Tag Archives: Olympics

The Four Minute Mile

Posted on August 14, 2016 by vanbraman

This evening I have been watching the Olympic Track & Field competition. It has been an exciting night with a World Record in the men’s 400 meter and a third win for Usain Bolt in the 100 meter. To me … Continue reading →

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Victory Stand in Brazil

Posted on August 7, 2016 by vanbraman

Fourteen years ago I was teaching a class in Brazil. This is the only time that I have been to Brazil, but I have some good memories of the trip. One of the memories was standing atop a victory stand. … Continue reading →

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