Category Random Musings

Orchids in bloom

While I can’t take credit for growing these beautiful flowers, I do get to benefit from their presence brightening my home. Here are some of the results of Jenn’s hard work:

Herb Porch Garden

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,…

“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…

People can’t drive

The other day while at a furniture store, some idiot scraped my bumper. I’m sure it was him as there was only one white car in the parking lot. What makes this remarkable is that this white Honda Pilot was…

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…

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…

The best shower

I recently purchased the Aquasana Shower Filter (costs around $60) and wanted to plug the product. A couple of months ago, our water was off due to some building maintenance and I had to resort to washing my face and…

Thoughts of fresh air

I flew from SFO to JFK on Song – Delta’s answer to JetBlue. Overall the planes are pretty good. They seem better than AA and Delta’s normal economy seating. Each seat is equipped with a 16:9 ratio touch screen which…