The Minnesota State Fair is a big deal. It runs for 10 days through Labor Day with a total attendance around 1.8 million. This morning, I was one of those attendees. I’m not one for crowds, or food on a stick, or animal competitions. But I do like to drop in on the Fair every…… Continue reading Our State Fair
Category: Living
Illicit Photo in a Bank
A Wells Fargo guard ordered me to put my camera away. So, after buying euros I took this illicit photo with my phone.
Mannequin Awaiting Catheters
Mannequin awaiting catheters. Photographed through LCD glass on my way to do a bit of work today.
Coffee, Croissants, Chat
Spent most of the morning chatting over coffee and chocolate croissants.
Impressionist World
Cycled the lakes and Mississippi this morning before the welcome rain on the skylight turned the world Impressionist.
Locally Grown
My shopping cart today at #wedgecoop. The best time of year for produce: everything is local (Minnesota, Wisconsin).
Our Clean Garage
Crossed “clean the garage” off my to-do list.
Aspirations
Library elevatesMice and keyboards seekAmerican dreams
Central European Lunch
Explored Nordeast Minneapolis, caloric Central European lunch at Kramarczuk’s Sausage Company, then home for a nap.
Travel Gear: Trekking Pole
I often hike with one trekking pole. Some hikers prefer two poles: I don’t have enough hands to carry two while operating my GPS, or grabbing tree limbs. It’s largely about balance, but I suspect my knees are grateful when I lean on the pole while climbing. Unfortunately, a trekking pole makes air travel…… Continue reading Travel Gear: Trekking Pole