Monthly Archives: August 2010

Reno, from the driver’s seat (And Five Senses Monday)

Posted on August 30, 2010 by

Reno is not a place you want to get lost. Technically, we were only “turned around,” as Candace says. After we left the 1990s at Java Jungle, we drove down the “main strip,” the Reno strip, to find a bookstore, … Continue reading →

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Reno, circa 1994

Posted on August 27, 2010 by

The day after Candace returned from backpacking around Europe and the day after Jody and I returned from long, separate camping trips, we loading into my car and drove three hours to Reno. Then, we drove back home a few … Continue reading →

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A coastal drive

Posted on August 26, 2010 by

dune grass. it’s one of the best things to grow out of the earth. the only way it could be better is if it tasted like black licorice, which, maybe it does; i can’t say i’ve ever actually tasted it. … Continue reading →

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Dear Tuesday

Posted on August 24, 2010 by

Dear Tuesday, I’m so glad you were able to visit today — all freaking day, mind you — but I think you’ve overstayed your welcome. And I know you mean well with the heat, but the dogs are still painting … Continue reading →

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Five Senses Monday

Posted on August 23, 2010 by

Seeing: Through the age-spotted viewfinder of the old Pentax film camera. I’m going to develop the first roll today. Tasting: Caprese Salad: sliced homegrown tomatoes, chopped fresh basil, fresh mozzarella balls (in water), balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, fresh … Continue reading →

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Goodbye weekend

Posted on August 22, 2010 by

It’s an end to one of those weekends that, when it was happening, you felt like it was passing too quickly. And while the weekend never lasts quite as long as you want to it, I’m looking back and realizing … Continue reading →

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Home on the beach

Posted on August 21, 2010 by

When I was little I always thought I’d want to grow up and live in a big fancy house. My family used to live in a gated community, one of those where every house was big and the people who … Continue reading →

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