In national news elections across the world reach fever pitches, midterm elections in America, teenager-led riots in France, one of the driest Octobers ever in the PNW, parts of California falling into the ocean… Meanwhile in Kitsap…
Historically, traditional Krampus performers in both Austria and Germany have been primarily male. Some regions might allow women to participate in associated roles, dressing as angels, or perhaps the Christ Child in St. Nicholas groups, but since the 1600s, the horned folk-character has generally been portrayed by men. Many Alpine areas today keep to the same traditions. In some groups, women continue to be relegated to supportive roles. But they are still excluded from wearing the mask.
We went looking for great pizza and ended up learning about dough, meeting people who care deeply about their craft, and finding places we might never have visited without somebody insisting we get our asses over there. I love that part. My brother and I have spent our whole lives debating who makes the best sandwich, burger, fries, whatever. FatMattSnacks gave that conversation somewhere to live. Now a whole community gets to argue along with us…
Every time he drove over the bridge he thought about the man who jumped and the only thing that happened to him was the pockets of his pants were ripped off. He said it didn’t even hurt. He also said that as soon as his feet left the bridge, he regretted jumping. Shawn wasn’t sure if this was a true story or just an urban legend, but he thought about it every time…
Most performances do not begin as lies. They begin as adaptations. We become the easy one. The steady one. The generous one. The low-maintenance one. The person who can keep the moment smooth. After a while the role feels so familiar that we stop noticing what it costs…
He graciously mentioned, when I bought one of their new Lego My Ego albums, that if I didn’t like it, I could always trade it in to a local record store, and then maybe someday it could provide inspiration and work to a future bargain-crate browser. It’s a kind thought, but – and I’m not just saying this cause he’s the benevolent Charles Foster Kane of this periodical – I’ll be keeping it…
Words drop from the sky into your mind. A seed is planted. Inspiration thrives. Interpretation differs for everyone. Telling a story about an event changes in the tide. Turbulence happens…
Butterfly peas are nature’s best magic trick. These vining plants are grown in Asia as a natural blue dye and soothing tea. When the flowers are steeped in water, they release a gorgeous blue color and delicious tea. When mixed with a little bit of lemon juice, it instantly turns pink. You go from a gardener to a magician…
Water signs: Throw out the map… Air signs: A time to pause and appreciate the beauty… Earth signs: Enjoy the freedom of flying solo… Fire signs: Your mind is in overdrive…
Spooky season doesn’t have to end after Halloween.