I thought I would continue this weeks bicycle theme with a few more thoughts on my weekend ride:
I flew to Spokane, Washington to do a ride in a new area of the State. My intention was to get another training ride in with my team mate to prepare for the Seattle to Portland Bike [...]
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Thu, April 30 2009 » On the Road » 2 Comments
This past weekend I did my first century (100 mile) training ride for this summer’s Seattle to Portland bike race. Initially, my intention was only to do about 80 miles but the day was fine and I had a good companion. All the necessities were there for a ride that brought me completely into the [...]
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Tue, April 28 2009 » On the Road » No Comments
The following statistic was quoted in 2 different speeches I heard this past weekend and it made an impression on my mind; rather like the little tune that plays over and over again all day long.
First World nations such as the United States currently eat up far more than their share. The Sierra Club notes [...]
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Thu, April 23 2009 » Inspiration » No Comments
This past week the Wall Street Journal put together a fantastic slideshow of the houses that were winners of the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) residential design award. From echo-friendly to storm-strong these houses are wonderful examples of current architect inginuity. (And the story isn’t half bad either).
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Tue, April 21 2009 » Inspiration » No Comments
A little something from a current work in progress…
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Thu, April 16 2009 » Inspiration » No Comments
This past week I attended the ribbon cutting for a building I have been working on for many years. I thought I would post a few of the photos, past and present.
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Tue, April 14 2009 » Inspiration » No Comments
My neighbors are busy doing something new in their yard. A few days of sunshine got us all out and doing yard work.
The first thing that they are doing is supporting a new local project called Terra Commons.
Mission:
Terra Commons is a non-profit network. We serve communities by researching, designing, and practicing habitat restoration, sustainable [...]
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Thu, April 9 2009 » Discoveries, Inspiration, Links » No Comments
Strengthen your local economy
Reduce climate change impacts
Support community groups
Keep our community unique
Create more good jobs
Get better service
Invest in your community
Buy what you need. Don’t buy hype
Put your taxes to good use
Encourage local prosperity
List I found at a local business, that I thought was concise and helpful. Created by South Sound Business Alliance
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Tue, April 7 2009 » Reading » 4 Comments