Category Archives: Musings

2011 Stanley Cup Final, Vancouver, Canada

First, I’m not a Canadian and I know little about hockey, but I’ve been exposed to hockey and various forms of the game for the last 10 years. Only in the last 2 years have I come to retain anything … Continue reading

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Annoying financial commitments, renters beware!

I took this studio to downsize from my 2 bedroom condo. All in an effort to reduce costs and help make my commuting and Las Vegas move more affordable. The apartment complex was fairly new but with it’s proximity to … Continue reading

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Over engineered housing

Recently I’ve become annoyed with the over engineering of security for the aparment complex I’m in right now. First, to get anywhere, you need a FOB. FOBs are great, but not such a convenience if you have to swipe it … Continue reading

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Hello Space, it’s been awhile.

From time to time, I just want to say something–Something longer than 422 characters allowed in my status update on Facebook but prominent enough to get attention (afterall, I want this to be seen by my friends) yet simpler than … Continue reading

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Ask for what you want!

I learned this some time ago, but it deserves a post as a reminder and as a demonstration that this simple principle can surprise yourself with the results.   My boyfriend, Mike, has been looking for work ever since his … Continue reading

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Bellevue listens to it’s residents

I’d responded to a survey the city council sent out that allowed me to voice my discontent for the traffic light synchronization or lack thereof on the overpass of NE 4th and I-405. I’ve actually never responded to one of … Continue reading

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Construction halted??

What does it mean when they stop construction and lay hay all over the lot…and, the sign detailing the proposal for the site is gone??? Does this mean I’m spared from construction on my south end for awhile longer??   … Continue reading

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airport security

I travel for many reasons, but the main categories are either business or pleasure. Like with any trip, packing properly is essential. It’s not just what you put in your luggage these days. Carry-on luggage, afterall, has many restrictions and … Continue reading

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Losing the little view that I had

After more than a year of a fenced off area behind my place, construction has finally begun. I knew it would happen, it was just a matter of time. I had hoped they would start near or at the same … Continue reading

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Murphy’s Law con’t

I have to add an update to that last posting….so after a peaceful lull where I was sure the worst I would get would be a group of noisy kids running in the lobby…something I could definitely manage. Well, it … Continue reading

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