Category Archives: Family

Llama Daze Are Here Again

Posted on June 1, 2012 by theurbanllama

Being the Urban Llama, and a general llama enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for the chance to do a meet and greet with some real llamas. I had just such an opportunity last Saturday at Scott County Park in … Continue reading →

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Isabella Naomi “Peanut” Langley-Wilson

Posted on May 15, 2012 by theurbanllama

Damn-hell, I have a baby! I’m a father too… That is an interesting jacket to slip on. It feels a wee bit snug, but I’m taking to its cut. Isabella Naomi Langley-Wilson was born on April 10, 2012, at 8:25 … Continue reading →

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Baby Llama and Gumbo Ya-Ya in Louisville

Posted on April 9, 2012 by theurbanllama

A few weeks back there was a party planned of special significance on a Sunday in Louisville. The clans had gathered for a baby shower, which is not my usual speed, but what put the real twist on this shindig … Continue reading →

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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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Goodbye 2011

Posted on February 16, 2012 by theurbanllama

As the middle of February arrives, it seems time I get around to putting 2011 to bed. In December I started a new job with the Legislative Research Commission in Frankfort, KY, working in bill tracking for the upcoming General Assembly … 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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Visiting Iowa City for an Iowa game, tailgating is only the beginning

Posted on January 30, 2009 by theurbanllama

Whether looking to revisit some old college haunts, catch a ball game or rage at a hardcore show, Iowa City has all this to offer and even some highbrow activities to amuse the sophisticate in the crowd. It’s rare to … Continue reading →

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Rick Zollo: A Man Comes Around

Posted on October 17, 2008 by theurbanllama

Rick Zollo has come in from the cold.  After spending 30 years casting lifelines from out on the perimeter this would-be writer finally has found an audience.  Mind you, Zollo didn’t necessarily care if anyone answered his call, he would … Continue reading →

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A March of Their Own

Posted on July 9, 2008 by theurbanllama

Iowa City – Lindsay Larson can see the finish line. The 22-year-old University of Iowa senior just received her nursing degree and a commission as a second lieutenant in the Army. In return for supplying Larson with an ROTC scholarship, … Continue reading →

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Shredding the Pea Patch with Music Critic Jim Musser

Posted on October 31, 2007 by theurbanllama

In January of 1997 Pat Boone released a comeback recording of sorts.  With God in his heart and leather on his mind Boone paid homage to several heavy metal classics on, In A Metal Mood – No More Mr. Nice … Continue reading →

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