March 23, 2012 In News & Updates, Vermont

big news on BLR 8/18 soccer reunion event

I got some fantastic thrilling news this week on a surprise for the 8/18 event in Vermont. It will involve an art show at the Vermont Arts Exchange by one of our very own alumni who was on the first ever women’s varsity soccer team at MAU. (Hint, hint. Guesses anyone?)

We are busy as bees working on this event which is sure to be incredible for all involved. More details in the coming weeks!

If you are MAU alumni reading this, from the Southern Vermont area, or non- alumni and want to be involved/included in this event, please post a comment here or contact me at diane (@) bluelollipoproad.com

 

 

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March 21, 2012 In Great companies

now this is a mobile home

Check out the Swiss Room Box. How cool is this?

A Canadian reader who started following here when I was driving to Alaska in 2010 just sent me this link. I’m thinking I might need one for the BLR-mobile!

Mom, you’ve always said I’m hard to buy for- but I think I may just have found something to put on the birthday wish list…

Anyone out there who’s found neat products and companies like these- keep sending!

 

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March 20, 2012 In Live the life you want to live, News & Updates

happy first day of spring!

It’s been in the 70’s and 80’s in Chicago for the past 10 days. According to the weather report, it will be the same lovely record tropical temps for the next few days too. If you know me, you know this makes me very, very happy. My windows have been open 24/7, I’ve been outside “playing” (roaming the city, soccer, running on the lake, etc.) every second I possibly can, and I’ve spent lots of time unplugged and planning for the future. I’m wrapping up a job that takes me away from my goals and time here. (Unacceptable!) T-minus 10 days until no more toxic work environment! More on that soon…

My thoughts for the day after just getting back from a long lake trail run in the sun:

If you can put off tasks that can be done after dark, or when it’s raining- do. Get outside in the air and light, wander somewhere alone, leave your phone at home and explore what’s around you for free. If you are not learning or becoming a better person doing the work you do, make a change. If you are in an unhealthy place- get the hell out.

Seize the sunny days, save the dishes for later, and lets all spring forward together.

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March 17, 2012 In People, Photos

direct from ireland this morning

Meet Erin:

Erin Mullaly at Carrauntoohil, Co Kerry Ireland

Yep, he’s an “E-r-i-n” male Erin. Irish you think?

Erin and I have been pals for years since living in Virginia. He moved to Ireland about 8 years ago. Each year on St, Pat’s Day he sends a photo of himself in some Irish spot with a big smile. It’s become my favorite part of this day. (I think I have posted his pix here before…) This just came in via email with a caption:

“…from the top of Carrauntoohil, Co Kerry – highest point in Ireland!”

Love it. Thanks Erin!

Here’s to tradition, fun days with friends, green rivers, and people who move for adventure because they’s always wanted to.

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