Monthly Archives: January 2010

Best photo of the fashion show

Sunday, I ran several photos I took of last Saturday’s benefit fashion show titled “The Collage.” I got some OK shots. But ultimately the most beautiful photo I saw was this, captured by my evening companion, the lovely Karry, using … Continue reading

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Rainy day reflection

We real estate agents are independent contractors. That means we often work many hours for free, hoping to meet somebody buying or selling a house. This very rainy weekend I held a house open both days on Foothill Blvd, and … Continue reading

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Fashion show pix

Took a few quick photos at the Fashion Show held yesterday at the Old City Hall to benefit the Shasta County Arts Council, and support our local clothing and jewelery designers. It was a terrific show and a lot of … Continue reading

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Soup Supper at Lema Ranch for LWV

We attended the League of Women Voters Soup Supper at Lema Ranch. I sat for soup with Redding Mayor, Patrick Jones. He’s a very dedicated public servant, and I came away impressed. Above, LWV member Erin Murphy and Redding Mayor … Continue reading

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Gently weeps for guitar

Ran across this bit of poignant humanity on Craigslist. Would you be willing to sell Rick his guitar back? Sometimes a guitar is just a guitar…

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Pilgrim Congregational Church and Frank Lloyd Wright

The Pilgrim Congregational Church in Redding is a unique and significant building. It was designed in 1958 by world famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. ” If it is true that architecture reflects the people that produce it, their life, faith, … Continue reading

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Aren't the wheels supposed to be on the bottom?

This view greeted drivers on north Lake Blvd today. I’m guessing what must have happened was that the tongue came off the ball. Then the rig flipped, but was held on the tow vehicle by the safety chain, and drug … Continue reading

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Fatboys BBQ in Redding

Fatboy’s Rotisserie in Redding is on Twin View Blvd. They have a great selection of barbeque and more, and 12 beers on tap. The food is tasty and served in very generous portions. The pulled pork is my favorite. You … Continue reading

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Beermaking in Redding

A News Cafe ran the 3rd and final installment of my Homebrew series of articles. In case you missed it over there, you can link to it at the image below. And no, it has not been tested yet. We … Continue reading

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Is it cold where you live today?

We’re having a cold day here in Redding too. The high is only supposed to get to be around 58f. Brr. That seems about average here in January. Of course, 58f might seem absolutely tropical if you live elsewhere. In … Continue reading

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