Category Archives: Aurora

Belated Thanksgiving

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Anthony

A belated Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.  Remember, even if you celebrate it later in the year, there is nothing wrong with celebrating it now too.  We all need as many good things as we can. Like most of you (hopefully) … Continue reading →

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Seeing Through Someone-else’s Eyes

Posted on June 8, 2020 by Anthony

Going for a walk, despite its physical distancing obstacles, can still be great.  For me, it isn’t as great as going for a bike ride, but that isn’t a fair comparison.  When the bike is really humming, you might appreciate … Continue reading →

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Notes from the Road

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Anthony

Getting out on my bike was great today.  I started out poorly, but finally got my legs before the turnaround.  It was hot and humid, but I am not complaining.  I had been feeling fatigued from work….or lack of sleep….or … Continue reading →

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Local Businesses Need Your Help

Posted on May 2, 2020 by Anthony

It’s pretty clear that we need to support local businesses–both those that are still open throughout the crisis and those that manage to reopen after the crisis.  As great as it is to click a few buttons and order things … Continue reading →

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The Yard Waste Schedule

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Anthony

I am not one to watch the weather forecast.  We used to have access to a Buffalo station and their weatherman had Eyewitness weather.  I have I witness weather.  I see it and hope that it stays the same when … Continue reading →

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Eye Opening

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Anthony

With the weather improving, my thoughts have drifted to my bicycle.  No matter how many YouTube videos I watch, it really doesn’t compare with being out on the bike.  Thanks to the coronavirus I won’t be going on club rides … Continue reading →

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A New Cyclery in Town

Posted on November 12, 2019 by Anthony

With the snow falling, and a prediction for it to continue, I did what any normal person would do on their day off. I went to the bike shop. A new bike shop opened up in town recently. This one … Continue reading →

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Unfamiliar

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Anthony

There’s this tree. It grows on someone’s corner lot not too far from my house.  Normally, it evokes no other response than, “it’s a tree.”  However, early in the morning, just as I peered at it, it seemed different.  Its … Continue reading →

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Spring Cleaning

Posted on April 10, 2019 by Anthony

Today’s Perfect Moment is one of those moments that, at first glance, seem rather banal; however, upon reflection, are anything but. Today’s Perfect Moment is celebration of the rites of spring. Today, in a celebratory mood, and possessing coupon which … Continue reading →

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Winter Wonderland

Posted on January 24, 2019 by Anthony

My morning routine is pretty set. After showering and shaving, and before I feed the cat, I try my best to enjoy my breakfast (which includes coffee) while listening to the radio.  Though they had stopped the practice for a … Continue reading →

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