Seattle will hopefully see a significant increase in sidewalk cafes with a new, less expensive permit for restaurants. This article in the Seattle Times compares our process to other cities, which is interesting. I was recently in Portland for work and noticed how booming their downtown … Read More →
Category Archives: Social Awareness
No so grand…
Washington State Democrats are suing Dino Rossi (a Republican running for governor) because they claim he is misleading people on the ballots by putting “GOP” instead of “Republican.” It appears that the term, “Republican” has suffered a bit of backlash in the last several years and … Read More →
Good question…
Joe Lieberman was at the RNC and asked the crowd “what is a Democrat like me doing at a convention like this?” I know what you’re doing there. You’re sad and confused. Lieberman is no Democrat. He might have been at one point, but he … Read More →
What happened to Kurrent?
We went out for drinks and appetizers at Kurrent with our neighbors tonight. Last time Gian and I went, it was really fun: the waiter and bartender were super-friendly and fast and the food (which was delicious and super-cheap during happy hour) and drinks were … Read More →
Seattle is growing… quickly!
We are now ranked as having the ninth worst congestion in the country and are already half way to reaching our 20-year housing needs. Gas price increases might fuel increased mass transit in the region. All these things are leading to Seattle getting bigger… sometimes … Read More →
I hope they build SEVERAL shelters there…
So, the incredibly rich, incredibly over-privileged residents of Magnolia, one of the most expensive neighborhoods of Seattle, are upset because the city plans to develop a homeless shelter at the now defunct Fort Lawton. Living in South Seattle for a few years in a neighborhood that … Read More →
Capitol Hill safety poster…
… REALLY creeps me out. It’s the floating eye. So, I have only lived on the hill for a few months, but have spent most of my time for many years there. But, I have never felt unsafe on Capitol Hill. Granted, I didn’t feel … Read More →
Bye…
It looks like the Sonics are leaving Seattle for sure. I’m indifferent on their staying or going. Luckily, we’re getting a pro soccer team soon, which will be great!
immigrant rights
Today, there was a large group outside of the HUB raising awareness for immigrant rights. I took some pictures of an Aztec dance group that was performing as part of the event. There are six pictures and they are in the “On Campus” set in … Read More →
VOTE!
I’m in Indianapolis for a conference, but I voted last week by mail-in ballot. Did you vote? You NEED TO!! Go VOTE NOW!