The Anatomy of a Run

November 30, 2008

I finally did it. I got off the couch and hit the pavement. I’m back on the horse that has bucked me off countless times. Yes, I’m finally running again.

My brother, Cousin Francis, informed me a few weeks ago that he was planning on running Walter’s Run on Sunday December 14th. As many of you know Walter’s Run starts and ends at the YMCA on Bellevue Street. Check out their website for the history of the run as well as sign up and race info: http://www.waltersrun.org/

It’s a 5K (3.1 miles) and having the illustrious running heritage that I do (my dad Big Al has run 27 marathons) I figured with a little bit of training I should be able to knock off a 5K. Read more

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Come See Santa At The Mt. Alvernia High School Tree and Wreath Sale

November 30, 2008

Head over to Mt Alverina High School on Saturday, December 6th, from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, December 7th, from 10:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. to purchase your Christmas Tree and/or wreath. You can choose from the heartiest, most beautiful and affordable trees in these parts. Select from an array of trees and artfully decorated wreaths, creative bows and so forth.

There will also be baked goods and raffle prizes. There will be a special surprise for those shopping there on Saturday. Santa will visit and you can have your picture taken with him before he heads to the North Pole to rest for his next stop.

If you have any questions, call Sue Riley, (617) 969-2260 Ext 27.

Editors Note: I drove past McGolf Saturday and noticed they were still in golf mode and it appears they are not selling trees this year.

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Frankline Park Zoo Offers Free Admission All Day Friday After Thanksgiving

November 27, 2008

It’s hard to believe but the holidays are sneaking up on us once again. If you are like me and have no desire to go shopping on Black Friday, consider going to the Franklin Park Zoo. Admission is free all day and you get quality time with the family.

Thanks to McCoy family for giving us the information.

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Forget The House Let’s Talk YARDS…Turkey Style

November 27, 2008

Can you believe the Holidays have begun? Where has this year gone? Snap. Blink. 2008 is almost over. Entering week 13 just brings testament to the time of year and how quickly the football season is flying by. Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Day and there are three games – - Dallas and Detroit are the constant teams who traditionally play on Turkey Day each year. Now that there is a mid-season Thursday night game on the NFL Network, we have the enjoyment of football starting at 12:30 and ending late into the night. Aaah. Throw in a turkey leg and you’ve got a wonderful way to spend the afternoon. Does it get any better than that?

Favre led the Jets to an outstanding 34-13 win over the Titans. As the seconds ticked down in the fourth quarter, the fans and players began to realize that there was no hope, and with an ear-splitting crash, the earth shattered and the city shook when the mighty Titans came toppling down. Poor Detroit. Tennessee will travel to Detroit as 11-point favorites during the first game of Thanksgiving – - and while homes across America fill with the delightful aroma of Turkey, Ham and all the fixings, the Titans will be taking their “perfect season destroyed” frustrations out on the sad and pitiful 0-11 Detroit Lions.

At 4:15; Dallas will host Seattle as 12.5-point home favorites and even if the Seahawks seem to have recently gotten something started on offense, I don’t think it will be enough for the attention hog Cowboys who historically on Turkey day, have come out on top by healthy margins. On January 6, 2007, during Romo’s first post-season debut, in a close 21-20 Wildcard match-up against the Seahawks, Romo botched the snap for the extra point and tie and then desperately scrambled for the end-zone…he came up short and lost the game for his team. That has definitely got to be one of Tony’s top three “most horrible moments” and I wonder if, for his own personal growth, he will try to forever erase the image from his memory with a blowout against the blasted Seahawks. Read more

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Happy Thanksgiving!

November 26, 2008

All of us at ParkwayBoston want to wish our readers and sponsors a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving. Enjoy the day and relax. We will see you on Friday with more of what’s going on in the Parkway.

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Wolf or Coyote…You make the call!

November 24, 2008

I am not sure what it is but it is definitely not a dog. According to Jack Harrington, who sent us this photo from his camera phone, this “wolf” or “coyote”, was spotted on Weld St near the Arboretum, last weekend. The “wolf” looked little mad, (maybe because he found out about Kelleher’s closing for business). The animal stared at Jack, walked across the street. then jumped into the nearby woods. I will leave it up to you to decide who was more scared of who.

Let us know if you spot him, send us a picture!

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Latin Academy 15 Year Reunion

November 24, 2008

The Latin Academy Class of 1993 is celebrating their 15th Year Reunion on Friday November 28th. The organizers are looking for their classmates to attend and send some pictures. If you are Class of 1993 head down to DJ’s at the Garden, 222 Friend St, Boston. The party starts at 8pm. See below for more details. Read more

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Forget the house…Let’s talk YARDS!

November 23, 2008

Holy Cow! With seconds left on the clock, Moss made an incredible touchdown catch during last week’s Jet’s 34-31 overtime win in Foxboro. The loss was a tough one for our boys because they played their hearts out and Cassel really stepped up and threw some awesome passes. Did you happen to get a glimpse of Favre’s face when that aforementioned TD business went down? Total Shock. However, Brett didn’t choke. He followed through with his mistake-free game and got the win for his team in over-time.

In week 12, the Pats will travel to Miami as 2-point underdogs, to take on a Dolphin’s team who have worked themselves into a divisional tie with us. This should be a close, competitive game, as the Pats always seem to struggle, just a little, in Miami. If Cassel and Moss can connect the way they did on that last drive, maybe a little sooner in the game so it’s less dramatic; the Pats should be able to come away with the win. Desperate times take desperate measures. Read more

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Boston Latin v Boston English

November 20, 2008

Next Thursday, over at Harvard Stadium in Brighton, Boston Latin will face off against Boston English for the 122nd Thanksgiving Day . First played on Thanksgiving day of 1887, the rivalry is the oldest continuous public high school rivalries in the country.

This Thanksgiving day match at Harvard will feature four local boys as the team leaders (see picture), left to right – #36 Conor Finnerty (W. Roxbury – son of Mike “BB2″ Finnerty), #20 Pat Cronin (W. Roxbury), #14 Sean Deery (W.Roxbury) and #52 Gerry Bilodeau (Mission Hill). Kickoff is at 10am.

This year BLS has been selected to play in one of the national “Great American Rivalry Series” football games, sponsored by iHigh, Inc. A deserving senior from each school receives a scholarship, one student athlete will be awarded the Most Valuable Player of the Game and the winning team will receive the Series Trophy. There will also be the induction of Frank Casey ’55 into the Series Hall of Fame.

Go Wolfpack!

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