Category Archives: City of Destiny

Exceding my own expectations

Posted on April 14, 2008 by Jenny

My dear, Superfit friend Tina asked me to do the Y Run for Kids on Saturday morning. I put it out of my head for as long as possible, then of course, started power-worrying. Not worrying, just anxiety, I guess. Mostly … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Destiny, FUN! | 5 Comments

Zumba Fool

Posted on April 2, 2008 by Jenny

Tina convinced me to go to the Zumba class at the downtown YMCA a couple of weeks ago and it’s SO FUN. They don’t really cut new people any slack, and I like that. You just have to jump in … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Destiny, FUN! | 4 Comments

Ahhh…. Tacoma.

Posted on March 17, 2008 by Jenny

After so many posts about exotic Hong Kong adventures, it’s nice to be back posting about my beloved Tacoma. Remember when I asked if anyone else has noticed Zombie Cheese Girl? Over the weekend I found myself at Metropilitan Market … Continue reading →

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A brief break in Hong Kong posts

Posted on February 25, 2008 by Jenny

There are more tales of adventure and intrigue in Hong Kong to come, but I must pause for a couple of T-town notes and observations. Firstly, has anyone else noticed the scary zombie cheese girl displayed above the fancy deli stuff at Metropolitan Market? Seriously. Look … Continue reading →

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I made a new friend at the Suite 133 party

Posted on December 18, 2007 by Jenny

Last friday night at the Suite 133 party, SB and I were sipping some tasty brews and chatting up Erik and Mary, when the Tacoma Gnome popped over and introduced himself.  We were immediately immersed in serious conversation about his experiences thus … Continue reading →

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Scenes from the Weekend

Posted on December 9, 2007 by Jenny

Let’s just be all done with weirdness. You see, when I reveal weird stuff about myself, your line is, “Oh that’s not weird!” or “You’re such a weirdo but we love you anyway!”, or even, “You should see someone about … Continue reading →

Posted in Bits and Bobs, City of Destiny | 8 Comments

And summer’s lease hath all too short a date*

Posted on November 13, 2007 by Jenny

  Inspired by a trip to the The Old Cannery, SB and I found ourselves on a walk in Sumner of all places. It was a lovely fall day, and the leaves were so bright! Have you noticed they seem … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Destiny | 9 Comments

Going the way of the buffalo…

Posted on November 7, 2007 by Jenny

  I’ve said it before, but I love my polling place. Sadly, as was reported in Sunday’s Tribune, yesterday was the last time I’ll ever get to use it. I’m so sad! Sad, to lose my polling place, but also … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Destiny, Civic Dooty | 22 Comments

Craig Ferguson at the Pantages

Posted on November 5, 2007 by Jenny

Saturday night, SB and I attended the Craig Ferguson show at the Pantages Theater. I’m ashamed to admit it, but I see a lot more shows in Seattle than I do in Tacoma. I don’t even think I’d ever seen anything there … Continue reading →

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Roasted Pumpkin Seed Recipe

Posted on October 18, 2007 by Jenny

  Pumpkin is my medium. There are few culinary things that I do well, but pumpkin seeds are my specialty. The pumpkin patch experience is preferred, but in town, Tacoma Boys is great. (Let’s pause and appreciate what a magical produce … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Destiny, Domesticity | 16 Comments