Why exactly do you seek out nature? I read a biography on conservationist John Muir recently, and after learning about his incredible life, I pondered the question I asked above. What is it that is inside of me that drives me to leave my comfortable urban surroundings and head to the hills? I think I…
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Art on the Ave
A few weeks ago Craig, Cat and I attended Art on the Ave in Tacoma. The annual event takes place on Sixth Avenue. (obviously) There is live music, food, vendors and of course art. We didn’t buy anything (unless you count the vegan ice cream bar I bought at the Tacoma Co-Op) so there isn’t much…
These shoes were made for remembering
What makes a good pair of shoes? Is it the way they look, how they feel on the bottom of your feet, what ankle support they provide, how much they cost or how long they last? I’ve never been a big shoe guy, so I try to buy a pair that will match pretty much…
Summer Potluck
Vegan: (noun) a person who does not eat or use animal products. OK folks, bear with me. This post isn’t about turning you vegan (although if you have any questions feel free to hit me up!). Instead I just wanted to share with you all a fun gathering I recently hosted at our home in…
Curious Catarina turns 2
Happy birthday, Catbird! I can’t believe it has been two years already. Time sure does fly when you’re sleep deprived. We had a mini-celebration on Saturday – just the four of us. The cake was a vegan cake from Corina’s Bakery in Tacoma. It was the King’s Favorite a banana cake with peanut butter frosting crowned…
Animals in our yard
I’ve lived in a lot of places, man. It’s like that Motel 6 commercial with Johnny Cash’s song, “I’ve been everywhere, man” … I’ve lived in Idaho, Washington, Idaho, Texas, Oregon, Texas, Washington and lots of places in between. I haven’t, however, lived anywhere that has as much wildlife as where I live now (Actually, I’m…
Traveling the PNW 