The washer needed a new water inlet valve as it was getting annoying having to manually fill the washer. The dryer needed a new drum support roller as it was getting annoying having the house shake when the dryer was running. $67 in parts and only took about 90 minutes to fix both.
….that watching Family Feud on a piece of crap coin operated TV at Donatelli’s in White Bear Lake rocks. Out with co-worker Nick over lunch.
Woke up today to my new alarm clock! My old Sony Dream Machine Model ICF-C3W started to buzz while listening to the radio. As I’ve had this since I was about 5 years old, I figured I should buy a new one.
I wanted one that played radio somewhat decently during the evening while I am in my room without spending $300 for something higher end. Found the Sony Dream Machine ICF-CD855LIV2 which does most everything I wanted. Quite decent sound for an alarm clock.
Also has the amazing "Nap" mode so I can take a nap without setting a special alarm. I can also pick up audio from TV channels and weather channels. How great it is to have an alarm clock from this century.
Roommate Allen borrowed his co-worker’s old beater SUV when his car broke down. He has since gotten another vehicle, and this SUV sat in front of my house for quite some time. I offered to drive it to his work today. First and last time I drive a vehicle with a "Bush" sticker on it. This was also the first time I drove a car with a "Support Our Troops" sticker. I was able to leave rubber many times. Yay!
….at The Quest Club, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Studio 2a, Hennepin Center for the Arts, Minneapolis, MN.
Matthew Keefe, director of the Studio 2a Project, invited me out to take some photos of tonight’s performance. It’s a great mix of dance done in a round, so the audience sits on all 4 sides, giving a unique perspective that’s unusual for this type of art. Selections ranged from a dark piece based off the diary of Anne Frank to a Tango by Astor Piazzolla. Pieces using Ravi Shankar, Beethoven and even Autechre as well.
As it’s done in an actual studio and seating is only two rows deep, you see every move up close. Every breath is heard, and every bead of sweat is seen. It’s very personal.
I was impressed with all the performances, and it was much better than I expected. A highly recommended show.
