Monthly Archives: March 2012

Reviews

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Al

A potpourri of stuff I’ve looked at and read recently, in order to entice or warm against (listed with most recommended first, least recommended last)… The Sisters Brothers, by Patrick DeWitt. A picaresque of the American West. Two brothers, Charlie … Continue reading →

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Iron War: Dave Scott, Mark Allen & the Greatest Race Ever Run

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Al

…this is probably a must read for any serious triathlete, or even for a runner or cyclist, who is seeking insight into how the best have achieved their greatest successes. And for those who relish a gripping human athletic drama, as seen on TV in the Olympics, they won’t be disappointed either. Continue reading →

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Reckless Courage

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Al

Peter Rose was a Cincinnati boy. He was born and raised on the west side, went to Western Hills High School, and never had any intention of going to college. He was the epitome of the guy who decided the … Continue reading →

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Venice Stories: Bruce Springsteen Plays Santa Barbara

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Al

To this day, I don’t remember driving the two hours back to LA. But I do remember trying to explain it all the next day to my fellow residents while we whiled away the call day on Gyn. They smiled, but they Just Didn’t Get It. Continue reading →

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Speed, Grace, and Reckless Courage

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Al

So what are these “athletic virtues”, speed, grace, and reckless courage? Speed is your ticket to the dance. It’s the innate “talent” which begins to separate truly elite athletes from the rest of us, usually at an early stage. It’s … Continue reading →

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