Thanksgiving Weekend Photos

I'm sitting here sifting through pictures from last weekend taken in north east Pennsylvania.  Despite the sort of treacherous drive in on Wednesday evening (and the car sliding down the hill backwards), the snow was absolutely beautiful.  We strolled around back roads and checked to see if the lake was freezing up.  The annual Christmas tree shopping was a success too.


Lots of good food and great company.  Muffin loved being out in the snow and I did too!  I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday!

Close Ups From Thanksgiving Week

Muffin leading the way

A stroll outside during a frigid Thursday can awaken your senses.  The temperature was hovering around 35 degrees F and a thin blanket of snow was just beginning to melt around lunch time.  Muffin could barely contain herself outside.  Brush and scrubby fields were no match for her and she probably would have eaten all of the snow if I let her stay outside all day.  The lakes are just beginning to freeze and the plow trucks are rearin' at the gates.  Winter is here, people, and I'm not about to complain!

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100 Different Beers in One Year

Never missing an opportunity to challenge myself in new ways, I set out on January 3^rd 2013 to accomplish two things.  The first, because health is wealth, I’ve set out to do at least one proper unassisted pull-up.  So far?  I’m almost there, thanks to CrossFit.

The second, you guess it, is to consume 100 different beers in one year.  Now, I know this sounds crazy and very counterproductive towards my initial goal, but it’s been going pretty well so far.  I've even managed to highlight a few brews here on the blog, see #BeerReviews and #Beer.  As you can see, I clock in the unique beers using Untappd and so far have tallied 69!  Also, I stopped clocking the total amount of beers sometime during the Summer months.  I can’t have you get the wrong impression of me. Of course, this is for educational purposes only.  I'm happy to report that I've learned a lot about varieties of beers, hops, brew methods and so on.

Bring on the holiday season, I have some more learning to do!  Happy Thanksgiving!

Upgrade Your Christmas Gifts For Under $15

Well, well, here we all are again. Officially one month from now it will be Christmas.  Swirly winds filled with snowflakes, warm fireplaces, good food and cheer, loved ones around us, what else could you possibly want or need?!  Well, for those still searching (or beginning your search) for the perfect gift or stocking-stuffer, look no further! 

"Heap on the wood! - the wind is chill; But let it whistle as it will, We'll keep our Christmas merry still." - Sir Walter Scott

1. Glencairn Scotch Whisky Glass
2. Antler Chew for Dogs
3. Dark Rum Votive
4. Duck Rabbit Milk Stout
5. James Joyce's Ulysses
6. 24 of Hank William's Greatest Hits
7. Chromed Brass Guitar Slide
8. Southern Tier Krampus Helles Lager
9. Bandana in Fishing Lure Print
10. Authentic Wool Boot Socks
11. Vermont Cinnamon Cider Syrup
12. Cocktail Ice Cube Trays
13. Elixr Mexican Santa Theresa
14. BW Film Ilford
15. Dr. Bonner's Peppermint Castille Soap
16. Swedish Morakniv Classic

Happy Valentine's Day

My dad sent this to my sisters and I this morning.  Happy Valentine's to everyone out there in cyber-world!

My love for Stollen bread

Stollen Bread is my new favorite holiday treat.  Here's an old picture of a freshly dusted loaf from early December.  I sort of like the way it is almost too dark but you can still see the fine textures on the side.  Oh, and that enormous plate of cookies in the background.  It seems I always post about beer and snacks, I swear I have a vegetable now and then.

Stollen is a traditional German cake, usually eaten during the Christmas season, when it is called Weihnachtsstollen or Christstollen.

4th of July Picks

Hey you, Happy 4th of July!  I hope you have a nice cold beer and a hotdog! 

Classic Pipe Board Shorts

APC T-Shirt

Hess Handplane

Fairends Cap

Pointer Tote

Best Made First Aid Kit

Southern Tier Eurotrash Pilz

Poler Stuff Camera/Cooler Bag

Tretorn Kicks

Happy Early Thanksgiving

I'll be in NEPA for a long weekend!  Can't wait to jog on country roads, eat terrific food and relax!