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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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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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Make the time for a visit to Antoine’s

Posted on March 26, 2012 by theurbanllama

Time machines may not exist in reality, but crossing the threshold of Antoine’s is like stepping out of Mr. Peabody’s Wayback Machine – it takes you back in time, to horse-drawn carriages, gas fire lighting and a relaxed yet regal dining … Continue reading →

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Burger Shake in Lexington fills the crave

Posted on March 23, 2012 by theurbanllama

Attempting to find a child’s XL University of Kentucky basketball jersey with the Wildcat’s all-everything star, Anthony Davis’s number on it is no easy task. Factor in the Kitty Cats were playing that Saturday to advance to the Sweet 16, and it took some … Continue reading →

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The Black Keys Bring the Sizzle to Cincinnati

Posted on March 17, 2012 by theurbanllama

Friends it’s hard to express what a fantastic show the Black Keys put on March 2 at U.S. Bank Arena in Cincinnati. They brought some serious swagger to a 17,000 seat arena and played it like an intimate club show … Continue reading →

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Crawfish Étouffée

Posted on March 13, 2012 by theurbanllama

I had been hankering for a piece of Louisiana cooking for a couple weeks, and decided on crawfish étouffée as my crave buster. In essence, étouffée means “smothered,” a culinary reference to any dish slow-cooked in a liquid that forms into a … Continue reading →

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Greg Brown and Bo Ramsey play to the crowd in Louisville

Posted on March 12, 2012 by theurbanllama

Greg Brown played a relaxed concert to a nearly capacity house Friday night at the KCD Theater in Louisville. On voice but not exactly inspired, Brown and his long-time collaborator, guitarist Bo Ramsey, moved through a 90 minute set of songs about … 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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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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