That’s one of the conclusions – and recommendations – of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) which met May 21, 2019 for a final review of its investigation into the December 18, 2017 derailment of Amtrak 501 that occurred just south of our community of Tillicum, Washington. The featured presentation at the Tillicum Woodbrook Neighborhood […]
To Ponder
Laura – Film Review
The moment that Laura began and I was listening to the opening narration, I immediately realized that this movie was going to be different from the typical film noir style. “I shall never forget the weekend Laura died. A silver sun burned through the sky like a huge magnifying glass. It was the hottest Sunday […]
Not Judgmental, but Helpful and Free
Although junior high school bands compete with each other, no one is a loser. The judging system is used for improvement. This was our fourth competition for this school year. It was up early and drive to Puyallup for this year’s last band competition of our youngest granddaughter. We didn’t get a chance to talk […]
Letter: King of the Hill – it's election season
No, not Felix Hernandez. And not the “King of the Hill” American adult animated sitcom in which “season four the episode ‘High Anxiety’ was rated TV-14 due to the episode’s references to marijuana smoking, murder, and irresponsible gun use.” Interesting how those go together. Ever play that children’s game – King of the Hill? It’s […]
Losing Your Real Estate Property – Eminent Domain
When most people hear the words “eminent domain” they usually conjure up images of the government taking away their property. What people don’t think of is the nibble here or the nibble there of road widening projects. As towns become cities and cities grow larger and provide more and more services, residences and businesses on […]
Don't Be Blinded By the Light – Use Retractable Awnings
Here in Western Washington we have beautiful scenic views. Outdoor living is part of our joy, but it has been known to rain a bit, now and then. Also, spring and summer bring pleasant afternoon and evening events with family and friends, but often require sun glasses, wide brimmed hats, and fans to let us […]
Westside Story – You Don't Get A 2nd Chance To Make A 1st Impression
Recently, while motoring down Custer Road in Lakewood, I spotted the sign depicted below while waiting at a red traffic light. As I studied the sign, the first concept that came into my “thinker” was the word, Professional. The sign promotes the idea that all the business entities, and organizations inside the “professional” complex are […]
Across the Fence: Opening Nights
Are you into art? Then I bet you have been to one or the other museum. Maybe you have been passing by galleries and been window shopping. Maybe you even have one or the other real artwork at home. But have you ever been to a gallery opening night? If not, you are missing out […]
The Full Monty – TMP Theatre Review
As we drove to TMP for The Full Monty, my wife remarked, “I hope they don’t use English accents.” I said, “I hadn’t been worried about that.” Accents are hard to understand, especially in a theater that accommodates three hundred people. We didn’t need to worry. We had seen the original 1997 British comedy when […]