Bees that buzz
At my elbows and knees —
No sir, I’m not
Fond of these.

But bees that buzz
Near flowers and stem,
Making honey —
I like them.

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I sat watching that bee go from flower to flower for 5 minutes trying to get a photo of him.  Was he or I the more determined one?

Daily Gym Fix:  Thursday was a 30-45-3.3 day. 30 cross train – 45 shoulders, arms, abs – 3.3 mile run/walk with the Shaner.  Nothing was sore I was just a bit low on enthusiasm.  I didn’t sleep well (worry, worry, worry) then I woke up all depressed and grumpy.  Poor Ted and Shane got a real face full of sourness.  I didn’t know whether it was due to not refueling correctly after a long run or just the ways and means of life in general. 

Thursday night, Ted and I went for our first cycle ride with the Mohawk Valley Bike Club

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It was a 19.9 mile ride that began at the SUNY IT campus at about 5:40pm and we were back in the car at 7:23 pm.  Our average speed was about 14 mph or at least that was the target.

What a super group!  We have SO much to learn about riding a bike…who knew???!!!  The group ride was so well organized as we weaved through heavy traffic intersections and along roads with debris, holes, ROAD KILL… the talk never stopped.  “HOLE”!  “GRATE!”  “CAR BEHIND!” “CAR FRONT”  Great ride. Great group.  They had Ted and I ride in front so we didn’t get lost behind.  This just might become a one to two night event for us. 

Of course after the ride, we were hungry.  Applebee’s was on the way home.  Even though it was only Thursday, we had celebratory refreshments

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Ted opted for an appetizer of Wonton Tacos with zesty pulled pork and Asian slaw

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For dinner, Ted had Margherita Chicken: Grilled chicken, balsamic glaze, melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses topped with a crisp bruschetta.  The garlic mashed potatoes were too creamy and the veggies were over salted and WAY OVER GARLICED!

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I had the Cajun Lime Tilapia:  grilled Cajun seasoned Tilapia topped with lime juice and black bean, corn salsa. It was served on rice pilaf with OVER GARLICED veggies.  We actually requested a side of plain, steamed broccoli which the server was quick to oblige. Great service!

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What a great night!  We had such fun, not the best food, but plenty of laughs. 

For dessert at home….

There is nothing better than a dessert that tastes great, doesn’t send your stomach into major bloatage, AND is good for you.  What is it? Light ACAI JUICE.

DSC01048 This was a super tasting juice I found the other day at Peter’s Cornucopia.  All the details HEREYUM!

Have you tried Acai =  “Ah-Sigh-EE” juice yet? and did you know it’s a Super Fruit?

Don’t forget the GIVEAWAY.  $35.00 towards your choice of really nice bar accessories, wine racks, etc.  THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE!  Winner selected tonight and posted Saturday.

Joanne

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