The Mac Store Salem

The Mac Store in Salem moved at the end of November from its long-time home downtown on Ferry Street out to 442 Lancaster Drive. That’s just south of Center Street for those of you who might be looking to take a run out there. The new location is smaller, about...

Busiest shopping day of the year?

The day after Thanksgiving carries the annual distinction of “busiest shopping day of the year.” We ventured out this morning to Wal-Mart and Fred Meyer to take advantage of the massive one- or two-day price drops. In previous years we’ve been caught...

Move It Like Mia

The proposed Americanized title for Bend It Like Beckham. Also additional proof that movie studio executives are idiots. I have never been more clearly outside the target demographic for a movie. As big a fan as I might be of seeing Keira Knightley in a sports bra, I...

Whole lotta shakin’ goin’ on p2

After a pleasant morning with Dennis and Maria—we watched the Ben Stiller/Jack Black/Christopher Walken comedy Envy—I set off just before noon to brave the fog and 40 degree temperatures on the pitch at Delta. Despite a lack of players, the opposing squad was only...

Whole lotta shakin’ goin’ on p1

Vancouver, Washington After a morning spent working on finances and SiteRev.com business, I took Jonah over to the end of season soccer team party. One of the fellows from the team hosted it here in town, and we spent 2+ hours basically exploring his kid-friendly home...