John the Revelator

"John the Revelator" by: Curtis Stigers & The Forest Rangers

Like breakfast?  Check out this website for countless ideas about the most important meal of the day.

Tourists ruin everything.

Tip O' the Day

During my longer runs, I usually take a little Gatorade or something similar to consume mid-way through for a little energy, but today I tried something different.  At mile 4, of my 8-mile jaunt, I devoured a GU Energy Gel.  The "Mandarin Orange" flavor was less than desirable, but the packet rejuvenated me within minutes.  My next two miles felt almost like my very first two, in terms of pep in my step.  I'd highly recommend these to anyone for some much needed, mid-workout fuel.

According to the GU website, "A shot of fast-acting natural fructose (fruit sugar) goes straight to work building your energy levels back up while the maltodextrin is quickly absorbed and sent to your muscles. Vital electrolytes keep your blood chemistry in line and hydration levels stable. Calcium keeps your muscles humming and caffeine adds an extra kick to your power."

I Need to Be Bold, Need to Jump in the Cold Water

"I'd Rather Be With You" by: Joshua Radin

Philly fans finally got something right:

And I hope this bike thief does not come around for my new bike:

How Many Other Things Are We Missing?

I'm Too Blind to See the Light

NPH FTW

"I Know the Truth" by: Pretty Lights

50/50

"If you were a casino game, you'd have the best odds."

 

In theaters 9/30/11. 

1,000 Views

We reached 1,000 page-views during the course of the night ... I guess that's pretty nifty.

 Something yesterday inspired me to revisit the 1998 classic, Saving Private Ryan.

Lastly, I've started re-watching all five seasons of HBO's hit series The Wire (2002-2008).  If you have the means, Omar Little (below) and I highly recommend you do the same.

My God, How Scarred We Are

The Gel-Noosa Tri 6:

Check them out.

"A Little More Time" by: ZOX

Someone Like You

I highly recommend you run over to ESPN.com and read Rick Reilly's column regarding the Cincinnati Bengals' abysmal ownership.

"Someone Like You" by: Adele

Back to School, Back to School

Feeling like a hundred bucks ...

"Helplessness Blues" by: Fleet Foxes

@frankiemuniz

Got him:

 

Throwback:

"Express Yourself" by: NWA

10 Thoughts During My First 10-Mile Run

So I just completed my first 10-mile run ever, and needless to say I am ecstatic about reaching this personal running milestone.  During my time out on the pavement, numerous thoughts crossed my mind.  The 10 best are as follows:
 

1:  It's a beautiful day.  There's nothing better for a morning run than perfect weather.

2.  Light bulb!  I had a spectacular idea for a race day shirt:

  Remember to Smile

3.  I'm really digging my new Amphipod RunLite Hydration Belt.  It later will prove to be a life-saver on this run, and it forces me to stand a little more upright than I usually do.

4.  Mile 5: HALFWAY.  I love the midpoint of my runs, especially "out-and-back" ones.  It's all downhill from here.


5.  Mile 7: my feet hurt.  Both of my feet are a little sore at this point, but I always like to think back to a Nike ad I saw once that read:  There comes a time when you'd rather injure your body than injure your pride.  It's definitely not the smartest training motto, but it's a little nice motivation.

6.  This song:

"Country Roads" by: Pretty Lights

7.  Mile 8: Sir, meet the wall.

Ouch.

8.  I have the best friends in the world.  I realize that this has absolutely nothing to do with running at all, but I ran past a familiar place on my run today.  This place holds countless memories with the coolest people I know.  I'm glad I have them.

9.  Truth:

10.  As I turn down my street, legs feeling like Jell-O, I can't help but feel accomplished.  While I'm still nowhere near where I want to be for my eventual race goals, this is perfect for where I am now.  From struggling with 2 miles at the beginning of the summer to this, it's amazing where you can go with a little hard work and a positive mental attitude. 

Boom

"A Long December" by: Counting Crows

Juice boxes just make you feel like a kid again:

Wake Up

LISTEN TO: "On the Lie" by: The Goo Goo Dolls

Get it???

Sinatra Singer

The power of words:

Handicap ramp leading to stairs?  Makes you think ...

She's Seen Her Share of Devils in this Angel Town

"Lullaby" by: Shawn Mullins

I wish I could do this:

The Illusion of Peace

Movie Monday: 6 Epic Scenes

1.  "They won't understand ..."

Hoot (Eric Bana) delivers some great words in Black Hawk Down (2001)

2.  Boobie Miles' Breakdown

Derek Luke gives a great performance in one of the most emotional scenes of Friday Night Lights (2004)

3.  "Son of a b****, stole my line."

If you have never seen Good Will Hunting (1997), you're wrong. 

4.  "Sometimes nothing can be a real cool hand."

Cool Hand Luke (1967) ... R.I.P. Paul Newman

5.  "You can't handle the truth!"

Get 'em, Tom ... A Few Good Men (1992)  

6.  "I want my 12."

Cuba and De Niro making plays in Men of Honor (2000) 

Whoo Whoo

This guy is fantastic:

Amazing eminem Violin Cover brought to you by Funny Jokes

Morning Coffee 10

Here's a little something special since I took the day off yesterday:

Outkast Vs Deadmau5 - BOB's Ass (Electro Dance Mix\mashups) DJ Ellipsis by Mixes and Mashups #8

How Inception Was Intended to Be Watched

Inception (2010) ... If you have to ask, you'll never know.

"Let Go" by: Frou Frou

Ever tried Newsmap?  It's the perfect way to get any and all news in various categories.  Glance at headlines for a few seconds, or browse the articles in a whirlwind of information:

 

Maybe If I Was Simple in the Mind, Everything'd Be Fine

You're morning isn't complete without a little classical music:

Pachelbel's Canon in D Major (shoutout JJC)

Sorry to burst your bubble, but this post is over:

Rise and Shine

"Beautiful Wreck" by: Shawn Mullins

Don't want to be wasteful?  Refrigerate that leftover coffee and use some/all of it to make your morning oatmeal.  It's not much, but you'll notice the taste difference.  Add some honey to make it even better. 

Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol

M.I.4?  Yes, I am looking forward to this:

12/21/2011

Morning Coffee 9

"The Man Comes Around" by: Johnny Cash

Sad Times:

And just because I thought this was clever:

Lazy Sunday

TIP OF THE DAY:

When trying to finish a boring book, imagine Morgan Freeman reading it to you.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with singing and dancing in your car, alone or with your friends ...

Start with something everyone knows the words to (or at least should):

Sharpie Gel Highlighter

Just when you thought the game could no longer be changed, Sharpie goes and invents the coolest thing since sliced bread: the gel highlighter.  With classes starting right around the corner, I highly recommend you pick up a pack of these.

• New gel stick technology provides the strongest smear protection across most pen and marker inks and ink jet printouts!
• Won't bleed through paper. Works on all paper surfaces including glossy and thin papers, magazines and Bibles
• Won't dry out if left uncapped
• Sharpie Gel technology writes as long as a traditional pen-style highlighter
• Gel stick conforms to your handwriting style
• Perfect for highlighting, writing, doodling and drawing
• Twist bottom to advance gel stick
• Available in Orange, Pink, Yellow, Green, and Blue

According to Sharpie: "Will it change the way you highlight?  Gel yes!"

Kid Gets Rocked

Seeing this happen in youth hockey is 10 times better than seeing it in the NHL: