Seriously stove, what gives ( Read more... )

Every so often, I get the urge to write a new essay. Usually, this occurs when I am trying to work through an idea, concept, set of stories and a short post will not sufficiently get at the heart of the topic. (And, besides, my mind and creativity work best in non-fiction.) This particular essay surrounds three incidents, all unrelated, that ( Read more... )

I've been tossing around the idea of creativity or, to be more exact, my own creative projects. Within the last few weeks, I have been conceptualizing new projects - a cookbook, a Children's book, knitting projects, writing projects, character outlines, etc. Most of these projects are in the earliest conceptual stages (the wouldn't-it-be-awesome- ( Read more... )

I continue to be startled by the exquisiteness of the sunrises and sunsets in Rainier Beach - brilliant pinks, oranges and yellows streaking through the clouds as I gaze over the valley outside the window or look out over Lake Washington and the small, dwarfed skyline of Seattle from the yard of the Catholic church/school that I pass on my walk ( Read more... )

Last night I attended/helped organize a benefit Soiree and party for one of my dearest friends and favorite artists* who has, unfortunately, had a very rough year**. The whole event was delicious, from the fabulous spread of vegetarian and vegan dishes, to the ample wine table, to the fabulous people both new and familiar, to the spirit of warmth ( Read more... )

( Please fix your ill-conceived service in South Seattle. )

Ben mentioned tonight that this new home is like a good relationship. It feels loving, inviting and, best of all, challenges us to be better stewards - more intentional about our environment and the things that are in it. It's the sort of place that inspires - creativity, organization, relaxation, etc. I have lost track of the number of times we ( Read more... )

Yep, today is the last day to vote in the King County Primary and this could be a very important one - there are some real crazies running for Mayor and King County Executive this time around. Make your voice heard and vote.

This public service announcement made possible by the letter K and the color Green.

The Red Delicious Trio (Ben - Piano, Shaina - Bass, Brian - Drums) is now playing regularly at Little Red Bistro at the corner of Dexter and Harrison. You can catch these mad cats every Tuesday night (except the last) from 8-10 pm. Admission is free with delicious food and beverage for purchase.

I recently realized (when a friend, sidhefire , asked for cookbook submissions) that I don't actually write down my recipes nearly as often as I thought I did. I could only find one recipe (a delicious nettle lasagna, btw - http://snybod.livejournal.com/5763.html) that Ben and I had developed ourselves ( Read more... )