Category Archives: Adventures
Just me and my robot
Poughkeepsie, NY — I didn’t ask for much this Christmas. All I really wanted was a coffee maker that turned into a robot. It wasn’t until my Black and Decker automatic drip of five years wouldn’t make the hopeful gurgle … Continue reading
Filed under Creative writing, Food, No one will ever believe you, Technology, Video
Absolutely American (Book Review)
Albany, NY — In contrast to NCIS, one of my favorite TV programs, David Lipsky’s “Absolutely American” explores the real armed services and specifically, its West Point cadets. This brilliant piece of writing sheds light on West Point unlike anything … Continue reading
Filed under Adventures, Health and Fitness, Literature
Public Health Message
Syracuse, NY — New York State health officials and Syracuse University faculty have issued the following advisory as flu season gets underway: If you think you may have the Bieber virus (originally nicknamed “Bieber Fever“), please do not come to class. … Continue reading
Filed under Arts, College life, Health and Fitness, Music, No one will ever believe you
30 Days Later
Albany, NY — It’s been 30 days since I broke my ankle. Long story short, I jumped off my uncles boat into shallow water, twisted my legs, sat down and snapped my fibula and tibia bones slightly above the ankle. … Continue reading
Filed under Adventures, Family life, Health and Fitness