Light at the End of the Chunnel OK, so it’s only 775 feet long (vs. 31.4 miles), and runs under Target Field (not the English Channel), but did you know that Minneapolis has a Chunnel, too? Designed for bike riders rather than trains, the Twin Cities’ version connects the Cedar Lake Trail Extension (almost) to...Read More
It’s All in the Punctuation “I can’t be satisfied until you’re satisfied.” –Phil Dunphy motto Fans of sitcom “Modern Family” (I am) no doubt enjoyed last night’s episode, in which Phil Dunphy’s “car wrap” features photos of his family along with his real estate marketing slogan, “I can’t be satisfied until you’re satisfied.” If you’re...Read More
. . . And Here They Are! Minneapolis gained 40 residents over the last 10 years while the state population grew by nearly 8 percent, according to recently released U.S. Census statistics that will be used to re-draw political districts. –“Census: Minneapolis population stagnant, but indicators point to revival” (Southwest Journal; 4/14/2011) Yeah, yeah,...Read More
I either just bought three, four cheese pizzas or four, three cheese pizzas — I’m honestly not sure which (or that it makes a difference). I just know that I paid $13, not $31. *Title inspired by David Sedaris’ book title, “When Engulfed in Flames.”Read More
When I drove past Beth El Synagogue at 5:45 p.m. tonight on the way to pick up my kids, the line in front to hear Deepak Chopra was 100-long. Driving past the other way 30 minutes later, it was easily triple that. I’m not sure what they’re thinking, but I’ve got a hunch what Mr. Chopra...Read More
“Is That Like a Licensing Fee?” Getting breakfast at McDonald’s this morning, my 8 year-old son asked me how much a Redbox was. If you didn’t know, McDonald’s — and virtually every other retail location — now sport the ubiquitous red vending machines that dispense DVD’s, not soft drinks. Thinking he meant a DVD rental,...Read More
