A couple days ago, we flew into Chicago’s Midway Airport then took the “L” to an industrial area on Chicago’s South Side. At 57 St. Design. We walked through a dusty woodworking shop where workers were building furniture from American hardwoods using traditional methods. We discussed a few pieces we will order, including our first decent… Continue reading Feathering the Nest
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57 St. Design
Visited 57 St. Design in an industrial area of Chicago’s Southside to discuss furniture.
Aquatennial Fireworks
The Minneapolis Aquatennial put on a rather fine fireworks display which we viewed from our balcony.
Minnesota, Full-Throttle
Tonight, we go full-throttle Minnesotan: I’m making green bean hotdish topped with Tater Tots. OK, Spud Puppies, same thing. I’m going a little upmarket: no Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup, no French’s fried onions, and the green beans are fresh.
When New Beats Old
Researched furniture for our future condo. When we moved out of our house we realized it was better to get rid of furniture rather than pay to store it.
Buying Locally
Bought locally. This Saturday farmers market near our home lets us stock up with local produce we’ll enjoy much of the week.
Fireworks
Fireworks came to us: view from our balcony.
Shipment For Guam
Lugged a box down to the mail room, en route to an eBay buyer in a marine base in Guam in the Western Pacific.
Bibimbap: Korean Comfort Food
Since my last visit to South Korea in 2017, I have come to crave the comfort of Korean-style rice bowls: rice topped with little heaps of meat, vegetables, and a soft-cooked egg. Yolk permeating rice is one of life’s great pleasures. The photo at the top of this post shows a fine example awaiting my… Continue reading Bibimbap: Korean Comfort Food
Time to Sign
Cycled to our condo developer’s office to sign off the hundreds of choices we’ve made over the past few months.