Category Archives: Family

2012 Year End Review

Posted on January 5, 2013 by theurbanllama

With January having arrived it’s fitting to pause for a moment and glance back upon the year just passed. Lord knows 2012 went out kicking and screaming as the ominous “Fiscal Cliff” negotiations in Congress dragged on through the first … Continue reading →

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“Rise of the Guardians” is Spellbinding Fun

Posted on December 6, 2012 by theurbanllama

Maia and I took Gabriel, 9, and Jacy, 8, to see the new DreamWorks Animation adventure, “Rise of the Guardians” Sunday, and found this roller coaster ride of a story extremely enjoyable for the whole family. I wasn’t sold on going … Continue reading →

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A DAY TO GIVE THANKS

Posted on November 23, 2012 by theurbanllama

Turkey and bourbon, it’s a Kentucky tradition. Especially Wild Turkey 101 – just goes with Thanksgiving. But this year I’m trying to keep the trimmings to a minimum for my overall Thanksgiving experience. I’m in my 17th week of a … Continue reading →

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The Days of Knights Reigns in Frankfort

Posted on October 16, 2012 by theurbanllama

Who doesn’t dig chicks with longbows? We took the kids out Saturday to see the Days of Knights at Sky Trail Park in Frankfort. You could call it a renaissance festival, but it wasn’t quite to that level. It was … Continue reading →

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Urban Llama Scores 3rd Place in Derby Chili Challenge

Posted on September 21, 2012 by theurbanllama

In the inaugural running of the Kentucky Derby Festival’s Chili Challenge, my recipe for “El Cid” chili came in a respectable third. I have to say I didn’t know what to expect when I pulled into the parking lot at … Continue reading →

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Urban Llama Makes Derby Chili Challenge Finals

Posted on September 18, 2012 by theurbanllama

The Urban Llama was pleased to learn that my submission to the Kentucky Derby Festival’s Chili Challenge advanced through the opening round and earned a trip to the finals. This is the first year of the contest, which is sponsored by … Continue reading →

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FALL ARTS FESTIVAL AT JOSEPHINE SCULPTURE PARK

Posted on September 18, 2012 by theurbanllama

Sunday marked the 3rd annual Fall Arts Festival at the Josephine Sculpture Park in Frankfort. I had not previously visited the park, but love sculpture gardens and the idea of mixing art with the human landscape so there is an … Continue reading →

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Isabella’s First Fireworks

Posted on July 5, 2012 by theurbanllama

While my head was somewhat preoccupied with politics yesterday, I did have a nice Fourth of July. This was my baby Isabella’s first. She got to go over to Maia’s family’s house for a pool party and hang with all … Continue reading →

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Happy? 4th of July

Posted on July 4, 2012 by theurbanllama

Welcome to the 4th of July, the birthday of our independence, 2012-style. America is 236 if my math is correct. That is something to celebrate, considering this grand experiment in democracy has flourished under one flag, growing from 3 million … Continue reading →

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FATHER’S DAY 2012

Posted on June 19, 2012 by theurbanllama

Sunday marked my first Father’s Day. That is, as an actual father. After spending 40-plus of them with my own dad I knew the drill. It’s always a rewarding day, but sitting in the driver’s seat was altogether different. It … Continue reading →

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