She’s home! Our trip to REI on Sunday was quite a success and we came home with our first boat. Unfortunately, the weather has been chilly and rainy – generally unpleasant kayaking weather – so for now my review is limited to “Damn, she looks good on top of a car!” Hey, that’s important to …
Read MoreHaving your bike stolen sucks!
Late last week my bike was stolen from behind the building where I work. Sucks, no doubt about it. And although I hate to blame the victim (mainly because it is me!) – in this case, I was all but asking for it to happen. I usually skip locking my bike up at the office …
Read More2009 REI Anniversary Sale, May 1-10
REI’s “biggest sale of the year” started today and will go until next Sunday, May 10. All boats and bikes are 15% off and racks are 20% off – and there are even better deals to be had on camping equipment. Members also receive an additional 20% off. This sale couldn’t have come at a …
Read MoreJustice Souter retiring to New Hampshire to climb mountains
Justice David H. Souter, age 69, has announced he will retire at the end of this term. Among the reasons given for his departure: He told friends he looked forward to returning to New Hampshire while he was young enough to enjoy climbing mountains and other outdoor activities. – From the NY Times Souter was …
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