The elderly white woman periodically topped up our wine glasses. When she decided we were sufficiently lubricated, she turned the conversation to race, specifically African Americans. “They need to get over it,” she announced, repeating with added vehemence, “Get over it.” That conversation has been reverberating in my head as I’ve been looking at street…… Continue reading Minneapolis Protest Street Art
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Eagles at Pickerel Lake
Included West St. Paul on our cycle ride. At Pickerel Lake, spotted an eagles nest sitting directly on a power line. Eventually, two eaglets peered out, probably impatient for food to be delivered.
A Day Without News Media
I pay attention to the news; too much attention, some would say. We have digital subscriptions to the New York Times, Washington Post, and our local paper, the Star Tribune. We’re members of Minnesota Public Radio and the local public television station. My long list of online news sources includes Politico, BBC, NHK (Japan, in…… Continue reading A Day Without News Media
Seeking Justice
June 1, 2020. New York Times online front page. We woke up this morning to see our immediate neighborhood on the front of the New York Times. Last night we looked down from our home at mostly peaceful protesters breaking curfew, while hundreds of police performed a well-orchestrated pincer movement. 150 protesters who chose not…… Continue reading Seeking Justice
10th Avenue Bridge
Walked under the 10th Avenue Bridge, currently undergoing major rehabilitation. It’s next to the Interstate 35W Bridge that replaces a bridge that collapsed, without warning, during rush hour in August 2007.
Another Mouse Door
Spotted on our walk: a mouse door.
Our Country Club
Posted Our Country Club.
Our Country Club
On Stone Arch Bridge, part of Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park. The Minneapolis park system is one of the top reasons we live where we live. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board was established almost 140 years ago. Because of their foresight, parkland and trails permeate the city. 98% of Minneapolis residents live within a…… Continue reading Our Country Club
Hyperlocal Beer
Bought hyperlocal. Walked a couple blocks from our home to a brewpub where I picked up a growler of “Curbside Ale” at the front entrance.
Pedestrian Power
Cycled some of the many miles of roads in Minneapolis where pedestrians and cyclists have priority.