Wanted: Knee Spikes
Some days I wish for smaller legs and narrower knees. At the same time, I wish the same for the other three patrons of the “group seating” sections with whom I share on the MAX some mornings. Prequel to Indian…
As water concerns rise, toilet makers are meeting conservation challenge
With droughts parching the nation’s Southeast and chronic water shortages drying out the West Coast, water utilities across the country say they’re grateful for recent advances in the toilet industry, and a number of state governments are moving toward mandating the use of the water-saving commodes.
Do the Darwin Awards have a Juniors Division?
Take a good look at the photo with this entry. Here’s how I score it: If this were an airplane, about eight laws would be broken. 5 Smart Points for reading a book and increasing your knowledge during your down…
Just when things start to get boring…
a person like this graces me with their presence on my morning commute. Hair by My Little Pony I was beginning to worry that the “freak show quotient” was lagging. I’d like to thank this guy for knocking it out…
Name That Train!
Tri-Met announced a contest today where people who name things well can win a yearly pass and some glory. The contest invites anyone to name the upcoming (and much-needed) Washington County Commuter Rail line, scheduled to open Fall 2008. The…
One of those days on the MAX
For all users of public transportation, no matter what form you take, some days just feel a bit more cramped than others. Today was one of those days. I immediately wonder if all these unknown faces have some wonderful job…
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