Category Archives: Writing

Good finds: A Squirrelly Proposal

Posted on March 24, 2013 by

“Tonight’s dinner could be scampering right in front of you.” Funny stuff. Thanks Dad.

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Catalysts, Mentors, and Smoked Pork

Posted on March 1, 2013 by

A friend of ours passed away a couple weeks ago, so I’d like to dedicate this post to him. We weren’t very close. I could probably count the number of times we spent time together on two hands. But what … Continue reading →

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“A Saturday Rumpus Index For The Conspicuously Old” – From The Rumpus.net

Posted on February 8, 2013 by

You may know already that I’ve wanted to be a writer since before I had my first crêpe. This makes me feel better for getting off to a late start. I did manage to publish my first poem in the … Continue reading →

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So Many Dishes, So Little Time

Posted on January 30, 2013 by

Sometimes I think my menu isn’t big enough. There are hundreds, thousands of recipes I’d like to try but I’ve inadvertently developed a menu that people like. There are a handful of plates people would be sad to see go, … Continue reading →

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papaya thief in portland: updates from the west

Posted on August 24, 2012 by

Hi, it’s been a while. Here’s what’s going on: When I get to work there’s a list waiting for me. I fold my towels, set up my cutting board, start collecting all my tools for the day. I weigh out … Continue reading →

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Weekend Cooking Fun Continued: Black Bean Soup, Collard Greens, and More Bread

Posted on June 3, 2012 by

Whenever I start making bread I can’t stop myself. There’s no reason for me to have four loaves of bread in the house. Baking, especially bread, is a meditation. This second batch is organic whole wheat, and I used molasses … Continue reading →

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A Saturday Rumpus List Of Writers In Unsuitable Employment – The Rumpus.net

Posted on June 2, 2012 by

Makes me feel a little better about not having solid work while I try to do the things I’ve always wanted to: A Saturday Rumpus List Of Writers In Unsuitable Employment – The Rumpus.net. “George Saunders was a geophysical engineer but he … Continue reading →

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