Monthly Archives: August 2007

Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center

Posted on Thursday.August.30.2007 by

We had a tour and orientation program last week at the new Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center on the Mayo Clinic Campus. It’s amazing! It started with a presentation on what to expect, the rules and regulations of the center, … Continue reading →

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Katrina News

Posted on Wednesday.August.29.2007 by

I find  it curious that people are so surpised that 2 years after the Katrina disaster that New Orleans and much of the Gulf Coast still aren’t rebuilt.  If I were a local I certainly wouldn’t rebuild in this area … Continue reading →

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Sunday Concert

Posted on Monday.August.27.2007 by

Yesterday heard about some bands coming to town this weekend and playing outdoors at Rookies Sports Bar and Grill.  The show starts Sunday afternoon and will feature:  Jesse Lang, The Big Wu, and Martin Zellar…among others.  I think tickets are … Continue reading →

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Local Lawyering

Posted on Monday.August.27.2007 by

I read this very interesting article this morning in Minneapolis’  online Star and Tribune.  Not only because it’s a good topic, but also local to us here in Rochester.  The argument is that a couple is being denied family membership … Continue reading →

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iPhone or Bust

Posted on Friday.August.24.2007 by

  Ok, I need one of these!  A couple friends have been showing theirs off and I’m impressed.  The ease of use is amazing and the web browsing capability is very cool!  I really like the zoom in and out … Continue reading →

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A Weekend without Golf

Posted on Friday.August.24.2007 by

We’re off to a friends cabin in northern Wisconsin this weekend…Tomahawk to be exact.  It’s a great little place right on the water with kayaks, a floating dock, campfire, etc.  Probably even do a little fishing this weekend…the angler that … Continue reading →

Posted in Friends, Vacation | 5 Comments

Michael Vick Plea

Posted on Monday.August.20.2007 by

I wonder what Mike Vick is saying to himself tonight as he watches Monday Night Football…or doesn’t.  Perhaps he’s re-considering the announcement of his plea, maybe he’s wondering what to do with his money, but I; doubt it.  I’m betting … Continue reading →

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RGCC Golf Tournament

Posted on Thursday.August.16.2007 by

This weekend marks the member-member golf tournament at RGCC.  It’s a two day event with 60-70 two person teams competing.  Fridays 18 hole format is a 2-man best ball.  So…each player plays their own ball and take the best score … Continue reading →

Posted in Golf | 4 Comments

Social Security Statement

Posted on Tuesday.August.14.2007 by

Always interesting to get your social security statement in the mail with promises of monthly payments 30 years from now.  I have earned enough credits to receive about 1/3 of what I make now in monthly income.  This goes up … Continue reading →

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Son Volt Tomorrow

Posted on Thursday.August.9.2007 by

Checking out Son Volt tomorrow night at the Minnesota Zoo – should be gud!  I haven’t seen them and they have been one of my all-time favorites along with alt-country founders Uncle Tupelo, Lucero, Ryan Adams, etc.   In fact, I … Continue reading →

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