There are backyard rinks, and there are Backyard Rinks. Then there is Pete Thalmann’s BACKYARD RINK. Forgive me if I’m shouting. From the outside, it looks relatively unassuming. A 30’x60′ slab behind the Thalmann’s Massachusetts home, its outward appearance mimics…
You’ll have to trust me on this one, but I’m writing this with a scowl. While everyone else is giddy with anticipation over the approaching warmth, we rinkbuilders are left with the saddest of sights: our new home-made reflecting pools.…
You strategically positioned your rink to maximize the shade from your neighbor’s oak tree. You purchased a used sail from a boat supply store and strung it up to block the sun. You emptied your freezer of ice cubes, microwave…
Let me ask you one simple question: how will you spend $3 today? Will you grab a coffee and donut on the way into the office? Maybe buy a couple songs on Itunes or rent a couple Redbox movies? What…
I like to think I’m somewhat in tune with the goings on in today’s world. I catch the news when I can, I read the newspaper online each day, and I’m moderately certain that I can carry a conversation about…
