Christmas Shopping (10m)

Saturday, December 19, 2009

Breakfast: None

Lunch: Trail mix (350); Whole Foods dark chocolate bar (440)

Dinner: Baked ziti (1200); olive oil (240); trail mix (350)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); six Woodchuck cider (960); italian liqueur (360)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 12,000 (4,569,270) AU=5.00 (2396.75)
2009 - 21,000 (6,883,000) AU=8.00 (1837.25)

257-34/0-135

After a fitful night of sleep (thinking about work), went out for a cold walk on Bedford rail trail. Skipped breakfast. Then wife and I went Christmas shopping on what was probably busiest shopping season of year but pretty much got it all done with no stress whatsoever. Tracking a big snowstorm that is supposed to hit tonight. Was cold and cloudy all day and as of 10PM, snow still to the south. Seems too dry to snow right now but it's supposedly coming.

Need to hire 3 people now!

Friday, December 18, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Lasagna (1000); meatballs (800); sausage (400); trail mix (400)

Drinks: Two coffee (100); three Coors Light (150); Two Woodchuck cider (320); Italian Liqueur (540)

Walked 12,000+ steps

2008 - 13,700 (4,557,270) AU=7.00 (2391.75)
2009 - 12,000 (6,862,000) AU=7.00 (1829.25)

256-34/0-135

Was hoping for a relatively quiet to end the very hectic workweek but not to be. Morning was not too bad but things got crazy in afternoon with conference calls and some stressful situations at work. Also had an informal Christmas party after work up north with coworkers and had to drive home around 1PM to get wife (during conference calls) and stayed until about 7PM. Another frigid day, was about 4 degrees this morning but got my full walk in. After leaving work (the party), my car wouldn't start because battery cable came loose (had it jumpstarted). Got home and took a good walk. Lots of talk about a big snowstorm this weekend.

Lot of Problems

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Pot pie (750); broccoli (100); cashews (300); trail mix (600)

Drinks: Five Woodchuck Cider (800); Italian liqueur (300)

Walked 10,500+ steps

2008 - 11,000 (4,543,570) AU=5.00 (2384.75)
2009 - 10,500 (6,850,000) AU=7.00 (1822.25)

256-34/0-134

Bitterly cold day today. Single numbers. Couldn't take morning walk as I had 7:30 meeting. Very uncomfortable to be outside with the wind chill. Temps never left teens and was in single numbers by bedtime. Suddenly a snowstorm is on the horizon for the weekend...

Frigid (10m)

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Trail Mix (300); almonds (500); slice pizza (300); (India Palace) Big bowl of seafood, rice, other meats (1500)

Drinks: Coffee (50); Fuze (20); Three Woodchuck ciders (480); two Heineken (300); Italian Liqueur (540)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 11,000 (4,532,570) AU=7.00 (2379.75)
2009 - 21,000 (6,839,500) AU=8.00 (1815.25)

256-34/0-134


Very cold today with some snow flurries at night. Another fast-paced day of work. Had a late dinner and didn't get home until late.

Too Many Cookies

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); chocolate chip cookies (600)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Chocolate chip cookies (1000); 4 oz. cheese (400); mixed nuts (400); Brown Cow Maple Yogurt (170)

Drinks: Five Woodchuck Ciders (800); Italian Liqueur (540)

Walked 12,000+ steps

2008 - 12,400 (4,521,570) AU=7.00 (2371.75)
2009 - 12,000 (6,818,500) AU=8.75 (1807.25)

255-34/0-134

Busiest day at work yet!

WFNX (10m)

Monday, December 14, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); chocolate chip cookies (600)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Chocolate Chip Cookies (1400); mixed nuts (800)

Drinks: Coffee (50); Three Woodchuck cider (480); Italian liqueur (540)

Walked 22,000+ steps

2008 - 12,000 (4,509,170) AU=3.00 (2364.75)
2009 - 22,000 (6,806,500) AU=6.75 (1798.50)

255-34/0-133

Back to work today and despite busy day got some good walking time in. Weather was mild, up in lower 40s. Had a quiet night at home and broke down some of last year's Christmas Eve show.

Christmas Season is under way

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); Chocolate Chip Cookies (600)

Lunch/Dinner: Chocolate Chip Cookies (1000); crackers (300); mixed nuts (1000); cheese (200); baked ziti (800); meatballs (400); cookies (500)

Drinks: Coffee (50); Three glasses wine (540); Two Woodchuck Ciders (320); Italian liqueuer (540)

Walked 14,000+ steps

2008 - 13,100 (4,497,170) AU=10.00 (2361.75)
2009 - 14,000 (6,784,500) AU=9.50 (1791.75)

254-34/0-133

Day started out cold but quickly turned warm with heavy rain during afternoon/evening. Had family Christmas party today and ate lots of food.

Christmas Tree (10m)

Saturday, December 12, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180)

Lunch: Trail Mix (400)

Dinner: Mexican meat loaf (600); broccoli (200); Christmas Cookies (600)

Drinks: Two hot coffees (100); Four Woodchuck ciders (640); Italian liqueur (720)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 10,100 (4,484,070) AU=5.00 (2351.75)
2009 - 21,000 (6,770,500) AU=9.00 (1782.25)

254-34/0-132

Not a bad Saturday. Started off with a walk on the icy/snow bike path in Bedford. Went out and got a Christmas tree with youngest son. Did another icy walk around the neighborhood and lit a fire in the fireplace where we decorated tree after youngest son came home after work. Finished listening to all my Christmas music and will spend next two weeks just listening to the best.

Sharon

Friday, December 11, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (60); egg & sausage (500); Christmas candy/cookies (300)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Trail Mix (300); peanuts (500); 2 oz. cheese (200)

Drinks: Two coffee (100); eight Woodchuck cider (1280)

Walked 15,000+ steps

2008 - 12,700 (4,473,970) AU=7.00 (2346.75)
2009 - 15,000 (6,749,500) AU=8.00 (1773.25)

253-34/0-132

Didn't feel like going in office today so I went up north and had breakfast there with some of the guy (and a meeting). Went to meet with an important account down South and then back up North again to end the day. Bitter cold today, having a hard time keeping warm. Definitely coldest day of the season so far. Had a quiet Friday night except police rushed in next door - looked like they were checking out a burglar alarm.

Cold Weather

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Chicken strips (750); shrimp sticks (600); cheese and crackers (500); trail mix (400)

Drinks: Coffee (50); three Heinekens (450); five Woodchuck ciders (800)

Walked 13,000+ steps

2008 - 10,000 (4,461,270) AU=4.00 (2339.75)
2009 - 13,000 (6,734,500) AU=8.00 (1765.25)

253-34/0-131

Work continues at an intense place. Don't have much time for walking lately. Turned much colder this afternoon and into the night, not unseasonably cold but feels cold compared to how mild it's been. With all the snow piles around it definitely looks like winter.

Snow Storm (Snow 04)

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Whole-wheat pasta, meatballs, olive oil (1200); Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (170); trail mix (600)

Drinks: Coffee (50); one glass wine (180); five Cider Jacks (800)

Walked 12,000+ steps

2008 - 12,000 (4,451,270) AU=7.00 (2335.75)
2009 - 12,000 (6,721,500) AU=6.25 (1757.25)

253-34/0-131

Woke up to a surprise snowstorm. Commute was atrocious. About six inches of slushy snow fell followed by heavy rain. After work, there were thunderstorms heading home. Raked snow off roof. Didn't get much walking done. Work was very busy as well.

Lousy Day At Work

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Trail mix (600); salad w/2 oz cheese; sunflower/pepita seeds; trail mix (630); olive oil (360)

Drinks: Coffee (50); six Woodchuck Cider (960)

Walked 11,000+ steps

2008 - 13,700 (4,439,270) AU=5.00 (2328.75)
2009 - 11,000 (6,709,500) AU=6.00 (1751.00)

253-34/0-130

Pearl Harbor Day (10m)

Monday, December 7, 2009 - Pearl Harbor Day

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Chili (1000); trail mix (500); peanuts (600)

Drinks: Six Woodchuck ciders (960)

Walked 22,000+ steps

2008 - 17,500 (4,425,570) AU=10.00 (2323.75)
2009 - 22,000 (6,698,500) AU=6.00 (1745.00)

253-34/0-130

Spent workday up north due to horrendous traffic jam headed south (due to accident). Cold, winter air has definitely settled in. Second straight day where it barely made freezing. Sort of a quiet day and then quiet night.

Christmas Lights (10m)

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: Trail mix (300); two hard-boiled eggs (140); pistachios (500)

Dinner: Roast chicken (1000); sweet potato (300)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); one glass wine (180); seven Woodchuck ciders (1120)

Walked 24,000+ steps

2008 - 16,500 (4,408,070) AU=7.75 (2313.75)
2009 - 24,000 (6,676,500) AU=7.25 (1739.00)

252-34/0-129

Cold, winter-like morning with 2-3 inches of snow on the ground. Raked the roof, went for walk in Harry Rich Forest. Spent day inside reading/watching football then took a long walk at night to see the Christmas lights. Looks like most of the Christmas lights are now up.

First Snowstorm of Year (10m)

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Breakfast: None

Lunch/Dinner: Calzone/pepper stuffed with rice/meat (800); cheese & crackers (300); pistachios (150); chocolate chip cookies (300); two hard-boiled eggs (140); peanuts (500)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); six beers (Coors Light/Rolling Rock) (900); three Woodchuck cider (480)

Walked 21,500+ steps

2008 - 13,000 (4,391,570) AU=6.00 (2306.00)
2009 - 21,500 (6,652,500) AU=9.00 (1731.75)

251-34/0-129

Started day with long walk in Carslisle/Concord woods under steel gray skies. Got call from old friend and spent all afternoon over there. Rained in the afternoon but gradually turned over to all snow by dark and looks like several inches will accumulate before morning.

Steak and Guiness

Friday, December 4, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: 4 oz. cheese (400); trail mix (150); steak (1000); chicken w/mushrooms (400)

Drinks: Coffee (50); three Guiness (450); three Woodchuck ciders (480)

Walked 10,500+ steps

2008 - 15,000 (4,378,570) AU=7.00 (2300.00)
2009 - 10,500 (6,631,000) AU=6.00 (1722.75)

250-34/0-129



A very busy week at work came to an end today and went to after-work function, not getting home until past 11PM. Only the morning walk was gotten in. Talk of some snow tomorrow and tomorrow night but for today, still on the mild side (upper 40s)

Almost Like Spring

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Trail mix (300); 3 oz. cheese (300); (OUTBACK) Chicken wings/quesadillas (600); rack of lamb (1200); broccoli (400)

Drinks: One coffee (50); five Woodchuck ciders (800); three Foster's beers (450)

Walked 11,000+ steps

2008 - 16,000 (4,363,570) AU=3.00 (2293.00)
2009 - 11,000 (6,620,500) AU=8.00 (1716.75)

250-34/0-128


Crazy weather day. Woke up to pouring rain, some of the hardest rain I've seen in a while. When I got to work, the skies started to suddenly clear and the winds blew to over gale force. Temps climbed into the 60s and just about touched 70 degrees - probably a new record high for this date. Work was intense - much going on, especially at end of day. Hardly got any good walking in. Went to Outback with family after work and now I'm very tired!

Whirlwind

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Nuts (almonds, cashews) (800); peanuts (600); 6 oz. cheese (600)

Drinks: One coffee (50); six Woodchuck ciders (960)

Walked 10,700+ steps

2008 - 13,000 (4,347,570) AU=7.00 (2290.00)
2009 - 10,700 (6,609,500) AU=6.00 (1708.75)

250-34/0-128


Busy day at work, had quarterly meeting. Weather quite a bit warmer today with a rainstorm coming in tonight. Looks like real winter still a few days away.

December Begins (10m)

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Shells, tomato sauce, olive oil (760); nuts (almonds, cashews) (800)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); Three Cider Jacks (360); one Woodchuck cider (160); italian liquer (720)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 14,800 (4,334,570) AU=8.00 (2283.00)
2009 - 21,000 (6,598,800) AU=9.00 (1702.75)

250-34/0-128








Started workday in parking lot of trailhead I like to walk on. Decided to catch up on email and take my midday walk BEFORE even getting to office! Weather was cool and crisp this morning, 27 degrees for morning walk and still only 35 degrees (at 10AM) for my midday walk.

No more fuses (10m)

Monday, November 30, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Nuts (almonds & cashews) (600); cheese (400); tortilla chips (800)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); 3 cider jacks (360); one Woodchuck cider (160); some italian liquer (360)

Walked 22,000+ steps

2008 - 11,500 (4,319,770) AU=8.00 (2275.00)
2009 - 22,200 (6,577,800) AU=8.00 (1693.75)

249-34/0-128



Back to work today after a long weekend. Another mild morning, up into the 50s. But cold front moved through with a period of rain in the afternoon. Still, I dodged the rain to get my full quota of walking in. Work went by very fast and a lot was going on. A lot of gray November skies over the past week. Not much sunshine at all. But we are getting ready to head into winter.

Lost Dog (10m)

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: Cookies (400); nuts (almonds) (600)

Dinner: Turkey soup (1200); whole-wheat pasta (500)

Drinks: Coffee (100); five Woodchuck ciders (800); italian liquer (540)

Walked 27,700+ steps

2008 - 23,500 (4,308,270) AU=9.75 (2267.00)
2009 - 27,700 (6,555,600) AU=8.00 (1685.75)

248-34/0-128


Went for walk in Groton state forest and towards the end of the walk, the dog got lost in woods for a while - some boaters in the river spooked it. After about 20 minutes of walking up and down the trail, finally found it. Spent rest of afternoon putting reflectors in yard and doing some minor raking. The yard is finally ready for winter. Had to treat the shed for squirrels as well as they returned even after I cleaned out their nest yesterday.

Put some Christmas lights up on outside of house and Christmas lights are just about finished as well. Another mild day today - lower 50s.

Squrrel Nest (10m)

Saturday, November 28, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (180); chocolate chip cookies (600)

Lunch: Nuts (cashews, almonds) (520)

Dinner: Turkey soup (600); three slices homemade bread (600); whole wheat pasta (480); chocolate chip cookies (600)

Drinks: One coffee (50); six Woodchuck ciders (960)

Walked 26,500+ steps

2008 - 15,000 (4,284,770) AU=13.50 (2257.25)
2009 - 26,500 (6,527,900) AU=6.00 (1677.75)

247-33/0-128


Very windy this morning, lost power in house for about an hour. Took a 8 mile walk in Estabrook woods. Then raked up rest of backyard and cleaned out shed for the winter. Found a squirrel nest in there that required two wheelbarrows to get it all out! Another somewhat mild day - up near 50.

Day after Thanksgiving (10m)

Friday, November 27, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180)

Lunch: Nuts (cashews, almonds) (520)

Dinner: Turkey soup (600); turkey stuffing (1000); cookies (500)

Drinks: Coffee (50); two Woodchuck ciders (320); three glasses wine (540); cup of italian liquer (540)

Walked 21,500+ steps

2008 - 15,800 (4,269,770) AU=14.00 (2243.75)
2009 - 21,500 (6,501,400) AU=8.75 (1671.75)

246-33/0-128


It was mostly a rainy day but I found a dry slot to get a good five mile walk in on the Chelmsford bike trail. Otherwise, I basically checked in on work and got a little reading done. Day went by very fast. It was a cool, rainy day with lots of wind later at night.

Thanksgiving 2009

Thursday, November 26, 2009 - Thanksgiving Day

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60)

Lunch/Dinner: Crackers, salami and cheese (600); tortilla chips (200); nuts (300); turkey stuffing w/gravy (1500); chicken livers and onions (200); cookies (1000)

Drinks: Coffee (50); five glasses wine (900); italian liquer (540); two Woodchuck ciders (320)

Walked 15,000+ steps

2008 - 15,000 (4,253,970) AU=7.50 (2229.75)
2009 - 15,000 (6,479,900) AU=11.25 (1663.00)

245-33/0-128

Cooked a 28 lb turkey for the feast but only ate the stuffing! Just got too full too fast. Got three walks in today but that was it for being outside. Otherwise I was indoors with family. Supposed to rain hard tomorrow.

Short Workweek is Over

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Shells w/sauce and olive oil (850); meatballs (400); homemade cookies (500); brazil nuts (300)

Drinks: Coffee (50); five Woodchuck ciders (800); italian liquer (540)

Walked 11,500+ steps

2008 - 10,100 (4,238,970) AU=9.50 (2222.25)
2009 - 11,500 (6,464,900) AU=8.00 (1651.75)

245-33/0-128

Day before Thanksgiving. Another grey, cool day. Was hoping for easy day at work but was not the case, worked almost a full day but fortunately traffic home not that bad.

New Tires

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese, blackberries, pepita/sunflower seeds; trail mix (790); olive oil (240); homemade cookies (500)

Drinks: Coffee (50); four Woodchuck ciders (640); italian liquer (320)

Walked 15,500+ steps

2008 - 20,400 (4,228,870) AU=6.50 (2212.75)
2009 - 15,500 (6,453,400) AU=6.00 (1643.75)

245-33/0-128


Fast-paced day, had car worked on this morning and it ended up being over $600 as I needed tires. The workday just flew by. It was classic November weather, gray skies, on and off rain.

Gray and Cool (10m)

Monday, November 23, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); raisins (130); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210)

Lunch: None

Dinner: 2 oz. cheese (200); trail mix (520); chicken, broccoli & cheese casserole (800)

Drinks: One hot coffee (50); four Woodchuck ciders (640)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 20,100 (4,208,470) AU=10.50 (2206.25)
2009 - 21,000 (6,437,900) AU=4.00 (1637.75)

245-32/0-128

Day flew by, especially at work where I dealt with blizzard of emails mostly. Much cooler today and with gray skies, it definitely looked and felt like late November with some intermittent rains during the afternoon and evening. Thanksgiving is only a few days away.

Palinmania Returns (10m)

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: Oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130); trail mix (390)

Dinner: Whole wheat spaghetti w/chicken and broccoli (1200); olive oil (240); 2 oz. cheese (200)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); three Pilsner Urquell (450); six Woodchuck cider (960)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 20,100 (4,188,370) AU=6.50 (2195.75)
2009 - 21,000 (6,416,900) AU=9.00 (1633.75)

244-31/0-127



Finally got caught up on leaf raking for the most part. Took walk in Dunstable/Pepperell woods and then took dog for grooming appointment. Picked up "Aztec" by Gary Jennings at the bookstore along with the Palin book. Then raked most of day. Only a few piles in the backyard remain as well as a few in the shrubbery in front of house. Otherwise lawns look almost as clean as a golf course. Hung Christmas lights in the living room but stopped early as I'm totally exhausted. Did get to see New England beat NY Jets 31-14. Weather again was relatively mild - nothing like last year at this time when winter was setting in.

Leaf Raking Weekend (10m)

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: Trail mix (390)

Dinner: Salmon (400); rice w/olive oil (800); broccoli (200); raisins (130); trail mix (130)

Drinks: One Pilsner Urquell (150); four Woodchuck ciders (640); two coffee (100)

Walked 21,500+ steps

2008 - 13,400 (4,168,270) AU=4.00 (2189.25)
2009 - 21,500 (6,395,900) AU=5.00 (1624.75)

243-30/0-127

Not as warm as yesterday but still well up into 50s. Took morning walk on Bedford/Billerica bike trail and ran some errands. Got some good books to read at library - now need to find time. Ordered 28lb turkey for Thanksgiving. Spent all afternoon until dark raking leaves. Got the entire front yard done but still plenty more for tomorrow.

Interview

Friday, November 20, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Broccoli soup (400); whole wheat shells w/olive oil (640); trail mix (300)

Drinks: Five Woodchuck ciders (800)

Walked 15,500+ steps

2008 - 17,000 (4,154,870) AU=6.00 (2185.25)
2009 - 15,500 (6,374,400) AU=5.00 (1619.75)

242-30/0-127

Another relatively mild day for the season. Weekend finally here. Ended day up north. Getting ready for a weekend of leaf raking.

Turning of the Tide

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: None

Dinner: (Outback) Chicken wings (500); a little bread (100); lamb chops w/two sides broccoli (100); trail mix (520)

Drinks: Coffee (50); five ciders (800); three Fosters (450)

Walked 16,000+ steps

2008 - 16,800 (4,137,870) AU=3.00 (2179.25)
2009 - 16,000 (6,358,900) AU=8.00 (1614.75)

242-30/0-126

Good night sleep last night - needed it. Another intense day at work thought it tailed off a bit in afternoon. The competitor company continues to pursue me - phone interview set for tomorrow.

Time for SAP (10m)

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: 2 oz. cheese (200); trail mix (500); King Oscar sardines (150); ice cream bar (250); peanuts (400); Brown Cow Maple yogurt (170); chicken leg (300)

Drinks: One coffee (50); five Woodchuck ciders (800)

Walked 22,500+ steps

2008 - 16,000 (4,121,070) AU=7.50 (2176.25)
2009 - 22,500 (6,342,900) AU=5.00 (1606.75)

242-30/0-126

Was very tired when I got home from work tonight. Finished Christmas lights in dining room and went to bed.

Termination at CBS (10m)

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (100)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Three bowls chili (1050); peanuts (500); trail mix (540); Brown Cow Maple Yogurt (170)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); five Woodchuck ciders (800); Pilsner Urquell (150)

Walked 22,000+ steps

2008 - 20,000 (4,105,070) AU=6.25 (2168.75)
2009 - 22,000 (6,320,400) AU=6.00 (1601.75)

241-29/0-125

Spent entire workday up north today. Didn't get nearly as much done as I wanted to but a good day. Got plenty of walking in. Temperatures cranked lower today but still not too bad. Was in upper 20s by bedtime. Downloaded Christmas album by Sting...already listened to nearly 2,000 Christmas songs so far since Nov 1. Hung another strand of Christmas lights in dining room. Still a long way to go as I usually hang 20+ strings of lights on the inside of the house alone.

All on SAP (10m)

Monday, November 16, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese, sunflower/pepita seeds, trail mix (660); olive oil (240); roast chicken (800)

Drinks: One coffee (50); four Woodchuck pear cider (600)

Walked 23,000+ steps

2008 - 19,200 (4,085,070) AU=10.25 (2162.50)
2009 - 23,000 (6,298,400) AU=4.00 (1595.75)

240-29/0-124

Interesting day at work with all the changes. Was a mild day and took a good walk at lunchtime through the woods. Very mid-November looking out there with the bare trees. Hung another strand of Christmas lights at home and got to bed early as I was tired.

Leaf Raking Marathon (10m)

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (200)

Lunch: Trail mix (400); raisins (610)

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese, sunflower/pepita seeds, trail mix (590); olive oil (240); beef (450); rice (200); broccoli (150)

Drinks: Two coffee (100); six Woodchuck ciders (960)

Walked 26,000+ steps

2008 - 13,000 (4,065,870) AU=9.00 (2152.25)
2009 - 26,000 (6,275,400) AU=6.00 (1591.75)

239-29/0-124

Day started out drizzly and warm, got a decent walk in at Groton bike trail and then commenced raking leaves. All the leaves are off the trees and got most of front and some of the back done. Still need to finish sides and back next weekend and all will finally be done. Overall a very mild day (up around 60) for raking.

Washout

Saturday, November 14, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: 2 oz. cheese (200); raisins (260); trail mix (400)

Dinner: Prime rib & italian sausage (1000); peanuts (200)

Drinks: Two coffee (100); four Woodchuck cider (640); two Woodcuck Pear cider (320); four Pilsner Urquell (600)

Walked: 15,000+ steps

2008 - 10,400 (4,052,870) AU=1.00 (2143.25)
2009 - 15,000 (6,249,400) AU=10.00 (1585.75)

238-29/0-123

Pouring rain almost the entire day, got no yard work done but hung a lot of Christmas lights inside. Went for long walk at dusk and got soaked. Then spent night at a party where there was lots of loud music, beer and meats.

Friday the 13th

Friday, November 13, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Some Brazil Steakhouse restaurant: Salad greens, raisins, broccoli, cauliflower (100); rice (500); fried fish (500); various meats (1500)

Drinks: One Coffee (50); two Heinekens (300); four Woodchuck cider (800)

Walked 12,000+ steps

2008 - 11,400 (4,042,470) AU=6.00 (2142.25)
2009 - 20,100 (6,234,400) AU=6.00 (1575.75)

238-29/0-123

Short day at work day. It was a very busy day as we were preparing to switch the whole company to SAP. Left early so my youngest son could take his driving test and he passed. Now both sons have their license and can drive themselves around. Competitor of my company called when I got home and wanted to schedule an interview. Otherwise, I had a fairly quiet night.

Never Tired of Christmas Music (10m)

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: King Oscar Sardines (150)

Dinner: Three bowls of turkey soup w/whole-wheat pasta (1500)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); seven Woodchuck ciders (1120)

Walked 20,100+ steps

2008 - 10,700 (4,031,070) AU=5.25 (2136.25)
2009 - 20,100 (6,214,300) AU=7.00 (1569.75)

238-29/0-122



Another weird day. Went to Wilmington after starting off the wrong way. Didn't get much sleep last night - only about 4 hours. Starting to get darker in the mornings already since the last time change. Had a decent day at work as I wasn't in the main office. Finally got completely got up on my emails. Lot of changes going on at work and I'm ready for them.

Veteran's Day

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: 4 oz. cheese (400); 2 hard-boiled eggs (140); trail mix (350); peanut butter (300); raisins (400)

Drinks: One coffee (50); two Pilsner Urquell (300); four Woodchuck Ciders (640)

Walked 18,000+ steps

2008 - 20,800 (4,020,370) AU=6.25 (2131.00)
2009 - 18,000 (6,194,200) AU=6.00 (1562.75)

237-29/0-122




Very intense day at work and in fact worked at home until almost midnight. Also put in a resume for job opportunity elsewhere - just for kicks. Much cooler today.

Land of the Glass Pine Cones (10m)

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese (230); trail mix (500); sunflower/pepita seeds (100); two hard-boiled eggs (140); olive oil (240); chicken soup (600); chocolate covered almonds (300)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); one Pilsner Urquell (150); six Woodchuck ciders (960)

Walked 20,500+ steps

2008 - 15,670 (3,999,570) AU=6.75 (2124.75)
2009 - 20,500 (6,176,200) AU=7.00 (1556.75)

237-29/0-122

Wilmington

Monday, November 9, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); Blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Apple/pear (220); whole-wheat shells w/olive oil, tomato sauce & meatballs (1000); salad w/trail mix, 2 oz. cheese., two hard-boiled eggs (790); olive oil (240)

Drinks: One coffee (50); six Woodchuck ciders (960)

Walked 18,000+ steps

2008 - 20,300 (3,983,900) AU=11.50 (2118.00)
2009 - 18,000 (6,155,700) AU=6.00 (1549.75)

236-29/0-122

Indian Summer (10m)

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: Trail Mix (200); peanut butter (250); King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Roast turkey w/stuffing (1000); apple crisp (500)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); five Woodchuck ciders (800); Pilsner Urquell (150); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 22,500+ steps

2008 - 22,500 (3,963,600) AU=10.00 (2106.50)
2009 - 22,500 (6,137,700) AU=8.50 (1543.75)

236-28/0-121

Very warm day for this time of year - climbed up towards 70. Took a walk in Carlisle/Concord woods this morning and dog got a bunch of ticks. Got some good leaf-raking done and looks like most of the leaves are down. Will need another weekend or two to get it all done. Saw the NE Patriots beat Miami 27-17.

New Chimney (10m)

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (200)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Broccoli, cheese, chicken casserole (800); salad w/2 oz. cheese, trail mix, pepita/sunflower seeds (630); olive oil (240)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); four Woodchuck ciders (640); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 10,800 (3,941,100) AU=5.25 (2096.50)
2009 - 21,000 (6,115,200) AU=6.50 (1535.25)

235-27/0-120

Woke up early this Saturday morning. Was a cold morning, upper 20s. Oak trees dumped this past week and left me a lot of lawn raking to do. Only made a dent today though I was out there for hours. Took a sunset walk with dog along Chelmsford bike trail. Got into some short stories tonight and listened to tons of Christmas music today. Still don't have lights in windows yet.

Panasonic Scanners (10m)

Friday, November 6, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt

Lunch: None

Dinner: Halloween Candy (600); trail mix (130); Casa Blanca: Steak fajitas (1000); tortilla chips (300)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); three Woodchuck ciders (480); three margaritas (600)

Walked 20,500+ steps

2008 - 10,700 (3,930,300) AU=7.00 (2091.25)
2009 - 20,500 (6,094,200) AU=6.00 (1528.75)

234-27/0-120

Running late to work today so decided to pull over and check emails at a Dunkin Donuts. Finally got to office and before I knew it, it was 2PM. Took long walk and tried to end day at office up north but didn't make it in time due to traffic. Traffic was bad all day. So got to home at reasonable hour and went with wife to Mexican restaurant - food was awful.

Cloudy and Dark

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Chicken soup with acini de pepi (1000); 2 oz. cheese (200); Halloween Candy (600); peanuts (400)

Drinks: Coffee (50); 1 cider jack (130); 2 Mike's Hard Lemonade (300)

Walked 11,000+ steps

2008 - 16,000 (3,919,600) AU=7.75 (2084.25)
2009 - 11,000 (6,073,700) AU=3.00 (1522.75)

233-27/0-119

Got through the two day event at work. Very tired this week and have been going to bed early.

Too Much Candy

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: 2 oz. cheese (200); pistachios (1000); trail mix (400); Halloween Candy (600)

Drinks: 5 cider jacks (650); coffee (50)

Walked 12,000+ steps

2008 - 18,300 (3,903,600) AU=10.00 (2076.50)
2009 - 12,000 (6,062,700) AU=5.00 (1519.75)

233-27/0-119

Beginning of major two-day event at work today. Very tiring.

Election Day (10m)

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese, sunflower/pepita seeds, trail mix (650); olive oil (240); chicken soup with acini pepe pasta (800); Halloween candy (500)

Drinks: Coffee (50); four cider jacks (520); one Pilsner Urquell (150)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 16,200 (3,885,300) AU=9.00 (2066.50)
2009 - 21,000 (6,050,700) AU=5.00 (1514.75)

233-27/0-118

A bit of a strange day. My wife had eye surgery today so I left work early. Not that I got much done at work. Was 34 degrees in the morning but got close to 60 during day. Went to pick up son at college but got lost in the darkness of Lowell. Had to fire up my navigator to find my way over there. Still getting used to it getting dark before 5PM. Spent the night watching some election results and was much more pleasurable than last year at this time! I switched to new pedometer but it is malfunctioning and still have to wear my old worn-out one.

Chimney work starts (10m)

Monday, November 2, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Apple/Pear (220); some kind of chicken a/la king with whole-wheat pasta (500); salad w/2oz cheese, pepita/sunflower seeds, trail mix (580); olive oil (240); Halloween candy (400); peanuts (400)

Drinks: One coffee (50); four cider jacks (520)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 14,000 (3,869,100) AU=6.50 (2057.50)
2009 - 21,000 (6,050,700) AU=4.00 (1509.75)

232-27/0-118

Back to work after a great 3-day late fall weekend. Not a bad day and it went by fast. Had plenty of time for walking.

1st Day of Christmas (15m)

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: Apple and pear (220); Halloween candy (400); trail mix (260)

Dinner: Roast Turkey leg (500); stuffing (600); sweet potato (400)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); four Cider jacks (520); bottle mead (760)

Walked 32,000+ steps

2008 - 21,000 (3,855,100) AU=9.50 (2051.00)
2009 - 32,000 (6,029,700) AU=9.00 (1505.75)

231-27/0-118

Perfect day to end a near-perfect long weekend. Temps up near 60 today, took a long walk on Groton-Pepperill bike trail then spent most of afternoon in yard raking leaves, like last year at this time, got a good handle on it. Then another long walk after nightfall (which now occurs before 5PM as we switched our clocks back). Roast turkey dinner and a quiet night at home. Started listening to my massive Christmas collection today and it will take a full 8 weeks to hear it all.

Hallo-Windy (10m)

Saturday, October 31, 2009 - Halloween

Breakfast - Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: Trail Mix (390); Halloween Candy (400); almond butter (300); strawberries (150)

Dinner: Halloween Candy (500); Salad w/2 oz. cheese; pepita/sunflower seeds; trail mix (590); olive oil (240)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); Two Cider Jacks (260); bottle mead (720)

Walked 22,000+ steps

2008 - 15,200 (3,834,100) AU=8.75 (2041.50)
2009 - 22,000 (5,997,700) AU=9.00 (1497.75)

230-26/0-117

Very strange Halloween. For one thing, it felt weird having yesterday off and so today had that Sunday feel to it. Secondly, it was extremely warm! Temps soared into the low 70s. Around noon, it turned extremely windy and the leaves were blowing off the trees in large amounts. Still made a major dent with lawn raking though I'm still very sore from yesterday. My iPods are all set for eight weeks of Christmas music starting tomorrow. The day had kind of a surreal feel to it. Although this is the real beginning of the winter season, it was definitely a summer like day. As I write this (8PM), it is still in the upper 60s with some rain and a cold front moving in. Played some Halloween music on Sirius for the trick-or-treaters.

Leaf-raking (10m)

Friday, October 30, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: Halloween Candy (500); pear/apple (220); trail mix (130)

Dinner: (Outback) Rack of Lamb (1000); broccoli (200); chicken quesadillas (400); bread (150)

Drinks: Coffee (50); Six cider jack (780)

Walked 20,000+ steps

2008 - 14,700 (3,818,900) AU=6.00 (2032.75)
2009 - 20,000 (5,975,700) AU=6.00 (1488.75)

229-26/0-116

Had the day off from work today. Took my regular morning walk and went out for coffee. Came back for some serious lawn raking. Raked leaves until my arms were about to fall off (took breaks to check email back at work). Went to Outback with wife and came home exhausted. Ended up going to bed early after getting my iPods set up for Christmas music. All in all, an excellent day away from work and I really do like raking leaves.

Maine

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Apple/Pear (220); salad w/2 oz cheese, pepitas/sunflower seeds, trail mix (630); trail mix (260); olive oil (240); peanuts (400)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); six Cider Jacks (780)

Walked 12,400+ steps

2008 - 16,600 (3,804,200) AU=7.75 (2026.75)
2009 - 12,400 (5,955,700) AU=6.00 (1482.75)

228-26/0-115

This was sort of like a Friday for me as I have tomorrow off. Was a fast-paced day at work and didn't get much time for walking. Didn't get much reading done this week at all. I've been sort of lazy at home much of this week and watching TV which is something I rarely do and have been getting to bed relatively early.

Hoping for a good late fall weekend of raking leaves, Halloween and the onset of the Christmas/Thanksgiving season.

Cold Rain II

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/3 oz. cheese, pepita/sunflower seeds, trail mix (630); olive oil (240); two slices whole-wheat homemade bread (400); Halloween candy (200); Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); six Cider jacks (780)

Walked 10,800 steps

2008 - 15,300 (3,787,600) AU=8.75 (2019.00)
2009 - 10,800 (5,943,300) AU=6.00 (1476.75)

228-26/0-115

Just like one year ago today, a cold rain fell most of day. Didn't get much walking done. Another quiet day at work. Got a good night sleep last night and will try to repeat it again tonight.

1200 (10m)

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese, pepitas/sunflower seeds, trail mix (530); olive oil (240); peanuts (400); pear/apple (220); Halloween candy (500)

Drinks: One coffee (50); five Cider-jacks (650)

Walked 20,600+ steps

2008 - 13,300 (3,772,300) AU=6.50 (2010.25)
2009 - 20,600 (5,932,500) AU=5.00 (1470.75)

228-26/0-114

Ended up running late to work this morning so I decided to work out of my car for most of morning. Day went by very fast. Went to bed early and hardly read at all as I was tired.

Beginning of Halloween Week (10m)

Monday, October 26, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (70); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Apple and pear (220); whole-wheat shells w/olive oil and tomato sauce (400); peanuts (600); salad w/2 oz cheese (230), pepita/sunflower seeds (100); trail mix (260); edamame beans (130); some Halloween candy (500)

Drinks: Coffee (50); 8 oz. Odwalla juice (140); four Cider Jacks (520)

Walked 23,600+ steps

2008 - 16,000 (3,759,00) AU=7.50 (2003.75)
2009 - 23,600 (5,911,900) AU=4.00 (1465.75)

227-26/0-114

Not a bad day at work. Got out a little early to rake some leaves at home. This is last week of having daylight after 5PM as we switch to daylight standard time over this weekend. Still, it was too dark by 6PM to really see anything. But at least I made a dent in the leaves. Will be taking Friday off to spend all day out there.

Once again I was very hungry today but I'm feeling good so even though I must be putting on some weight, I'm not complaining.

Tam Lin (10m)

Sunday, October 25, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: Pistachios (600); Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); slice homemade wheat bread (200); 2 oz. cheese (200); almond butter (300); trail mix (260); strawberries (100)

Dinner: Calzone (1000)

Drinks: 2 coffees (100); Fuze water (20); eight Ciderjacks (1040); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 20,500+ steps

2008 - 22,000 (3,743,00) AU=8.75 (1996.25)
2009 - 20,500 (5,888,300) AU=10.50 (1461.75)

226-26/0-113

A perfect autumn day. Deep blue skies, mild temps and a crisp, cold night. Took 7.5 walk on Groton bike trail to start the day and saw leaves falling off the trees almost constantly. Heard Bach Cantata 49 on the way home where I raked leaves and saw New England Patriots win 35-7 against Tampa Bay (in London). Went to family birthday party and listened to most of Mozart's Idomeneo on way home. Started a new book "The House of Lost Souls" which seems pretty good for the Halloween season. Was ravenously hungry all day but the calzone at the family party put an end to that.

Another Rainy Weekend (10m)

Saturday, October 24, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt

Lunch: Trail mix (130); three slices homemade whole-wheat bread (600)

Dinner: Broccoli, cheese, chicken casserole (1000); rice (300); salad w/1 oz. cheese, one hard-boiled egg, pepita/sunflower seeds (300); olive oil (240); pistachios (600)

Drinks: Six Ciderjacks (740); two coffees (100)

Walked 23,000+ miles

2008 - 13,500 (3,721,00) AU=7.00 (1987.50)
2009 - 23,000 (5,867,800) AU=6.00 (1451.25)

225-25/0-112

A mostly rainy Saturday but still got plenty of walking in. Woke up to pouring rain but it stopped long enough to take a decent walk in Bedford, taking a little-used trail up towards Concord. Got wet in the beginning but stopped raining for the rest of the way. Then walked the Chelmsford bike trail in the afternoon during another dry slot. Other than that, rain, heavy at times but temps warmed and hit the mid 60s by late evening.

Saw a "free" movie on TV called "I Know What You Did Last Summer" which was some kind of Halloween horror flick. Getting a lot of reading done lately. Finished "A Simple Plan" and that was probably the 10th book I've read this month so far. This was a rare instance where I liked the movie better than the book.

DOG (10m)

Friday, October 23, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: Two garlic "pizzas" that were actually some sort of weird garlic mix on fajitas. (400)

Dinner: (Italian Restaurant in Acton) Garlic bread (300); calamari (200); lamb chops with garlic, mushrooms, mushroom ravioli, peppers, sauce (1200)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); four Cider Jacks, three glasses red wine (540)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 12,800 (3,707,550) AU=7.00 (1980.50)
2009 - 21,000 (5,844,800) AU=7.75 (1445.25)

224-25/0-112

Spent entire workday up north and took long walk in Andover woods. Much cooler day with clouds moving in. Didn't get much done at work - was almost like day off. After dinner, rain started coming down.

No Place For Dogs (10m)

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: King Oscar Sardines (150)

Dinner:

Drinks: One coffee (50); Odwalla juice (130); six Cider Jacks (780)

Walked: 21,700+ steps

2008 - 16,100 (3,694,750) AU=5.75 (1973.50)
2009 - 21,700 (5,823,800) AU=6.00 (1437.50)

223-25/0-111


Slow day at work today and got some good walking in. Mild temperatures as well and sunny skies.

Einstein On Beach (10m)

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz cheese (230), edamame beans (100); trail mix (260); sunflower/pepita seeds (100); two hard-boiled eggs (140); olive oil (240); peanuts (450); two apples (220)

Drinks: One coffee (50); three Pilsner Urquells (450); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 20,200+ steps

2008 - 11,500 (3,678,650) AU=4.50 (1968.00)
2009 - 20,200 (5,802,100) AU=5.50 (1431.50)

222-25/0-111

Got right up at 5AM but dragged through morning routine and ended up being late for morning walk and having to cut is short. Made up for it by a long walk in forest up in Andover. Decided to spend the day up north today and that worked out well. Weather was mild once again, 60s by day and low 50s at night. Listened to "Aida" and got some good reading done at night.

Indian Summer (10m)

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/1 oz cheese, sunflower/pepita seeds, edamame beans (360); olive oil (240); trail mix (200); two apples (220); chicken (600); peanuts (450)

Drinks: One coffee (50); six Cider Jacks (780)

Walked 21,800+ steps

2008 - 20,100 (3,667,150) AU=6.50 (1963.50)
2009 - 21,800 (5,781,900) AU=6.00 (1426.00)

221-25/0-111

Much milder today and left office early after a rather slow morning. Took long walk in the woods by work and then ended day with customer meeting out in Marlboro. Still, had a busy night and was really tired by bedtime.

A Simple Plan (10m)

Monday, October 19, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: King Oscar Sardines (150)

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese, two hard-boiled eggs, sunflower/pepita seeds (490); olive oil (240); two slices homemade whole-wheat bread (200); peanut butter (300); strawberries (100)

Drinks: One coffee (50); five Cider Jacks (650)

Walked 21,700+ steps

2008 - 20,100 (3,647,050) AU=9.50 (1957.00)
2009 - 21,700 (5,760,100) AU=5.00 (1420.00)

220-24/0-111

Not too bad of a day of work. Got my full walking in. Was cold again today.

Northeaster (Snow 02)

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); 7-grain oatmeal (280); raisins (150)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Roast chicken (800); stuffing (800); five hard-boiled eggs (400); yam (200)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); six Cider Jacks (780); bottle mead (720)

Walked 13,000+ steps

2008 - 22,000 (3,626,950) AU=11.50 (1947.50)
2009 - 13,000 (5,738,400) AU=11.00 (1415.00)

219-23/0-110

Pouring rain this morning and took first walk at Burlington mall. On way home, the rain started changing over to snow. Moderate to heavy wet snow most of afternoon. New England Patriots played in the snow and beat Tennessee 59-0. Didn't get a lot done today except rest and drink and eat a lot.

Bonus Sunny Saturday (10m)

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: Pear (110); trail mix (130); peanuts (500)

Dinner: Mexican meatloaf (600); rice w/olive oil (400); two slices homemade whole-wheat bread (400)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); 24 oz. Sapporo beer (300); four Cider Jacks (520)

Walked: 21,200+ steps

2008 - 11,700 (3,604,950) AU=5.50 (1936.00)
2009 - 21,200 (5,725,400) AU=6.00 (1404.00)

219-22/0-109

Started day with 7+ mile walk in Estabrook woods. Got a haircut and mowed the lawn again as it is easier than raking. Not a lot of leaves came down since last weekend but you can see they are ready to drop. Also moved some deadwood (from last Dec 11 storm) out of the fringes of the yard. It was a cool day but surprisingly the sun was out for most of it after thinking it would be mostly cold and wet. Tonight and tomorrow, a heavy rainstorm is due to move in.

Snow In October! (10m) (Snow 01)

Friday, October 16, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Peanuts (600); 6 oz cheese (600); pear (110); peanut butter (300)

Drinks: One coffee (50); 8 oz. juice (130); five Cider Jacks (650)

Walked 20,100+ steps

2008 - 13,000 (3,593,250) AU=7.00 (1930.50)
2009 - 20,100 (5,704,200) AU=5.00 (1398.00)

218-22/0-109

It was snowing out when I took the dog for a walk this morning, it snowed the entire walk and while too warm to stick to the pavement, grassy surfaces and most roofs were snow covered in the early morning darkness. As soon as it turned light, the snow started melting quickly but it snowed and spitted rain most of morning. Wife got back from Houston today. Another crazy day at work and I'm glad to have this week over. Left a little early to get son at college and took a long walk tonight to make up for a lack of a noontime walk.

7000s are Junk (10m)

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese, pepitas/sunflower seeds, edamame seeds (460); olive oil (240); peanuts (600); strawberries (100)

Drinks: One coffee (50); six Cider Jacks (780)

Walked 22,600+ steps

2008 - 12,400 (3,580,250) AU=5.50 (1927.50)
2009 - 22,600 (5,684,100) AU=6.00 (1393.00)

217-22/0-108

Weird day. Very cold this morning (around 30) and never got much past 40. Almost like early winter instead of mid-fall. Work day flew by. Weird scene with balloon in Colorado - likely a scam there. Got a good amount of walking done. Going to try to get a good night sleep before wife comes home from Houston.

Saving the 7000? (10m)

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/2 oz. cheese, edamame beans, pepita/sunflower seeds (460); olive oil (240); peanuts (600); King Oscar sardines (150)

Drinks: One coffee (50); three Cider Jacks (390); bottle mead (720)

Walked 20,100+ steps

2008 - 12,000 (3,567,850) AU=7.25 (1922.00)
2009 - 20,100 (5,661,500) AU=8.00 (1387.00)

216-22/0-108

Busiest day at work yet this year! And that's saying something. Anyway it was cold today, 32 degrees this morning and already down to 33.8 degrees by bedtime today.

Dog-tired

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/cheese, edamame beans, sunflower/pepitas (460); olive oil (240); peanuts (400); Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); apple (110); pear (100)

Drinks: Coffee (50); three Cider Jacks (390); bottle mead (720)

Walked 10,800+ steps

2008 - 20,000 (3,555,850) AU=6.50 (1914.75)
2009 - 10,800 (5,641,400) AU=8.00 (1379.00)

Cold rain this morning washed out the walk. Didn't get much walking done rest of day. Busy day at work but got home early and had nice night of reading. 39 degrees at bedtime.

215-22/0-108

Columbus Day (10m)

Monday, October 12, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: Sardines (150)

Dinner: Slow-cooked chicken (600); peanuts (600); salad w/cheese, edamame beans, sunflower/pepitas (460); olive oil (240); Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); Strawberries (100)

Drinks: One coffee (50); 2 Pilsner Urquells (300); three Cider Jacks (390)

Walked 22,000+ steps

2008 - 20,500 (3,535,850) AU=13.00 (1908.25)
2009 - 22,000 (5,630,600) AU=5.00 (1371.00)

215-21/0-108

Back to work. Fast day. Wife flew to Houston. Quiet night after work. Got two good walks in today. Traffic light due to Columbus Day. Wish I had day off. Classic fall day in New England.

Rock Concert (10m)

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); one slice homemade whole-wheat bread (200)

Lunch: (Devens Chili-Fest) Chili & cornbread (1500)

Dinner: Slow-cooked chicken (600); one slice homemade whole-wheat bread (200); pistachios (400)

Drinks: Three coffees (150); two Wachusett beers (300); four Cider Jacks (520); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 27,700+

2008 - 26,500 (3,515,350) AU=10.00 (1895.25)
2009 - 27,700 (5,608,600) AU=8.50 (1366.00)

214-20/0-107

Went to Estabrook woods today (by way of Stearns Street trail) for first time this fall season. Felt great to be out in the woods again though it was a little wet and muddy. Went to see son's gig at Devens today, good show, did some more walking out in Devens as they sold T-shirts after the show was over.

Back to the Woods (10m)

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: Pear (110); peanut butter (300)

Dinner: Chicken pot pie (600); three slices homemade whole-wheat bread (600); broccoli w/olive oil (300)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); Four Cider Jacks (520); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); bottle mead (720)

Walked 21,000+ steps

2008 - 21,000 (3,488,850) AU=5.00 (1885.25)
2009 - 21,000 (5,580,900) AU=11.00 (1357.50)

213-19/0-106

Five miles on the Bedford-Billerica bike trail this morning and then took first walk into the woods since the spring (Lime Quarry).

Faxing over IP

Friday, October 9, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Thai Restaurant: Beef sticks (200); dumpling (200); pad thai (800); rice (500); duck and broccoli (600)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); two Singha beers (300); six Cider Jacks (780)

Walked 12,000+ steps

2008 - 13,800 (3,467,850) AU=7.50 (1880.25)
2009 - 12,000 (5,559,900) AU=8.00 (1346.50)

212-18/0-106

Got normal morning walk done but rains moved in midday and little walking down after that. Finished my Friday up north and went out to dinner with wife when I got home. It's been a Cider Jack week - the cooler weather is conducive to apples and apple cider. Good day at work, that fax over IP issue is finally resolved.

Parts Room on Wheels (10m)

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Stonyfield Chocolate Yogurt (220); peanuts (600); 4 oz. cheese (400); pear (100); apple (110)

Drinks: Coffee (50); six Cider Jack (780)

Walked 21,700+ steps

2008 - 17,800 (3,454,050) AU=6.50 (1872.75)
2009 - 21,700 (5,547,900) AU=6.00 (1338.50)

212-18/0-105

At lunchtime did the 4 mile loop through the woods near my office park. Left work on time and had a quiet night at home.

Windy

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad w/3 oz. cheese, pepitas/sunflower seeds/1 oz. almonds (740); peanuts (600); 1 slice homemade whole-wheat bread (200); Brown Cow Maple Yogurt (170)

Drinks: One coffee (50); six Ciderjacks (780)

Walked 13,500+ steps

2008 - 10,500 (3,436,250) AU=7.00 (1866.25)
2009 - 13,500 (5,526,200) AU=6.00 (1332.50)

211-18/0-105

Woke up to heavy rain this morning scratching the morning walk. Kind of a tropical day with lots of rain and humidity and a lot of wind. Branches are down all over. Work flew by once again.

A 200+ mile day

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Rasberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (420); raisins (200)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Three slices homemade whole-wheat bread (600); salad w/2 oz. cheese/pepitas/sunflower seeds/1 oz. cashews (540); olive oil (240); peanuts (600); apple (110); pear (100); strawberries (100)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); three Pilsner Urquells (450); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 13,700+ steps

2008 - 17,400 (3,425,750) AU=7.75 (1859.25)
2009 - 13,700 (5,512,700) AU=5.50 (1326.50)

211-18/0-104

Took short walk this morning and drove to Providence - barely made it there on time. After a meeting there, drove almost 100 miles up north and ended workday there. Work flew by.

Foliage breaking out (10m)

Monday, October 5, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); raisins (100)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Whole-wheat pasta w/meatballs (1000); salad w/2 oz. cheese, 1 oz. almonds, sunflower/pepita seeds (540); olive oil (360); two slices whole-wheat homemade bread (300)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); Fuze (20); two Cider Jacks (260); one Woodchuck cider (200); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 23,400+ steps

2008 - 22,000 (3,408,350) AU=8.75 (1851.50)
2009 - 23,400 (5,499,000) AU=5.50 (1321.00)

211-18/0-104

Back to work this morning. Didn't want to get up as was having good dreams. But somehow got out for my walk a little early and it was dark as night for most of the walk. Definitely shorter days are here. Another somewhat mild day (mid 60s) but definitely cooler weather moving in. Work was actually not bad and got out of the office early (but did a lot of work at home).

Acorns Everywhere (10m)

Sunday, October 4, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); raisins (100)

Lunch: (Applebees) Bacon cheeseburger w/sauteed onions and peppers (1000)

Dinner: Mexican Meatloaf (600); Salad w/2 oz. cheese; 1 oz. cashews, sunflower/pepita seeds (540); olive oil (240); squash (200); four slices homemade whole-wheat bread (600); pear (110)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); two Cider Jacks (260), two Woodchuck ciders (400); 23 oz. Octoberfest (300); bottle mead (720)

Walked 28,300+ steps

2008 - 20,000 (3,886,350) AU=9.50 (1842.75)
2009 - 28,300 (5,475,600) AU=11.00 (1315.50)

210-17/0-104

Long walk (8 miles plus) on Groton-Pepperill bike trail got day off to a good start. Unseasonably warm today, up around 70. Watched New England Patriots go to 3-1 then did some more walking, almost made 15 miles. Still eating way too much but appetite has been enormous lately.

Rainy Saturday (10m)

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: Two apples (220)

Dinner: Chicken soup w/vegetables (600); 5 slices homemade whole-wheat bread (750); olive oil (120); 2 oz. cheese (200)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); Fuze (20); two Cider Jacks (260); two Woodchuck Ciders (400); bottle mead (720)

Walked 20,500+ steps

2008 - 12,000 (3,866,350) AU=5.00 (1833.25)
2009 - 20,500 (5,447,300) AU=9.00 (1304.50)

209-16/0-104

Washout today, mostly rain all day. However, I found time to get 10 miles of walking in. Usual Saturday, did the library, Whole Foods, etc. Got new sneakers as my old ones were literally run down to nothing. Threw the old ones up in the trees. Feeling bloated today and really need to get back to the diet I had most of the year.

Temps were warm and were actually climbing into mid 60s by bedtime.

Gaining Weight

Friday, October 2, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (170); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: (Outback) Broccoli soup (500); rack of lamb w/mashed potatoes and broccoli (1500); 2 oz. cheese (200); two hard boiled eggs (140)

Drinks: Pilsner Urquell (150); one apple cider (200); 24 oz. Foster's (300); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 10,100+ steps

2008 - 12,200 (3,854,350) AU=7.00 (1828.25)
2009 - 10,100 (5,426,800) AU=6.50 (1295.50)

208-16/0-103

Had quarterly meeting this morning. Short walk. Left work early but didn't matter, got stuck in traffic jam getting son from college, had to drive him to work and by time I got changed, it was past 6PM. Very little walking got done today. Glad this week is over!

I have to get back on track with diet and exercise as I've put on at least 10 pounds over past month or so.

Chart House

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: (Chart House) Blackened swordfish w/rice and broccoli (800); asparagus (200); spinach (100); one hard-boiled egg (70); 1 oz. cheese (100)

Drinks: One coffee (50); two Cider Jacks (240); one Octoberfest (150); five glasses wine (900)

Walked 10,700+ steps

2008 - 11,000 (3,842,150) AU=5.50 (1821.25)
2009 - 10,700 (5,416,700) AU=10.50 (1289.00)

208-16/0-102

40 degrees this morning...another crazy day at work and had work-related meeting in Boston at Chart House. Didn't get home until close to 11PM.

Overslept

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Chicken Soup (500); salad greens (30); two hard boiled eggs (140); two oz. cheese (200); raisins (100); peanuts (400)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); four Cider Jacks (480); two glasses red wine (360); 24 oz. Sapporo (300)

Walked 10,300+ steps

2008 - 12,400 (3,831,150) AU=6.50 (1815.75)
2009 - 10,300 (5,406,000) AU=8.50 (1278.50)

208-16/0-102

Another fast day at work. Visited customer in Somerville. Lot's of corporate people came in for a big presentation. Overslept this morning and completely missed morning walk. Didn't even get a midday walk. All walking done after work. And getting cold, wore gloves for first time this season - about 45 degrees around bedtime.

Lots of morning traffic (10m)

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Some horrible steak tips/fries and salad from a take-out Italian restaurant (900); two apples (220); 2 oz. cheese (200); peanut butter (300)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); two Pilsner Urquells (300); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 20,000+ steps

2008 - 11,000 (3,818,750) AU=7.50 (1809.25)
2009 - 20,000 (5,395,700) AU=4.50 (1270.00)

208-16/0-102

Had a dream that seemed to last all night and then alarm got me up at 5AM. Day went by very fast at work as the pace continues to quicken. Went to my sister's house after work and didn't get home until nearly 9PM. Day was cooler but still got near 70 with lots of blue sky. Even cooler weather moving in.

Chicken in a Pot (10m)

Monday, September 28, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Chicken meat boiled in crock pot (800); squash (200); rice w/olive oil (300); salad greens (30); olive oil (240); 2 oz cheese (200); sunflower/pepita seeds (100)

Drinks: One coffee (50); three Pilsner Urquell (450); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 20,300+ steps

2008 - 22,300 (3,807,750) AU=11.00 (1801.75)
2009 - 20,300 (5,375,700) AU=5.50 (1265.50)

207-16/0-102

Compared to last week, this wasn't a bad day at work. Got to end my day up north and got some good walking in. Really warm day, up around 80. But I get the feeling this is the last time we will see 80 until next spring.

Late September

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: (Outback) Porterhouse (1200); broccoli (200); bread w/butter (300)

Dinner: Two apples (220); peanuts (400); two hard-boiled eggs (140); 1 oz. cheese (200)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); two tall Foster lagers (600); one Pilsner Urquell (150); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 12,800+ steps

2008 - 11,300 (3,785,450) AU=7.50 (1790.75)
2009 - 12,800 (5,355,400) AU=7.50 (1260.00)

206-15/0-102

Mostly a rainy day today. For some reason, my legs have been sore for days so took a bit of a break from walking. Got a lot of reading done, mostly re-reading "The Firm", a novel I read over 15 years ago. This weekend really flew by. Spent a lot of time catching up on work today as well.

Autumn-like (10m)

Saturday, September 26, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: Two apples (220); two hard-boiled eggs (140); peanut butter (400)

Dinner: Two slices pizza (600); peanuts (400)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); Fuze (20); four Pilsner Urquells (600); three Michelob Ultra (300)

Walked 20,900+ steps

2008 - 10,000 (3,774,150) AU=4.50 (1783.25)
2009 - 20,900 (5,342,600) AU=7.00 (1252.50)

206-15/0-102

Had a much-needed good night of sleep. Took 5-mile walk on the Bedford-Billerica bike path. Got some good books to read at library and went to family party in evening. In between, finished installing the generator I bought earlier this year and gave it a good workout. Weather much cooler today and needed jacket most of day, thought midday was comfortable. Rains move in for tomorrow.

Last Call for DNA

Friday, September 25, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: (Mexican Restaurant) Steak and shrimp with beans and rice (1200); nacho chips (400); Mexican appetizers (600)

Drinks: One coffee (50); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); two margaritas (300); one Pilsner Urquell (150)

Walked 10,700+ steps

2008 - 21,000 (3,764,150) AU=9.00 (1778.75)
2009 - 10,700 (5,321,700) AU=5.00 (1245.50)

205-15/0-102

Busiest week of work in quite some time. But got through it. Went to Mexican restaurant with wife after work (got home late) and went right to bed. Was very tired. Much cooler today as fall has returned.

Resignation

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad greens (30); 4 oz. cheese (400); 1 oz almonds (210); 1 oz. cashews (210); olive oil (240); two hard-boiled eggs (140); peanuts (400)

Drinks: Coffee (50); Fuze water (20); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); 1 Heineken (150); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 13,300+ steps

2008 - 17,400 (3,743,150) AU=5.00 (1769.75)
2009 - 13,300 (5,311,000) AU=5.50 (1240.50)

205-14/0-101

70 degrees this morning when I woke up! Another summerlike day. Went to Boston today for meeting up to 46th floor of Prudential. Didn't have much time to get a good view however.

Mozart

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (150)

Lunch: Scrod (800); chicken vegetable soup (300); some linguine (300)

Dinner: Salad greens (30); 4 oz. cheese (400); sunflower/pepita seeds (100); edamame beans (130); olive oil (240)

Drinks: One coffee (50); four Pilsner Urquells (600); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 10,500+ steps

2008 - 10,000 (3,725,750) AU=5.50 (1764.75)
2009 - 10,500 (5,297,700) AU=6.50 (1235.00)

205-14/0-101

Went to Providence today and another intense day at work. Very little time for walking. Very summerlike temps, was 74 degrees when I did my night walk.

Too many emails (10m)

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blueberries (30); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Chicken, broccoli and cheese (500); salad greens (30); 1 oz. almonds (210); olive oil (240); sunflower/pepita seeds (100); 2 oz. cheese (200); peanuts (400)

Drinks: One coffee (50); Three Pilsner Urquells (450)

Walked 20,400 steps

2008 - 26,200 (3,715,750) AU=9.00 (1759.25)
2009 - 20,400 (5,287,200) AU=3.00 (1228.50)

205-14/0-101

Another fast busy day at work. Weather really warmed up and feels like summer again.

Email wars (10m)

Monday, September 21, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); currants (130)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Wheat shells w/chili (800); salad greens (30); 1 oz. almonds (210); 2 oz. cheese (200); olive oil (350)

Drinks: One coffee (50); Three Pilsner Urquells (450); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 20,400+ steps

2008 - 22,700 (3,689,550) AU=9.00 (1750.25)
2009 - 20,400 (5,266,800) AU=5.50 (1225.50)

204-13/0-101

Rough day at work but got through it. Night went really fast and I'm tired and ready to bed. Warm day today again - upper 70s.

Golf Take II (10m)

Sunday, September 20, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60)

Lunch: Two peaches (220); (99 Restaurant) A few chicken fingers (300); smothered steak tips w/broccoli (1000)

Dinner: Chili (800); peach (110)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); two 23 oz. Sam Adams Octoberfest (600); Pilsner Urquell (150); two glasses red wine (360); Fuze water (20)

Walked 24,000+ steps

2008 - 20,000 (3,666,850) AU=8.00 (1741.25)
2009 - 24,000 (5,246,400) AU=7.50 (1220.00)

203-12/0-101

Slept in and took walk on Groton bike trail. Near perfect late summer/early autumn day though it did get down to 38 degrees this morning, it got into mid 70s for a high. Went golfing in the afternoon and did much better than the first time.

Renaissance Faire (10m)

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60)

Lunch: Two large turkey drumsticks (800); some fried onions (400)

Dinner: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); bottle water (0); two Fuze drinks (40); three "yards" of beer (600); two glasses Mead (400); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 20,200+ steps

2008 - 10,000 (3,646,850) AU=5.00 (1738.25)
2009 - 20,200 (5,222,400) AU=9.00 (1212.50)

202-11/0-101

Spent most of day at Renaissance Faire with my sister. Slept in a little late and awoke to deep, blue autumn-like skies. Very long drive there and back and the fair took up most of the day (and much of the contents of my wallet). A good time though. Took an extra long walk with dog when I got home and spent rest of night getting caught up on work and listening to ancient music on the radio.

Gotterdammerung

Friday, September 18, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad greens (30); 2 oz. cheese (200); 1 oz. almonds (210); pepita/sunflower seeds (100); edamame beans (130); olive oil (240); Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); currants (200); peanut butter (400)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); two glasses red wine (360); one Pilsner Urquell (150)

Walked 10,000+ steps

2008 - 20,200 (3,636,850) AU=6.00 (1733.25)
2009 - 10,000 (5,202,200) AU=5.50 (1203.50)

201-11/0-101

Very busy day today and really tired out from lack of sleep all week. Met up north to discuss territory re-alignments and then went to Waltham for long meeting with customer. Got home and was in no mood for walking despite not having a midday walk at all. Was in bed around 10PM and got a good night sleep.

Siegfried (10m)

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Breakfast: Stonyfield Strawberry Yogurt (180)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Rotisserie chicken from Whole Foods (1200); dark chocolate bar from Whole Foods (430); cornbread from Whole Foods (300)

Drinks: One coffee (50); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); three Pilsner Urquell (450)

Walked 20,600+ steps

2008 - 21,200 (3,616,650) AU=5.00 (1727.25)
2009 - 20,600 (5,192,200) AU=5.00 (1198.00)

201-11/0-100

So tired this morning but got up and did my regular walk. Was late for meeting at work due to accident near Rte 9. Rest of day was a blur with constant interruptions. Mostly good stuff going on at work but so much to do. Weather was cold once again and mostly cloudy.

Die Walkure (10m)

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); currants (130)

Lunch: King Oscar Sardines (150)

Dinner: 4 oz . cheese (400); Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); whole wheat spaghetti w/olive oil (800); peanuts (400)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); two glasses red wine (360); three Pilsner Urquells (450)

Walked 21,200+ steps

2008 - 22,800 (3,575,850) AU=7.00 (1722.25)
2009 - 21,200 (5,171,600) AU=5.50 (1193.00)

200-10/0-100

Another fast day at work with not enough hours to get things done. Tried listening to Die Walkure at night (second part of Ring cycle) but had to get to sleep beginning of second act, so tired I couldn't keep my eyes open. It was a very cool day and I dragged out the long sleeves and jacket.

Das Rheingold (10m)

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad greens (60); 2 oz. cheese (200); raisins (120); currants (200); peanuts (500); pistachios (500); some whole oat cereal (150); Stonyfield Chocolate Yogurt (220)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); two glasses red wine (360); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); two Pilsner Urquells (300)

Walked 20,100+ steps

2008 - 21,800 (3,553,050) AU=4.00 (1715.25)
2009 - 20,100 (5,150,400) AU=6.50 (1187.50)

199-9/0-99

Another busy but productive day at work. Warm temps again but probably last day like this for a while as cooler weather moving in. Had a very long day as I didn't leave office until 7PM and picked up my son at college close to 9PM. Then spent nearly three hours listening to Das Rheingold on the Sirius radio while reading.

Coup (10m)

Monday, September 14, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Peanuts (400); salad greens (30); 2 oz. cheese (200); raisins (200); peach (110); Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180)

Drinks: Two coffee (100); two glasses red wine (360); three Pilsner Urquell (450)

Walked 22,100+ steps

2008 - 22,500 (3,531,250) AU=7.00 (1711.25)
2009 - 22,100 (5,130,300) AU=5.50 (1181.00)

198-8/0-99

Productive day at work today, despite little sleep night before. Got a lot of good stuff accomplished. Day warmed up to upper 70s. Watched New England season opener and they pulled out 25-24 victory after being 11 points behind with just a few minutes left.

BUTR (15m)

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: Peach (110)

Dinner: Two sausage (600); one strip steak (250); salad greens (30); 2 oz. cheese (200); two hard-boiled eggs (140); sunflower/pepita seeds (100); 1 oz. cashews (210); olive oil (240); peanuts (400)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); 1 Fuze water (20); two Pilsner Urquell (300); four Budweisers (400); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 33,300+ steps

2008 - 18,500 (3,508,750) AU=7.00 (1704.25)
2009 - 33,300 (5,108,200) AU=8.50 (1175.50)

197-7/0-99

Sun came out this morning and salvaged weekend weather-wise. Hit mid 70s and was a great late summer day. Started out with 6+ mile walk on Ayer-Groton bike path and then walked from Bedford to Arlington (8+ miles) to a family get-together. Had a productive night getting work done for tomorrow and was up until past 1AM. I'll be tired tomorrow...

Cold and Dreary

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (170); raspberries (50)

Lunch: Peach (120); apple (100); peanuts (400); 2 oz. cheese (200)

Dinner: Mexican lasagna (400); beans (50), chicken (200);

Drinks: Two coffees (100); four Stella Artois (600); three Dos Equis (450)

Walked 14,700+ steps

2008 - 15,000 (3,490,250) AU=10.00 (1697.25)
2009 - 14,700 (5,074,900) AU=7.00 (1167.00)

196-7/0-99

Cold and raining most of the day. Didn't get a full walk in until close to 5PM. Then went to a birthday party with wife. In a strange coincidence, my car battery was dead this morning, just like exactly one year ago today. But this time, the reason was that the auto body shop guy didn't connect the battery terminal tightly so I jump started it, tighted the cable and all was well. I had the car in yesterday to have another part put on but again, sloppy work by the same people.

Anniversary of 9/11

Friday, September 11, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: Rotisserie chicken (650); cornbread (300); Whole Foods chocolate bar (430); rice & olive oil (400); 2 oz. cheese (200)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); two mini-bottles dessert wine (720)

Walked 13,000+ steps

2008 - 13,500 (3,475,250) AU=7.50 (1687.25)
2009 - 13,000 (5,060,200) AU=7.00 (1160.00)

196-7/0-98

Another quick day at work to end a short week. A cloudy and rather cool day but got some walking in before the rains moved in. Looks like a washout for tomorrow as well. Anniversary of 9/11 passed very quietly. Hardly a mention of it anywhere.

Logitech (10m)

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (50); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: (PF Chang's, Dedham) Appetizers of ribs, peking dumpling, some kind of beef dish (500); assortment of three main chinese dishes (900)

Dinner: Brown Cow Maple Yogurt (170); 2 hard-boiled eggs (140); 2 oz cheese (200); peanuts (300)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); iced tea (0); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); bottle Mead (720)

Walked 20,000+ steps

2008 - 14,500 (3,461,750) AU=4.00 (1679.75)
2009 - 20,000 (5,047,200) AU=7.00 (1153.00)

196-7/0-97

Spent most of workday out of office meeting cutomer (billing issues) and having long lunch with a vendor. Going to have to cram a lot of work tomorrow so I think I'll stay up north. Another very cool day and definitely fall like. Days are shorter and a few leaves already starting to fall. My computer mouse is on it's last leg so got new Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse. I'm pretty impressed with it. Now I need to get a new monitor and give this computer a serious tuneup.

Tannheuser (10m)

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Maple Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Raisins (200); salad greens (30); two hard-boiled eggs (140); 2 oz. cheese (200); 1 oz. cashews (210); edamame beans (130); sunflower/pepita seeds (100); olive oil (240); apple (100); peanuts (600); Brown Cow Maple Yogurt (170)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); four Stella Artois (600)

Walked 20,400+ steps

2008 - 20,100 (3,447,250) AU=10.00 (1675.75)
2009 - 20,400 (5,027,200) AU=4.00 (1146.00)

195-7/0-97

Another fast day at work...not enough time in day! Weather was on the very chilly side, I don't think it got out of the 60s. Got stuck in massive traffic jam on way to work due to accident near Winter Street in Waltham. Took me a while to get home too but had a great lunchtime walk in the woods (for about 4 miles).

The Autumn Season has begun (10m)

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Salad greens (30); two oz. cheese (200); sunflower seeds/pepitas (200); 1 oz. almonds (210); edamame beans (130); olive oil (240); blueberries (30); Stonyfield Farms White Chocolate/Raspberry yogurt (170); peanuts (600)

Drinks: Two coffee (100); three Stella Artois (450); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 20,500+ steps

2008 - 18,100 (3,427,150) AU=9.00 (1665.75)
2009 - 20,500 (5,006,800) AU=5.50 (1142.00)

194-6/0-96

Back to work after a three day weekend. Actually a most productive day and got a lot done as well as a quiet night at home. On a roll with 10 straight days of 20,000+ walking.

Definitely back to business as usual as everybody is back from vacation and back to work and school.

Another Birthday (10m)

Monday, September 7, 2009 (Labor Day)

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Porterhouse steak (1000); jalapenos (50); butternut squash in butter (100); corn on cob in butter (150)

Drinks: Two Coffee (100); Two Pilsner Urquell (300); one Stella Artois (150); one glass red wine (180); two glasses muscato wine (360)

Walked 26,700+ steps

2008 - 19,000 (3,409,050) AU=9.00 (1665.75)
2009 - 26,700 (4,986,300) AU=7.50 (1136.50)

194-6/0-96

Took very long walk this morning up and down most of new Chelmsford/Westford bike path (over 10 miles). Again, near perfect late summer weather. And deer fly season is over! When I got back, had barbeque with some family and then did a shorter walk around sunset with wife and dog on same bike path. Perfect day to end the long weekend.

Cool Labor Day Weekend (10m)

Sunday, September 6, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: 2 oz. cheese (200); a whole bunch of peanuts (800); strawberries (100)

Dinner: (Margaritas, Nashua, NH) A few tortilla chips (200); garlic nachos (300); steak & chicken fajitas w/rice, black beans, four tortillas, onions, peppers, cheese, lettuce. (1200)

Drinks: Two Fuze waters (40); Two coffees (100); five margaritas (1000); Kahlua Coffee (250)

Walked 20,000+ steps

2008 - 13,000 (3,390,050) AU=6.50 (1656.75)
2009 - 20,000 (4,959,600) AU=6.00 (1129.00)

193-6/0-95

Cold front came through last night and it was in 40s this morning. Slept late again and didn't get out of house until 9AM and it was still in upper 50s. Took 6+ mile walk on Groton-Ayer bike trail and felt great despite having a sore back from hitting all those golf balls yesterday. It was refreshingly cold for this time of year and I noticed a lot of trees have started changing color. Deep blue skies once again and well down into the lower 50s by bedtime. Oldest son took me to Mexican restaurant for my birthday (which is tomorrow). So far, a very good Labor Day weekend.

Perfect Day (10m)

Saturday, September 5, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: Dark chocolate bar from Whole Foods (330)

Dinner: Grilled porterhouse steak (1000); jalapenos (50); two corn on cobs w/butter (300); raisins (120); olive oil (120)

Drinks: Two Fuze Waters (40); coffee (50); Three Pilsner Urquells (450); One glass red wine (180)

Walked 26,300+ steps

2008 - 17,000 (3,377,050) AU=5.00 (1650.25)
2009 - 26,300 (4,939,600) AU=4.25 (1123.00)

192-6/0-95

What I mean by perfect day is that we had deep blue skies, warm temps (low 80s), low humidity with some puffy cumulus clouds. But the rest of day was good too. Started out a little groggy as I slept until close to 10AM! Mowed some lawn, went to drive some golf balls at the driving range and then took a second very long walk on new Chelmsford/Westford bike trail. Got a very thick porterhouse at the butcher shop and grilled it up with a batch of jalapenos. Gave bone to the dog. Didn't get much time for reading but a very good day. Though still tired and will likely sleep late tomorrow also.

Forgot the potato salad (10m)

Friday, September 4, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); raisins (120)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Grilled steak, pork, sausage (1000); jalapenos (50)

Drinks: Coffee (50); Fuze water (20); Four Michelob and Coors lite beers (400); 24 oz. Sapporo (300); two glasses muscato wine (360)

Walked 20,000+ steps

2008 - 10,300 (3,357,750) AU=4.00 (1642.75)
2009 - 20,000 (4,913,300) AU=8.50 (1118.75)

191-6/0-94

Much warmer day today. Stayed out of office all day, getting ready for 3-day weekend. Finally picked up my car at auto-body shop after about month and a half without it. Good to have it back. Had a barbeque for some co-workers up north at the warehouse and stayed there until dark.

Back To The Future (10m)

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blueberries (30); raisins (120)

Lunch: King Oscar Sardines (150)

Dinner: Raisins (240); apple (100); salad greens (30); 2 oz cheese (200); sunflower/pepita seeds (100); edamame beans (130); 1 oz. cashews (210); 1 oz. almonds (210); olive oil (240)

Drinks: One coffee (50); three Pilsner Urquells (450); three glasses wine (540)

Walked 20,700+ steps

2008 - 13,000 (3,347,050) AU=7.50 (1637.75)
2009 - 20,700 (4,893,300) AU=6.75 (1110.25)

190-6/0-94

Been getting to work late all week because of being tired. Still, I'll be up late tonight also. Work flied by today. Temps back up to 80s and felt a little more like summer.

Skills Matrix (10m)

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150)

Dinner: 2 oz. cheese (200); raisins (120); (Outback) Chicken wings (400); ribeye steak (1000); double-order broccoli (200)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); Three Foster drafts (450); one glass red wine (180)

Walked 20,000+ steps

2008 - 15,000 (3,334,050) AU=7.50 (1630.25)
2009 - 20,000 (4,872,600) AU=4.25 (1103.50)

189-6/0-93

Fast-paced day at work. Temps a little warmer but still on cool side for this time of year. 49 degrees this morning. Went to Outback with wife after work. Was very tired and fell right to sleep.

Summer Gone (10m)

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: King Oscar Sardines (150)

Dinner: Raisins (100); salad greens (30); sunflower/pepita seeds (200); 2 oz. cheese (200); 1 oz. cashews (210); 1 oz. almonds (210); edamame beans (130); olive oil (240)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); 24 oz. Sapporo beer (300); two Pilsner Urquells (300); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 20,700+ steps

2008 - 17,500 (3,319,050) AU=6.50 (1622.75)
2009 - 20,700 (4,852,600) AU=6.50 (1099.25)

188-6/0-92

Cold start to the day, about 49 degrees, wore jacket for morning walk. Day warmed up some but went right back to 50s after dark. Another quiet day at work and look to be getting some good work down this week. With everybody going back to school today, summer is definitely over. Not much of a summer either.

Autumn is Here (10m)

Monday, August 31, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: None

Dinner: Grilled ribs (800); jalapenos (50); rice (350); olive oil (240); raisins (100)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); three Pilsner Urquell (450); two glasses wine (360)

Walked 21,300+ steps

2008 - 13,900 (3,301,550) AU=8.00 (1616.25)
2009 - 21,300 (4,831,900) AU=5.50 (1092.75)

187-6/0-92

Very cold day to end August. Barely got out of 60s and was in 40s morning and at night. Back to work after vacation and it was actually good to be back at work. Got some good walking in.

New bike trail officially open (10m)

Sunday, August 30, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Strawberry Yogurt (180); blackberries (60); oatmeal w/flax (210); raisins (120)

Lunch: King Oscar sardines (150); peanuts (400); peach (100)

Dinner: Salad greens (30); 2 oz. cheese (200); sunflower/pepita seeds (100); edamame beans (130); olive oil (240); tomato (50); grilled steak and pork (800); squash (50); jalapenos (50)

Drinks: One coffee (50); one Fuze (20); one Heineken (150); three Pilsner Urquells (450); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked 24,000+ steps

2008 - 17,900 (3,287,650) AU=7.75 (1608.25)
2009 - 24,000 (4,811,600) AU=6.50 (1087.25)

186-6/0-92

Sun came out today and walked newly opened Bruce Freeman trail with dog as well as morning walk. Other than that, basically just read all day long. Got a lot of reading down between three books and even a magazine.

Rains

Saturday, August 29, 2009

Breakfast: Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); blueberries (30)

Lunch: Whole-grain oatmeal w/raisins (400)

Dinner: Grilled steak and pork (1000); tomato (50); jalapenos (50); corn on cob (150); squash (50); King Oscar sardines (150); apple (110); peach (100)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); one Fuze water (20); two glasses red wine (360)

Walked: 15,100+ steps

2008 - 14,900 and 6.25 (JC mini)

2008 - 14,900 (3,269,750) AU=6.25 (1600.50)
2009 - 15,100 (4,787,600) AU=2.50 (1080.75)

185-6/0-92

Cold and raining all day, never getting out of 50s. Went to mall to get some walking in and then the rains finally let up around 5PM and I got another (cold) walk in. Got a lot of reading done and got to grill as well. Slept late this morning, really needed it.

End of a Stressful Vacation

Friday, August 28, 2009

Breakfast: None

Lunch: Bag of peanuts bought from vending machine at rest area in Pennsylvania (330)

Dinner: Two bags of cashews (500); Brown Cow Raspberry Yogurt (170); whole oats w/raisins (400); salad greens (30); sunflower/pepita seeds (200); olive oil (240); 2 oz. cheese (200); edamame beans (130)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); one Fuze water (20); one Pilsner Urquell (150); 24 oz. Sapporo (300)

Walked 10,800+ steps

2008 - 12,000 (3,254,850) AU=5.00 (1594.25)
2009 - 10,800 (4,772,500) AU=3.00 (1078.25)

185-6/0-91

Woke just before 5AM at the Best Western in Winchester, VA after a fitful (barely five hours) sleep. Just couldn't wait to get on the road to head home so we skipped breakfast and kept our rest stops to a minimum. Rolled into my driveway just around 3:30PM. So good to be home.

Shortly after packing, I headed to the Whole Foods to fill my house up with real food. One thing about down South is that they are still about 20 years behind on nutrition. Their supermarkets are full of highly processed foods and poor quality meats and many of the foods I'm used to are nowhere to be found down there unless you are near major city like Atlanta. If you are into Oreo cookies, potato chips, packaged deli meats, etc., the South is the place to be. No wonder the obesity problem is even bigger down there than it is up here.

Anyway, the trip down South this year may well be my last for a while and for many other reasons than described above. Good to be back!

Tennessee and Virginia

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Breakfast: (Waffle House, Chattanooga, TN) Ham & Cheese Omelette (800); hash browns (400); order of bacon (300)

Lunch: None

Dinner: (Olive Garden, Winchester, VA) Braised Beef (1020); salad (30)

Drinks: Four coffees (200); two Fuze water (40); two glasses red wine (360); two 24 oz. Sapporo (600)

Walked 11,000+ steps

2008 - 11,000 (3,242,850) AU=7.00 (1589.25)
2009 - 11,000 (4,761,700) AU=6.50 (1075.25)

185-6/0-90

Long day of driving. Woke at Best Western in Chattanooga (after torrential t-storm the night before) and after the obligatory Waffle House for breakfast, drove some 550+ miles up to Winchester, VA along mostly I-81. Trip was uneventful and due to lack of satellite radio, spent most of day surfing through the mostly horrid terrestrial radio stations. Almost nothing but country and gospel. I'll never complain about the $10 a month I pay for satellite radio again!

Upon arriving, left dog in hotel and took son and niece to Olive garden for dinner. Also purchased the 2010 Farmer's Almanac on impulse.

Strange Scene

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Breakfast: Peanuts (800)

Lunch: None

Dinner: (Cracker Barrel, Chattanooga, TN) 12-oz ribeye (800); dumplings (400); fried okra (400); corn (150); two corn breads (200)

Drinks: Two coffees (100), one Fuze water (20); three Heinekens (450)

Walked 15,400+ steps

2008 - 13,000 (3,258,150) AU=6.50 (1595.25)
2009 - 15,400 (4,787,600) AU=3.00 (107575)

186-6/0-89

Weird day. Woke up in Alabama thinking I would spend the whole day there but ended the day in Chattanooga, TN. Even had time to do the obligatory Lookout Mountain thing with the cog railway. Might be my last trip to Alabama for a long, long time. Trip did not go well and it feels good to be out of there. Hot day, low 90s.

U-Haul (10m)

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Breakfast: None

Lunch: Banana (110); blackberries (120)

Dinner: Four grilled chicken drumsticks (600); tomato (50); jalapenos (50); summer squash in butter (100); buttered corn on cob (150)

Drinks: Two coffees (100); two Fuzes (40); four Heinekens (600)

Walked 21,500+

2008 - 14,300 (3,245,150) AU=6.50 (1588.75)
2009 - 21,500 (4,772,200) AU=4.00 (1072.75)

186-6/0-89

Spent most of morning from Guntersville to Gadsden, AL searching for roof rack. Not what I wanted to be doing. Otherwise got some good walking in but never got to read any of my books. Tomorrow will be last full day on farm as I'm leaving early.

Throw Her From The Train

Monday, August 24, 2009

Breakfast: (Waffle House, Boaz, AL) - Ham & Cheese Omelette (800); grits (200); order of bacon (300)

Lunch: Peanuts (250)

Dinner: (Catfish Cabin, Albertville, AL) - Two whole blackened catfish (800); rice & beans (300)

Drinks: Four coffees (200); Two Fuze waters (40); iced tea (0); Three Heinekens (450)

Walked 16,400+ steps

2008 - 14,000 (3,231,850) AU=10.00 (1582.25)
2009 - 16,400 (4,750,700) AU=3.00 (1068.75)

185-6/0-89

First full day in Alabama. Very cool morning for down here (54 degrees) and comfortable day with low humidity. Did a morning walk by Guntersville Lake, and mostly hung around the farm all day.

Long Drive

Sunday, August 23, 2009

Breakfast: (Waffle House, Winchester, VA) - Ham and cheese omelette (800); double order grits in butter (500); order bacon (300)

Lunch: None

Dinner: (Subway, Boaz, AL) - 6 oz meatball sub w/cheese on wheat (600)

Drinks: Three coffees (150); one Fuze water (20); two Pilsner Urquells (300)

Walked 10,400+ steps

2008 - 14,700 (3,217,850) AU=9.00 (1572.25)
2009 - 10,400 (4,734,300) AU=2.00 (1065.75)

185-6/0-88

Woke up in hotel at 2AM thinking it was 5AM and found it hard to sleep another three hours. Woke up just before 5AM totally rested and began long drive to Alabama. Went smooth until I hit Tennessee and was stuck in two huge traffic jams. Did not get to Alabama until nearly 6PM local time.