I mean, it’s a piece of wood, right? This is me, about a year ago. Well, maybe I’m overstating the ignorance. It wasn’t so dire as that. I could probably pick a 2x4 out of a lineup or, you know, a scrap bin. But to explain what was meant by “2” and “4”? Nope, not … Continue reading On knowing what a 2×4 is
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On how experts don’t know how long anything takes
I recently completed my first major woodworking project: a new outdoor dining table. Aside from a major staining mishap (too orange!), the project went well, with one glaring exception: It took way longer than promised. I followed the plans outlined by a DIY website—even paying a couple bucks for them!—based on the premise that it … Continue reading On how experts don’t know how long anything takes
On 7 things from last week (6/26/23)
The beach. Okay, it's not much of a beach to a transplanted East Coaster...but the shoreline of Chatfield Reservoir is about as close as I'll get to the beach experience for at least a few more weeks. Water plus sun plus sunscreen plus two toddlers laughing hysterically as they sword-fight with pool noodles. What more … Continue reading On 7 things from last week (6/26/23)
On 7 things from last week (5/1/23)
Downpours. The Front Range is pretty dry for the most part, so true downpours are hard to come by. Last week we had two separate rainstorms, loud enough to hear drumming the roof. Made me nostalgic for my East Coast upbringing. Outdoor hangs. Post-rain, we had some actual spring weather and, with it, the opportunity … Continue reading On 7 things from last week (5/1/23)
On 7 things from last week (4/3/23)
The Record (Boygenius). The first LP from the indie supergroup was bound to be good even if it had included no more than the four singles. A great album, which closes with a clever rewrite of "Me and My Dog," my favorite track from the trio's 2018 EP. DIY woodworking blogs. I've been on the … Continue reading On 7 things from last week (4/3/23)
On 7 things from last week (3/27/23)
Kirsty MacColl. I wrote yesterday about the thrill of discovering a new artist—this past week it was Kirsty MacColl. From her final album Tropical Brainstorm, stuffed with compelling and never cheesy riffs on Cuban, Mexican, and Brazilian music, to her early singles, like her definitive version of Billy Bragg's "A New England," I was delighted, … Continue reading On 7 things from last week (3/27/23)
On 7 things from last week (3/6/23)
The Magician's Land (Lev Grossman). I concluded my reread of Lev Grossman's The Magicians trilogy last week and remain impressed with the world-building...but felt that the concluding book fell a little flat. The O.C. (Season 1). It was silly to think that The O.C. would remain character-driven through the end of Season 1. Twenty some-odd … Continue reading On 7 things from last week (3/6/23)
Taylor Coe 