Stocked up for the last time on American-made tee shirts at American Apparel before they end US production.
Category: Home Living
Drippy Day
It’s a drippy day……January thaw…My nose (a cold). Two reasons to stretch out on the couch, under my blankie.
Unafraid of Eggplant
Breaded eggplant awaiting hot oil. I’ve previously posted a method that ensures eggplant always turns out well.
How to Dispose of Unwanted Money
Tomorrow I’ll be stopping at the post office to drop off a box filled with foreign coins and banknotes. Last year, at Newcastle International Airport, I showed my nephews an easier way to dispose of foreign currency. I led them to a big, bubble-shaped currency donation bin, then handed them some UK coins. As you…… Continue reading How to Dispose of Unwanted Money
Unwanted Money
Posted How to Dispose of Unwanted Money.
Non-existent Currencies
Sorted foreign currencies, mainly coins, I’ve been saving for “the next time I go.” Eight currencies no longer exist.
Freakin’ Cheap: Almost-Free Flights
How about an almost-free flight to Tokyo? How about applying for a credit card with a 70,000 airline frequent flyer (FF) mile signup bonus, using the card for three months, then cutting up the card? 70,000 miles can buy a round-trip ticket from Minneapolis to Tokyo. Flying is not always the best way to accumulate…… Continue reading Freakin’ Cheap: Almost-Free Flights
Minimal Christmas Tree
Stored our minimalistic Christmas tree in a mailing tube. It’s made from naturally fallen Minnesota timber: see post.
Google Domains
Simplified my cyber life: transferred a bunch of Internet domains to Google Domains.
Imperfect Gifts for Long-Haul Travelers
The other day I came across an article at wired.com with the click-bait title: 10 Perfect Gifts for your Favorite Long-Haul Traveler. I was skeptical right out of the starting gate: I travel light, a declaration I repeat ad nauseam. Recently I renewed my passport, and opted for the version with more pages as I was running…… Continue reading Imperfect Gifts for Long-Haul Travelers