I finally got around to setting up some window box planters on our porch. The two 24″ boxes are each divided in half for the following herbs: French thyme, chives, dwarf basil, and one reserved section. In terms of use, I think flat leaf parsley makes the most sense for the reserved section. However, it [...]
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“Cracking” into the neighborhood
Since I recently moved, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the friendly nature of all the small shop owners around my new place. One in particular is a really nice Vietnamese gentleman who owns a small convenience/liquor store right nearby. He always strikes up a conversation to see how you are, ask where you’ve been, etc. [...]
John Dory is a delicious fish, not a person
While dining at Manresa last night, I started wondering why the fish formerly called St. Pierre is now being called John Dory. If I recall, back in the 90’s, it was almost exclusively called St. Pierre. I haven’t seen a single menu refer to the fish as St. Pierre in over 5 years. I did [...]
Craigslist humor
In trying to sell some old stuff on Craigslist, I’ve gotten some interesting responses. Recently while trying to sell some house music records I got this one: What do you mean by house records? I’m looking for records for a game room I have in my house. We are looking for records like boston, journey, [...]
Clutter is bad
Every few years, usually around the time I move, I go through my possessions and sell, donate, or throw out things I don’t need. Over the years, I’ve gotten better and better at not collecting/buying things I don’t need. It’s not easy but I try to ask myself if I really need something before buying [...]