Category Archives: Books

Project du Jour: Little Free Libraries

Posted on March 19, 2014 by

“If you want to get laid, go to college. If you want an education, go to the library.” ~ Frank Zappa Recently a friend of mine reminded me of the Little Free Libraries. Lauren is building her first house and … Continue reading →

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J.D. Salinger

Posted on January 25, 2013 by

Jerome David Salinger was an American author, best known for his 1951 novel The Catcher in the Rye, as well as his reclusive nature. His last original published work was in 1965; he gave his last interview in 1980. Raised … Continue reading →

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The Hut Beneath the Pine: Tea Poems

Posted on October 26, 2012 by

After two 20-year careers and now on my third, I thought I’d share a little Daniel Skach-Mills prose on the subject. It really struck a vibe with me. “The human world teaches peoplehow to compete, get noticed,succeed. Here in my … Continue reading →

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Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

Posted on June 4, 2012 by

You see things vacationing on a motorcycle in a way that is completely different from any other. In a car you’re always in a compartment, and because you’re used to it, you don’t realize that through that car window everything … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the Kindle Lending Library

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

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Packing Tips and Tricks

Posted on October 18, 2011 by

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving” ~ Albert Einstein I penned the Downsizing post last week, but thought I’d add some hard won, best in class ideas for your consideration. If you … Continue reading →

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Steampunk Design and Musings

Posted on August 28, 2011 by

“To some, ‘steampunk’ is a catchall term, a concept in search of a visual identity. To me, it’s essentially the intersection of technology and romance.” ~ Jake von Slatt Leon mentioned today on Facebook about a venture that he had … Continue reading →

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