Author Archives: theurbanllama

North Lime Coffee & Donuts Gets The Morning Moving

Posted on August 12, 2015 by theurbanllama

I recently was in Lexington for a couple mornings in a row to take the kids to classes at the Lexington Living Arts & Sciences Center. During the next break from school I recommend you check out their creative days … Continue reading →

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Help Wanted: Governor Needed To Run Kentucky

Posted on August 11, 2015 by theurbanllama

Democrats in Kentucky have a problem. Jack Conway, their candidate for governor, is not exactly likable. Democrats On primary election day in May, Conway was up 11 percentage points, 48 to 37 over the Republican nominee Matt Bevin. That lead … Continue reading →

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2015 Forecastle Brings Bands, Bourbon & Healthcare

Posted on August 4, 2015 by theurbanllama

The Forecastle music festival returned to Louisville July 17-19 with its Kentucky-centric take on the outdoor summer music gathering. This is the premier live music event in Kentucky, catering particularly to the alternative music format, but included a healthy dose … Continue reading →

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Lebowski Fest Founder Arrested at Bowling Alley

Posted on July 13, 2015 by theurbanllama

You really couldn’t script this any better if you tried. In 1998, the Coen Brothers released the film “The Big Lebowski,” about two men named Jeffrey Lebowski. One is an out-of-work, lazy, pot smoking, White Russian drinking hippie who is … Continue reading →

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American Pharoah Wins One for the Ages

Posted on July 11, 2015 by theurbanllama

I have to admit I missed the Belmont Stakes on June 6, when American Pharoah secured his third and final victory in the Triple Crown series of horse racing. I had him winning in my trifecta for the Kentucky Derby on May 2, … Continue reading →

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Buffalo Trace 5K Goes Down Smooth and Easy

Posted on July 5, 2015 by theurbanllama

With the excess in consumption that usually goes hand-in-hand with the celebration of our nation’s independence, I dragged myself up from bed early to run The Great Buffalo Chase 5K in Frankfort Saturday, which ironically is hosted on the grounds of … Continue reading →

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10 Habits That Make You Fat

Posted on July 2, 2015 by theurbanllama

There is no doubt that trying to get fit, get in shape and lose weight is a tough endeavor. To hit your marks really takes self-control in all aspects of life. The obvious task is hitting your workouts, but a lot goes into … Continue reading →

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The King Is Dead – Long Live THE KING!

Posted on June 29, 2015 by theurbanllama

B.B. King has left the building, and there will never be another one like him. King, 89, died at his home in Las Vegas on May 14, 2015, after what is believed to be a series of small strokes related … Continue reading →

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Back On The Road To Lighten The Load

Posted on June 26, 2015 by theurbanllama

I am currently trying to drop 25 pounds, to get from a high weight of 210 pounds, down to around 185. That is a comfortable and reasonable weight for me, and will shift my Body Mass Index from overweight to normal. But at 48-years … Continue reading →

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Gary Clark Jr. Electrifies Louisville Crowd Thursday Night

Posted on June 20, 2015 by theurbanllama

Guitarist Gary Clark Jr. brought his blues/rock review to Louisville Thursday night for an 8:00 PM show at the Iroquois Amphitheater, igniting a damp crowd on a rainy evening, and making all in attendance forget anything about the weather. I … Continue reading →

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