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Work’s been crazy, Cherie’s teaching nights, allergies have been holding my nose hostage and I’ve been more caffeinated then I should be.  I’ve been a steaming ball of cranky lately struggling to unwind but tonight I’ve broken free if only for an evening.

Tonight’s recipe for those curious.  It’s one part Dortmunder Gold discovered in the depths of the fridge, one part Acoustically Delicious echoing throughout the house and an unsuspecting flower in a coke bottle to photograph.  The combination will never work again but it’s doing the job tonight.

Coke and a Flower
Bathroom
August 25th, 2009

I let a truck pull out in front of me on the way home Friday. The driver showed his gratitude with a wave followed by a peace sign. The latter made my day!

Wood Man Sculpture
My Kitchen
September 6th, 2008

One Sad Cookie from Subway
July 15th, 2009

Party has been Canceled
Harden & Main Streets – Findlay, OH
July 10th, 2009

Attended the Findlay High School garage sale after work. It was slow going at first but in the end turned out to be a Christmas in July bonanza! I picked up 4 picture frames, Johnny Cash – the Singing Storyteller on 8 track, Count Basie – Just in Time on LP, an incense burner, some incense and kabuki drama coasters all for $3.50.

Christmas in July Garage Sale Stash
July 10th, 2009

I was walking to work this morning when I noticed a real flower hanging from a sign post.

Morning Sign Flower
Corner of Lima Avenue & Lima Street – Findlay, OH
July 8th, 2009

I’ve become intrigued with gas station “food” lately. I’m talking about the Bob Evans breakfast products at Marathon stations and the crazy stuff served up at Speedway stations. I can only stomach about half of it but it intrigues the hell out of me!

Left – Steak and Cheese… Right – Buffalo Chicken
My Trunk @ 6th Street Speedway Findlay, OH
July 5th, 2009

Kid’s, do not try this at home!

Today’s not too bad a wrap for a holiday weekend. The days of overcast skies finally broke to reveal that the sun is still in fact up there.

Don’t believe the sign, it’s actually Sonny Jack’s
Sonny Jack’s – New Riegel, OH
July 5th, 2009

Went to the Tiffin Flea Market where I was able to rescue some negatives from a trash can (dumpster diving rocks!), check out tables of the government is out to get us pamphlets and watch a first hand reenactment of the scene in Ghost World where Thora Birch and Scarlett Johansson chat Steve Buscemi up on his record collection at the garage sale.  :-)  Seriously though, I have it on good authority that the record guy’s booth is worth a visit.

Negative Trash Kids
Rescued from a Trash Can at the Tiffin, OH Flea Market
July 5th, 2009

Once Cherie and I got back to town, we helped a lost dog find its way home and cleaned out the ears of a stray cat hanging around the neighborhood. I followed this with a walk to Kroger’s to pick up some limes for margaritas.

Mystery Stray Cat
Back Porch
July 5th, 2009

Cheers from Findlay!

I’m sure by now you’ve caught the headline that pitchman Billy Mays pasted away Sunday morning.   Folk have pointed to what appears to be Billy’s Twitter last tweet.  The Hufflington Post has a nice collection of videos including his appearance on Conan just days ago.

I caught a few episodes of Billy and Anthony Sullivan’s Pitchmen when it first came out.  It never captivated my attention beyond a handful of episodes but those few provided a good look at the art of a pitchman.   Try to check them out while you still can.

Bad Bread Only
Subway Downtown Findlay, OH
June 25th, 2009