From the monthly archives:

December 2007

A champ @ 38

by Joe Doyle on December 13, 2007

Victory!

Flyers Orange took the C league Championship on Tuesday, 3-1 over Blue. This is my 3rd championship in as many sessions.

When I was half my age I never won as many big games. Scoring the win is even more sweet considering the other team had a few young guys (by C league standards).

Speaking of Champs, the Illinois State Cyclocross Championship race looked rough. Chris had a strong showing and got his medal. Greg worked hard with Parker. Nice work, gents.

I’d like to hit this race next year.

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Little guys in front.

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Next to Bob the Barrier, waiting for the puck drop.

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Two more for a full team.

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Weekend of reflections

by Joe Doyle on December 10, 2007

– Sometimes when you blog, you realize it’s mostly about you and it feels selfish or vain.

– Even with 80º temps, all it takes is family and friends about to make you realize the holidays are here.

– Hanging Christmas lights makes me feel festive.

– Love and support from family and friends is truly the best feeling. With it, you know you can do anything.

– Deacons are not priests and they tend to ramble on, but infants don’t seem to mind.

– “I tell you what” is a phrase that everyone uses almost all the time. Just listen for it.

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Christening images and more to come soon. Today we celebrate the kids first Christmas with the Ashley side. I have a feeling these kids will be spoiled.

Following this weekend I’m starting a new, healthier lifestyle push. I’m going to integrate daily workouts and new food recipes into my life, and I’m going to write about my exploits here. Support and all…

Have a great week, friends.

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Found!

by Joe Doyle on December 5, 2007

Hunters may know what this is for, but I’ve got no clue. Aptly named, I suppose.

This Canadian is funnier than Howie Mandell anyday.*

* Howie is Canadian, ‘eh.

Thanks to Bill for the link.

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