Archive for January, 2010
Suzanne Vega in NYC
The limen is that space between two other spaces, and for liminal spaces, one of the most obvious is the airport, or bus station. There is a sense of dislocation when traveling, and it’s not a metaphorical state of being. You actually are neither here nor there, and always on the way or returning, but [...]
Published by Ryan on January 28th, 2010 tagged Travel | Comment now »
New York Jets Defeated by the Colts
The New York Jets football season finally came to a close today after their defeat to the Indianapolis Colts in the second half of the play off game. The second half is referenced due to their domination during the first half and its complete reversal during the second. However, it has been a very good [...]
Published by Ryan on January 26th, 2010 tagged Travel | Comment now »
Anniversary Dinner at Lindeys in Columbus
One of the greatest features of Carol’s summer last year occurred during the month of July when she and Steve spent a four-day weekend in Columbus, Ohio. The visit their occurred due to Steve’s obligated business trip that coincidentally was scheduled for the same weekend that their two year anniversary was going to arrive. It [...]
Published by Ryan on January 25th, 2010 tagged Food and Drink | Comment now »
San Antonio’s “Ripley’s Believe It, Or Not!” Museum
One day walking down Hollywood Boulevard, I had a shock that set my heart to pounding pretty rapidly, too rapidly for comfort. I was passing the “Ripley’s Believe It, Or Not!” Museum, and walked closer to a wax statue they had propped near the front door. I was inspecting the face as [...]
Published by Ryan on January 18th, 2010 tagged People, Travel | Comment now »
Deserted Fremont Wine
Today the Alameda County area has been producing some spectacular wines and it definitely has a place on the map of wineries to visit and taste. It is inland from the coast so it doesn’t get the fog and wind from the sea. It has gained more notoriety as the wine consumption of the 80s, [...]
Published by Ryan on January 11th, 2010 tagged Travel | Comment now »
A New York History of Inspiration: The White Horse Tavern
Taverns. There is a history that links taverns to artistic inspiration, be it the cocktails or the long nights sitting around a table with like-minded people, who is to know just what it is that not only inspires in the moment, but that keeps on inspiring for years to come? In Southern California, there is…so [...]
Published by Ryan on January 7th, 2010 tagged Travel | Comment now »
Exploring the Natural World of Virginia
The outdoor world in the state of Virginia is incredible. Many people travel to the region to enjoy the variety of outdoor activities in a land that is filled with mountains, fresh air, and miles of shoreline. Some of the best Virginia hotels offer tour packages complete with guided excursions, but should you be on [...]