Before the Griswolds, family truckster 1
There was this. www.demo.jomland.com
The Slice
SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2011
FRIDAY, JULY 8, 2011
'Friday Night Lights'
I had read the book long ago and was sure the movie would be terrible. It wasn't. But I was certain the TV series would be a total joke. Wrong again. It was one of the best shows ever. At least that's how I saw…
Let the weekend commence 1
Near the end of my bike ride home from work, I detected the unmistakable smell of burning charcoal. First thought: Ah, one side of the sacred summer-aroma triangle -- the other two being fresh-cut grass and chlorine. Second thought: Already? It's not even 3 o'clock.…
Don't let the weekend suck your blood 2
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People whose opinions I respect
Have been recommending Ann Patchett's new book, "State of Wonder." www.thebark.com
Interacting with those not wearing much 1
When the hot weather finally settles in, you might have occasion to see people who don't have on much in the way of clothing. That happens in summer. The key is to remain calm and follow these simple tips. Do: Focus on the eyes, but…
Speaking of former Spokane TV news anchors 1
The print Slice alluded to this 1992 magazine cover not all that long ago. And a couple of readers absolutely freaked. They suggested I was being grossly insensitive. But as you can see, she wanted to tell her story. www.people.com
Before she tried to kill a Spokane judge 1
Oh, wait. That was just a movie role. www.mrbreakfast.com
We need to do more to promote the falls 1
That's what Slice reader Meredith Elsensohn says. And I agree with her. How many cities have a cataract of that magnitude right downtown? This isn't the first time Meredith has shared that opinion with me. On April 3, 2007, The Slice column noted her feelings…
Here's how not to start the day 1
Glanced at today's print Slice and noticed I had written "picked herring" where I intended to say "pickled herring." I'm hoping that's not an omen for how the day is going to proceed. Picked herring? Sort of makes you picture migrant laborers leaning over the…
THURSDAY, JULY 7, 2011
One problem we don't have in Spokane
When it comes to apres race air-kisses, how do stage winners in big bike races know whether to go for two, three or four? www.boston.com
Hey, kids!
If you think summer is great now, just wait until you get to spend it dealing with things like malfunctioning sprinkler heads. You'll love it! www.affordableirrigationrepair.com
What's the difference between a tree house and a tree fort? 3
"Testosterone," said Curt Olsen.
When it gets hot here
At least it's a dry heat. www.movie-roulette.com
Everyone around here has seen this
But how many have never set foot inside? www.stjohns-cathedral.org
If you had a nickel for every time you... 1
...wiped off a kid's face... www.leftcoastmama.net
Another view 1
"We had friends visiting from the Chicago area last week," wrote Jo Ann Cvengros. "They were here at Diamond Lake with us for most of the day but wanted to see some of Spokane before they left the area. I suggested Riverfront Park and the…
WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 2011
Cyclamates weren't the only problem 1
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Here's the scenario 3
You're out walking in downtown Spokane. You see someone coming who looks familiar. You can't place him. But you are pretty sure you have crossed paths with this person at one time or another. So you say "Hello." And Mystery Man just walks on by…
Spokane's gift to St. Louis media critics
I'm told that since moving to Missouri from Spokane a few years ago, TV anchor Virginia Kerr has been a treat for those in the St. Louis media who enjoy commenting on the marriages, divorces and what have you of local on-air personalities. Apparently one…
Re: bugging or not bugging celebrities 1
In the summer of 1976, the final elimination bouts to determine who would make the U.S. Olympic boxing team were held in Burlington, Vermont. The city was chosen, I assume, because of its proximity to Montreal, site of the '76 games. Anyway, I was in…
Speaking of the river and downtown 1
British Columbia resident Fred Tenisci recalled being down in Spokane for a 1999 Neil Young concert here. Before the show, Tenisci happened to encounter the singer walking along the Spokane River downtown. "He was obviously avoiding pesty crowds so we couldn't chat." Maybe it's true…
All families could use a graphic artist 3
One big problem with a lot of homemade signs in Spokane is that they are hard to read.
Some gift ideas go out of fashion 1
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