I came across the above photo at the Facebook page of Car-Free America. It is–as it’s description says–the Oriten, a ten-seat bike made by the Orient Bicycle company. I had never heard of such a thing, but after Googling it I was surprised to see that it was quite popular around the time it wasContinue reading “Too Close For Comfort”
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Broth, Bouillon, Brodo, Caldo
Well, if you are an American reading this blog, or an expat living abroad, you likely celebrated Thanksgiving dinner yesterday with a traditional turkey dinner. I personally love this holiday–it’s not so gift-centered and commercialized as Christmas has become–it’s more about getting together with family, being thankful, and eating a really good meal. Unfortunately theContinue reading “Broth, Bouillon, Brodo, Caldo”
Broth, Bouillon, Brodo, Caldo
Well, if you are an American reading this blog, or an expat living abroad, you likely celebrated Thanksgiving dinner yesterday with a traditional turkey dinner. I personally love this holiday–it’s not so gift-centered and commercialized as Christmas has become–it’s more about getting together with family, being thankful, and eating a really good meal. Unfortunately theContinue reading “Broth, Bouillon, Brodo, Caldo”
A Few Old Bikes in Action
I love old photos of people on bikes, especially when they are being used for utilitarian purposes (OK, the one with the guy sitting on the stack of papers may be stretching it a bit…but I love the one with the delivery guy using his bike as a chair). Anyhow, I came across these atContinue reading “A Few Old Bikes in Action”
A Few Old Bikes in Action
I love old photos of people on bikes, especially when they are being used for utilitarian purposes (OK, the one with the guy sitting on the stack of papers may be stretching it a bit…but I love the one with the delivery guy using his bike as a chair). Anyhow, I came across these atContinue reading “A Few Old Bikes in Action”
Five Quotes on Being Thankful
I find the above painting very moving. It is “The Thankful Poor” by Henry Ossawa Tanner. On this day, the American holiday of Thanksgiving, I think it is especially poignant…though most of us (especially myself) have more than they need–food, clothing, shelter, family, etc.–we still desire more, and sometimes we (again, I’m mostly speaking ofContinue reading “Five Quotes on Being Thankful”
Five Quotes on Being Thankful
I find the above painting very moving. It is “The Thankful Poor” by Henry Ossawa Tanner. On this day, the American holiday of Thanksgiving, I think it is especially poignant…though most of us (especially myself) have more than they need–food, clothing, shelter, family, etc.–we still desire more, and sometimes we (again, I’m mostly speaking ofContinue reading “Five Quotes on Being Thankful”
It’s That Time of Year…
It’s that time of year again…when the stores and media bombards us with adverts attempting to convince us that we have to buy stuff we don’t really need. Whatever your beliefs (or non-beliefs, for that matter), let’s usher in the holiday season (not the “shopping season) and celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice (or evenContinue reading “It’s That Time of Year…”
It’s That Time of Year…
It’s that time of year again…when the stores and media bombards us with adverts attempting to convince us that we have to buy stuff we don’t really need. Whatever your beliefs (or non-beliefs, for that matter), let’s usher in the holiday season (not the “shopping season) and celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice (or evenContinue reading “It’s That Time of Year…”
I Can Finally Name It
For many years I have enjoyed taking pictures. First with a 35mm camera (never did learn to develop them myself) and more recently with digital. What is truly awesome about digital cameras is that–because there is no developing involved–you are able to take multiple pictures of the same thing, upload them, and pick-and-choose which youContinue reading “I Can Finally Name It”
I Can Finally Name It
For many years I have enjoyed taking pictures. First with a 35mm camera (never did learn to develop them myself) and more recently with digital. What is truly awesome about digital cameras is that–because there is no developing involved–you are able to take multiple pictures of the same thing, upload them, and pick-and-choose which youContinue reading “I Can Finally Name It”
Things That Can Be Carried on a Bike (#372)
Front Rack: A canvas bag containing a few books and writing implements; a cardboard box containing a dozen or so over-sized glass Christmas tree ornaments wrapped in paper. Rear Carrier: A 15lb/6.8kg capacity all-steel, hand-crank sausage stuffer; a cardboard box containing two pints of homemade turkey gravy, 5lbs/2.2kgs of bread flour, and three homemade cheeseContinue reading “Things That Can Be Carried on a Bike (#372)”
Things That Can Be Carried on a Bike (#372)
Front Rack: A canvas bag containing a few books and writing implements; a cardboard box containing a dozen or so over-sized glass Christmas tree ornaments wrapped in paper. Rear Carrier: A 15lb/6.8kg capacity all-steel, hand-crank sausage stuffer; a cardboard box containing two pints of homemade turkey gravy, 5lbs/2.2kgs of bread flour, and three homemade cheeseContinue reading “Things That Can Be Carried on a Bike (#372)”
A Few Recipes for Thanksgiving
I was going to post a few recipes for the Thanksgiving holiday but after I thought about it it would be just as easy (and likely more informative) simply to link previous articles that I’ve written and are still floating around the Internet (not to mention a bit of shameless self-promotion…I’m getting better at this).Continue reading “A Few Recipes for Thanksgiving”
A Few Recipes for Thanksgiving
I was going to post a few recipes for the Thanksgiving holiday but after I thought about it it would be just as easy (and likely more informative) simply to link previous articles that I’ve written and are still floating around the Internet (not to mention a bit of shameless self-promotion…I’m getting better at this).Continue reading “A Few Recipes for Thanksgiving”
Things That Can Be Carried on a Bike (#371)
A really big Christmas wreath.
Things That Can Be Carried on a Bike (#371)
A really big Christmas wreath.
Clay Pot Pork
That’s just fun to say isn’t it…clay pot pork. Anyhow, I made this small pork roast for dinner tonight for my son and I (delicious). Cooking in clay is not only super-healthy it is exceedingly easy; fool-proof…clay is the original crock pot. If you want to learn more about clay cookers or where to buyContinue reading “Clay Pot Pork”
Clay Pot Pork
That’s just fun to say isn’t it…clay pot pork. Anyhow, I made this small pork roast for dinner tonight for my son and I (delicious). Cooking in clay is not only super-healthy it is exceedingly easy; fool-proof…clay is the original crock pot. If you want to learn more about clay cookers or where to buyContinue reading “Clay Pot Pork”
Blessed Are The Peacemakers (Five Quotes on Non-Violence)
(To read about Sister Karen Klimczak, the originator of the peaceprints signs, click here.) This is in response to the horrific incident that happened at the University of California at Davis very recently (to see videos and photos, click here or here). It is inconceivable to me that this actually happened. Whatever side of theContinue reading “Blessed Are The Peacemakers (Five Quotes on Non-Violence)”
Urban Simplicty 