Author Archives: DAK

I think it’s weird that sour cream can go, errr, sour. For that matter, that sourdough bread can go stale, or that raisins can get a little too old. Or beer. Or wine aged beyond perfection. OK, so it’s not … Continue reading →

So I’ve moved again, as you can see. Seeing as this is the page that I update most often, and that the most of you are aware of, it made sense to make this the main page (most of you … Continue reading →

Seeing with new eyes I used to hate CostCo. Well, hate is a strong word; and, in truth, I love CostCo. You can buy cheese in 5 pound blocks there. Anywhere you can buy cheese in near-weight-lifting-units is OK by … Continue reading →

A couple of new Plates submissions brought to you by Erica and Linda

My friend Jules reads this site from time to time, and has searched for her own name to no avail. “I searched for myself,” she said “but I didn’t find anything.” Laughter ensued. Well, Julie, now you will. It was … Continue reading →

This game’s in the refrigerator. The door’s closed, the lights are out, the eggs are cooling, the butter’s getting hard, and the Jell-o’s jiggling. Chick Hearn1916-2002

In a fanfare of trumpets and to the heralds of angels, the Anna Nicole Show debuted last night. Best. Show. Ever. (next to The Osbournes, of course) Be it when she got her ass stuck in a table, her grunting … Continue reading →

So here’s what I’ve come up with. I think it’s definitely better than my first re-design attempt (below)…and I think it’s better than my old design. I’m a little coding-punchy, though, so I don’t really trust my judgement right now. … Continue reading →

re-design? Well, I don’t know. What do you think?

I was only twelve or thirteen at the time, still riding the third bike of my life (fifth if you count the tricycle and Big Wheel), a big red Diamondback; and driving was still a mystery to me, save for … Continue reading →