Ferral Cat Stew

We’ve been having a problem with feral cats here in the Twin Cities. Perhaps we should take a lesson from our Australian friends who are cooking up wild cat stew.

Critical Mass Arrests

It has been at least a few weeks since I’ve stopped over at StephenHero, so many thanks to Meditation for cluing me in to Steve Marsh’s personal account of the recent Critical Mass chaos — Blood on the Tracks.

Labor Day Wines

Looking for a great wine with which to celebrate your laborious life? Check out Wine Spectator’s report — “Celebrating Labor Day“.

For the Working Man (and Woman)

HAPPY LABOR DAY! It’s Labor Day, and if you’re lucky you have the day off. Enjoy the day with plenty of fun and relaxation. This is your day, your tribute, for all the hard work you’ve put in, for your share in “strengthening our country” — whatever that means to you. It’s going to be … Read more

Ashland, WI: City of lungs

Traveling by motorcycle has many advantages: open air, engagement with the environment, and gas mileage about one-third that of most mid-size cars. There is one downside, though. You’re at the mercy of small towns when it comes to things like coffee, wine, and food. My husband and I have toured most of the Midwest, and … Read more