Category Archives: clothes

Like Finding Money

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Anthony

I got a nice surprise in my mailbox today.  I had ordered a pair of bibshorts to add to my roster of cycling clothes.  I have enough jerseys (though I wouldn’t say no to another one) but I needed more … Continue reading →

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Choosing a Perfect Moment

Posted on February 17, 2020 by Anthony

Some days are relaxing and some days are quite full. Today was a full day, and it was a good day.  I did a number of things and I would like to give you a quick rundown. I had McDonalds … Continue reading →

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When Shopping Goes Poorly

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Anthony

  I would be the first to admit that I don’t really like clothes shopping. I like shopping for books, cycling stuff, computers, tools, toys, and any number of other things, but not clothes.  Maybe it’s the fitting room experience.  … Continue reading →

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Pair Looks

Posted on October 19, 2019 by Anthony

I don’t know whether it is coincidence, or fate, or that I just happened to see the connections that at other times I am completely oblivious to, but on Friday, I completely saw the connection. Earlier in the day, my … Continue reading →

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In Need of Warmth

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Anthony

It’s been a little while since I have seen you. You’ve been hiding.  I knew you were there, but I didn’t feel the need to bother you.  I am glad you were there, but I was also quite happy to … Continue reading →

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The Card Has Arrived

Posted on April 25, 2019 by Anthony

Today’s Perfect Moment was an easy one because it felt so good to open that envelope.  My membership card for my cycling club finally came in the mail today.  That alone is reason to celebrate.  Couple that with a vast … Continue reading →

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Putting Away the Jacket

Posted on April 9, 2019 by Anthony

Yesterday I went to work without a jacket. Perhaps this wasn’t the first day that I went without a jacket–I am pretty sure that I have left it in the car or not taken it because I was going to … Continue reading →

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Joiners and Non Joiners (Catching Up Part two)

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Anthony

A long time ago, one of my neighbours, when talking about her husband and his hobby of running, explained that he joined a running club. She said that it was a little “unusual” because her husband was “not a joiner.”. … Continue reading →

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Respect

Posted on January 5, 2019 by Anthony

I write a lot about my students because they give me a lot of material to work with. As we finally embrace winter, the questions begin. Is February warmer than now?                                                  How long does winter last? Is Montreal warmer … Continue reading →

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Best Friends

Posted on December 31, 2018 by Anthony

It is no secret that I am a big fan of Notre Dame football. This year they were scheduled to take on Clemson in the Cotton Bowl (forgive me, I don’t remember who the sponsor was–actually, I remember, but I … Continue reading →

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