of many trips while she was at the college. The most memorable being the day I engaged 'cruise control' on a hill near LaFayette - and the next thing we knew, we were going 85 mph!!!!! Something had gone awry in the 'control.'
We arrived on time to enjoy a great production and performance of "The Mikado," our favorite Gilbert & Sullivan. Wonderful music, great acting and singing. Clare wished that there had been shows like that when she was there, but I had enjoyed going to all her choral concerts. All the trips back home on those nights had been thru either fog or snow, as I recall. I still have the brownie points I earned!!!! That's it for a wondrous sunny sunday in central n.y. mom
Friday, April 07, 2006
earlier blog - april 7th
where did it go? I wrote a note and posted it but it didn't show up on the blog page. Part of it can be found by clicking search blogs (or something like that).
I should give up posting except on comments. Oh well . . . nsm
I should give up posting except on comments. Oh well . . . nsm
b'day
Last nite we took Brian and Jackie out for his b'day dinner (April 6th). Clare and Mike met us at The Little Thai restaurant.: not a good choice for B. or J. I'm sorry to say.
This was the first b'day that Maureen wasn't with him; it's hard to let the youngest fly away.
Next week Elizabeth turns nine on the same day as the Seder this year - April 12th.
We're celebrating at Bassano's ------- a whole bunch of us friends have done the Seder supper for almost 20 years. I bring my famous brisket, cooked in beer.
We're eating out with O'Neils and Volos on Easter - at Elderberry Pond - a country inn near Auburn: a nice ride if it's a nice day. Right now it's still cold up here; spring lasted about one week.
That's all from Circle addio, Mom
This was the first b'day that Maureen wasn't with him; it's hard to let the youngest fly away.
Next week Elizabeth turns nine on the same day as the Seder this year - April 12th.
We're celebrating at Bassano's ------- a whole bunch of us friends have done the Seder supper for almost 20 years. I bring my famous brisket, cooked in beer.
We're eating out with O'Neils and Volos on Easter - at Elderberry Pond - a country inn near Auburn: a nice ride if it's a nice day. Right now it's still cold up here; spring lasted about one week.
That's all from Circle addio, Mom
Monday, April 03, 2006
Easter Time
Val Cav sent me this pic. I didn't see a ransom note attached but i'm sure one is on the way.
Friday, March 31, 2006
news from sha
How great that Sha has a choice of med schools. I bet there are many pre-docs who envy her that luxury. We were hoping she'd look with fond memories of her brief visits to Circle Rd and pick Upstate Med. Center: too bad.
With the Singapore Murrays due to be stateside this summer, she and Dave are bound to run into some of us. Is there a "general assembly" being planned? That's a pipe dream, I guess, unless Lake Ontario lures them away from Hawaii for their wedding.
I certainly hope to see them - and any/all of the clan.
70 degrees here today. There's hope!!!! nsm
With the Singapore Murrays due to be stateside this summer, she and Dave are bound to run into some of us. Is there a "general assembly" being planned? That's a pipe dream, I guess, unless Lake Ontario lures them away from Hawaii for their wedding.
I certainly hope to see them - and any/all of the clan.
70 degrees here today. There's hope!!!! nsm
Thursday, March 30, 2006
News from Sha
Dave and I are thinking of coming east this summer (late July, early august). We'd love to see you. Is the Murray clan getting together?
I haven't decided where I'll be this fall, but leaning towards UCSF or UC Davis. The final decision will probably made in May.
Hope everyone is well.
Sha
I haven't decided where I'll be this fall, but leaning towards UCSF or UC Davis. The final decision will probably made in May.
Hope everyone is well.
Sha
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
CT kids say the darndest things
Sarah and I butted heads the other day. She has been the easiest, most agreeable kid for so many months that it really took me by surprise. It wasn't pretty and we ended up not being too happy with each other.
We finished the 'discussion' in front of the other two kids, in part because I wanted them to know that you could be mad at someone you love and work it out and then be fine afterwards.
Then I went inside a place to pick up food. I got back in the car, and everything was fine again. Sarah was joking, Elizabeth was being silly, I was being 'annoying'. Max sits there for a minute, and then says to no one "And the tension deflates like a punctured balloon. Metaphor." He never said anything else the whole time.
I laughed, the other two didn't get/hear it and then because I am annoying, I leaned over and said "Max, I love you. And it was a simile."
He misses nothing, even though he has a different prism.
MM
We finished the 'discussion' in front of the other two kids, in part because I wanted them to know that you could be mad at someone you love and work it out and then be fine afterwards.
Then I went inside a place to pick up food. I got back in the car, and everything was fine again. Sarah was joking, Elizabeth was being silly, I was being 'annoying'. Max sits there for a minute, and then says to no one "And the tension deflates like a punctured balloon. Metaphor." He never said anything else the whole time.
I laughed, the other two didn't get/hear it and then because I am annoying, I leaned over and said "Max, I love you. And it was a simile."
He misses nothing, even though he has a different prism.
MM
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Evan Waters Leads the Pack
if you check out ESPN.com's Tournament Challenge (group name UNC_SUX), you can see that our very own Evan Waters is leading 99.8% of the nation. if BC wins it all, who knows how high he may climb.
I, on the other hand, am ahead of 11.9 percent of the nation. Gone are my days of being a bit above average.
I went over to Edgar Cavelheri's for St. Paddy's Day dinner. I ate the cabbage but i didn't try the corned beef. i'm not sure i ever ate the stuff even when i did eat four legged animals.
ed's hair seemed to be an orange-ish color. i may reconsider my appoint ment to get rid of my gray hairs.
Ed and Val found out not too long ago that their mom has advanced lung cancer. They're trying to deal with that from a hemisphere away.
They say they call to Brazil quite often, for free, via Skype. if you have broadband internet at home, you can make computer-computer calls via Skype www.skype.com
i don't have internet at home so i won't be joining skype any time soon.
later on,
B
I, on the other hand, am ahead of 11.9 percent of the nation. Gone are my days of being a bit above average.
I went over to Edgar Cavelheri's for St. Paddy's Day dinner. I ate the cabbage but i didn't try the corned beef. i'm not sure i ever ate the stuff even when i did eat four legged animals.
ed's hair seemed to be an orange-ish color. i may reconsider my appoint ment to get rid of my gray hairs.
Ed and Val found out not too long ago that their mom has advanced lung cancer. They're trying to deal with that from a hemisphere away.
They say they call to Brazil quite often, for free, via Skype. if you have broadband internet at home, you can make computer-computer calls via Skype www.skype.com
i don't have internet at home so i won't be joining skype any time soon.
later on,
B
Monday, March 20, 2006
Madness Continues
What a weekend, if you like college basketball. I certainly watched more bb this weekend then the past years, combined.
I'm not sure who i want to win it all. i find myself cheering for the Big East - even Georgetown. If i can't hate the Hoyas, i must be getting soft in my old age. I may have to go ABD - Anyone But Duke.
Sean, I may not have commented, but i did appreciate your mascot e-mail.
Spring has sprung all over the world
Syracuse 21, light snow; Hallowell 30, clear; Arlington 45, overcast; Chandler AZ 50, clear; Singapore 82, haze; Kingston -3C, cloudy.
i'm not sure where i'd rather be.
how 'bout you?
I'm not sure who i want to win it all. i find myself cheering for the Big East - even Georgetown. If i can't hate the Hoyas, i must be getting soft in my old age. I may have to go ABD - Anyone But Duke.
Sean, I may not have commented, but i did appreciate your mascot e-mail.
Spring has sprung all over the world
Syracuse 21, light snow; Hallowell 30, clear; Arlington 45, overcast; Chandler AZ 50, clear; Singapore 82, haze; Kingston -3C, cloudy.
i'm not sure where i'd rather be.
how 'bout you?
Friday, March 17, 2006
Sean Says
thinking about nicknames as i watch the jumpy stream of bruins v bruins
obviously i'm cheering for the belmount bruins
who were holding their own till i switched to the xu game
just checked back and the bruins are down 32
they aren't the only bears
california has the golden bears
not to be confused with montana grizzlies
i'd say the #5 wolfpack know who they are now
not to be confused with the #10 wolfpack of north carolina
the bruins are not the only species to go after themselves
second round we could have wildcats play each other
and if the wildcats win, they would have to play...
the wildcats in the fourth round
that is if the wildcats can get past the
panthers, tigers, jaguars, and more panthers
all in that region
third round could see huskies battle
that is if the huskies can get past the great danes
we have a few dogs in this tourney
and i'm not talking about air force (how did they get in)
we have bulldogs, great danes and my favorite the salukis
an ancient dog out of egypt
usually tan, white, or fawn
the Bedouin tribe believed the white patch on its forehead
was a kiss from allah
regionals could see golden eagles go at each other
or seahawks against hawkeyes,
boy would feathers fly in those games
they of course are not the only birds
hiker mike could have a field day
with an elite eight of
seahawks, eagles,hawkeyes, golden eagles, jayhawks, eagles, falcons, and
2 more golden eagles
other regional action could have the blue devils against the demons
only if the demons can get past the quakers
if the hoyas can get past the sooners and the illini
they could play the hoosiers as long as the gaels don't take the semi final
big east fans were probably shocked to see seton hall fall
hence wichita state's name
it could be the racers against the shockers
if they get past the patriots and the volunteers
but first murray state has to beat the tarheels
what the hell is a tarheel
is the mascot the tar or the heel
we could see a finals pitting the aggies
against the aggies
or the patriots against the colonials
me, i'm wishing the golden flashes
can beat the golden eagles and the golden bears
to face the racers
who beat the shockers, blazers, and badgers to get there
truly some of the greats didn't make the tourney this year
think of the battle of the bananna slugs against the anteaters
or the jumbos against the mastodons
(i think we had an uncle or two that were jumbos)
or even the dirt bags against the lord jeffs
(some of my sibs know the lord jeffs from the happy valley)
or how about the chokers against the artichokes
if only the orange had to play the poets,
we might have another national championship
go orange
obviously i'm cheering for the belmount bruins
who were holding their own till i switched to the xu game
just checked back and the bruins are down 32
they aren't the only bears
california has the golden bears
not to be confused with montana grizzlies
i'd say the #5 wolfpack know who they are now
not to be confused with the #10 wolfpack of north carolina
the bruins are not the only species to go after themselves
second round we could have wildcats play each other
and if the wildcats win, they would have to play...
the wildcats in the fourth round
that is if the wildcats can get past the
panthers, tigers, jaguars, and more panthers
all in that region
third round could see huskies battle
that is if the huskies can get past the great danes
we have a few dogs in this tourney
and i'm not talking about air force (how did they get in)
we have bulldogs, great danes and my favorite the salukis
an ancient dog out of egypt
usually tan, white, or fawn
the Bedouin tribe believed the white patch on its forehead
was a kiss from allah
regionals could see golden eagles go at each other
or seahawks against hawkeyes,
boy would feathers fly in those games
they of course are not the only birds
hiker mike could have a field day
with an elite eight of
seahawks, eagles,hawkeyes, golden eagles, jayhawks, eagles, falcons, and
2 more golden eagles
other regional action could have the blue devils against the demons
only if the demons can get past the quakers
if the hoyas can get past the sooners and the illini
they could play the hoosiers as long as the gaels don't take the semi final
big east fans were probably shocked to see seton hall fall
hence wichita state's name
it could be the racers against the shockers
if they get past the patriots and the volunteers
but first murray state has to beat the tarheels
what the hell is a tarheel
is the mascot the tar or the heel
we could see a finals pitting the aggies
against the aggies
or the patriots against the colonials
me, i'm wishing the golden flashes
can beat the golden eagles and the golden bears
to face the racers
who beat the shockers, blazers, and badgers to get there
truly some of the greats didn't make the tourney this year
think of the battle of the bananna slugs against the anteaters
or the jumbos against the mastodons
(i think we had an uncle or two that were jumbos)
or even the dirt bags against the lord jeffs
(some of my sibs know the lord jeffs from the happy valley)
or how about the chokers against the artichokes
if only the orange had to play the poets,
we might have another national championship
go orange
Saturday, February 25, 2006
oops - wrong number
I see the correct # of the marathoner in the photo: 1107, not 1104. That tells me that my memory is only good for about 3 minutes. (sigh)
More snow, still pretty cold. Off to Syr. Stage at 3 to see "Intimate Apparel" and then out to an African dinner.
Glad the Olympics are almost over; I watched more than I thought I would and most were disappointing. Bode might want to change his name to Bobo.
2 more weeks til we take off for Phoenix where it's 75 degrees and sunny. By the time we adjust, it'll be time to come home - on the 19th.
I have my card that tells airport security that I have a metal hip, but I've heard that some folks get hassled anyway.
That's all for now - happy Mardi Gras. We're supposed to eat pancakes that day so I may hang out at my favorite diner, Ruston's. for b'fast. addio, nance
More snow, still pretty cold. Off to Syr. Stage at 3 to see "Intimate Apparel" and then out to an African dinner.
Glad the Olympics are almost over; I watched more than I thought I would and most were disappointing. Bode might want to change his name to Bobo.
2 more weeks til we take off for Phoenix where it's 75 degrees and sunny. By the time we adjust, it'll be time to come home - on the 19th.
I have my card that tells airport security that I have a metal hip, but I've heard that some folks get hassled anyway.
That's all for now - happy Mardi Gras. We're supposed to eat pancakes that day so I may hang out at my favorite diner, Ruston's. for b'fast. addio, nance
Friday, February 24, 2006
marathon
If you were running behind #1104, I can see why you made such good time.
Is that you with the ice-pack on your quads? I bet they ached!
Suggest a hot tub after chilling out. I had half an hour in a 92 degree pool at the therapy center thursday - mmmmm - delicious.
Off to see Dr. Bob later; the plow just came to free me.
That's enough with the running! Get a hobby, maybe one with a low risk factor. Old parents can't take worrying about middle-aged boomers. ciao, Mama
Is that you with the ice-pack on your quads? I bet they ached!
Suggest a hot tub after chilling out. I had half an hour in a 92 degree pool at the therapy center thursday - mmmmm - delicious.
Off to see Dr. Bob later; the plow just came to free me.
That's enough with the running! Get a hobby, maybe one with a low risk factor. Old parents can't take worrying about middle-aged boomers. ciao, Mama
Thursday, February 23, 2006
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
26.2 - Check
One more item checked off my "Things to do before you die" list.
I ran 26.2 miles on Sunday.
I finished in 4:08:04 (out in 2:00:03), if you must know. i was happy with the time. 115 overall. If i had been able to do my scheduled training the last month, i think i would have been under 4 hours.
Here are the mile times, FYI
1. 8:50 2. 8:47 3. 8:51 4. 9:07
5 9:02 6 8:52 7 9:36 8 9:00
9 8:52 10 9:14 11 9:45 12 9:25
13 9:40 14 9:24 15 9:27 16 10:08
17 9:11 18 9:58 19 10:04 20 10:08
21 9:33 22 9:50 23 9:55 24 9:55
25 9:46 26 9:50
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