Monthly Archives: August 2013

Weekend Adventures: New York State Fair

Posted on August 31, 2013 by chezsylvia

Maybe it is because Syracuse is in the same state, but it never occurred to me that the drive to Syracuse was longer than a drive to Cape Cod, and yet, I would never go to the Cape, on a whim, for … Continue reading →

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Weekend Adventures: Fete Paradiso on Governors Island

Posted on August 25, 2013 by chezsylvia

One of these days I will travel afar solo.  People who have done it swear it’s the best thing ever.  I believe them, but I am also not a brave soul and fear the unknown, especially when alone.  Something to … Continue reading →

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Race Report: Riverside Park Summer Series 5K

Posted on August 23, 2013 by chezsylvia

You know you love an activity/hobby/sport/what not, when you start trying to get other people to come do it with you. I love running, and for a couple of years have been trying to get people at work to run … Continue reading →

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Something Quick for Summer: Figs and Peaches and Tomatoes, Oh My!

Posted on August 19, 2013 by chezsylvia

It’s now the tail end of summer. It’s dark now at 5:30am.  Pretty soon I’ll have to wear my reflective running belt again.  I’m not ready for that yet! With the summer quickly wrapping up, I’ve been out and about … Continue reading →

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Pork Chops and Peaches for dinner

Posted on August 11, 2013 by chezsylvia

The one thing I love about summer is how many fruits and veggies are now in season.  Peaches, berries of all kinds, squash, kale and corn. While I was on my Sunday Run-day this morning, I realized that it is … Continue reading →

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Travel Adventures: Rhode Island Mini Holiday

Posted on August 6, 2013 by chezsylvia

My friend Alli was kind enough to invite me up to her parent’s summer house in Rhode Island for a mini holiday.  Five and a half days of something other than regular life.  It was just what I needed.

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