Clouds were amazing today. I can sense the days growing longer.
February 4: Flowers Bloom on Mt. Tabor
Every February the weather in Portland tries to trick you into thinking it’s spring. Even the flora falls for it. But I know it’s still winter. Just wait…
February 1: Pioneer Square from MAX
Riding past Pioneer Square on the morning commute.
January 29: Peanuts Christmas Lights
Peanuts Christmas Lights in a lawn in NE Portland.
January 28: I Bought at Staub Dutch Oven
I’ve wanted a nice enameled cast iron dutch oven for years now. The rub is that they’re crazy expensive. Le Cruset is the gold standard. Made in France. Retailing for like $400. $00 for a pot! Cheaper knock offs are made in China and are … Continue reading January 28: I Bought at Staub Dutch Oven
January 27: Olives, Capers, Raisins, Tomatoes
Making Veracruz sauce. Looks pretty Mediterranean, but it’s actually Mexican. The Spanish influence is obvious here.
January 26: Young Hannah Arendt
I stayed indoors all day yesterday in the miserable rain, working from home. It’s pretty dark even during the day when the rains come. This is my Windows desktop photo. Hannah Arendt.
January 25: Spanish Coffee at Huber’s
I met my friend Judith for a post-birthday drink at Huber’s in downtown Portland. Huber’s is one of the oldest bars in the city (established in 1879) and it’s famous for two things. First, they offer Thanksgiving dinner every day of the year. Yes. Every … Continue reading January 25: Spanish Coffee at Huber’s
January 24: Annual Birthday Selfie
I’ve taken a photo of myself on my birthday every year since around 2001. It’s not for the faint of heart. I’m not usually this orange. I just don’t know how to shoot with artificial light (incandescents from the fireplace sconces).
January 23: Police Activity at Pioneer Place
A lot of Portland police cars with lights flashing in front of Pioneer Place mall downtown when I left work. No idea what it was about.
Steve Heikkila 