Photo found here. You probably know by now that I am a big proponent of bicyclist riding in the street, opposed to on the sidewalk. To take it even further, I believe that bicyclists have the same rights (and responsibilities) as auto drivers…I’ve gotten into arguments over this. And I’d be a rich man ifContinue reading “Sidewalks and Streets”
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>Sidewalks and Streets
> Photo found here. You probably know by now that I am a big proponent of bicyclist riding in the street, opposed to on the sidewalk. To take it even further, I believe that bicyclists have the same rights (and responsibilities) as auto drivers…I’ve gotten into arguments over this. And I’d be a rich manContinue reading “>Sidewalks and Streets”
>Coexistence
> On the 9th anniversary of 9/11 I pray for not only the people lost in the tragic event and the grieving family members that were left behind, but also for our nation and the world as a whole. I truly believe that our only hope for self-preservation–opposed to self-annihilation–is to coexist with one another.Continue reading “>Coexistence”
Coexistence
On the 9th anniversary of 9/11 I pray for not only the people lost in the tragic event and the grieving family members that were left behind, but also for our nation and the world as a whole. I truly believe that our only hope for self-preservation–opposed to self-annihilation–is to coexist with one another. SoContinue reading “Coexistence”
>Paul McCartney Rides a Bike
>It’s refreshing to see someone as wealthy and famous as Sir Paul on a bike…and if these pictures are accurate not only does he look happy on a bike (with the possible exception of the last one…but hey, we all have our off days) but it seems as though he’s ridden one his entire life.Continue reading “>Paul McCartney Rides a Bike”
Paul McCartney Rides a Bike
It’s refreshing to see someone as wealthy and famous as Sir Paul on a bike…and if these pictures are accurate not only does he look happy on a bike (with the possible exception of the last one…but hey, we all have our off days) but it seems as though he’s ridden one his entire life.Continue reading “Paul McCartney Rides a Bike”
>Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (A Best Of)
>As I mentioned in a previous post, I have had to to drive this week and have not used a bike much…probably the least I’ve ridden in years. So it goes without saying that I am missing it…and thus for this reason I’m posting some of my favorites from the past year (some have beenContinue reading “>Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (A Best Of)”
Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (A Best Of)
As I mentioned in a previous post, I have had to to drive this week and have not used a bike much…probably the least I’ve ridden in years. So it goes without saying that I am missing it…and thus for this reason I’m posting some of my favorites from the past year (some have beenContinue reading “Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (A Best Of)”
>Late Summer’s Harvest
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Late Summer’s Harvest
Ezekiel Bagels and a Loaf of Bread
Today at work I made Ezekiel bread for the simple reason that I like making it and it is my favorite bread…and I believe it is exceedingly healthy. What was different with today’s bread was that I made half of the dough into bagels. Now many bread bakers may disagree with me, but I findContinue reading “Ezekiel Bagels and a Loaf of Bread”
>Ezekiel Bagels and a Loaf of Bread
> Today at work I made Ezekiel bread for the simple reason that I like making it and it is my favorite bread…and I believe it is exceedingly healthy. What was different with today’s bread was that I made half of the dough into bagels. Now many bread bakers may disagree with me, but IContinue reading “>Ezekiel Bagels and a Loaf of Bread”
>Transportation Woes…
> This picture was found at BizarroBlog Alright…I have to ‘fess up. For reasons beyond my control, and which I shan’t discuss in such a public forum, I will be using my truck for transportation four, maybe five days this week. These are the most consecutive days I’ve driven a vehicle in years…and this doesContinue reading “>Transportation Woes…”
Transportation Woes…
This picture was found at BizarroBlog Alright…I have to ‘fess up. For reasons beyond my control, and which I shan’t discuss in such a public forum, I will be using my truck for transportation four, maybe five days this week. These are the most consecutive days I’ve driven a vehicle in years…and this does notContinue reading “Transportation Woes…”
>Never Stop Howling
> The above pin is a souvenir I brought back from a trip I took with my son to San Fransisco this past July; I purchased it at the Beat Museum. It’s of course a reference to the poem book, Howl, by Alan Ginsberg. The Beat writers had a huge influence on me when IContinue reading “>Never Stop Howling”
Never Stop Howling
The above pin is a souvenir I brought back from a trip I took with my son to San Fransisco this past July; I purchased it at the Beat Museum. It’s of course a reference to the poem book, Howl, by Alan Ginsberg. The Beat writers had a huge influence on me when I wasContinue reading “Never Stop Howling”
>"Real Life, You’re Livin It"…and a meditative bike ride
> This morning I woke feeling somewhat melancholy…had tons I wanted to do (overwhelmed), but being Labor Day I decided to take the day off and go for a bike ride. One of the best things I can think of for a person to do when they are feeling a little down is to getContinue reading “>"Real Life, You’re Livin It"…and a meditative bike ride”
"Real Life, You’re Livin It"…and a meditative bike ride
This morning I woke feeling somewhat melancholy…had tons I wanted to do (overwhelmed), but being Labor Day I decided to take the day off and go for a bike ride. One of the best things I can think of for a person to do when they are feeling a little down is to get physicalContinue reading “"Real Life, You’re Livin It"…and a meditative bike ride”
>My Favorite Kitchen Knife (and a brief story behind it)
> Firstly I have to give the reader a little history regarding me and kitchen knives/utensils. By nature I am a collector, not so much these days but I was in the past. When I was a young culinarian I collected not only cookbooks but also kitchen knives. Before the 9/11 days a person could–asContinue reading “>My Favorite Kitchen Knife (and a brief story behind it)”
My Favorite Kitchen Knife (and a brief story behind it)
Firstly I have to give the reader a little history regarding me and kitchen knives/utensils. By nature I am a collector, not so much these days but I was in the past. When I was a young culinarian I collected not only cookbooks but also kitchen knives. Before the 9/11 days a person could–as manyContinue reading “My Favorite Kitchen Knife (and a brief story behind it)”
Urban Simplicty 