Those who enjoy their literacy iced liberally with whimsy were out in mass for the 826 Seattle Benefit last night. Those in attendance got a lesson from Sarah Vowell on how a song about an abolitionist terrorist became The Battle Hymn of the Republic and David Eggers read a heartfelt letter from a dog [...]
I’ve decided to throw my hat into the political ring so-to-speak and have turned my desire for rapid transit in Seattle into a whole new project. Affordable mass transit has an amazing way of changing the life of a city and it’s clear to me that the monorail contract Seattle has on the table [...]
The New York Times did a travel write-up on Seattle and kept the recommendations largely in the city itself. They point out a lot of good stuff, including one of my favorites, Theater Schmeater.
Two things strike me as strange with the above picture.
My rent seems way too cheap for a view such as this.
I’ll never get used to having this much light left at 10 pm.
Update: Take action at 2045 Seattle to Save Your Seattle Monorail
I’m glad to report that I recieved a reply from Mayor Greg Nickels today in regards to the monorail (as I’m sure a lot of other people did). In short, the mayor is saying back off and let the monorail board figure out how [...]
Update: Take action at 2045 Seattle to Save Your Seattle Monorail
I went to the monorail hearing tonight in central Seattle at the Securities building on 4th Avenue and sat through about three and a half hours of people’s three minutes at a microphone.
When I got there, I pulled out an index card and wrote ‘Pro’, [...]
Update: Take action at 2045 Seattle to Save Your Seattle Monorail
I move between Seattle and New York every few years. I love both cities, but no matter how many times I make the move, I’m always impressed at the power and efficiency of New York’s subway system and always disappointed at Seattle’s lack of [...]
I got to shake the hand of my congressman today, Representative Jim McDermott, and I was absolutely proud to do so. Some votes you aren’t too enthusiatic to cast, but voting for Jim is a pleasure.
Update: Take action at 2045 Seattle to Save Your Seattle Monorail
The Seattle Monorail Authority has completed negotiations! What does this mean? It means a plan to build and run Seattle’s first rapid transit line is officially done and both the public authority and the private company have agreed on the details. The [...]
While waiting in line for the secret festival at the Seattle Internation Film Festival, I noticed a dog in line with the rest of us with his own badge and everything. What did “Buddy” and I see? Sorry, it’s a secret.
