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Though we couldn't make it to see John Kerry stump yesterday for Obama Sarah and I got out for a bit this afternoon for caucus training. About 50 people crowded into the back room of Commencement Bay Coffee Company to learn more about the upcoming Democratic caucus. More »
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After seeing a post earlier today about the lunchtime opening of the cafe side of Top of Tacoma [ map ] a gaggle of co-workers (a.k.a. local bloggers Cassioposa, Mr. More »
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I tagged along with Monkeyshines early this morning as they help kick off Chinese New Year in Tacoma. More than two hundred blown glass balls are now strewn about town in celebration of the Year of the Rat. More »
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We had a fantastic day out practicing a little democracy today. Sarah, myself, and thousands of other folks around Tacoma headed out to caucus. More »
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Hotel Murano is taking shape. The large iron frame is now in place and awaits being filled with blue glass. More »
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Sarah and I had the pleasure of getting over to the botanical conservatory yesterday to listen to some music and view some glass art. Our co-worker Joe Izenman played and sung along with his dad and his friend an hour-and-a-half of lively, sentimental, and fun folk tunes. More »
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Where/who were you 10 years ago? I was a freshman starting his second semester in college at PLU. More »
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Because if you treat 21st and "I" Streets only as a freeway connecting the North End with downtown rather than a charming district of it's own (Bridge District anyone? ) you might miss the place. More »
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There was only one way to get out and really have fun on Valentine's yesterday and that's the SinSational way. The lovely ladies of Equilibrium threw an art party and variety show last night that my lovely lady and I enjoyed. More »
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It's great to see the Sun a little higher in the sky and be able to enjoy it a little on a day off. Sarah and I joined ensie and Frinklin for breakfast at the Spar then, minus Frinklin, took a brief walk along the Ruston Way waterfront. More »
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For quite a while now my friend Gavin and I have been digital photo buddies. We both started with point-and-shoots and worked out way up to fancier DSLR equipment. More »
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Today and tomorrow I'm off from work to stay home. It's not really a vacation but more of a work party for one. More »
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Normally I don't wait to share my food-related opinion but after two visits to Pinwheel Catering's Herban Cafe [ map ] I can't delay anymore. Sarah and I stopped by alone last Friday and again with ensie and Frinklin last night. More »
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I was out Friday night at the Chamber's Bay golf course and was reminded just how stunning it is out there. Though not at all a golfer myself I had no problem enjoying the stunning vista of water, islands, and sky that stretches before any visitor to this spot. More »
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I started a porch roof project last Thursday and I had every intention to be done Friday so I could enjoy the rest of my weekend. Not so. More »
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