The doorbell rang and I opened the door to greet a Rotarian and a young blonde girl named Marketta, with a sore arm. The Rotarian was soon off, but Marketta Vanamo is still with us . . . forever I think . . . as a friend to delight our hearts. At the time Marketta […]
Fried Tilapia is High on the List
I enjoy cooking tilapia for both breakfast and dinner. Although tilapia is new to many American eaters, the history of the fish goes back to Ancient Egypt. Tilapia is an affordable and nutritious food, and it can be part of a healthy and balanced diet. It is a good source of protein and is relatively […]
It Seemed Like a Great Idea . . .
Years and years ago it seemed like a good idea installing a water valve just inches from the surface of our wrap around deck. Our teenage son did the installation. We have a number of hose connections for Peg’s flower gardens. As the years have passed, I no longer want to get down on my […]
Be Aware and Be Prepared Even If It’s Just Local
A number of weeks ago I presented a talk about “water ways” for the Lakewood Lions Club. Some of the things I talked about then fell into place just recently as a good reminder about the joys and elements of our wonderful Pacific Northwest. “Be Aware” should always be a NW reminder stamp for our […]
Beautiful The Carole King Musical – Review
Months and months ago my youngest son’s sister-in-law had just seen the stage production of “Beautiful The Carole King Musical” at the Village Theatre in Issaquah. She recommended the live theatre. However the musical was sold out as was the Seattle area production. When I saw that Tacoma Musical Playhouse was scheduling the live theatre […]
Family, Stories and Food. What’s Not to Like?
Don, Lindy (cousin) and I went on a short trip recently. We left our north Tacoma home and drove to Puyallup’s South Hill. We were to meet our cousin Chris Cummins, who used to live in Alaska, growing up with his six or seven or eight brothers and one sister and now lives in Missouri. […]
The Prom Queen . . . Maybe
Kathy recognized a good deal when she saw one. She loved living close enough to Tacoma, Lakewood, Fircrest and University Place. She wasn’t old enough to own her own car . . . yet, but she got around “just fine thank you” . . . even with just a bike. She took a school bus […]
Motel of Sadness
Melanie was walking the streets of the small town. It was really early and she was thinking of times long ago. She looked in the bakery window and nearly jumped out of her flip flops when the lights all flipped on. Her left hand reached up and patted her chest bone just to make sure […]
Melodie And the Crow
Whenever I have a meeting with a friend or someone I want to learn more from, I go to the my favorite coffee shop. But sometimes, just sometimes, I like to simply nurse my paper cup of coffee (with milk) and sip and listen . . . sip and listen. The listen and attraction part […]