A guano-load of work

Our friend Amy, who’s the heart and soul of our Camp Fire chapter, solicited ideas for an Arbor Day project. Someone suggested building bat houses. After some investigation, this seemed relatively straightforward project for the kids to undertake. (I think this model was similar in scope.) Some materials were purchased. Meanwhile, she called the local […]

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Carpet cleaning

During my brief “down time,” I attended to a pent up home improvement chore – cleaning the downstairs carpets. Ever since the kids became mobile, prolific artists, the carpets have been subjected to unspeakable abuse. Milk has been spilt, soil has been grounded in, and dry erase marker has embellished. I’m not a neat freak,

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SIR 100k Populaire

Over 110 people turned out for Saturday’s Seattle Randonneur 100k Populaire, nearly double the attendance for last year’ event. The day’s totals: 65.8 miles, 2,980′ elevation gain, five Clif bars, a muffin, and tall mocha. We started at the Red Hook Brewery, in Woodinville. I don’t think anyone has actually asked for permission for us

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Chicken Marsala

Today’s dinner… Chicken Marsala — takes about half an hour to make, with minimal interaction. Feeds three. 1/4 C Flour 1 t paprika 2 skinless, boneless, featherless chicken breasts 2 T canola oil 3/4 C marsala 3/4 C chicken stock, skim fat from top 2 t lemon juice 3/4 pound crimini mushrooms, sliced thinly 1/2

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Event reviews system

Hey cyclists, I would like to get some get some usability feedback on the event finder and its rating system. There’s no money involved, but it’s been rumored that the karma boost from helping will result in 20% fewer flats and better climbing in 2005. The event finder is here There are a lot of

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Chilly Hilly 2005

This was the helmet hair I had after finishing Chilly Hilly 2005. While I’m not complaining about the visual distortion suggesting there’s more than I really have, the snippet is representative of how the rest of my body felt at the end of the ride. Tired. I know why, too. By ride time last year,

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