They often say that pets choose us instead of the other way around – especially when rescuing a dog or cat from a shelter. I first saw Fred in a large room filled with cages of dogs, all hoping to make a lasting impression on the people wandering about. He was very...
Each year I look back on my photos and try to pick my favorites from the year. It always amazes me that I can remember where I was and what I was feeling as I took the photo. Here are my choices for 2013: 13. We’re lucky to have a venue for track cycling so...
Today started out bitter cold in Chicago; temps in the low teens with a “real feel” in single digits. After coffee, we decided to head out to the lakefront for a long walk. We started out about noon, and although it was still cold, the sun was shining and...
Sunday, 6:30 am alarm. Take care of the dogs, try to eat something. Prepare the bottles, pack the essentials. Bike in the car, iPod set to playlist “Sunday” – Led Zeppelin, Wolfmother, The Clash, Linkin Park, others – music that motivates me and timed perfectly for...
