Humid Hiking At McConnells Mill

posted by: | May 30, 2011
Achievement: #84. See Three Waterfalls | #99. Hike at McConnells Mill in Springtime

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Jeez, it’s insanely hot and gross out today, the only thing I really want to do is go hiking in the middle of the woods near a body of water that by logical reasoning … Continue reading →

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The Elaborate Monthly: Barbecued Burgers & Salmon Skewers

posted by: | May 30, 2011
Achievement: #34. Have One New Elaborate Homecooked Meal a Month

Well, for our May elaborate meal, we got so elaborate that we added a new piece of equipment to our dinner repertoire: a grill! Yes, we somehow went almost two full years as homeowners without having a grill of our … Continue reading →

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Hold Me Closer, Inappropriate Dancer: A Woodlands Frolic

posted by: | May 29, 2011
Achievement: #64. Inappropriate Dances in 10 New Locations

Earlier today, I danced inappropriately in the middle of the woods at McConnells Mills. I danced on a tree, even though Michael thought I was going to fall off and hurt myself (which was a physical impossibility, I grew up … Continue reading →

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The End Of The World In Cocktails

posted by: | May 23, 2011
Achievement: #65. 4 Theme Drink Nights

So, as I’m sitting here typing to our loyal fans, and not staked out in my basement with a shotgun and a can of zombie-proof roach spray (I presume the repellents necessary for both are related), I’m sure it’s evident … Continue reading →

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Thank You!!

posted by: | May 21, 2011
Achievement: None Tagged.

Just wanted to take a moment away from regularly-scheduled business to thank everyone who came out and voted in the Twittsburgh ‘Best Pittsburgh Blog’ poll. We won! And while this is just a little poll, it meant a whole lot … Continue reading →

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Oakland Restaurant Challenge: Tamarind

posted by: | May 20, 2011
Achievement: #4. Eat at 15 Oakland Restaurants

There’s a wise old saying out there that goes, “When life gives you terrible traffic conditions, go out and get Indian food.” Wait. That’s not it? It’s actually something about lemonade? Whatever, I know there’s no lemonade in Indian food. … Continue reading →

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The Stanley Cup Playoffs of Air Hockey: Rounds 2 & 3 At North Park

posted by: | May 20, 2011
Achievement: #66. Have the Stanley Cup Playoffs of Air Hockey

Well, the ‘Guins may have lost the ‘real’ Stanley Cup Playoffs in the first round (even though you put up a good fight, boys!), but despite some initial setbacks, I am pleased to report that our Stanley Cup Playoffs of … Continue reading →

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We Do The Pittsburgh Half-Marathon

posted by: | May 16, 2011
Achievement: #44. participate in a 5k half-marathon

My fellow Yinzers, it is with great joy and also exhaustion that I inform you that today, for the first time in history, my husband and I participated in and completed the Pittsburgh Half-Marathon. And now that I’ve had a … Continue reading →

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Oakland Restaurant Challenge: Carb-Loading At Joe Mama’s

posted by: | May 15, 2011
Achievement: #4. Eat at 15 Oakland Restaurants

Tonight, to prepare for our big race tomorrow, we decided to do some carb loading, and because we love multi-tasking, we decided to get our carbs from a pasta spot in Oakland, to help us on our Oakland restaurant Achievement. … Continue reading →

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Prepping For The Pittsburgh Half-Marathon

posted by: | May 14, 2011
Achievement: #44. participate in a 5k half-marathon

Ladies and gentlemen, after months of preparation and weeks of anticipation, I am pleased to announce that at last, RACE WEEKEND IS HERE!!! At the end of last year, when we were coming up with our new list and talking … Continue reading →

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