Left work a few minutes early to head down and catch a free screening of Handmade Nation at the Contempoary Arts Center. Can’t believe it took me this long to see the flick about the burgeoning DIY community. Makes me think that in 2011 we need to set up at more events and enjoy the company [...]

I keep catching myself staring at the woods thinking, I grew up in a place like this. I really really like it. Why is it that I feel so much more appreciative now? Maybe I’m becoming sensitive to the noise. With the extra channels on the tv. Piles of information tailored to push buttons. The [...]

So it like, snowed. From the weather reports and bread aisle, there was some skeptical but tangible concern. But it was nothing outside of bitter cold (which continues I should add). Anywho, I noticed the nails or whatever on the rooftop below held some warmth. And they made this pattern. At least, I think so. [...]

In studiomate Tom’s words, “This is as close as I will ever come to a Diagon Alley experience.” He was speaking of our impromptu visit to Cluxton Alley Coffee Roasters in Northside. Tucked behind Fabricate, follow the smell of fresh coffee, go in and grab a cup. If Janice isn’t around, leave a dollar. If she [...]

We sent a bunch of stuff off to Goodwill, but this piece was salvaged for reconfiguration.

I suppose I should stop apologizing for poor quality photos from the phone, as this day was all about taking a little time off and being totally laid back. This meant not carrying around a big camera, and instead seeing that Tangled movie (to make sure it was kid friendly.) It was indeed solid for tots, [...]