Category Archives: Events

Mom’s 70th Birthday

Posted on February 28, 2012 by theurbanllama

Last month my mom celebrated her 70th birthday. That’s a whole bunch of candles down the line. Such a momentous achievement deserves not only recognition but also a proper celebration. We originally thought about gathering at a restaurant in Lexington … Continue reading →

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The Turtleman wades through the Capitol

Posted on February 2, 2012 by theurbanllama

A war cry was heard throughout the Kentucky General Assembly yesterday as the Turtleman swam through a sea of fans and well-wishers. Ernie “Turtleman” Brown, Jr., pulled himself out of the murky ponds he usually inhabits around Lebanon, KY, to … Continue reading →

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Penguin Party at the Capitol

Posted on January 26, 2012 by theurbanllama

Penguins were all the buzz Tuesday in both chambers of the Kentucky General Assembly. The Senate and House of Representatives each introduced resolutions “honoring the Newport Aquarium for its contributions to the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the aquatic world in general … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Chase Inspires Grueling Pace

Posted on October 15, 2011 by theurbanllama

WILD TURKEY TEAM, GIVE ‘EM THE BIRD, PUMPS OUT 200 MILES BETWEEN 6 DISTILLERIES “I love the smell of sour mash in the morning – it smells like, victory.” That’s the thought I had as I crested a hill approaching … Continue reading →

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Running Update

Posted on October 14, 2011 by theurbanllama

It’s a beautiful fall day here in Frankfort, Kentucky – sunny and 65, with a gusting breeze. I just returned from a strong 3.5 mile run around the capitol and through the downtown. My legs are still busted out from … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Chase the Perfect Mix for Runners

Posted on October 7, 2011 by theurbanllama

MORE THAN 3,300 RUNNING WEEKEND RELAY THAT STOPS AT 6 HISTORIC DISTILLERIES Bourbon and running – two interests not often mentioned in the same breath, but that is exactly what will be happening this Friday and Saturday across central Kentucky. … Continue reading →

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A September To Remember

Posted on September 19, 2011 by theurbanllama

On this 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks I’ve been moved unlike in previous years to take a conscious look back at that dire morning and reflect upon how America has changed since. Partly this is due to 10 years … Continue reading →

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Sugar Bowl 2011

Posted on January 5, 2011 by theurbanllama

It’s January 4th, and that means it’s time for another edition of the All State Sugar Bowl. With the Ohio State Buckeyes and Arkansas Razorbacks playing each other, one thing you can count on is a ridiculous number of people … Continue reading →

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Christmas in New Orleans

Posted on January 5, 2011 by theurbanllama

It was chilly, windy and rainy on Christmas Eve, but I got out for a minute to take a couple pictures.

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Reality on the Beach

Posted on December 25, 2010 by theurbanllama

Having never worked on a television show before, much less one involving reality programming, a bit of trial and error was to be expected. It all sounds so glamorous, but when you consider the task of finding a single person … Continue reading →

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