A weekend at Sequoyah State Park
Sometimes our adventures are jagged and not straight. We had originally planned a stay at an Airbnb on Grand Lake, but it turned out to have a heating issue. After … Continue reading A weekend at Sequoyah State Park
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What it’s like to get a lumbar epidural steroid injection, and did it work?
As I wrote in January, I’ve been dealing with back issues since last November. I had started to train for another half marathon and merely wanted to ensure that my … Continue reading What it’s like to get a lumbar epidural steroid injection, and did it work?
How steak is a metaphor for life
One of the joys of getting older is discovering what you truly enjoy and honing in on it. I’ll probably write several blog posts on this topic, but this represents … Continue reading How steak is a metaphor for life
How to play “Maybe I’m Amazed” by Paul McCartney & Wings
One of Paul McCartney’s greatest songs was never released as a single — until he recorded it live. Of course, I’m talking about “Maybe I’m Amazed,” Paul’s love song to … Continue reading How to play “Maybe I’m Amazed” by Paul McCartney & Wings
Looking to Stu McGill’s Big 3 for bulging disk pain
It was my hope for 2020 that I’d be able to run another half-marathon this year, specifically the Oklahoma City Memorial (Half) Marathon. That is almost certainly not going to … Continue reading Looking to Stu McGill’s Big 3 for bulging disk pain
Beck’s “Uneventful Days” is a masterpiece
Beck Hansen is 49 and still a music legend. Relevant. Talented. And evidently capable of producing not only the eclectic, but also the beautiful. Heard this on Sirius XM’s “The … Continue reading Beck’s “Uneventful Days” is a masterpiece
The sound of her voice: My 5 favorite Linda Ronstadt songs
About 25 minutes into the Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Baylor, I realized the Linda Ronstadt documentary was on CNN — and I realized I wasn’t recording it. Football could … Continue reading The sound of her voice: My 5 favorite Linda Ronstadt songs
Ryan’s Playlist No. 6: Adios, 2019; Hello, 2020!
Happy New Year to all of you who stop by my blog. I hope your year is filled with joy, peace, prosperity and digital awesomeness. Speaking of which, it’s been … Continue reading Ryan’s Playlist No. 6: Adios, 2019; Hello, 2020!
2 of the best tips ever for improving your mental health
“Chycho” is one of my favorite subscriptions on YouTube. I started listening to him for the ASMR but soon figured out that he’s a smart dude and cool cat. I’m … Continue reading 2 of the best tips ever for improving your mental health
Browns should consider cutting Myles Garrett altogether
I didn’t feel great Friday night. Maybe it’s allergens, or maybe it’s some symptoms from visiting the chiropractor Thursday. He’s super creative but aggressive, and my body might be ridding … Continue reading Browns should consider cutting Myles Garrett altogether
Tweet it, Post it: Sooner or later, theater etiquette will be digital-friendly
I am super opinionated and passionate about this topic because I love and support the performing arts, but I also work and live in the digital world. In fact, I’ve … Continue reading Tweet it, Post it: Sooner or later, theater etiquette will be digital-friendly
Standard time is (much) better, so says science
This blog post is not going to make me popular. I turned back time like Cher this morning, and like many of you, I’m for abolishing the twice-a-year clock switch-a-roo. … Continue reading Standard time is (much) better, so says science
Ryan’s Playlist No. 5: Nothin’ But Damned Great Music
The month of October has came and went, and just like that we’re faced with the onset of 2020. What a wacky year it’s going to be. But it’s another … Continue reading Ryan’s Playlist No. 5: Nothin’ But Damned Great Music