Category Archives: Family

Grad’s Dream of Teaching Comes True

Posted on May 13, 2013 by theurbanllama

SHE’S HEADED TO ARKANSAS FOR JOB WITH PRESTIGIOUS PROGRAM Since her student days at Western Hills High School, Michelle Hanvey has known she wanted to be a teacher. After her graduation Saturday from Northern Kentucky University she’s now on her … Continue reading →

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For Michelle Hanvey A Career Awaits After Graduation

Posted on May 10, 2013 by theurbanllama

Since her student days at Western Hills High School, Michelle Hanvey knew she wanted to be a teacher. The question was the path she would take to reach that goal. After taking part in everything W.H.H.S’s English Department had to … Continue reading →

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Derby Days Are Here Again – 139th Kentucky Derby

Posted on May 5, 2013 by theurbanllama

Congratulations to Orb and jockey Joel Rosario for their strategic victory in the 139th Kentucky Derby. This was Rosario’s first Derby victory and the first for Shug McGaughy, 62, the famous Lexington-born trainer. Golden Soul placed second and Revolutionary came … Continue reading →

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Isabella’s First Birthday

Posted on April 19, 2013 by theurbanllama

Before the bombings in Boston Monday, before the ricin letters were mailed in Washington, or the fertilizer plant blew in West, Texas, my family and I shared a simpler moment, when we gathered to celebrate my daughter Isabella’s first birthday … Continue reading →

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LEGO KIDS FEST Invades Kentucky Exposition Center

Posted on April 18, 2013 by theurbanllama

The other cool thing we did to close out the boys’ spring break was hit LEGO Kids Fest in Louisville. Most all of us, if not everyone, has played with LEGOs at some point. If you haven’t seen them in … Continue reading →

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The Cincinnati Zoo is Purrrfectly Entertaining

Posted on April 16, 2013 by theurbanllama

Coming into the third week of a three-week spring break, the boys and I, and the baby, needed some fresh air. The weather hadn’t been the most cooperative, as temps remained chilly and didn’t inspire much outdoor activity. The first … Continue reading →

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Louisville Celebrates Championship with Victory Rally at Yum! Center

Posted on April 14, 2013 by theurbanllama

Wednesday was a day to celebrate in Louisville. The U of L men’s basketball team returned from Atlanta with a national championship in tow, and the Lady Cardinals were national runners-up. What better way to celebrate both teams’ accomplishments than … Continue reading →

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A Seriously Delicious Bourbon Pork Chop

Posted on March 27, 2013 by theurbanllama

I’ve been in a cooking groove for the last week. The cold weather makes me want to stay inside where it’s warm, and having the oven on makes it even toastier. This is a twofer recipe. I wanted to use … Continue reading →

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Crawfish Fettuccine for the Louisville Game

Posted on March 24, 2013 by theurbanllama

Game time Saturday night and I was getting an unexpected surprise. The whole house was clearing out as Louisville was about to play Colorado State for a spot in the Sweet 16. It has been a long week, as the … Continue reading →

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Corn and Shrimp Risotto on Tap for Birthday and Basketball

Posted on March 19, 2013 by theurbanllama

It was a big day at the Langley-Wilson household Saturday. In addition to Louisville playing for the Big East title (Wow what a comeback win!), it was also the birthday of Maia’s oldest son Gabriel. It was the big 1-0. … Continue reading →

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