Monthly Archives: November 2017

One headlight

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

This morning brought a thick coat of ice on the car windows. I ran the defroster and squirted window wiper fluid to melt down the ice because the scraper in my car might or might not have been under the … Continue reading →

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After the Gold Rush there was Ziggy Stardust and a Honky Chateau

Posted on November 10, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

The early 70s were rich in musical opportunities for a kid of 14. My older brothers had plenty of albums to play, but they did not really want me touching their stuff. Still, I’d sneak a play of their Beatles … Continue reading →

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Getting dropped

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

It’s interesting to have composed this blog for five years now. The number of followers has slowly increased. I wish it were 20,000. But honestly, its 1354 at the moment. And I thank you for following my work. This blog … Continue reading →

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On skunks and pissing matches

Posted on November 8, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

Last Saturday evening, my daughter’s boyfriend Kyle opened the deck door of their condominium to let the dog Chuck out for a pee. In a second, Kyle realized the danger that lurked outside. Chuck burst out the door straight into … Continue reading →

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Transitions

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

Triathletes are intimately aware of the difficulties of making transitions from one sport to another. The transition from swim to bike, and from bike to run each requires a change of equipment and a new mode of engagement. While the … Continue reading →

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Is your microbiome running way with you?

Posted on November 3, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

On the way back from lunch, I tuned into a Sirius XM medical program on which physicians were discussing the health balance of your microbiome. If have haven’t heard that term, your microbiome is the balance of good and bad … Continue reading →

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You can’t run away from Crow’s Feet

Posted on November 2, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

I like to smile. But when I do, the skin around my eyes crinkles into what people like to call Crow’s Feet. Those are the wrinkles radiating from the corners of your eyes. At some point, after years of smiling, … Continue reading →

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From leather wingtips to Velcro spikes

Posted on November 1, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

As a little kid I used to earn 25 cents for shining my father’s dress shoes. That money bought quite a bit of candy at the Little Store a few blocks away, so it was worth the effort. I’d sit … Continue reading →

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