We knew the storm was coming. We had plenty of notice. So first, I skied. Then, I excavated. Play first, then work. In retirement, it works better for me that way. As the storm-with-no-name (as of today) struck the Washington DC area with both snow and ice, I tackled the inside job I've been avoiding … Continue reading A Life Exposed – Pt. 1 (The Wall)
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Gliding on Snow
If snow-shoeing is walking on snow, cross-country skiing is gliding on it. If you're skilled, it's more like a kick-then-glide. (If you're really skilled, you also use a skating style. I mostly glide.) Nowadays, it's considered the best cardiovascular exercise because it works the entire body. In the past, it was considered a form of … Continue reading Gliding on Snow