Monthly Archives: January 2007

log lost

Posted on January 9, 2007 by Dichroic

My logbook is missing. My logbook is missing. It contains details of every meter I’ve erged or rowed in 2006, plus several 2007 entries that were not yet posted to the Concept II website. Even when they are up there … Continue reading →

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working out the body and mind

Posted on January 9, 2007 by dichroic

I rowed on Saturday morning, did weights Sunday night, and took yesterday off. My body was definitely not recovered and ready for more weights this morning! Actually, the arms were ready, just not the legs. This is because I’ve been … Continue reading →

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hearing from a fictional character

Posted on January 8, 2007 by dichroic

I get a lot of sp@m, both in emails and in comments, but I can’t say I recall getting any from a fictional character before. Today’s most recent junk mail is from Jimmy Murray – or rather, surely not from … Continue reading →

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a whole bunch of pics (plus video!)

Posted on January 6, 2007 by Dichroic

Here’s a bunch of images I’ve been wanting to share, and finally had time to process. (“Process” in this case meaning anything from learning to convert video format and use Youtube to uploading older photos to taking some new pictures.) … Continue reading →

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banking issues

Posted on January 5, 2007 by dichroic

My banking is getting a bit complicated. First, we’re trying to open a couple of CDs to hold the money from selling our Arizona house. That would have gone a bit smoother if I hadn’t typed in the wrong account … Continue reading →

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For better: still a chance

Posted on January 5, 2007 by dichroic

I should point out, among all the foreshadowing, that there are at least a few indications that Lynn Johnston might have something in mind for Liz Patterson other than a relapse into Anthony. Long ago foreshadowing – when Elly first … Continue reading →

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possibly For Worse

Posted on January 4, 2007 by dichroic

My prediction: in the comic strip For Better or For Worse, Liz will fly to Mtigwaki with Warren, only to discover that her boyfriend Paul has fallen in love with the teacher who replaced Liz. Being honorable people, they were … Continue reading →

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pressies and choices

Posted on January 3, 2007 by Dichroic

After the second night in a row of cat-induced sleeplessness, I decided to take a sick day today. This served the dual purpose of having me home to accept the UPS delivery of our holiday gift from my parents. I … Continue reading →

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back on the weight gang

Posted on January 1, 2007 by dichroic

For the past few weeks, except for a couple of visits to the ship’s gym, workouts have consisted of lots and lots of walking. I lost a pound or two on the cruise – the food was only OK, but … Continue reading →

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