Category Archives: Travel (Non-moto)

2023 Iceland in January

Posted on January 23, 2023 by A2Adv

Initially, I was a bit skeptical about spending a week in Iceland in January. It seemed likely to be too cold for my my tastes, and I also don’t typically travel in organized group tours. I gave both a chance … Continue reading →

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NYC

Posted on August 6, 2019 by A2Adv
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An afternoon in Chicago

Posted on July 15, 2018 by A2Adv

Museum of Science and Industry and Skydeck edition: The Chicago MOSI is excellent, and very large. The main attraction for us was the U-505, a German U-boat captured in WWII, and the only ship captured by the US Navy in … Continue reading →

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A Day in Chicago

Posted on September 17, 2017 by A2Adv

A little sightseeing in Chicago on a day off from work: The leaves are already starting to change. Our day included a walk in Millenium Park, which has the Cloud Gate (aka “the bean”), and the very strange crown fountain … Continue reading →

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White House West Wing

Posted on September 17, 2017 by A2Adv

Here are a few pics from our visit to the White House a few weeks ago. A friend who just happens to be an officer in the Navy had a very special promotion ceremony that was held in the Vice … Continue reading →

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2016 Ski Park City UT

Posted on February 28, 2016 by A2Adv

I got to go skiing at Park City UT again this year, and it was just as fun. An annual trip would be fine by me. I’ve only gotten three days on the slopes this season so far, but given … Continue reading →

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Ski Park City UT

Posted on February 16, 2015 by A2Adv

Took a ski trip with some friends to the Park City and Canyons ski resorts in Utah last week. This is the first time I’ve skied out west, and I am now officially spoiled forever. All the talk is true, … Continue reading →

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Birthdays, and Hiking the Gold Creek Trail, Kitsap Penninsula, WA

Posted on March 14, 2013 by A2Adv

We flew out to the pacific northwest this last weekend for what was probably the most fun weekend ever. (A bit of hyberbole, maybe, but its always exciting to be able to visit friends who live far away.) Even the … Continue reading →

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Jamaican Vacation

Posted on December 7, 2011 by A2Adv

This year, we found ourselves with the rather unusual obligation (yes, obligation) to travel to Jamaica for work. (I know, twist my arm, “you mean we have to go on-site in Jamaica? Well, if we HAVE too.”) Anyway, we decided … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 30, 2011 by A2Adv

Ok, belated Thanksgiving. What can I say?, we’ve been working, and then traveling for the Holiday, so I haven’t had much to post. As usual, we spent a bunch of time in the car, which I am hesitant to complain … Continue reading →

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Wedding

Posted on February 10, 2011 by A2Adv

We drove to Florida this last weekend for Katrina’s wedding. It took us about 11 hours on Thursday driving down, and about the same coming back on Monday, which is about as fast as that trip can go when driving … Continue reading →

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Hydrovision 2010

Posted on July 29, 2010 by A2Adv

We drove down to Charlotte, NC yesterday to check out the exhibition hall at the Hydrovision 2010 conference/trade-show. It was definitely worth the trip, and we came away having a reinforced perception that almost no-one does small hydro. Meaning, very … Continue reading →

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Syracuse in the Summer…

Posted on July 20, 2010 by A2Adv

…can actually be very nice. We’re usually only there in the winter, when its pretty miserable. This weekend was filled with family, friends, good weather, and a lot of time in the car. Happy 80th Birthday Grandpa, and Happy 57th … Continue reading →

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Virginia Creeper Trail

Posted on July 12, 2010 by A2Adv

There was an added twist to our trip to the Lake House this weekend. We took a fun, family outing to Damascus, VA to ride mountain bikes down the Virginia Creeper Trail. We rented the bikes and took a shuttle … Continue reading →

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Florida Vacation

Posted on June 30, 2010 by A2Adv

Kevin and I spent the last six days in Florida attending the wedding of two very good friends, visiting friends and family, and generally having an awesome time. Congrats Nic and Brandy!

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2009 Blog Post

Posted on December 19, 2009 by A2Adv

Since I am snowed in today, I figure its time to update this space a little bit. I’m sorry I’ve been too busy to blog; I realize I haven’t posted anything here since March.  However, just for fun, and given … Continue reading →

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Congrats Andrew and Cassie!

Posted on March 21, 2009 by A2Adv

Kevin and I flew to West Palm Beach, FL last weekend to attend the wedding of our very good friends Andrew and Cassie. The wedding was beautiful and we had a blast visiting with so many of our friends; the … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 28, 2008 by A2Adv

The Christmas tree at Grandma and Grandpa’s: Grandpa getting well deserved coal for Christmas: Kevin, me and Lilly, and Beth:

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Weather for Syracuse NY….

Posted on December 21, 2008 by A2Adv

…looks pretty much like it always does. Should make driving later this week interesting. How exciting:

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More Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 29, 2008 by A2Adv

Da, Kevin, Uncle Ron, Mum, and Me – Yesterday afternoon:)

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Thanksgiving in FL

Posted on November 27, 2008 by A2Adv

I’ve had not one, but two bountiful thanksgiving meals with family here in FL. Its really just too warm here; the house got so warm today we had to open the windows and doors and sit outside by the pool … Continue reading →

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Hiking Mt. LeConte

Posted on September 21, 2008 by A2Adv

Mt. Leconte is one of the highest peaks in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. It is also home to the unique and famous mountain top destination of LeConte Lodge, were you can spend the night near the peak at … Continue reading →

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We’re back

Posted on May 12, 2007 by A2Adv

Ok, we made it home safe and sound, and life is slowly but surely returning to normal. I am not going to write a long blog post right now, but its safe to say that Kevin and I had a … Continue reading →

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Motorcycle Show

Posted on March 4, 2007 by A2Adv

Ok, I finally have time to share the fun events from last weekend. Kevin and I went to see the last stop of the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show on Saturday, which was held in the Georgia World Congress Center … Continue reading →

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